The Foundation of Light is a spiritual center for meditation. The study and regular practice of meditation, as an aid to the expansion of consciousness and self-realization, is a fundamental part of all Foundation of Light activities. The founders of the Foundation of Light, John and Kate Payne, along with Mabel DeMotte Beggs, were experts in many forms of ancient healing techniques. Built in 2000, the main Foundation of Light building has several diverse rooms available, depending on your group size and needs.

Surrounded by the splendid beauty of the Cornell University campus and just a short walk from the iconic Sage Chapel, we offer the perfect backdrop for your one of a kind wedding. Feel at home in our elegant Ballroom or in our more intimate and casual venues. Allow our experienced wedding consultant to assist you in creating a personalized and memorable wedding.

The Museum of the Earth offers a unique setting for your wedding. The mix of stunning architecture, amazing displays, and open spaces are perfect for large gatherings and make this an enjoyable space for all your guests. The Paleontological Research Institution’s Museum of the Earth was established in 2003 to provide the general public with a unique opportunity to explore our world through a mix of natural history displays, interactive science features, and art exhibitions. The museum’s 8,000-square-foot permanent exhibition takes visitors on a journey through 4.5 billion years of history, from the Earth’s origin to the present day. Through hands-on, visual exhibitions and outreach, the Museum of the Earth encourages critical thinking about life on Earth in the past and today, and how our species is affecting the natural world.

Cayuga Nature Center provides a rustic, natural setting to host weddings. Our historic 1930’s Lodge, and 120 acres of woods, trails, gorges, and waterfalls, offer the perfect setting for a beautiful and memorable celebration.

New Park is a stunning and inspirational wedding venue and retreat center with several special spaces to accommodate overnight guests. New Park can host large and small gatherings - weddings, reunions, anniversaries, memorials, wellness retreats, corporate retreats, etc. New Park's incredible dog-friendly suites and cottages have stonework, stained glass, and details that make a romantic and special place to stay. New Park is located in Ithaca, just north of the city and just south of Taughannock Falls, in the stunning Finger Lakes region of upstate New York. There are many things to do in the Finger Lakes to satisfy your wanderlust, including wine tasting, hiking, boating, and hot air ballooning. ​ You can learn more about New Park here on our website, and our Facebook page, Instagram page, and by booking a (low pressure) coffee chat with one of our event coordinators. You can also book a tour to view New Park. New Park is a special place best experienced in person.

Silver Queen Farm is a rustic barn wedding venue located in Trumansburg, New York. The venue is a working fruit and vegetable farm with crops that provide a picturesque backdrop for your wedding photos. Silver Queen Farm sits on a 100-acre plot of land in the Finger Lakes with several spaces to choose from for ceremonies and receptions both inside and out. The barn is filled with rustic charm, but can be easily transformed to offer an elegant ambiance for your perfect wedding.

This luxury boutique hotel overlooks Cayuga Lake and is just 9 miles from Ithaca, New York, in the heart of the Finger Lakes Wine Trail. The estate combines modern accommodations, private guest houses, and a majestic Victorian Inn next to one of the tallest waterfalls in the country. The Inn at Taughannock has three on-site wedding venues, including a new one-acre wedding garden. The wedding garden, named "Enchantment", has a 100' x 60' translucent sailcloth tent, a 42' alabaster bar, and a dry-stack stone fire place that it took four masons one year to build. In addition to these marvelous features there are also three fire-pits on site, one of which is cantilevered and hangs above the outer wall over looking Cayuga Lake. Our full service event planning team is ready to provide you with a concierge style service as they help you navigate every facet of the wedding planning journey. This all inclusive venue is the perfect location for the next piece of your history.

Imagine yourself celebrating with family & friends at one of the most picturesque locations in the Finger Lakes, where exquisite catering and meticulous service combine to create magical, memorable events. Host an intimately-scaled outdoor wedding on our lushly landscaped waterfront patio with the sun setting over Seneca Lake as your backdrop. Or celebrate in sophisticated style in our elegant Harbor Ballroom. Our professional wedding consultant will make sure that no detail is overlooked and will advise on the array of delicious dining options, from plated sit-down dinners to elaborate buffets. A professional wedding consultant guides the process every step of the way, from choosing the perfect blooms to selecting from various priced menu options. The hotels' expansive landscaped waterfront grounds and elegant interiors lend themselves to on-site ceremonies and extended celebrations making for true destination weddings.

