GCV&M is the largest and most comprehensive living history museum in New York State – and the third-largest in the United States. Chartered as an educational institution by the NYS Board of Regents, the Museum offers opportunities to see, smell, taste, touch, explore, and experience our 68 historic buildings; more than 20,000 artifacts; wildlife paintings, drawings, and sculpture spanning centuries; the living collections in our gardens, on our working farm and at our Nature Center; and the gorgeous landscape that first brought settlers to this region. Being one of the most unique wedding venues in the Great Rochester area, Genesee Country Village & Museum provides a wedding location unlike any other. Our 19th-century Historic Village offers both historic churches and stunning outdoor venues for your ceremony, paired with our unforgettable reception spaces including two romantic, rustic barns, as well as our recently updated banquet center.

Welcome. Elegant Georgian-style Ballroom located in the heart of Downtown Rochester. Your guests will love this 1930’s era Wedding Venue! Our friendly & knowledgeable Event Services Staff will provide all the personal attention & professional expertise to ensure your function is a success. When planning for a special event, you want to give your guests an out-of-the-ordinary experience that is truly unforgettable.

THE MANOR HOUSE ESTATE WEDDING EXPERIENCE YOU HAVE MANY OPTIONS…HERE IS YOUR ‘LUCKY 7’ THAT SEPARATES US FROM THE REST! IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU! 1) YOU are the only wedding for the entire weekend. 2) CUSTOMIZATION! YOU get to choose so many things that typically aren’t options elsewhere. 3) LOCATION! ON the Wine Trail. AMAZING lakeview. 4) COST SAVINGS! Once you dig into the cost of a Manor House Estate wedding, you’ll quickly realize the bargain you are getting. 5) INCREDIBLE FOOD! While you have the unique option of choosing your own caterer, our Preferred Vendor is special in many ways. 6) CONVENIENCE! 16 of you can stay onsite and, if you choose, an additional 30 guests can stay in our amazing homes right down the road! 7) PHOTO OPS! From beautiful gardens, unique interior accents, broad lakeview and so much more…we have plenty! You get all of this with local, helpful and accessible ownership that truly cares!

The Cracker Factory is a renovated industrial factory in Geneva, New York. This 65,000 square foot factory houses The Cracker Factory, 3Stories non-for-profit, and Miles and May Furniture Works. The Cracker Factory building, built in the early 1900s, was first home to Geneva Forge, a cutlery manufacturer. In 2007, Miles and May Furniture Works moved their production to the first story and began renovations on the previously unoccupied building. Since 2010, the second-floor gallery space has been in use for art shows, concerts, and events.

The Gallagher is a space where your guests can enjoy both the casual laid back event of an outdoor celebration in combination with the formal elegance that comes from a great and well curated space! Our staff is focused on creating a wedding that is uniquely you and reflects your personality as a couple! We want everyone to enjoy celebrating your love on your big day!

Oak Knolls Manor was built in 1906 and is a preserved Wells Barn in Western New York. We host only ONE event a weekend which allows our clients the opportunity to slow down, have time to set up, and enjoy family and friends. The rural location really creates a destination wedding feel. The venue features our silos with propane fire pits and outdoor furniture to relax and take in the views. The silos are also a great spot for a cigar bar. Equipped with two large decks on either side of the venue, one is covered and remains completely waterproof even when the weather doesn't cooperate. The other overlooks the Genesee Valley where there is plenty of open space to see for miles. We have tables and padded fruitwood chairs to accommodate up to 250 guests. Including 8 farm tables, 20 rectangular tables, and 10 rounds. We also have durable padded ceremony chairs and two wood stained arbors to choose from along with ceremony coordination services. All included with venue and ceremony costs.

The Hillcrest Estate is a historic mansion with incredibly unique style, located in the countryside between Rochester and Buffalo, New York. The estate boasts over a hundred acres of pristine land and quite a few famous visitors. Two main areas are available for your wedding party at The Hillcrest Estate. The ballroom, accented with vintage decor and two massive fireplaces, antique furniture, hardwood flooring, and chandeliers, can accommodate up to 110 guests. Then, looking outside, the veranda features a tiered terrace and reflecting pool along with impeccably maintained lawn space for your ceremony and reception. The outdoor space with a tent can host roughly 200 guests. Services Offered We offer endless services including: onsite manager throughout your entire wedding weekend, bridal suite access before the event, the carriage house and carriage house lounge for the bridal or grooms party to get ready, catering and bar service, onsite accommodations for up to 20.

Your wedding is one of the biggest days of your life and the last thing the happy couple should worry about is the planning, leave that to the experts at Max Rochester. With over 18 years of experience in hosting, planning and catering weddings both in house and off-site venues throughout the greater Rochester area, you can feel confident that your day will be just as perfect as you've always dreamed of.

The North Farm is a large, recently renovated wedding event venue located in Geneva, New York. Consisting of repurposed 19th century dairy barns, a large courtyard and a manicured ceremony location with gorgeous lake views, this venue is perfect for rustic wedding couples who are looking for something truly unique. With six different gathering spaces available, you’ll have an environment that is centered around sustainability and flexibility, allowing you to create a completely customized and memorable experience that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. The uniqueness of the space will provide a truly memorable wedding backdrop; you can also make use of the space for incredibly memorable wedding photos that you can cherish for years to come!

Left Bank is a Finger Lakes event venue in a beautifully restored early 20th century bank building. You will find us on a small street in the heart of downtown Geneva, surrounded by exciting new restaurants, trendy bars, and creative spaces. This venue is perfect for intimate wedding receptions, ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, brunches, bridal showers, engagement celebrations, engagement and wedding photo shoots, and more. We complement larger event venues in the Finger Lakes by offering a unique urban space to celebrate. We recommend our in-house caterer - FLX Table - run by Master Sommelier Christopher Bates, who will work with you on everything from an extravagant multiple-course menu and wine pairings, to mouth-watering barbecue with excellent local microbrews! However, we allow other caterers as well.