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Taylor M. Sent on 05/21/2024Best Beach Venue in Cape May
The Cape May Convention Hall is an incredible venue. We looked at seven venues in Cape May and nothing compared to the Convention Hall! It is the only venue that is actually on the beach and gives you those amazing beach wedding vibes! It is a large space that can accommodate a large wedding but is also perfect for a small or medium wedding. One thing we loved was being able to have the ceremony on the deck that overlooks the beach and the ocean. You get your beach wedding but do not have to have everyone on the sand, but you can do everything on the beach if you want. It was perfect that we could do the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception all at the same location. Cocktail hour on the deck with a second bar out there was a big hit with our guests. Pretty much the entire wedding spent the whole cocktail hour out there taking pictures and enjoying the view, food, and drinks. When the reception finally comes around you cannot beat the breathtaking views you get of the ocean with the amazing floor-to-ceiling windows in the back of the Convention Hall. It immediately captures your attention when you walk in. It gives you so much natural light and is beautiful as the sun goes down. When I walked in and saw the windows, I immediately knew this was the venue for us. This venue gives you such a great space for your guests. One of the cool things about the space is they build a stage for your entertainment. We wanted a fun party band for our wedding so having the stage really set the tone for the entertainment. It also gives you the ability to create a large dance floor which our guests kept full all night! Another benefit of being on the beach is it gives you amazing photos with your partner and your wedding party. It gets such great light and you also get amazing sunset photos on the deck/beach. When you book this venue, you get a blank slate. You have to bring in all your vendors which can be a little overwhelming initially. However, Rachel the Assistant Director of the Convention Hall gives you a lot of great recommendations of vendors she has worked with before that do a great job. It also allows you to control your costs more than a venue that owns everything. You can meet with multiple vendors and find one that fits your budget. The cost is comparable to the other venues we looked at and ended up being cheaper because of our ability to pick our own vendors. The other benefit of being a blank slate is the creative freedom it gives you. The different venues we looked at had their venues decorated in a certain way and we felt it would have forced us to match their theme. Rachel is incredible to work with and was so helpful through the whole planning process. She is extremely responsive and was always able to answer any question we had. Rachel and her team were amazing the day of, and we cannot thank them enough for the role they played in making our day so perfect. There are also many hotels that are all across the street that will do room blocks. This was amazing for our guests because we gave them 3 different hotels to choose from and everyone was able to walk right to the venue! We cannot recommend the Cape May Convention Hall enough! Our guests cannot stop talking about how much they loved it. Definitely go check out this venue I promise you will not be disappointed!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Taylor, thank you SO much for your kind words, they truly mean the world to me! I am honored you chose the Beachfront Ballroom to celebrate your special day surrounded by loved ones. Thank you so much for allowing me to share those memories with you and your wife! I wish you both a lifetime of happiness. Cheers!
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Casey K. Sent on 12/28/2023The most beautiful, perfect venue
We could not have asked for a more beautiful or perfect wedding venue. Both my wife and I grew up vacationing in Cape May with our families, so once we were engaged, this was the first (and only) wedding venue that we looked at. The space is absolutely perfect for a wedding– the huge ballroom, the indoor/outdoor area for cocktail hour, the deck for the ceremony, and of course, the beautiful view of the ocean and Cape May beach. We had guests who partied on the huge dance floor all night long; some who sat on the rocking chairs and enjoyed the view of the ocean; and others who played cornhole on the deck. Perhaps the best part of this venue, though, is the coordinator Rachel. She is so personable and organized, and she and her staff made sure that every transition throughout the night ran smoothly. She was also so helpful and communicative in preparing for the wedding, communicating on all the little details and always accommodating a last minute visit to the venue (we live several hours away, so this was huge!). The venue also allows you to bring in your own alcohol, which provided us with a lot of flexibility for drinks and saved us a lot of money in the long run. We felt that the venue was very reasonably priced for all that it offered, and would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a beach wedding!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Casey, thank you SO much for your kind words - they truly mean the world to me! I cannot thank you and Emily enough for allowing me to share your special day with you and watch those everlasting memories be created! I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!
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Courtney Sent on 07/07/2023The best experience!!
