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About This Vendor
About This Vendor
Romantic Garden Wedding Venue
Celebrate at Snug Harbor is an idyllic wedding venue located in Staten Island, NY. Boasting 83 acres of land, this venue offers flourishing gardens and landscapes alongside their historically designed indoor spaces. Its breathtaking backdrops and dedicated onsite team will be sure to make your special day into an unforgettable celebration. The versatile grounds at Celebrate at Snug Harbor can host an array of events, from intimate micro-weddings to extravagant celebrations with up to 350 guests. During your big day, you will be free to explore all the botanical gardens that the venue offers. The Tuscan Garden can accommodate up to 250 guests among the manicured topiaries, water features, and dutifully maintained topiaries. In the Chinese Scholar Garden, couples can stroll along the bridges and walkways, and take photos among the peaceful koi ponds and breathtaking architecture. Vibrant blooms, hedge mazes, and tree-lined pathways are present throughout the grounds, to give your ceremony, first look, or photo sessions a visually-rich background. For vintage-style indoor receptions, you will be free to use their largest ballroom, the Great Hall. Elegant chandeliers hang from its 40-foot-high ceilings, while large Palladian windows cover events with plenty of natural light. In addition, the Tented Pavilion features delicate drapery, elegant chandeliers, and an unobstructed view of the flourishing gardens. The onsite team of event planners will work closely with you, and help you organize and design the wedding of your dreams. Celebrate at Snug Harbor welcomes couples from all walks of life, and will customize their packages to match your specific needs and wants. The catering staff will customize your menu, to incorporate your favorite cuisines and flavors during your event.
Amenities & Details
Ceremony Area, Covered Outdoors Space, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest CapacityUp to 300
Ceremony Types Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Service Staff
SettingsBallroom, Castle, Garden, Historic Venue, Museum, Park, Tented
Business AttributesWoman-owned Business
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Celebrate at Snug Harbor Reviews
Victoria Huang (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We had visited and spoken with several other venues prior to Snug Harbor, but from the moment we toured the grounds and met with the Celebrate team, we knew we had found our venue.Our very first phone call and subsequent tour with Josephine were easygoing yet professional, and she took the time to get to know us and answer all of our many questions. We never felt pressured or rushed, and it was a breath of fresh air when compared to some of the more sterile or generic conversations we experienced. This would be true for all of our correspondence with the Celebrate team, and we always felt like we were in good hands. On the day of our wedding, they were there to hype us up, calm our nerves, and remind us to eat, reassuring us that there was nothing to worry about.Our guests also raved about the food. Food was an extremely important factor for us when choosing our venue, and Relish Catering exceeded our expectations. The quality of food was incredible, and there was such a great variety of options to choose from when deciding our menu.Finally, regarding the space itself — it is simply beautiful. The grounds at Snug Harbor are unique and truly special. As a Chinese American couple, we were especially drawn to the Chinese Scholar Garden (the pictures do not do it justice!), and Snug Harbor was the perfect venue for us to honor both our cultures. We had an outdoor wedding, starting with our ceremony in the breathtaking Tuscan Garden, followed by cocktail hour at the Chinese Scholar Garden. Our reception took place in the Tented Pavilion, and there was ample space for our 145 guests to dance, socialize, or play lawn games. Although we were very fortunate to have great weather on the day of our wedding (June 10, 2023), it was also important for us to have a fallback option available for inclement weather, and we were relieved that we would be allowed to utilize their indoor spaces - also very beautiful - if needed. Overall, we would definitely recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor. We had an extraordinary wedding day, and it would not have been possible without the Celebrate team. Special shoutout to Jessica and Josephine, who were with us every step of the way!
