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Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel is an elegant and modern wedding venue in Vernon, New York. They specialize in hosting gorgeous wedding events throughout their eclectic spaces, from their outdoor terrace to their lovely ballroom. With the racetrack and stunning garden as the backdrop, your photos will be unlike any others. As if the stunning venue isn’t enough, they also offer incredible in-house catering packages that will leave your loved ones talking for years to come. Beyond the wedding, Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel offers endless activities for your guests on the grounds.

Facilities and Capacity

Ceremonies at Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel are held on the outdoor Terrace with a beautiful view. Then you and your guests can either move inside for an elegant reception in the classic ballroom, offers flexible set up options so you can make your day your own. A convenient suite is available for you and your wedding party to get ready in. The facility can accommodate up to 350 guests, parking is free, and it is wheelchair accessible. They also have on-site accommodations ready to house you and your guests for a memorable vacation.

Services Offered

In addition to wedding ceremonies and receptions, Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel can host bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, and engagement parties. Regardless of the event, they go above and beyond just providing a space; they provide an experience. Their professional, attentive staff offers event planning guidance, in-house catering and bar, and help setting up and cleaning up all your event items. Catering options include buffets, plated dinners, cocktail receptions, stations, and family-style meals. You can enjoy a tasting to determine your final menu. The venue's expert bartenders are also ready to serve at an open or cash bar, with your favorite house or premium wine, beer and liquor available, plus the option of champagne toasts and a signature drink. Vernon Downs supplies all the china, barware, glassware, flatware, and linens.

Other Facilities

Unlike other casinos, the Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel is a completely smoke-free facility. Prior to and following the wedding, you and all your guests are welcome to stay in the hotel. The hotel boasts many amenities, including a fitness center, indoor pool and whirlpool, and there are several restaurants located on property. There’s also a 750-game casino and horse racetrack right on site for your guests to enjoy.

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FAQ

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?

$2,500

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

$1,500

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

No

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$27

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

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

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel
Restaurant
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
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

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
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
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

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

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Reviews of Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel

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Multiple reviewers highly praise Vernon Downs as a wedding venue, highlighting its one-stop-shop convenience with on-site accommodations, professional and reassuring event coordinator Brandy, delicious and accommodating food options, spacious bridal suite, and stunning terrace ceremony space. Guests appreciate the smooth coordination, convenient lodging, beautiful surroundings, and exceptional staff service. The all-around exceptional experience, including customized wedding packages and prompt communication from Brandy, contributed to unforgettable and stress-free weddings, making Vernon Downs a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable and beautiful wedding venue.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Multiple reviewers highly praise Vernon Downs as a wedding venue, highlighting its one-stop-shop convenience with on-site accommodations, professional and reassuring event coordinator Brandy, delicious and accommodating food options, spacious bridal suite, and stunning terrace ceremony space. Guests appreciate the smooth coordination, convenient lodging, beautiful surroundings, and exceptional staff service. The all-around exceptional experience, including customized wedding packages and prompt communication from Brandy, contributed to unforgettable and stress-free weddings, making Vernon Downs a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable and beautiful wedding venue.

Weddingwire
4.8/5 55 reviews
Google
4/5 2092 reviews
Michele
Michele Sent on 09/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best place to have a wedding!