Dutch Harvest Farm sits on 50 picturesque acres along the east side of the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail (Route 34B) in Lansing, NY. The Farm is bordered by tall mature trees that create a wooded-wonderland but not to be out done by the cascading falls running the length of the property into Cayuga Lake. We are conveniently located only 15 minutes from downtown Ithaca, the Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport (ITH) and an hour from Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR). ​ Our 7,000+ square foot event barn offers many layout options that let you design the event your way. The barn can comfortably seat 280+ people inside for a reception and there is no need for a tent with plenty of ceremony options such as the enclosed loft, attached porches, custom pavilion or our lavish gardens. You have plenty of layout options - it's your day, plan it your way! ***Date availability, pricing information or tour requests must be submitted on our website***

Welcome to the John Joseph Inn, where timeless elegance meets modern luxury in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Named after founder John Hamilton, our estate boasts 110 acres of picturesque grounds. Whether an intimate gathering or grand celebration, our versatile spaces exude romance and sophistication. Our six luxurious inn room suites and cottage seamlessly blend classic charm with modern amenities, offering a serene escape amidst the scenic beauty of our estate. Renowned Chef John Joseph Hamilton curates wedding menus harmonizing creativity, flavor, and local flair. His culinary creations showcase a passion for innovation, exceeding expectations and reflecting your unique love story. With a commitment to exceptional service, the John Joseph Inn ensures a seamless wedding experience. From arrival to farewell, we create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, allowing you to savor every moment.

As the premiere sustainable wedding venue in the Finger Lakes, we focus on creating unforgettable memories for you and your guests, AND being kind to the planet. We truly believe that you can leave a small footprint on your big day. We provide a bespoke experience for all of our couples. We strive to support your vision, while helping you navigate the logistics. You will have exclusive use of the rustically elegant barn, farmhouse and land during your rental period, and we will be by your side the whole weekend to help manage your vendors and address any concerns. We are not a wedding factory! We host a limited number of weddings each season, so we can give your event the attention it deserves. Our stunning countryside views and historic farm buildings offer unique opportunities to create a charming and inviting venue for an intimate gathering or lavish event only a short drive outside of Ithaca, NY. Let us capture your imagination and help make your event dream a reality!

Located in a majestic mountain valley, Greek Peak Mountain Resort is the perfect location for a wedding in any season. We offer various settings to make your day just as you imagined, whether it is Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall. Do you envision your day in an elegant wedding tent? Greek Peak has a brand new elegant wedding tent situated in beautiful picturesque surroundings. Would you prefer an indoor reception? We have a ballroom complete with a veranda on our mountain side. If your vision is an outdoor ceremony by a lake, we have that as well. Whether you imagine a winter wonderland wedding, or a wedding amidst beautiful autumn colors, or one surrounded by the beautiful green hills of the region, Greek Peak Mountain Resort has it all. Your wedding day should be everything you dreamed of! At Greek Peak Mountain Resort, we will help you design and customize what you have always imagined for your perfect wedding day.

With a passion for great wine, ethical farming, and hospitality, Barnstormer Winery was established in 2013 to embody these ideals. Located in a historic barn with roots stemming back to the early 1800′s, we have made significant renovations to preserve the integrity and atmosphere of this Seneca Lake gem while modernizing its aesthetic. We have a three acre “home farm” on the winery estate, along with rolling vineyards and rustic charm serving as the perfect backdrop to your elegant, low-key, casual. Our cozy barn provides a warm atmosphere to welcome guests to your special day, while our vast outdoor space houses a variety of possibilities for your ceremony and/or reception. Our vineyards provide a sense of tranquility and elegance, creating an ambiance that is distinctively romantic and celebratory. The combination of our romantic barn, lush grapevines, manicured gardens, and rural charm sets the stage for an unforgettable wedding experience. Casual, elegant, and stress-free.

At Locust Haven, we are a family owned & operated venue. We strive to turn dreams into realities, and are here from the initial tour to the last dance! Our rustic, yet elegant barn venue offers everything needed to create the perfect event. Our barn can host up to 200 people, offering many spaces to celebrate with family & friends. Our large natural exposed beams & timbers are certain to be apart of conversation. We are surrounded by natures beauty for the most picturesque photos. Our wedding services includes a bridal suite with a privite restroom for the bride & her attendants. Areas for ceremony, cocktail & hors d'oeuvres hour and reception. We provide tables, chairs, ceremony arch and decortive indoor and outdoor lighting to create a soft ambience to complete the setting. The day - of coordinator will work closley with you to help execute the day perfectly. Our barn is is available from May to early October. Let us reserve your special date, schedule a priviate tour today!