Reviewed on 03-07-2023
We had visited and spoken with several other venues prior to Snug Harbor, but from the moment we toured the grounds and met with the Celebrate team, we knew we had found our venue.Our very first phone call and subsequent tour with Josephine were easygoing yet professional, and she took the time to get to know us and answer all of our many questions. We never felt pressured or rushed, and it was a breath of fresh air when compared to some of the more sterile or generic conversations we experienced. This would be true for all of our correspondence with the Celebrate team, and we always felt like we were in good hands. On the day of our wedding, they were there to hype us up, calm our nerves, and remind us to eat, reassuring us that there was nothing to worry about.Our guests also raved about the food. Food was an extremely important factor for us when choosing our venue, and Relish Catering exceeded our expectations. The quality of food was incredible, and there was such a great variety of options to choose from when deciding our menu.Finally, regarding the space itself — it is simply beautiful. The grounds at Snug Harbor are unique and truly special. As a Chinese American couple, we were especially drawn to the Chinese Scholar Garden (the pictures do not do it justice!), and Snug Harbor was the perfect venue for us to honor both our cultures. We had an outdoor wedding, starting with our ceremony in the breathtaking Tuscan Garden, followed by cocktail hour at the Chinese Scholar Garden. Our reception took place in the Tented Pavilion, and there was ample space for our 145 guests to dance, socialize, or play lawn games. Although we were very fortunate to have great weather on the day of our wedding (June 10, 2023), it was also important for us to have a fallback option available for inclement weather, and we were relieved that we would be allowed to utilize their indoor spaces - also very beautiful - if needed. Overall, we would definitely recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor. We had an extraordinary wedding day, and it would not have been possible without the Celebrate team. Special shoutout to Jessica and Josephine, who were with us every step of the way!
Reviewed on 03-07-2023
Kerri Bilotti-Murphy (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We loved our wedding at Snug Harbor. Josephine & Jessica were thorough and very professional taking away a lot of the stress and anxiety that comes with a wedding day. We had two in person meetings, one in the beginning and one shortly before the wedding, and constant email contact. They made sure to have every single detail that was needed for the big day. We ran into 0 problems the day of the wedding (not that we know of at least, which is even nicer) thanks to them. Our bridal attendant the day of, Alva, was an angel. She helped me cheer up about the rain “ruining” the day. She was incredibly helpful when we were getting our pictures done making sure to have umbrellas for us and helping me hold my dress to make sure it didn’t get wet or dirty. The day went smoothly with little worry on our end thanks to the team at Snug Harbor. I would talk more on the grounds but I feel like that beauty speaks for itself.
Reviewed on 13-12-2023
We loved our wedding at Snug Harbor. Josephine & Jessica were thorough and very professional taking away a lot of the stress and anxiety that comes with a wedding day. We had two in person meetings, one in the beginning and one shortly before the wedding, and constant email contact. They made sure to have every single detail that was needed for the big day. We ran into 0 problems the day of the wedding (not that we know of at least, which is even nicer) thanks to them. Our bridal attendant the day of, Alva, was an angel. She helped me cheer up about the rain “ruining” the day. She was incredibly helpful when we were getting our pictures done making sure to have umbrellas for us and helping me hold my dress to make sure it didn’t get wet or dirty. The day went smoothly with little worry on our end thanks to the team at Snug Harbor. I would talk more on the grounds but I feel like that beauty speaks for itself.
Reviewed on 13-12-2023
Ariana Storniolo (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We had a rainy day for our wedding but Snug Harbor really came through! We had it under the tented pavilion and they assured us everything would be fine - and it was! We had a truly magical night, and the food was BEYOND excellent (everyone finished their meals and complimented it). I still am daydreaming about it. Jessica, the special events coordinator, was a sweetheart to work with and made my life so much easier. She really was on our side and I loved talking with her. And the staff was excellent too. Overall, 5/5 stars! Thank you so much Snug Harbor for a once in a lifetime memory we will cherish forever.
Reviewed on 09-11-2023
We had a rainy day for our wedding but Snug Harbor really came through! We had it under the tented pavilion and they assured us everything would be fine - and it was! We had a truly magical night, and the food was BEYOND excellent (everyone finished their meals and complimented it). I still am daydreaming about it. Jessica, the special events coordinator, was a sweetheart to work with and made my life so much easier. She really was on our side and I loved talking with her. And the staff was excellent too. Overall, 5/5 stars! Thank you so much Snug Harbor for a once in a lifetime memory we will cherish forever.
