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The Cracker Factory is a beautifully renovated industrial factory located in Geneva, New York. Built in the early 1900s, the factory was the first home to cutlery manufacturer Geneva Forge. Since 2010, the second-floor gallery event space has been used for glamorous art shows, concerts, weddings, and more. Couples have the opportunity to add to the building's esteemed history and create a once-in-a-lifetime memory that can be cherished for many years to come.

Facilities and Capacity

The 6,000-square-foot gallery space is ideal for wedding ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners. Having been refurbished to highlight the structure's industrial beauty, the gallery features glossy hardwood flooring, grand whitewashed columns, overhead wooden beams, and more. During daytime celebrations, the gallery's large windows fill the space with natural light and cast sweeping relations along the floor. As the celebrations run into the night, the space is warmly lit up with an array of small lights that add a personal and intimate touch to any special occasion. The gallery can be configured in a variety of ways and, due to its natural color scheme, can be transformed and decorated to best suit each couple's preferred style and design. The event space can accommodate up to 376 guests and also features a fully equipped bar, caterer's kitchen, and wheelchair-friendly accessibility. For more information regarding the gallery event space, couples can contact the building's professional and helpful staff through their official website or email.

Services Offered

The Cracker Factory provides a range of event services and rental items to ensure every couple's planning process runs as smoothly and as stress-free as possible. The building's professional event staff can work closely with each couple and guide them through the number of services and items available for their special day. Event services offered include setup, cleanup, lighting, audio equipment, wifi, bar services, on-site parking, and more. Additionally, couples have the ability to work with outside vendors to help make their dream wedding a reality. The building's list of rental items includes:

  • Altar and arches
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Drapery
  • Linens
  • Barware and glassware

What You'll Love About The Cracker Factory

The beauty is in the details at this venue, and couples adore every bit of it. The team is also incredibly professional and communicative, delivering excellence from beginning to end. Check out their 360º Virtual Tour to get a feel for the layout and spaciousness of this setting.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$5,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Linens
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$18

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Art Gallery
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Loft
Rooftop

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Drapery
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March

Reviews of The Cracker Factory

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The Cracker Factory is highly praised as a beautiful and unique wedding venue with a blend of industrial modern and rustic charm. Reviewers highlight the exceptional service from staff members like Amy, Ashley, Brandon, and Tim, who were commended for their professionalism and attentiveness throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. The venue's spaciousness, natural lighting, and various photo opportunities were also appreciated, making it a highly recommended choice for weddings and special events in the Finger Lakes area.

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The Cracker Factory is highly praised as a beautiful and unique wedding venue with a blend of industrial modern and rustic charm. Reviewers highlight the exceptional service from staff members like Amy, Ashley, Brandon, and Tim, who were commended for their professionalism and attentiveness throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. The venue's spaciousness, natural lighting, and various photo opportunities were also appreciated, making it a highly recommended choice for weddings and special events in the Finger Lakes area.

Emma
Emma Sent on 07/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Venue!

The Cracker Factory is an absolutely beautiful venue! This was the only one we toured and as soon as we saw it, we knew it was the one for us. Even though we had a smaller amount of guests (70), it didn't feel too empty at all despite the large room size. Ashley and Brandon were endlessly helpful and so friendly that many of our guests came up to me to say how great they were. From the beginning of setup the day before, to the outdoor ceremony, and the end of the reception, everything went smoothly - we never had to worry about the small details because Ashley and Brandon had everything covered. Thank you again to The Cracker Factory!
S
Shawn Sent on 12/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue!

The Cracker Factory exceeded every one of our expectations. They were incredibly professional, organized and went above and beyond to make our day perfect. It’s a very unique style, and our guests couldn’t stop talking about how it was even cooler than we described. Not to mention, everyone in town couldn’t help but tell us how great Amy, Ashley and Brandon were to work with. We couldn’t recommend The Cracker Factory more!
Lily
Lily Sent on 11/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Breathtaking!

My husband and I got married at the Cracker Factory in June and we seriously could not recommend it more!

Firstly, Amy is such an amazing owner and truly a pleasure to work/plan with! She was there anytime I emailed her to ask her a question, or even willing to hop on a phone call. She provided us with a list of recommend vendors (which helped immensely since we are from out of town), helped us decide what speciality drinks to choose, created multiple floor plans for us to choose for our reception, figure out how to hang our bar sign, etc. Amy really helped to ensure that our wedding day went perfectly without a hitch. She checked us multiple times throughout the process, on our wedding day, and even checked in a few weeks after!