When planning our wedding, we visited many different venues, but the moment we walked into Vernon Downs, we knew it was the one. It truly had everything we were looking for and more. What really set it apart for us was that it was a complete one-stop shop—our family and friends could stay right on-site, and we didn’t have to worry about anyone driving all over the place. That peace of mind was priceless and made the entire weekend so much more enjoyable for everyone.
From the very beginning, working with Brandy was an absolute dream. She is professional, kind, and so organized. No matter how big or small the question, she always took the time to answer and reassure me. She has such a calming presence and made sure that everything stayed on track. I felt confident knowing she was overseeing everything and guiding us through the process.
One of the most important aspects for me personally was the food. Having Celiac Disease, eating safely is always a huge concern. Vernon Downs and Brandy went above and beyond to make sure I could enjoy my meal without worry, and let me tell you—the food was amazing! Even our guests who don’t have dietary restrictions kept raving about how delicious everything was. That meant so much to me, to not only feel safe but to have a meal that everyone truly enjoyed.
The bridal suite was another highlight. It was spacious enough to comfortably fit my entire bridal party, which made getting ready together so much fun and stress-free. Little details like that made such a big difference in the flow of the day.
Our guests had just as wonderful of an experience as we did. They loved the convenience of being able to stay right at the venue, relax between events, and not have to worry about transportation. Many commented on how beautiful the space was, how smooth the day felt, and how well everything was coordinated. Knowing that our loved ones were comfortable and having a great time made our celebration even more special.
Overall, Vernon Downs and Brandy exceeded every expectation we had. From the accommodations, to the food, to the amazing staff, everything came together perfectly. Our wedding day was truly the best day of our lives, and we are so grateful to Brandy for making it all possible. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a beautiful, stress-free, and memorable wedding venue!
Marissa
Marissa Sent on 09/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The most perfect day

We had our wedding at Vernon Downs in August and I have nothing but great things to say! The venue is beautiful, with the gardens and the horse track outside. It was fun to have our favors as betting slips! The guests loved it. Also the food was delicious, many people commented on how great it was. The best though is working with Brandy. She is so organized, kind and thoughtful. She took my vision and made it come to life. We had the perfect day. Highly recommend this venue!!!
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Angela Sent on 06/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fairytale Wedding

Vernon Downs is a total hidden gem and we are so thankful we chose them. Talk about going above and beyond- Brandy was so easy to work with and so responsive and professional that’s what secured the decision for us. She made the design of my fairytale wedding come true! From the rehearsal dinner to the ceremony and reception, she was right there with me, every step of the way. The staff is amazing- they treated us like we were royalty and were so on top of everything all night! The food was amazing! The bar service was great! It was honestly all so perfect. My guests said it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to! We will never forget our perfect fairytale wedding at Vernon Downs! PS- We got the Vernon Downs Sunset as a bonus!
Sierra
Sierra Sent on 05/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

4.26.25 Our perfect day!

Vernon Downs and the coordinator Brandy went above and beyond to make sure we had the perfect wedding! Even with having to bring the ceremony inside the day of, the staff made the entire thing perfect for us! We couldn’t have asked for a better day!
Amanda
Amanda Sent on 08/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

We absolutely loved our experience at Vernon Downs for our wedding. Every single staff member was so thoughtful and accommodating. The food was great and everyone enjoyed their meal. The terrace ceremony space is absolutely beautiful. Most importantly, Brandy, the event coordinator, is just amazing to work with. She has every detail covered, is extremely responsive and easy to work with and made our day absolutely perfect. You won’t regret having your wedding at Vernon Downs!
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Patty Sent on 10/22/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Wedding Reception Venue

We had our daughter's wedding reception at Vernon Downs in September 2023 and had a truly wonderful experience from start to finish! We wanted a venue with lodging on site. Vernon Downs has very reasonable room rates and nice rooms. They offer several wedding packages at the BEST rates around! The packages include a free 2 night stay in the honeymoon suite plus use of a bridal suite for the bride and her wedding party to get ready in on the day of the wedding. It was also the perfect spot for a few of our guests to gather for a while after the reception! The packages include so much more but too much to list here.
We opted for a buffet dinner and we were able to mix and match the packages to come up with the perfect package for us! The food was excellent and received rave reviews from our guests. The wait staff were so accommodating and friendly during the reception and during the farewell breakfast the following day. On to the wedding manager.....Brandy Crayton! She is the absolute best! She would respond to my emails in record time, answering all my questions and putting my mind at ease. She met with us personally to review every decoration we were bringing so she could be sure it was set up exactly as we wanted it. She's there on the day of the wedding to make sure all goes as planned. I did not worry one bit about the reception because I knew Brandy had a handle on it and it would be perfect! I cannot praise her enough.....she is that good! Our guests are still talking about our reception and what a great venue Vernon Downs is! Kudos to Brandy, all the staff and the cooks......you did an excellent job!!!!
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 05/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent!!!