Reviewed on 09-11-2023
Candace Cruz (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I were in search of a venue that had the following: -didn’t require a headcount over 100-under $225 per person-cocktail hour and open bar -on Staten Island -an indoor/outdoor feel-allowed to bring our own vendors-not a fancy fancy big hallThe tented pavilion fit our needs perfectly! We were able to do a Sunday wedding on a holiday weekend with 75 people. The space was and indoor outdoor feel, with the availability to bring our own vendors and customize the event as much as possible. PROS: Super affordable - We were do our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception all inside the tent for 75 people and the total cost was around $15,000. UNBELIEVABLE food & drinks - we were able to customize our menu options and the food was out of this world. Super plentiful, and we incredible presentation! Our guests couldnt stop raving about it. AMAZING staff- Jessica and Josephine are incredible coordinators who guided me through every single step in the process. So responsive and helpful. The wait staff was spot on with super fast and attentive service. Our guests were soo happy!!Lots of perks are included - wedding cake from Palermos bakery (best cake we ever had!! Our guests loved it!), signature drink, valet parking, free vendor meals if using their reccomendations, getting ready suites, day of coordinator, bridal attendant, company is willing to help with simple signage, menus etc. CONS- The venue need some updates - even after verifying prior, the concrete floor of the tent was not power washed. My wedding dress was black with dirt by the time I walked down the aisle to the alter. The floor was so dirty, I had to throw out my white wedding shoes after (they were also black with dirt) Also, the benches were not cleaned prior, which was disappointing.No valet - Valet is supposedly included, however they were no where to be found the day of my wedding. My guest knew where to park, but there was no valet or personnel to guide them where to go. There were no signage as promised to tell people where our event was, everyone got lost. Leaking bathroom- the bathrooms are like campsite bathrooms, very dated but we were okay with them. The weekend of our wedding poured and the room by the bathroom was completely FLOODED, water leaking from the ceiling and flooding the floors. It was unusable, and looked terrible considering it was part of the venue space, and we couldn’t put any decor in there. It was a blank empty wet room the entire night.Staff attire- Although the staff was incredible, their attire lacked professionalism. Key staff persons that were consistently in my photos or on the floor infront of our guests were in sneakers, one in a bright yellow sweatsuit, wearing a tshirt. This wasn’t a dealbreaker to me, but something that may discourage other brides on their formal wedding day. Set up - I was a DIY bride but keep in mind that this venue does not help set up any decor. You will need to have vendors come and set up, and if anything is brought beforehand you need to trek your items to the tent. Our wedding was the BEST DAY EVER!!!! Regardless of the rainy weather and the cons mentioned above, we simply had the most perfect day ever! Thank you to Celebrate staff for making it so special.
Reviewed on 05-11-2023
My husband and I were in search of a venue that had the following: -didn’t require a headcount over 100-under $225 per person-cocktail hour and open bar -on Staten Island -an indoor/outdoor feel-allowed to bring our own vendors-not a fancy fancy big hallThe tented pavilion fit our needs perfectly! We were able to do a Sunday wedding on a holiday weekend with 75 people. The space was and indoor outdoor feel, with the availability to bring our own vendors and customize the event as much as possible. PROS: Super affordable - We were do our ceremony, cocktail hour and reception all inside the tent for 75 people and the total cost was around $15,000. UNBELIEVABLE food & drinks - we were able to customize our menu options and the food was out of this world. Super plentiful, and we incredible presentation! Our guests couldnt stop raving about it. AMAZING staff- Jessica and Josephine are incredible coordinators who guided me through every single step in the process. So responsive and helpful. The wait staff