Our wedding at the Cape May Beachfront Ballroom could not have been a more perfect experience! Of course the beachfront location alone can sell this venue itself, but nothing happens without great people to work with. If we could give Rachel and the entire team 10 stars, we would. Given it's a space where the couple is responsible for hiring vendors individually, Rachel was immensely helpful when it came to recommendations and completely took over managing all parties once things were booked. She was honest about her prior experiences dealing with certain vendors, but didn't push anyone on us. We felt absolutely no pressure throughout the process, and she was extremely open to working with new vendors that hadn't done an event there before. We dealt with both instance, but it really didn't matter because Rachel and team made sure everything was seamless, regardless. All of our vendors loved dealing with Rachel and her team as well - they just make it all so easy leading up to and especially the day of. They know what they're doing and will keep you organized without micromanaging you. We wouldn't have changed a thing!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Courtney, I cannot thank you enough for sharing such kind words! It truly was an absolute pleasure to get to know you and your hubby over our journey together and celebrate your special day with you both! I am honored to share those unforgettable memories with you! Thank you, thank you!
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Juli J. Sent on 04/30/2023
Phenomenal!
If you’re looking to get married at the Jersey Shore, look no further. Rachel and her team made absolute magic happen on our wedding day - truly our dreams come to life. I dreaded wedding planning but Rachel was exactly the person I needed in my corner to get me through the months and weeks up to the big day. There wasn’t a question she couldn’t answer and she made sure we were always at ease! And what can I say about the venue besides it was just a dream. The deck is a beautiful space and it all went exactly as we pictured. We got so lucky with the weather and the way Rachel & team executed our decor vision was nothing short of amazing. They gave us the day we have been dreaming of for years!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Thank you so much for those kind words Juli! I am so honored to have shared your special day with you and Matt. Wishing you and your hubby so many years of love, happiness and adventures!! -Rachel -
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A D Sent on 11/11/2022
Cape May Convention Hall is Second to None
My wife Lindsay and I got married at The Cape May Convention Hall on 10/29/2022. We cannot begin to explain how incredible Rachel and the staff were from start to finish. From the moment we saw the venue, we were sold. From the beginning, Rachel was extremely helpful and communicative with us. On our wedding day, it felt like there was absolutely nothing for us to be responsible for except getting ourselves down the aisle. Rachel and her team were on the ball with everything - everything from the setup, to making sure we had what we needed at all times. On top of the awesome staff, you really can't beat the view! We had the perfect day together, and with our families and friends that celebrated with us. We cannot thank Rachel and her team enough for being such a huge part of our special day and special moments that we'll cherish always. I will recommend the Cape May Convention Hall over and over again! Thank you so much!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Alyssa and Lindsay, I cannot thank you enough for allowing me to share those memories with you and sharing your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure getting to know you both over our journey together. Wishing you so many years of love, happiness and adventures together!
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Jessica S. Sent on 09/26/2022Cape may convention hall 100/10!
This was the only venue we looked at because I knew it was the one for us! My fiance and I loved EVERYTHING about the space, the ballroom, the balcony, the location! Rachel was amazing to work with! She is so kind and helpful and made our wedding day completely stress free! Rachel and her team helped bring our vision to life. On the day of the wedding, I had Rachel and Nicole help me with anything and everything I could need. Absolutely such an amazing time/venue - would HIGHLY recommend to anyone on the fence - this is your sign!! Thank you!!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Thank you so much Jessica! It was an absolute pleasure getting to know you and your hubby throughout our journey together. Thank YOU for allowing me to share those memories with you of your special day. Cheers to you!!
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Laurie D. Sent on 10/03/2022Amazing Venue and Team!
The Cape May Convention Hall was a stunning venue for our September wedding. We loved that we could have our ceremony on the beach without our guests having to trek down into the sand. The deck was amazing for our ceremony. Rachel was awesome to work with and was quick to respond to any questions or emails up to the day of the wedding. We also used several of the recommended vendors and they were all fantastic as well. Everything for the wedding and the reception was set up exactly as I imagined it, and Rachel and her team made sure everything ran smoothly throughout the day. The beach out front was great for our photos, especially at sunset. We actually had some guests tell us it was one of the best weddings they had ever been to! It was truly our dream wedding. I would recommend this venue to anyone! Thanks to Rachel and team for an amazing day!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Laurie, thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure getting to know you and Ken over our time spent together and I cannot thank you enough for allowing me to share those unforgettable memories of your special day with you both!
