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Just Said Yes September 2018

Ceremony sites in Westchester County, NY?

Rochelle, on October 4, 2017 at 9:15 PM Posted in Planning 0 9

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Hi all,

Recently engaged and first time WW poster! I’m in a bit of a predicament – I don’t know where to have my wedding ceremony. Our venue is set, 9/2/18 at a new venue right on the Hudson River in Irvington, NY.

My FI and I are not religious so we do not want to be married in a church, which leaves us looking for a “space”. We’d prefer outdoor, but not sure how we’d approach a practical rain back-up.

We’d ideally like to find something along the Hudson River as well, but would be open to a location further in the county as well.

Any parks/gardens/outdoor spaces that anyone can think of that allows wedding ceremonies, either in general and/or without the reception being held there?

TIA!

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Latest activity by NikNak, on October 5, 2017 at 12:00 AM

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Danielle · on October 4, 2017 at 9:16 PM
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I'm confused. You said you have a date set; doesn't that mean you have a venue?
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Dedicated October 2018
Amy · on October 4, 2017 at 9:18 PM
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I would ask your venue. They will probably have a spot outside that can be set up for a ceremony or they could refer you to a nice place.
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BeachDreams · on October 4, 2017 at 9:20 PM
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I believe Manhattanville College (in Purchase, NY) has outdoor and indoor space available. They have a gorgeous castle, yes literally a castle, on the campus.

ETA: They also do have experience with hosting weddings and other large events.
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Just Said Yes September 2018
Rochelle · on October 4, 2017 at 9:36 PM
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Yes, I have a venue. Unfortunately, the venue does not have any other space that would hold a ceremony – the only space is where the reception will be held, which is why I’m only in need of a site for the ceremony.

Thanks, BeachDreams! I’ve been in the Manhattanville campus before and it is really beautiful. Completely forgot about it, so I appreciate the reminder!
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Master October 2017
karen · on October 4, 2017 at 9:38 PM
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I like Ridge Road park in Hartsdale. Very pretty, parking, you can rent for a low fee a pavillion with a cover in case it rains, and has real bathrooms.

I like Hudson River Scenic park, but no paivllions.
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Just Said Yes September 2018
Rochelle · on October 4, 2017 at 9:40 PM
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Thank you, Karen! I've heard of it before but I've never been. I will check that out!
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Master October 2017
karen · on October 4, 2017 at 9:43 PM
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Thanks Ro, It does not allow alcohol, but i dont think for the ceremony, that should matter. You could set up carafes of water and ice tea or lemonade.
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Just Said Yes September 2018
Rochelle · on October 4, 2017 at 9:46 PM
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Haha, no no, don't need to start drinking that early! Very cute idea with the iced tea and lemonade though!
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Master September 2018
NikNak · on October 5, 2017 at 12:00 AM
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Untermyer in Yonkers has a pavilion spot overlooking the Hudson. There's also the the Peekskill waterside area, just past the train station. ETA: just reread your post, Yonkers and Irvington are fairly close, so that may be a nice one!
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