was spot on with super fast and attentive service. Our guests were soo happy!!Lots of perks are included - wedding cake from Palermos bakery (best cake we ever had!! Our guests loved it!), signature drink, valet parking, free vendor meals if using their reccomendations, getting ready suites, day of coordinator, bridal attendant, company is willing to help with simple signage, menus etc. CONS- The venue need some updates - even after verifying prior, the concrete floor of the tent was not power washed. My wedding dress was black with dirt by the time I walked down the aisle to the alter. The floor was so dirty, I had to throw out my white wedding shoes after (they were also black with dirt) Also, the benches were not cleaned prior, which was disappointing.No valet - Valet is supposedly included, however they were no where to be found the day of my wedding. My guest knew where to park, but there was no valet or personnel to guide them where to go. There were no signage as promised to tell people where our event was, everyone got lost. Leaking bathroom- the bathrooms are like campsite bathrooms, very dated but we were okay with them. The weekend of our wedding poured and the room by the bathroom was completely FLOODED, water leaking from the ceiling and flooding the floors. It was unusable, and looked terrible considering it was part of the venue space, and we couldn’t put any decor in there. It was a blank empty wet room the entire night.Staff attire- Although the staff was incredible, their attire lacked professionalism. Key staff persons that were consistently in my photos or on the floor infront of our guests were in sneakers, one in a bright yellow sweatsuit, wearing a tshirt. This wasn’t a dealbreaker to me, but something that may discourage other brides on their formal wedding day. Set up - I was a DIY bride but keep in mind that this venue does not help set up any decor. You will need to have vendors come and set up, and if anything is brought beforehand you need to trek your items to the tent. Our wedding was the BEST DAY EVER!!!! Regardless of the rainy weather and the cons mentioned above, we simply had the most perfect day ever! Thank you to Celebrate staff for making it so special.
Reviewed on 05-11-2023
Daphne K (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
One of the best (if not the best!) decisions we made in our wedding planning process was to work with Celebrate at Snug Harbor! Josephine and Jessica were so wonderful, responsive, and supportive to work with - I truly couldn't have asked for a better team. On the wedding day, they were so efficient and got everything to run smoothly and on schedule. Our guests were awestruck by how gorgeous the venue is, and we received many compliments about the food, especially the incredible cocktail hour options! I am so happy we worked with Josephine and Jessica, and I couldn't recommend this place highly enough for a wedding or a special event!
Reviewed on 12-10-2023
One of the best (if not the best!) decisions we made in our wedding planning process was to work with Celebrate at Snug Harbor! Josephine and Jessica were so wonderful, responsive, and supportive to work with - I truly couldn't have asked for a better team. On the wedding day, they were so efficient and got everything to run smoothly and on schedule. Our guests were awestruck by how gorgeous the venue is, and we received many compliments about the food, especially the incredible cocktail hour options! I am so happy we worked with Josephine and Jessica, and I couldn't recommend this place highly enough for a wedding or a special event!
Reviewed on 12-10-2023
Molly Schwartz (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Snug Harbor is such a beautiful venue and the team there went out of their way to make our wedding so, so special. The Great Hall is gorgeous (even for a ceremony if you're rained out like we were), the food is fantastic, all the staff were so professional and friendly. We felt like we were in great hands. Recommend!!
Reviewed on 29-09-2023
Snug Harbor is such a beautiful venue and the team there went out of their way to make our wedding so, so special. The Great Hall is gorgeous (even for a ceremony if you're rained out like we were), the food is fantastic, all the staff were so professional and friendly. We felt like we were in great hands. Recommend!!
