Affordable Wedding Venues on Long Island

Related: see our newer guide on Long Island Waterfront Wedding Venues With Prices.

Based on published pricing from venues in The Blu List database. Last updated May 2026.

Long Island wedding venues range from $110 per person at all-inclusive catering halls to $25,000+ site fees at historic estates. The majority of couples getting married on Long Island spend between $120 and $165 per person for a full-service venue — which works out to roughly $18,000–$33,000 for 150 guests before flowers, photography, or a DJ.

That's still cheaper than most of Manhattan, and the value-per-dollar is genuinely better: larger spaces, included catering packages, on-site parking, and waterfront views that cost a premium in the city.

The Short Answer

Long Island's most affordable full-service wedding venues start around $110–$130 per person, with flat-fee minimums on some properties starting at $12,000–$13,000. At those price points you're typically looking at a catering-hall-style venue with a banquet package, not a raw rental. Venues requiring a food-and-beverage minimum tend to be more cost-transparent than those quoting per-person rates — what you see is closer to what you pay.

For couples with 100–150 guests and a realistic all-in budget under $40,000, Long Island is one of the most competitive wedding markets in the New York metro area.

How Long Island Venues Price Themselves

Most Long Island venues bundle catering into their pricing rather than charging a separate venue rental fee. That means the "starting price" is usually a per-person food-and-beverage minimum or a flat event minimum — not a room rental on top of which you'd pay catering separately.

Price Tier	Range	Venues in Our Database	What's Typically Included
Budget	$110–$130/pp or $12K–$13K minimum	5	Full catering package, bar, tables/chairs, basic staff
Mid-Range	$130–$165/pp or $13K–$19K minimum	5	Above + upgraded menus, dedicated coordinator, waterfront or garden setting
Premium	$165–$250/pp or $19K–$25K+ minimum	4	Estate or historic property, exclusive use, premium bar, enhanced décor
Site-Fee Only	$25,000+ flat fee	1	Venue rental only; catering contracted separately

Venues with no published pricing in our database (Crest Hollow, East Wind, The Somerley, Harbor Club at Prime, Bridgeview Yacht Club, Mansion at West Sayville, The Garden City Hotel, Russo's On The Bay) require direct inquiry. That doesn't mean they're expensive — it means their pricing is negotiated based on guest count, date, and season.

What You Get at Each Price Point

Budget: $110–$130 per person or $12,000–$13,000 flat minimum

Giorgio's Catering starts at $110/person and holds 300+ guests. It carries a 5.0 rating on The Knot across 161 reviews and has won 14 awards — unusually strong for a venue at this price point. If you need a large headcount and want to keep per-person costs low, this is one of the few places on Long Island where that math works cleanly.

The Inn at New Hyde Park starts at $120/person with capacity for 300+. 4.8 stars, 309 reviews, 13-time award winner. For a venue at this price, the review volume and consistency are notable. This is a high-production catering hall — expect ballroom-style rooms, coordinated service, and a proven wedding machine.

Swan Club On The Harbor starts at $130/person, also 300+ capacity, 4.6 stars across 196 reviews. The harbor setting gives you waterfront access at a budget-tier per-person rate, which is rare.

Leonard's Palazzo starts at $12,000 flat (not per-person), accommodates 300+. 4.7 stars, 195 reviews, 7-time award winner. The flat-minimum model means small weddings pay proportionally less — useful if your guest list is closer to 80–100.

Bellport Country Club starts at $13,000 flat, 5.0 stars across 196 reviews, 15-time award winner. Highest-rated venue in the database at this price point. Country club setting on the South Shore, outdoor event space included.

Mid-Range: $130–$165 per person or up to $19,000 flat minimum

The Royalton Mansion starts at $13,000, holds 201–250 guests, 5.0 stars across 119 reviews, 12-time award winner. A mansion setting at a flat-minimum price — that combination is relatively unusual. Responds quickly according to The Knot badge data.

Sea Cliff Manor starts at $165/person for 201–250 guests. 5.0 stars, 155 reviews, 9-time award winner. North Shore location with outdoor event space. At $165/person for 200 guests, your venue and catering bill runs approximately $33,000 before add-ons.

Jericho Terrace starts at $19,000 flat for 101–150 guests. 4.8 stars, 196 reviews, 5-time award winner. The $19,000 floor is higher than others in this tier, but it caps at 150 guests — making the per-person math reasonable for a mid-size wedding.

Premium: $165–$250+ per person or $19,000–$25,000+ flat

NYIT de Seversky Mansion starts at $25,000 and holds 101–150 guests. 4.9 stars, 118 reviews. This is a historic Gold Coast estate — the site fee covers the property, not catering. Budget accordingly: $25,000 is the floor, not the all-in number.

At this tier you're paying for exclusivity, architecture, and grounds. The Somerley (201–250 guests, 4.6 stars, 173 reviews) and Harbor Club at Prime (151–200 guests, 5.0 stars, 171 reviews) don't publish pricing but consistently appear in premium searches — both worth inquiring with if you want a polished venue without a catering-hall feel.

What Drives the Price Up

Day of week: Saturday rates run 20–30% higher than Friday or Sunday at most Long Island venues. Some flat-minimum venues drop to $8,000–$10,000 for off-peak Sundays.
Guest count: Per-person pricing means every addition is a direct cost. Going from 150 to 200 guests at $140/person adds $7,000.
Season: May–October is peak on Long Island. January–March can reduce minimums by 15–25% at some properties.
Bar package tier: Well vs. premium open bar typically adds $15–$30/person. Several Long Island venues require the premium tier on Saturdays.
Exclusive use: Some venues (particularly mansions and clubs) charge more for exclusive buyouts. Others include it by default.
Ceremony fee: Most catering halls charge an additional $1,500–$3,500 to use an on-site ceremony space. Budget-tier venues sometimes waive this for larger packages.
Parking and shuttle: Free parking is standard on Long Island — a real difference from NYC venues that add $15–$25/person in valet fees.