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Lauren M. Sent on 09/23/2022Above and Beyond
A beach ceremony was a must have for my husband and I. Cape May Convention Hall not only delivered, but exceeded our expectations! From our initial visit, we felt welcome and comfortable. Communication was fluid throughout the process, and the staff made everything about our big day go so smooth. We couldn’t have asked for a better coordinator in Rachel Ertle, who’s attention to detail and friendliness made all the difference. 100% recommended Cape May Convention Hall as a venue.Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Lauren, thank you so much for your kind words! It was an absolute pleasure getting to know you and John over our time spent together and I cannot thank you enough for allowing me to share those unforgettable memories of your special day with you both!
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Madison M. Sent on 06/09/2022The best wedding venue in Cape May!!!
AMAZING!!!! The best wedding venue in Cape May!! We were a "covid couple" and initially booked the beachfront ballroom at Convention Hall back in early 2019 for a 2020 wedding. After 2 reschedules, we finally had our reception this past weekend (June 2022). I hope that no future couple has to go through reschedules and the hassles of covid, but if you do, they will be there with you the whole way. Rachel made everything so easy during the stress of reschedules and she and her team did so much for us. Finally, when the day arrived and we were really having this thing, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. There was zero stress. We chose this venue because it is actually on the beach and the views are absolutely incredible. We had the ceremony on the deck and it was gorgeous. Once inside, our guests could not get over the view of the beach from the ballroom. It's also so spacious and you have tons of freedom with decor and the layout. We had 100 guests but it holds a lot more than that. It was perfect for our large band, photobooth, and food stations - the dance floor was huge (which is exactly what we wanted and we needed it with all of the dancing)!! I cannot recommend Convention Hall and Rachel enough!!!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Hi Madison! Thank you SO much for those kind words and thank YOU for allowing me to be apart of your special day, it was absolutely beautiful!! Wishing both you and Keith a lifetime of happiness, come visit me in Cape May soon!! -
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Kelsey Y. Sent on 11/23/2021
Beyond All Expectations
I can’t even begin to describe how absolutely amazing this venue was for our wedding. Rachel was so wonderful to work with. She was extremely helpful, very responsive & made sure we had everything we needed every step of the way. The entire staff went so above and beyond all expectations, i cannot thank them enough for making our day absolutely perfect.Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Kelsey, Thank YOU so much for your kinds words. I absolutely loved you and Hans! I am so grateful to be a part of your memories of your big day. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness! -Rachel -
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Jeff Sent on 11/23/2021
The Most Amazing View in NJ!
Our guests enjoying the sunset on the deck so close to the water was amazing. Our guests can't stop talking about the venue. Before you run to one of the hotels to choose from their "wedding programs", you have to talk to the Convention Center. They go above and beyond to help you make a wedding customized to exactly what you want. Can't say enough, our day was perfect. You deserve a curtain reveal on your big day!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Jeff, thank you for the kind words! I truly loved watching you and Jenny grow as a couple over the time we spent planning your wedding! Thank you both so much for allowing me and my team to be a part of your ever lasting memories!! Wishing you both many many years of love!
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Shayna R. Sent on 10/19/2019
The Best Wedding Ever!!
We had our wedding at The Cape May Convention hall September 28, 2019. It was a perfect day with the ceremony on the deck and the reception in the ballroom with the full wall of windows overlooking the beach. The staff was so accommodating and really helped with making our day everything we’ve always dreamed about (and more)!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Shayna,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are SO grateful that we were able to be a part of your big day! It was a beautiful ceremony and reception! It's couples like you both that make our part so easy! Thank you for being such an amazing bride. We wish you both many years of happiness, health and love! Please stop in to see us whenever you are in Cape May.
All the best, The Beachfront Ballroom Wedding Team. -
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Samantha Sent on 06/23/2019More than we could've asked for
Kate and her team were unbelievable! Everything from the initiation planning to the day of the wedding went perfect and smoothly. My wife and I experienced a terrible lost during the week of our wedding (grandmother passed away 6 fays before the wedding), Kate was completely flexible taking over our minor last minute details and putting our minds at ease. Thank you Kate for making our day unforgettable and making a nervous two brides feel welcomed and accommodated.Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Samantha,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It's couples like you two that make my job not only easy but so enjoyable! It was our pleasure and honor to be a part of your big day! We here at the Beachfront Ballroom are so thankful you chose us to be a part of your celebration and we hope we were able to make it a memorable day! We wish you and Jen many many years of happiness, health and love! Thank you again! - The Beachfront Ballroom Team -
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Jennifer J. Sent on 07/13/2019
Our experience was a 10 out of 10!