Reviewed on 29-09-2023
Jillian Feola (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Andrew and I had the most incredible experience celebrating our wedding at Snug Harbor, and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. From start to finish, our journey with Snug Harbor was marked by professionalism, attention to detail, and a genuine desire to make our special day absolutely perfect.The venue itself is a true gem. The moment we stepped onto the grounds, we were captivated by the serene beauty of the gardens and the historic charm of the buildings. Our guests were equally impressed, and many commented on the uniqueness of the setting. The carefully manicured landscapes provided the most picturesque backdrop for our ceremony and photos, making our day even more magical.The staff at Snug Harbor went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our wedding went off without a hitch. From the event coordinators to the catering team, everyone was dedicated, organized, and incredibly accommodating. They listened to our vision and executed it flawlessly, making sure that all our personal touches were incorporated seamlessly.Speaking of the catering, the food was an absolute delight. The menu options were diverse and catered to various tastes and dietary preferences. Our guests are still raving about the deliciousness of the dishes served during our reception. The presentation was as impeccable as the taste, which only added to the overall elegant ambiance of the event.What truly set Snug Harbor apart, aside from the stunning surroundings and excellent service, was the way they made us feel like family. It was evident that the team genuinely cared about making our day special, and that level of warmth and dedication made all the difference.In the end, our wedding at Snug Harbor was a dream come true. It was a day filled with love, joy, and unforgettable memories, all thanks to the incredible team and the beautiful venue they provided. If you're looking for a wedding venue that offers not only breathtaking aesthetics but also top-notch service, Snug Harbor should be at the top of your list. Our experience was nothing short of perfect, and we're forever grateful to everyone at Snug Harbor for making our wedding day so exceptional.With heartfelt gratitude,Jillian & Andrew
Reviewed on 24-08-2023
Andrew and I had the most incredible experience celebrating our wedding at Snug Harbor, and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. From start to finish, our journey with Snug Harbor was marked by professionalism, attention to detail, and a genuine desire to make our special day absolutely perfect.The venue itself is a true gem. The moment we stepped onto the grounds, we were captivated by the serene beauty of the gardens and the historic charm of the buildings. Our guests were equally impressed, and many commented on the uniqueness of the setting. The carefully manicured landscapes provided the most picturesque backdrop for our ceremony and photos, making our day even more magical.The staff at Snug Harbor went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our wedding went off without a hitch. From the event coordinators to the catering team, everyone was dedicated, organized, and incredibly accommodating. They listened to our vision and executed it flawlessly, making sure that all our personal touches were incorporated seamlessly.Speaking of the catering, the food was an absolute delight. The menu options were diverse and catered to various tastes and dietary preferences. Our guests are still raving about the deliciousness of the dishes served during our reception. The presentation was as impeccable as the taste, which only added to the overall elegant ambiance of the event.What truly set Snug Harbor apart, aside from the stunning surroundings and excellent service, was the way they made us feel like family. It was evident that the team genuinely cared about making our day special, and that level of warmth and dedication made all the difference.In the end, our wedding at Snug Harbor was a dream come true. It was a day filled with love, joy, and unforgettable memories, all thanks to the incredible team and the beautiful venue they provided. If you're looking for a wedding venue that offers not only breathtaking aesthetics but also top-notch service, Snug Harbor should be at the top of your list. Our experience was nothing short of perfect, and we're forever grateful to everyone at Snug Harbor for making our wedding day so exceptional.With heartfelt gratitude,Jillian & Andrew
Reviewed on 24-08-2023
Isabel Odean (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I got married at Snug Harbor in June 2023, and I honestly can't say enough positive things about our experience. First of all, the venue is absolutely beautiful. We had our ceremony in the Tuscan Garden, so I was able to live out some fantasies of an Italian wedding while still being in NYC, our cocktail hour in the Chinese Scholar Garden, and the reception in the Tented Pavilion. We got so many comments from our guests about how gorgeous the venue was, and truly unlike anything other place we've seen. It felt like we were really out of the city, while still being convenient for many of our guests. Apart from how beautiful it is, we worked with Jessica and Josephine throughout the process, and they were so helpful in answering all of our questions, and making me feel more relaxed during the process. On the day of, Jessica was absolutely incredible at handling logistics and making sure everything ran smoothly. We didn't use a wedding planner, but honestly between their help and the list of preferred vendors (all of whom were fantastic) it was really not necessary. Last but not least, the food! I had at least 10+ specifically reach out to comment on how good the food was. That wasn't something I was expecting from a venue that was all inclusive, but it was really super high quality and delicious. Overall, we had such a wonderful experience, and if you are looking for an easy and smooth experience, and if you want to get married in NYC but feel like you are in the country, Snug Harbor is the perfect spot.
