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.”

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.

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.

A newly renovated, historic venue nestled in the heart of the Genesee Valley. The Hillcrest Estate is an elegant 120 acre property in Western New York. Built in 1899, "the mansion in the woods" has had the privilege to host a variety of events and entertained several guests, including Theodore Roosevelt, Mark Twain and Ethel Barrymore.

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.

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 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!

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.

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.

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!

This historic treasure was the summer home of the renowned Knox Family until it was purchased by NYS to be enjoyed as a state park. The Colonial Revival style home was designed by Architects Frank Bell Meade and James Montgomery Hamilton in a simple classic design which exudes restrained elegance. The two story Mansion is 14,000 square feet and sits on 633 acres. The first floor rooms offer unparalleled grace and charm which are used for events, with ancillary rooms upstairs. This unique venue can be rented May through October; it is closed for the winter months. The Mansion at Knox Farm is the perfect setting to create the wedding of your dreams. Plan a delightful afternoon garden party or an elegant affair with all the trimmings.... It's your day and your dream. To bring your vision to reality, we offer you the ability to choose from a host of local vendors to suit your personal style. We want you to experience a magical day full of cherished memories.