The Highlawn

Weddings at The Highlawn

Perched above West Orange, New Jersey, The Highlawn is a one-of-a-kind wedding destination known for its breathtaking New York City skyline views, historic charm, exceptional cuisine, and warm hospitality.

Located within Eagle Rock Reservation, The Highlawn has been part of the community for more than a century. Today, the property brings together its timeless character with beautifully updated spaces, creating an unforgettable setting for weddings of all sizes and styles.

Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or a grand wedding, our team is here to make the experience feel personal from the moment you first visit until the last dance of the evening.

Facilities & Capacity

Set at the top of the 400-acre Eagle Rock Reservation, The Highlawn offers some of the most beautiful views of the Manhattan skyline in New Jersey.

Couples can host both their ceremony and reception on the property, with indoor and outdoor options available. Our event spaces feature oversized windows overlooking the skyline, elegant dining areas, outdoor patios, an intimate wine cellar, and beautiful locations throughout the property for ceremonies and wedding photos.

Exchange vows outdoors with New York City as your backdrop, celebrate indoors surrounded by family and friends, or enjoy a combination of both throughout the day.

Wedding Services

No two weddings at The Highlawn are exactly alike.

Our experienced events team works closely with each couple to understand their vision and help bring all the details together. From choosing the right spaces and planning your menu to coordinating the flow of the celebration, we're here to make the process as easy and enjoyable as possible.

Our team takes pride in thoughtful service and genuine hospitality, so you and your guests can relax and enjoy every moment.

Cuisine

Food has always been an important part of The Highlawn experience, and weddings are no exception.

Our culinary team creates menus using high-quality, seasonal ingredients, with options that can be customized around your tastes, traditions, and style of celebration.

Wedding packages may include:

• Premium open bar

• Butler-passed hors d'oeuvres

• Cocktail-hour selections

• Chilled seafood displays and specialty stations

• Multi-course plated dinners

• Champagne toast

• Dessert selections

• Coffee and tea service

• Custom menu enhancements

From cocktail hour through dinner and dessert, our goal is to create a dining experience that your guests will remember long after the celebration is over.

Celebrate Above the Skyline

There is something special about celebrating at The Highlawn.

The history, the views, the food, and the people all come together to create a wedding experience that feels truly memorable. Whether you're exchanging vows overlooking Manhattan or dancing the night away surrounded by the people you love most, The Highlawn provides a setting unlike anywhere else.

Your love story deserves an unforgettable view. Celebrate it at The Highlawn.

The Highlawn is a wedding venue located in West Orange, New Jersey.