Reviewed on 19-07-2023
My husband and I got married at Snug Harbor in June 2023, and I honestly can't say enough positive things about our experience. First of all, the venue is absolutely beautiful. We had our ceremony in the Tuscan Garden, so I was able to live out some fantasies of an Italian wedding while still being in NYC, our cocktail hour in the Chinese Scholar Garden, and the reception in the Tented Pavilion. We got so many comments from our guests about how gorgeous the venue was, and truly unlike anything other place we've seen. It felt like we were really out of the city, while still being convenient for many of our guests. Apart from how beautiful it is, we worked with Jessica and Josephine throughout the process, and they were so helpful in answering all of our questions, and making me feel more relaxed during the process. On the day of, Jessica was absolutely incredible at handling logistics and making sure everything ran smoothly. We didn't use a wedding planner, but honestly between their help and the list of preferred vendors (all of whom were fantastic) it was really not necessary. Last but not least, the food! I had at least 10+ specifically reach out to comment on how good the food was. That wasn't something I was expecting from a venue that was all inclusive, but it was really super high quality and delicious. Overall, we had such a wonderful experience, and if you are looking for an easy and smooth experience, and if you want to get married in NYC but feel like you are in the country, Snug Harbor is the perfect spot.
Reviewed on 19-07-2023
Jelo Flowers (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
As a floral design company, we have had the privilege of working on numerous weddings at Celebrate at Snug Harbor, and I am excited to share my experience. I would like to give special thanks to Josephine and Jessica, who have been incredibly helpful and made our work smoother and more organized. In a venue like Celebrate at Snug Harbor, which boasts multiple gardens, effective internal teamwork, and communication are essential for every event.Celebrate at Snug Harbor has a unique and enchanting natural countryside feel. It stands out from other venues, and you can easily tell why many couples love this place. The entire venue offers numerous picturesque spots, which is a significant plus for both guests and newlyweds.Over the past year, we have worked on wedding ceremonies in the White Garden and the Tuscan Garden. The White Garden features a vast and stunning lawn, while the Tuscan Garden has a touch of classical architectural design. The fountain in the Tuscan Garden leaves a lasting impression on guests.Let's talk about the Chinese Scholar Garden, which is the only Chinese-themed garden in New York. It is perfect for couples who appreciate Chinese culture. Cocktail hours are usually held there, and the designated vendor, Relish Catering, provides food and services.The Tented Pavilion serves as the primary reception venue. The food and tableware are all provided by Relish Catering. They pay great attention to detail when it comes to table settings and culinary presentations.In conclusion, we highly recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor. The attentive and dedicated staff, along with the stunning and uniquely styled venue, are truly impeccable. When you look back at the photographer's pictures, you will know that everything was absolutely worth it.
Reviewed on 18-07-2023
As a floral design company, we have had the privilege of working on numerous weddings at Celebrate at Snug Harbor, and I am excited to share my experience. I would like to give special thanks to Josephine and Jessica, who have been incredibly helpful and made our work smoother and more organized. In a venue like Celebrate at Snug Harbor, which boasts multiple gardens, effective internal teamwork, and communication are essential for every event.Celebrate at Snug Harbor has a unique and enchanting natural countryside feel. It stands out from other venues, and you can easily tell why many couples love this place. The entire venue offers numerous picturesque spots, which is a significant plus for both guests and newlyweds.Over the past year, we have worked on wedding ceremonies in the White Garden and the Tuscan Garden. The White Garden features a vast and stunning lawn, while the Tuscan Garden has a touch of classical architectural design. The fountain in the Tuscan Garden leaves a lasting impression on guests.Let's talk about the Chinese Scholar Garden, which is the only Chinese-themed garden in New York. It is perfect for couples who appreciate Chinese culture. Cocktail hours are usually held there, and the designated vendor, Relish Catering, provides food and services.The Tented Pavilion serves as the primary reception venue. The food and tableware are all provided by Relish Catering. They pay great attention to detail when it comes to table settings and culinary presentations.In conclusion, we highly recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor. The attentive and dedicated staff, along with the stunning and uniquely styled venue, are truly impeccable. When you look back at the photographer's pictures, you will know that everything was absolutely worth it.