I am so happy that we chose Vernon downs for our venue!! Our day was absolutely perfect! The wedding coordinator Brandy, helped us with our meticulous planning over the past year and a half and was absolutely amazing to work with! We had planned on getting married outside on the beautiful terrace, but some fast unfortunate storms called for a quick decision to move the ceremony inside at the last minute.. Vernon downs did a wonderful job making everything so beautiful and perfect for us despite the quick change. We couldn’t be happier with the job that the staff and venue did to make our day so perfect!! I recommend Vernon Downs 110%!!!!!!
Taylor
Taylor Sent on 01/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Dream come true

Booking our wedding here was the best decision we could have made. My husband and I knew we wanted a hotel venue and we looked at several in the area. We couldn't believe how much more favorable Vernon Downs' packages were compared to everywhere else. So much is included for such a reasonable price when you book with them! Our guests were able to book rooms for only $99 a night because they were having a winter special. We got the honeymoon suite complimentary for two nights, which was recently remodeled and had a great aesthetic. It comes with a Jacuzzi which was much needed! We also had use of their bridal suite which was bright and spacious and had everything we needed. Our ceremony and reception took place in the ballroom which was gorgeous, and easily fit our 150 guests with a large dance floor. We chose a plated package and heard only good things about the meals. (My husband and I could barely eat from the nerves!) They serve large portions, and you get to try everything a few months ahead of time at a complimentary private tasting! The open bar is included in your package, and the bartenders and staff were so friendly and accommodating. And lets not forget Brandy! She is the coordinator, and full-time superhero. She rolled with every crazy request I threw at her (including the 2 truckloads of decorations we brought). I'm pretty sure she never sleeps because she is always available, and responds to emails basically immediately. She also worked seamlessly with my vendors, which took a lot off my plate. There is no question she cant answer and no problem she cant handle. My husband and I didn't have to worry about a single thing on our wedding weekend - the staff took care of it all. From set up to take down, from the rehearsal dinner to the morning after, they were on top of it. I've rarely heard of a wedding flowing as seamlessly as mine did and it is all thanks to Brandy and Vernon Downs. Run, don't walk to book this venue!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 12/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Venue

My husband and I got married here on 11/5/2022. We had an amazing 72 degree day for the beginning of November. Brandy worked with us the entire time even when I got sick the week before. She handled everything we asked and made it the venue gorgeous for our day. We recommend Vernon Downs for all your event needs.
Gina
Gina Sent on 10/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Day

Got married at Vernon downs on 10.8.22. It was beautiful and affordable. Brandy was amazing to work with. Always answered my emails right away with any questions I had and did a beautiful job decorating both the terrace for my ceremony and the ballroom for my reception. The food was amazing and everyone loved watching the horse race during dinner on the drop down screen. Truly a perfect day. The scenery was gorgeous and all my guests loved the venue and food for both the rehearsal dinner and wedding night.
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Marys4everflowers Marys4everflowers Wedding Florists

The staff at Vernon downs are warm and welcoming willing to answer any question. The wedding venue is spacious and beautiful ! I would recommend this Wedding Venue to any One !

The DJ Company The DJ Company Wedding DJs

Wonderful place for a wedding! The staff has always been courteous and friendly. I would recommend Vernon Downs to anyone looking for a wedding venue!

AJ's Photography AJ's Photography Wedding Photographers

When you have your wedding at Vernon Downs you know it's going to be first class. There staff is fantastic and their food can't be beat. With everything they have to offer you can't go wrong by having your wedding at Vernon Downs.

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Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel frequently asked questions

Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
The space offered by Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop
Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Vernon Downs Casino & Hotel is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in flexibility.
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