Second, I think the pictures speak for themselves regarding the venue space. It is absolutely breathtaking! Our guests are still talking about it to this day. My husband and I were looking for a venue that has a beautiful exterior, as well as an interior, since we chose to have our ceremony indoors. We both have very different styles, but the Cracker Factory blends industrial modern (my style) with antique rustic charm (my husbands). In the end, we were both were very happy! Additionally, we were looking for a space where we did not have to spend a ton of money, or put in a ton of effort, in regard to decor because the space itself provided that.

The venue provided so many different opportunities for different photos in great natural lighting as well. Outside with the vine covered wall, back in the corner with the old cement and brick, the front of the building with the fire escape, in front of the elevator, upstairs on the third floor. The variety in settings in all our photos is stunning!

We would get married there 1,000x over if we could!

Photography: @boyko_photography_ on Instagram
Benjamin
Benjamin Sent on 11/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day of My Life

The Cracker Factory was amazing! From setting up the rehearsal dinner, to packaging all decorations after the wedding, they were truly amazing! Every single one of our guests were amazed at the attention, quality of professionalism, and the personality of every single employee. Not to mention, the venu itself is absolutely stunning. We can not thank The Cracker Factory enough for making our special day the most beautiful memory that we have.
M
Molly Sent on 06/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

50th Anniversary Party Was a Total Success!

Cracker Factory was the ideal location for our parent’s 50th anniversary party. The space was incredibly beautiful! It clearly was made with so much care and artistry in all the details of the space. Amy was a pleasure to work with- very professional, laid back and helpful. I’d choose Cracker Factory again for our next big event!
L
Lydia Sent on 06/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Location and Event

We loved our wedding at the Cracker Factory! The location was perfect and met the needs of all of our guest from kids to octogenarians. Amy and the team were amazing to work with, and not only that, when we were talking to vendors they all raved about how much they liked to do events at the Cracker Factory. One vendor said they didn't typically do Sunday events (our wedding was on a Sunday), but then said "you said the magic words -- Cracker Factory." Amazing. 10/10.
L
Lindsay Sent on 09/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Book this venue! You won't regret it!

We booked the Cracker Factory sight unseen as we live out of state and we are so so happy that we did! The entire team at the cracker factory was wonderful to work with and worked with us to help make sure we were getting exactly what we wanted! We got tons of compliments on the venue itself and how awesome it was. All the natural light was incredible for photos and made the space feel so open. Definitely recommend renting the back bar area and roof access! A lot of our guests spent a lot of time back there and it helped make the space feel more separated. 10/10. Couldn't be happier with everything!
A
Audrey Sent on 09/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!

My husband and I decided to book our wedding at The Cracker Factory, and it did not disappoint! The venue is very unique, and we loved the industrial vibe and spaciousness. Amy, Brandon, and the TCF team were very responsive and helpful throughout the entire planning and through to the end of the event. This felt particularly comforting! We are so appreciative of all of the time they put in to make sure we had the best day. If you are looking for a wedding or event venue in the Finger Lakes area, this is it!!
C
Christina Sent on 06/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Venue

Amy, Tim, and Team were absolutely amazing. This was the only venue we toured because we immediately fell in love with the space and the people. Amy and Tim were super responsive, answered any and all questions we had, and made the whole process of planning seamless. Their recommended list of vendors was so helpful and made the planning process so easy (all the vendors raved about the Cracker Factory too!). We live in NYC and the team was super flexible to meet with us when we made plans to travel up there. Come the rehearsal and the day of the wedding, we were so happy with our venue choice and all of our friends and family equally fell in love. It really was just the perfect venue to celebrate our big day. We’d highly recommend the Cracker Factory for anyone looking for a warm, intimate, and authentic space under the care of an incredible team.
T
Tori Sent on 04/29/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever!

Working with Amy and the team at the Cracker Factory was wonderful from start to finish. They were responsive to questions, flexible with ideas, and helped us to create a beautiful day we will relive forever. As a more indecisive bride with a larger wedding size (215), I really enjoyed working with this team and collaborating together. The indoor industrial space was beautiful for our February wedding, and I really enjoyed taking our First Look pictures together at the venue. The back bar space was so fun for our cocktail hour. Overall, loved working with this team and this space! Would definitely recommend to a friend.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

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The Cracker Factory frequently asked questions

The Cracker Factory includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at The Cracker Factory includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by The Cracker Factory for wedding events is known for:
  • Art Gallery
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
  • Rooftop
The Cracker Factory offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Cracker Factory offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Cracker Factory offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
The Cracker Factory offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Tables
The Cracker Factory is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in flexibility.

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