Cape May Convention Hall was always my dream venue and it did NOT disappoint. As a young girl, I always dreamt of my wedding day being on the beach of Cape May where I grew up. I couldn’t have asked for a more amazing venue or staff to help make my day perfect. Several family members and friends (who have had their own kids weddings) have told us that our wedding was the BEST wedding they have ever been to. Everyone got the chills when my husband and I did the surprise curtain reveal entrance. Ask Kate about that if you are interested in an amazing entrance as the first time as Mr. & Mrs. Thank you isn’t enough to Kate and her staff. She was 7 months pregnant and went above and beyond. I thought I would be so sad when my wedding was over but everything was so perfect I couldn’t have asked for a better day. Thank you so much Kate and Cape May Convention Hall!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Jennifer,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are the lucky ones. We get the BEST couples, families and most gracious brides. We are so happy we were able to be a part of your big day! Thank you again for choosing us, We wish you and Austin many years of happiness and health! Please be sure to stay in touch and visit anytime you are in Cape May! Thank you so much again! The Beachfront Ballroom Wedding Team. -
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Alyssa Sent on 08/26/2019Beautiful beachfront wedding venue!
Simply put, Kate and the beachfront ballroom team were incredible! Since day one of booking the ballroom, Kate was super helpful and responsive checking in with us and recording all of the details that we wanted. For the day of, they made it a breeze (literally, we had a super windy beach wedding day haha) for us by coordinating with all of our vendors. You know these guys are serious when they have walkie talkies to keep everything organized :) The venue is perfect for a big wedding, we had ~220 guests and felt it was just right for seating and dancing. One of our favorite parts was the surprise entrance! We loved getting married here right on the beach and can't recommend it enough!Cape May Convention Hall's reply:
Alyssa,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are so happy we were part of your special day. It was a BEAUTIFUL day for a beautiful couple. Thank you for being such a KIND and organized bride. We wish you and Teddy many years of health and happiness! Best wishes always, The Beachfront Ballroom Team! -
Alyse Sent on 12/30/2017We were married on October 28, 2017 at the Cape May Convention Hall. We met Pat Devlin, the wedding coordinator, on our first visit to the Hall, as we sat on the rocking chairs on the gorgeous back deck, more than a year before our wedding. From the moment we met Pat to the day after our wedding as we said goodbye, he and his staff were an absolute joy to work with. Pat always encouraged us (and our families) to pop in and look at the space, he provided invaluable information about the area/vendors, always passed along photos from weddings at the Hall for inspiration, checked in with us often to see how we were doing/how the planning was going, was always willing to accommodate any and every idea we had (my brother and sister in law created incredible lighting for the reception space and Pat did everything in his power to make the whole vision come to life ), and most importantly made us feel at ease and taken care of. He approached our questions and concerns with compassion, patience, encouragement and love. Originally, we were supposed to have our ceremony outside on the deck. We were lucky to have absolutely gorgeous weather on our day but the wind made it impossible to go through with our original plan. After we gave him the ok, Pat and his staff and Kevin McFadden (at Kevin McFadden Catering and his staff) seamlessly worked as a team about an hour before the start of our wedding to move the ceremony inside, in part of the reception space, for "Plan B". The arbor was facing the beach windows and (without knowing that I would mention the rocking chairs at the Hall in my vows) Pat added a precious, romantic surprise touch, two rocking chairs sitting side by side, perfectly in line with the center of the arbor. (The photos show the reception room set for our ceremony, the back deck with a beautiful view of the beach, and the reception room post ceremony during our first dance).
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Scott Sent on 10/05/2017We chose the Cape May convention hall after a short but long search of shore venues for our wedding. Once we arrived to take a tour, we knew this was the place for us. The curator Pat Devlin, could not have been more inviting, genuine, and helpful. He addressed and answered all of our questions, and helped us throughout our entire process. And that process can bring a lot of stress! One thing we never had to stress about was Pat and the venue.
Perfect venue if you have a large or smaller wedding, we had 120 guests, which left a ton of space to move around and have a great time. The sunset was amazing! Weather was perfect!
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