Reviewed on 18-07-2023
Roemello Agjmurati (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2022
Celebrate Snug Harbor was an absolutely beautiful venue to have my wedding. My wife and I selected the package where our ceremony was hosted outside in the garden followed by a cocktail hour in a chinese scholars garden which was both unique and beautiful. We were concerned about having an outdoor wedding in the beginning of october but the entire time the staff and planners assured us about all the preparation that went into making sure we had a seamless wedding. I cannot recommend the staff enough for how attentive they were the day of and assisting my wife and I with making sure things were going according to plan and making sure we were fed because its so easy to forget to eat on your wedding day! Snug Harbor is the shining gem of Staten Island and absolutely worth getting married at.
Reviewed on 17-10-2022
Wedding Date 09-10-2022
Celebrate Snug Harbor was an absolutely beautiful venue to have my wedding. My wife and I selected the package where our ceremony was hosted outside in the garden followed by a cocktail hour in a chinese scholars garden which was both unique and beautiful. We were concerned about having an outdoor wedding in the beginning of october but the entire time the staff and planners assured us about all the preparation that went into making sure we had a seamless wedding. I cannot recommend the staff enough for how attentive they were the day of and assisting my wife and I with making sure things were going according to plan and making sure we were fed because its so easy to forget to eat on your wedding day! Snug Harbor is the shining gem of Staten Island and absolutely worth getting married at.
Reviewed on 17-10-2022
Roshani Udugampola (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2022
Overall the service was incredible the day of the wedding. I stepped in as wedding planner to my best friends. The ceremony was held in the garden, cocktail hour in the Chinese Zen Garden and the reception in the tented pavilion.Early on, due to movement, we did have difficulty organizing communication for payments and such. However, everything truly turned around and came together to perfection the day of all due to the great help of Jessica Martinez and Anaya who was the bridal attendant. The day of I could rely on both these women to help organize vendors and the bridal party. I really did not feel like I was alone in executing this wedding because of their assistance. The bridal suite doesn’t have the best AC. We had wished the AC was on prior to arrival. The grooms suite was just down the hall and was quite cramped compared to the bridal suite. It had no natural light and there weren’t enough stable places to hand suits. One thing we noticed was guests were not being directed to the ceremony area and were walking passed the couple and bridal party. The grounds are large and guests could have been better directed. The food the day of was great! One thing I noticed was some thing could have been served warmer for the pass around service. Desserts also seemed to be missed by some guests during pass around service at the reception. The bartender also on staff for one side seemed to have been new as they had difficulty with remembering drink recipes. Breakdown went well, once again all due to a large help from our event coordinator and bridal attendant. Even with all the minute issues and small challenges the service from Jessica and Anaya really made it all worth it. Thank you again ladies!
Reviewed on 16-10-2022
Wedding Date 09-10-2022
Overall the service was incredible the day of the wedding. I stepped in as wedding planner to my best friends. The ceremony was held in the garden, cocktail hour in the Chinese Zen Garden and the reception in the tented pavilion.Early on, due to movement, we did have difficulty organizing communication for payments and such. However, everything truly turned around and came together to perfection the day of all due to the great help of Jessica Martinez and Anaya who was the bridal attendant. The day of I could rely on both these women to help organize vendors and the bridal party. I really did not feel like I was alone in executing this wedding because of their assistance. The bridal suite doesn’t have the best AC. We had wished the AC was on prior to arrival. The grooms suite was just down the hall and was quite cramped compared to the bridal suite. It had no natural light and there weren’t enough stable places to hand suits. One thing we noticed was guests were not being directed to the ceremony area and were walking passed the couple and bridal party. The grounds are large and guests could have been better directed. The food the day of was great! One thing I noticed was some thing could have been served warmer for the pass around service. Desserts also seemed to be missed by some guests during pass around service at the reception. The bartender also on staff for one side seemed to have been new as they had difficulty with remembering drink recipes. Breakdown went well, once again all due to a large help from our event coordinator and bridal attendant. Even with all the minute issues and small challenges the service from Jessica and Anaya really made it all worth it. Thank you again ladies!
