The Best Aquarium & Zoo Wedding Venues in Riverside, CT

The Best Aquarium & Zoo Wedding Venues in Riverside, CT

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4 Wedding Venues in Riverside, CT

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Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo 

5.0

Bridgeport, CT
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,000

Choosing the right location for your wedding is one of the most important and often the most challenging decisions to make. Let your imagination run wild at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo! Celebrate your special event in one of three unique spaces, including our Victorian Greenhouse, rustic Hanson Building or large Carousel Building with an indoor working carousel. Whether it’s your ceremony, reception, or rehearsal dinner, we are sure to have a venue to meet your wedding vision!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Rustic-chic setting
  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe
  • Wheelchair accessible

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
  • Does not have a dance floor
“We had a beautiful wedding at the greenhouse of the Beardsley Zoo. The GlowWild light festival in the evening simply added to the magic of the event. The coordinators were wonderful in helping us set up and organize everything. If I had one piece of constructive feedback, it would just be that the head coordinator, Lindsay, was sometimes tricky to get in contact with via telephone for things like making our deposit and final payment for the venue.”
Amanda L., a year ago
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Atlantis Banquets & Events 

5.0

Riverhead, NY
  • Up to 350 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $139

Atlantis Banquets & Events can accommodate your wedding for 50 to 350 guests in one of nine diverse locations including the modern and beautiful Sea Star Ballroom with sweeping views of the Treasure Cove Resort Marina and Peconic River. The Coliseum Room is another perfect venue located within the Long Island Aquarium, which houses our most captivating and colorful aquatic habitats. Your ceremony can take place outside, in the Riverside Pavilion just on the banks of the river, or in the Grand Foyer of the Sea Star Ballroom, with beautiful marble features and a stunning Chihuly-inspired glass chandelier. An event like no other, only Atlantis Banquets & Events can bring the element of nature to your wedding with photo sessions including our penguins, sea lions, sharks or within our indoor and always tropical Butterfly Garden.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No built-in audiovisual options
  • Does not allow pets
“From our initial tour of the venue, we knew that Atlantis Banquets and Events was where we wanted to have our wedding. If you are looking for an incredibly unique experience, this is it: The venue overlooks the water so guests were able to watch the sunset over the water during cocktail hour, and then, everyone moved inside to the Long Island Aquarium where they were able to dance and dine amongst the fish tanks. The aquarium transformed that evening into what felt like an enchanting underwater forest. Atlantis has an in-house caterer, and the food was exquisite. We received comments from guests who are notoriously picky eaters, and they said this was the first wedding where they’ve been able to eat (and enjoy) the food! There was a huge team working the evening of our wedding, and they kept everything running smoothly. The staff were all incredibly professional and kind throughout the night. We worked with Joan and Bryan throughout the planning process, and they were absolutely wonderful. They were responsive, detailed, and helpful throughout the year as we planned and finalized event details. They also helped us coordinate our after party AND our hotel block (both within a few steps of the venue). I truly think Atlantis Banquets and Events, and the Long Island Aquarium, is a hidden gem of event venues on Long Island. The location is stunning and conveniently located in downtown Riverhead, the venue is so unique and beautiful, the food is delicious, and the staff is wonderful. Take a tour of the venue – You won’t regret it!”
Christy W., 2 months ago
The Capitol Theatre 
Port Chester, NY
  • Up to 2000 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $2,500

A legendary rock palace that transforms into a vibrant wedding venue. Say "I do" on the same stage where Janis Joplin, Pink Floyd and the Grateful Dead performed iconic concerts. Unique. Romantic. Rockstar.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides event staff
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Classic seating dinner

Venue considerations

  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • No venue-provided food services
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Pinstripes Norwalk 
Norwalk, CT
  • Up to 1200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Are you looking for a private event venue to host your next corporate event, wedding reception, Holiday party, or birthday party? Pinstripes provides the perfect event space to meet whatever your party or group event needs! We offer a variety of flexible room sizes, awesome menu options, and fun group activities including bowling and bocce ball. Our Norwalk, Connecticut location offers a unique variety of entertainment and events every day of the week. Enjoy our made-from-scratch Italian-American cuisine during Sunday Brunch with the family, happy hour after work, or a night of bowling and bocce.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Offers full-service amenities
  • Feels like a getaway

Venue considerations

  • No free parking
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Does not allow pets

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About wedding venues in Riverside, CT

How much do wedding venues typically cost in Riverside, CT?

The cost of a wedding venue varies widely by location, number of guests, and many other details of the wedding package. Riverside, CT offers a range of options that can fit most budgets. Raw venue space rentals (which only include the space itself) start at $475 and average $3,600. All-inclusive packages start at $165 and average $6,000.

What types of venues can I find in Riverside, CT?

Riverside offers a wide range of venues, including Ballroom, Park and garden and Historic estate.

What are some of the best wedding and reception venues available in Riverside, CT?

Some of the most popular venues in this area include The Waveny House, The Waters Edge at Giovanni's and The Candlewood Inn. But just like finding "the one," finding the perfect wedding venue takes time and a little bit of magic. Start by envisioning your dream wedding - the ambiance, style, and location. Then, explore our extensive collection of carefully curated wedding venues. Our marketplace provides detailed information, stunning photos, and real couples' reviews to help you make an informed decision. Trust your instincts, and when you find that venue that gives you butterflies, you'll know it's the one.

What questions should I ask when booking a venue in Riverside, CT?

It all depends on what you're looking for, but you may want to consider things like whether the venue has an on-site bridal suite (72% in Riverside do) or whether the venue provides an event coordinator (69% in Riverside do!).

Additionally, some venues work with certain caterers and require a minimum food and beverage spend in addition to the space rentals. Others might have a recommended list of preferred caterers that they'd like you to work with.

Can the venues in Riverside, CT accommodate both small and large weddings?

Of course! Small wedding venues in Riverside, CT can host intimate parties while large venues can accommodate up to 1200. The average venue in Riverside can seat 100 guests.

What amenities do the reception venues in Riverside, CT offer?

The venues in Riverside, CT are known for the exceptional suite of services and amenities offered to couples and their wedding parties. The most common services provided are Wi-Fi, Wheelchair accessible and Dance floor. Some venues even offer Transportation!

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