The Snug, Pavilion and patio offer a large 4000 sq ft location with stunning backdrops of Seneca Lake and the surrounding countryside. Nestled in the grounds of our brewery and pub (Seneca Lake Brewing Company & The Beerocracy) we offer the perfect setting for your wedding or event with amazing view of Seneca Lake as a backdrop. Inside The Snug infinity windows and doors provide that indoor/outdoor feel, while full audio/visual equipment allow you to enjoy different levels of sound inside or out. Our covered pavilion provides the perfect space for your reception, dance floor, bar area while the patio offers the perfect setting during the reception for your guests to relax on one of our sectional couches around one of many fire tables. The expansive lawn area provides the perfect space for many lawn games like cornhole, ladder ball and our fire pit provides the perfect warmth for guests as the sun sets. Visit our microsite for info, gallery, FAQ's & more.

Holiday Inn Binghamton Downtown is a stylish hotel wedding venue. It sits on the banks of the Chenango River in the heart of the city's downtown area. An easily-accessible setting, the hotel is found near I-81, I-86, and I-88. Ceremonies and receptions can both be held here, along with engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, pre-wedding showers, and elopements. The event spaces at Holiday Inn Binghamton are fitted with a number of amenities to help your day run smoothly. The hotel's event team is on hand to provide assistance with coordinating your celebration, including working with the in-house catering and bartending teams. Our staff can take care of setting up your chosen space, bringing your vision to life.

The Port Watson Mini-Conference Center is the premier venue for gatherings in the Cortland area. Located just minutes from historic downtown Cortland this family-owned business is centrally located between Syracuse, Ithaca, and Binghamton. Three indoor event spaces are available for rent, suitable to host anything from small intimate gatherings to large weddings of up to 100 guests. Our newest addition, the pavilion, is our outdoor venue perfect for weddings looking to take advantage of the warmer weather. Each room is entirely customizable to your needs and for your convenience, all tables and chairs are included in your rental.

If your dream wedding includes stunning vineyard and lake views, delicious wine, and farm-to-table cusine, you've come to the right place. Our venue in the heart of Finger Lakes Wine Country offers all of the above, plus the convenience of an onsite wedding coordinator and overnight accommodations. Receptions are held at Veraisons Restaurant within the Inn at Glenora, our thirty room Inn, and ceremonies take place outside beneath a wooden arbor with Seneca Lake and vineyards as the backdrop.

Homestead Blessings is a beautifully restored barn, conveniently located outside of the lovely Corning, NY. Our venue is designed for couples looking to celebrate their wedding all weekend long surrounded by the people they love the most.

The Black Barn is where the forest will write your love story. A stunning black barn surrounded by 45 acres of old world forest. A rustic gathering pavilion, three glamping sites and luxury RV. Moss, Firefly's and wildflowers just add to the experience.

The Meadow is a four-season venue on Seneca Lake. Home to Vineyard View Winery’s Seneca Lake tasting room, our 100-person event space can be expanded during the warmer seasons to host up to 170 people in an indoor-outdoor experience. Located on the shores of Seneca Lake, our space offers sweeping lake views, stunning fields of flowers, and optional experiences to spend time with the Sweet Farm Rescued Animal Ambassadors.

Our farm is open to hosting weddings & other special events. We have two picturesque ponds that are perfect for your ceremony. Our newly remodeled barn & large all-peak event tent can hold the reception and/or ceremony. Our grounds are very spacious & we have plenty of room to spread out. We have a beautiful farmhouse on the property that is available to rent for the weekend of your event!

At The Inn at Waneta, we’re more than just a destination; we’re a celebration of sophistication, set against the stunning backdrop of tranquil waters. Our newly unveiled inn combines modern comfort with the serene beauty of waterfront living. Step into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Our newly unveiled inn invites you to experience a harmonious blend of contemporary luxury and the tranquil beauty that surrounds us. The allure of our setting is not just about a place; it’s an immersive celebration of the finer things in life. As you venture outdoors, discover a unique, enchanting space to elevate your experience. Gather around the fire pit, share stories, and revel in the warmth of camaraderie against the backdrop of our picturesque lake.

This storybook and historic Sherwood Hotel offers the perfect setting for weddings, banquets, reunions, and special events. A magical location in the setting of Greene, New York, just 20 miles from Norwich and 20 miles from Binghamton.

