Wedding Venues in Syracuse

Patrick

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Comfort Island was a dream setting for our August wedding. Stephen and his team worked closely with us and our planners to bring our vision to life. The property has so many beautiful, distinct spaces that every part of the day felt like its own little vignette. We got ready in the historic bedrooms, did our first look on a bluff overlooking the river, and before getting dressed, our wedding party even snuck in swims at the beach, which set such a joyful, easygoing tone for the day. Our ceremony on the side lawn was breezy and cool on a hot summer afternoon, followed by an open-air dinner on the wraparound porch perched above the river. Later, we moved down to the lower lawn and gazebo for dessert and dancing, and ended the night with a tour boat pulling into the docks to whisk everyone away on a catered afterparty cruise down to Clayton. There is truly nothing else like this location in the 1000 Islands. Comfort Island gave us a wedding day that felt deeply personal, timeless, and completely “us,” and we are so grateful to Stephen for opening his incredible home and creating a place where memories like this are possible.

Michele

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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!

Doug

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Kathy and the entirety of the Glenora staff made our special day perfect. Not only did we have a bit of a unique wedding, but we also had to call an audible the day-of due to inclement weather. Kathy and the staff were so amazing and flexible, and they worked tirelessly to make sure that our wedding still went off without a hitch. The venue itself is breathtaking and almost looks surreal. The views will make for some of the best pictures we could ask for. The food was outstanding and drew compliments from all of our guests. All of the rooms were clean and cozy, and the cottage we stayed in was the perfect place to prepare for our big day. I cannot stress enough how amazing the staff, venue, and food was and I would recommend Glenora to anyone to make their wedding day truly special!

We LOVED everything about our wedding at Emerson. Andrea and Mary (and their entire staff) are incredible. And so accommodating! We were able to mix and match on the menu, and they brought in the specific wines and beers we requested. They made sure our signature cocktails were made correctly, and we loved the after dinner passing of the espresso martinis (served in a more spill proof receptacle). We’ve received numerous compliments about the food and service. The venue itself is a gorgeous blank slate that’s climate controlled (which was also very important to us). We have absolutely zero complaints, and we would have our wedding there again in a heartbeat.

Andrea

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My husband and I got married here in June and we couldn't be happier with the day. We live out of state and had quite a few people traveling, so a hotel venue was ideal for us, and planning everything via e-mail and phone was made really simple with Christina! As others have said, she goes above and beyond to make your vision come to life which, for us, included working out the table linens and dinnerware with the rental company Shabby Sisters (we didn't have to talk to them once). It was perfect for our guest count of 65, and I wouldn't recommend weddings of 100+ guests due to the size of the reception space. The venue was extremely flexible when I went back and forth on a few of my decisions and asked if we could have a few things customized. The full open bar was totally worth it and they made our signature cocktails so delicious! We absolutely loved having the full barn suite for the weekend to house some of our wedding party, get ready in, and hang out in throughout the weekend - it was worth every penny. We were given the Paris Room to stay in which felt so peaceful and secluded. Christina and staff did an excellent job running the events all weekend and made it so I didn't have to make any more decisions upon our arrival. Many of our guests made sure to tell us how great the staff, food, and venue as a whole was. We even had a few people hike the Buttermilk Falls trail the morning of the wedding! We would have loved even more time to hang out and enjoy everything. Overall, we were so happy to see our vision come to life with the charm of the lovely La Tourelle venue as the perfect backdrop.

Lauren

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Turning Stone was absolutely fabulous! Everything was perfect and well done. The staff are so kind and always offer the best service / solution. We worked with Matthew Rose and he was amazing! He always responded quickly to any of my emails and made sure no detail was left behind. He was there every step of the way and helped make our day special and seamless!! 10/10 would recommend!

Courtney

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If you're looking for a venue that checks every box - stunning lakefront views, historic charm, luxurious amenities, and top-notch service - The Otesaga Resort Hotel is it! As a wedding planner, I always love coordinating here because the team consistently goes above and beyond. Brooke and Taylor are incredible to work with, helping make every moment magical for our couples. The convenience of having all your wedding events in one elegant location makes The Otesaga a standout choice. Their attention to detail and warm, professional service truly makes it a venue that I recommend time and time again!

Del

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Bayshore is by far the most beautiful venue I've ever been to, and I've been to a lot of weddings. The attention to detail for each event is nothing short of amazing and it places this venue head and shoulders above the rest.

Have you ever tried to plan a wedding during a global pandemic? We did, and thanks to Ginny it ended up being the most amazing day of our lives! From the very first day that we met with her, Ginny was excited for us, immediately started investing in our vision for the day, and had the organizational skills to make it happen. It is obvious that she has the experience of planning many weddings, since she was able to guide us on things that we hadn’t even thought of. Ginny and Chef Mitch are a perfect pair! From the food choices, to the timeline for the night, everything was planned out in advance and went off without a hitch. Her staff was well trained and thoughtful, even providing non-alcoholic toasts for specific guests. The food was incredible, making it difficult to narrow down the choices for our meals. The grounds and scenery provide the perfect backdrop for pictures that will last a lifetime. Throughout the ever changing Covid19 restrictions, Ginny kept us up-to-date as soon as she heard anything. She was willing to modify or postpone our event, if we wanted to, to make sure that we had our dream wedding. Her flexibility and communication throughout the process was exceptional.

Barbagallo's was the perfect place for my wedding reception. The food was excellent and the wait staff was very attentive and on top of things. They definitely made sure the bride was taken care of! Tammy is wonderful to work with and make sure your reception is perfect. Barbagallo's also has a wonderful "deluxe package" that includes the cake made by Geddes Bakery, cake cutting and serving fees, and floral centerpiece rental. The centerpieces were beautiful and the cake was so delicious!!! If I had to do it all over again, I wouldn't go anywhere else!