Three Realistic Budget Scenarios

Scenario 1: 120 guests, under $25,000 all-in for venue and catering

Giorgio's Catering at $110/person: $13,200 for food and beverage. Add a ceremony fee of ~$2,000 and a bar upgrade of $15/person ($1,800) and you're at roughly $17,000. That leaves $8,000 for flowers, DJ, and photography — tight, but workable if you've priced those vendors. Browse Long Island wedding vendors on The Blu List to check current rates.

Scenario 2: 175 guests, $30,000–$40,000 venue budget, some polish required

The Royalton Mansion at a $13,000 floor for up to 250 guests. At 175 guests with a mid-tier package, expect $20,000–$24,000 all-in for venue and catering. The mansion setting reduces what you need to spend on décor. Total wedding budget for this scenario likely lands around $38,000–$45,000 using the Wedding Budget Calculator.

Scenario 3: 200 guests, $45,000–$55,000 total wedding budget, waterfront preferred

Sea Cliff Manor at $165/person for 200 guests: $33,000 for venue and catering. North Shore waterfront, 5.0 Knot rating, outdoor event space. Remaining budget of $12,000–$22,000 covers photography ($3,500–$5,500), DJ ($2,000–$3,500), flowers ($3,000–$6,000), and officiant/cake/miscellaneous. This is a realistic, fully realized wedding without significant compromise.

Featured Venues by Type

Catering Halls (Highest Value per Dollar)

Best for larger guest counts with full-service packages. Giorgio's Catering, The Inn at New Hyde Park, and Leonard's Palazzo are the strongest options with published pricing.

Country Clubs

Bellport Country Club and Crest Hollow Country Club offer club settings with outdoor event space. Bellport's 5.0 rating across 196 reviews and 15 award wins make it the standout in this category.

Waterfront

Swan Club On The Harbor ($130/person, harbor views), Russo's On The Bay (no published price, 4.9 stars), and Bridgeview Yacht Club (5.0 stars, 12 award wins) are the top waterfront options. Bridgeview doesn't publish pricing but its 141-review track record and 12 awards put it on any shortlist.

Historic Estates and Mansions

NYIT de Seversky Mansion ($25,000 site fee) and The Royalton Mansion ($13,000 minimum) represent two ends of the estate category. De Seversky is a Gold Coast landmark; The Royalton offers the mansion aesthetic at a lower entry point.

Hotels

The Garden City Hotel (4.9 stars, 132 reviews, 10 award wins) is the only hotel property in the database and doesn't publish event pricing. Hotels typically bundle room blocks with wedding packages — worth asking about if out-of-town guests are a factor.

How to Find the Right Venue

Lock in your guest count first. Most Long Island venues price per person or have capacity minimums. A guest list of 80 opens up different options than a list of 250.
Decide on catering model. Full-service catering halls (Inn at New Hyde Park, Giorgio's, Leonard's) bundle everything. Estates like de Seversky Mansion require you to bring your own caterer. Know which you want before you inquire — the contracts look very different.
Compare flat-fee vs. per-person pricing. Bellport ($13,000 flat) and Leonard's ($12,000 flat) can be significantly cheaper for smaller weddings than per-person venues that have 100-guest minimums.
Ask about off-peak discounts directly. Most Long Island venues don't publish Sunday or winter pricing. A 15–25% reduction is common and worth a 10-minute call.
Request a full itemized quote, not just a starting price. Ask what's included: ceremony space, cocktail hour, cake cutting fee, parking, coat check, overtime rate. Hidden fees are more common at catering halls than at flat-fee properties.
Browse all Long Island wedding venues in The Blu List directory to filter by guest count, type, and price range.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of a wedding venue on Long Island?

Based on published pricing in our database, most full-service Long Island wedding venues run $110–$165 per person for catering-inclusive packages, or $12,000–$19,000 in flat minimums. For a 150-guest wedding, that's roughly $16,500–$24,750 for venue and catering combined — before photography, flowers, or music.

Are Long Island wedding venues cheaper than New York City?

Generally, yes — and you typically get more for the money. Larger spaces, free parking, and outdoor event space are standard on Long Island. NYC venues frequently charge $200–$350+ per person and add valet or coat-check fees on top.

What's the cheapest time of year to get married on Long Island?

January through March is the slowest season. Many venues reduce flat minimums or per-person rates by 15–25% during this period. Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons also carry lower rates year-round at most properties.

Do Long Island venues include catering, or is it separate?

Most do. The catering-hall model dominates Long Island — venues like Giorgio's, The Inn at New Hyde Park, Bellport Country Club, and Swan Club bundle food, bar, and service into their pricing. Historic estates like NYIT de Seversky Mansion are the exception: they charge a site fee and require you to hire a separate caterer.

How far in advance should I book a Long Island wedding venue?

For a Saturday in May–October, 12–18 months is standard for the most popular venues. Several venues in our database — including The Inn at New Hyde Park (309 reviews) and Bellport Country Club (196 reviews) — have high booking volume and limited Saturday availability in peak season. Off-peak dates and Sundays can often be booked with 6–9 months' lead time.

Pricing sourced from published venue listings in The Blu List database, current as of May 2026. Per-person rates reflect food and beverage minimums; actual costs vary by package and guest count. Related reading: Average Cost of a Wedding in New York 2026 · Long Island Wedding DJ Costs · Browse all Long Island wedding venues