Imagine a collection of historic inns, restored to luxury, with beautiful balconies and porches overlooking pristine Cayuga Lake. Picture sweeping lawns that roll down to the water’s edge, where the sun sets each night in a riot of golden hues. Add exquisite artwork, from-scratch meals, and all of the on-site assistance you never knew you needed. Visit and see why we’ve been hailed by BRIDES as the “perfect place for a weekend wedding” and by Country Living as “America’s best-kept secret.”

There is no place more beautiful than the Finger Lakes, and we are excited to bring a destination to the community where people can come together to enjoy each other, laugh and sip delicious artisan spirits. The venue also offers a tasting room with seating for 84 inside, a wall of full glass accordion doors that open to an outdoor balcony that seats 60, all with spectacular scenic lake views, and is well appointed with a full bar, whiskey barrel sinks in the restrooms, a viewing window of the still, and an aged tin ceiling that sets the space apart from others. The new 4992-square foot Finger Lakes venue features a state-of-the-art distilling room that is highlighted by a custom-built, 500-gallon copper, two-stage hybrid pot still/ reflux column still from HBS Copper, the commercial division of Hillbilly Stills in Tennessee.

Are you looking for your dream wedding. A special place to also have your Birthday party, or Graduation. In the hills of western Chenango County, you will find the charming little town of McDonough, NY embraced by state forests, sprinkled with country homes and a perfect barn for your event. The 100-year-old barn maintains a truly unique feel and timeless history. It sits overlooking the natural rolling hills which is a flawless backdrop to any special event. This small farm is perfect for intimate events. The property has a variety of spaces to move between including the Barn, and the side field. This venue can serve a maximum occupancy of 100 of your guests.

We're more than just a wedding venue. When you choose Arlington Acres, you're continuing the 150 year tradition of creating memories on our family farm. From your first tour, you'll notice the difference in the care, passion and personal attention we provide all our couples.

We are hoping to create a memorable experience in our extraordinary setting. We are located at the beautiful historic old Sinclair Chair Factory built in 1871 on Skaneateles Creek. With gorgeous views and attention to historic detail, our goal is to produce a unique setting to create memories of a lifetime. Guests have all day access, will be the only event occurring in our facility that day, and have 100% of our attention! We are only 1.9 miles from the center of Skaneateles village. The village offers a multitude of attractions with many great eateries, bars, clothing stores, antique shops and more. Also, the lake provides a great opportunity for fun activities with friends and family.

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!

Nestled in this rich, historic landscape, Springside Inn continues to offer the best of Finger Lakes' atmosphere and hospitality. Springside Inn is located across the road from the western shore of Owasco Lake, one of the Finger Lakes. Every event held at Springside Inn is guaranteed to be as unique and unforgettable as the couple being celebrated.

The Cathedral Room is a former Gothic Church re-purposed for special events! It is the perfect venue for weddings, receptions, and large parties. For smaller gatherings, we suggest The Gathering Room a warm and welcoming space located at the same location

Centrally Located in Auburn, NY in the Heart of the Finger Lakes and Wine Country. We would love to host your family and friends as they celebrate this joyous moment in your life with you! The Holiday Inn Auburn ~ Finger Lakes, would love for you to consider us as the host of your upcoming shower, rehearsal dinner, overnight guest rooms and wedding reception! Ease your mind, relax, and allow us to take care of each and every detail of your special day. On-site Burger Theory restaurant and lounge, comfortable and welcoming atrium, and sparkling indoor pool, we have something to offer all of your guests for any of your very important events! Each package includes passed and displayed hors d’oeuvres, fresh garden salad, and several plated and buffet menu options. Exceptional customer service is our ultimate goal. Weddings to remember and a night you truly can enjoy are waiting for you at the Holiday Inn Auburn ~ Finger Lakes!

Your intimate event at Mirbeau is in the storybook village of Skaneateles, the grand entrance to the Finger Lakes wine region. It’s easy to see why a wedding meant to be authentically shared would be perfect in this setting. With the industry currently trending towards even smaller "Micro" Weddings or elopements we are so happy to now offer our couples a Mirbeau exclusive Elopement Package! Weddings held at Mirbeau Inn and Spa are guaranteed to be unique, charming, and elegant. Understanding that wedding planning can be stressful, the venue provides each couple with a coordinator that will help them through the whole planning process and the day of the event.