Reviewed on 16-10-2022
Celina Zheng (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-09-2022
We couldn't have been happier with choosing to have our wedding at Celebrate at Snug Harbor! When we first toured the venue, we immediately fell in love with the variety of beautiful and unique spaces on the garden grounds, from the Chinese Scholar's Garden (where we held our ceremony!) to the stunning Tuscan Garden. On our wedding day, Jessica and her team did a fantastic job in making sure everything ran smoothly and making our vision come to life. We were also blown away by the quality and presentation of the food; our guests raved about how delicious everything was! Our wedding was a dream come true, and we're so grateful that Snug Harbor gave us the opportunity to make it happen :)
Reviewed on 09-10-2022
Wedding Date 16-09-2022
We couldn't have been happier with choosing to have our wedding at Celebrate at Snug Harbor! When we first toured the venue, we immediately fell in love with the variety of beautiful and unique spaces on the garden grounds, from the Chinese Scholar's Garden (where we held our ceremony!) to the stunning Tuscan Garden. On our wedding day, Jessica and her team did a fantastic job in making sure everything ran smoothly and making our vision come to life. We were also blown away by the quality and presentation of the food; our guests raved about how delicious everything was! Our wedding was a dream come true, and we're so grateful that Snug Harbor gave us the opportunity to make it happen :)
Reviewed on 09-10-2022
Abigail Pope-Brooks (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-10-2022
Overall we had a very good experience with this venue/caterer. They provide so many things and services that you'd otherwise have to arrange yourself, or realize you needed when it was too late! Erin (planner) and Jessica (coordinator) were patient and helpful, responding to our questions very promptly and were accommodating to our request to mix-and-match food from the brunch and dinner menu, and to have a half-hour of \"guest arrival\" time in the Chinese Scholar's Garden on top of cocktail hour, as we did not have a ceremony onsite. One thing that was frustrating throughout was that they didn't have something like a comprehensive info packet with all of the things they do/offer/provide, so we had to find things out by asking specific questions, which led to very long email chains and constant stream of questions. They did this too with our vendors who were new to them -- rather than telling them everything up front, they would just answer questions as they were asked. Unfortunately, Erin left for a new job after we booked thinking she would be our planner, and even after several months, Snug did not replace her, so they were short-staffed, which was concerning. Jessica became our main contact, and despite this loss in staffing, she made the day go very smoothly with very few issues, all of which were minor. I was delighted that the food at the wedding was actually good! (The food at their big tasting event was disappointing, where we could only taste from a limited menu and I thought the flavors fell flat; we could not taste the food before booking). We had cocktail hour in the Chinese Scholar's Garden and reception in the Tented Pavilion -- our day was cold and rainy, but their heat lamps at the tent helped a bit. Our bridal attendant was Diana who we completely loved -- very helpful to us and our family, and her relaxed and confident attitude was really reassuring. Various small things were not done as we had agreed/expected, but again they were minor and ok. For example, some caterers let you take home the leftover food, but Snug does not allow it (no reason given) -- they only let the bride/groom take home a few servings. Another example was they said they would have hand sanitizer stations at the tent, but they did not. And they did not know the dimensions of the chandeliers for my florist. Again, it all was ok/worked out, and there were many other requests that were met as expected. Overall we had a positive experience with Jessica and the service staff and really enjoyed our wedding day--they made it all run really well, which was the most important thing. They even stood in the rain to direct guests from cocktail hour to the tent! Especially at an affordable price point with all the service involved, I highly recommend going with Snug if you want to have an easy wedding experience with people who really know what they're doing and have done this a million times over!
Reviewed on 05-10-2022
Wedding Date 02-10-2022
Overall we had a very good experience with this venue/caterer. They provide so many things and services that you'd otherwise have to arrange yourself, or realize you needed when it was too late! Erin (planner) and Jessica (coordinator) were patient and helpful, responding to our questions very promptly and were accommodating to our request to mix-and-match food from the brunch and dinner menu, and to have a half-hour of \"guest arrival\" time in the Chinese Scholar's Garden on top of cocktail hour, as we did not have a ceremony onsite. One thing that was frustrating throughout was that they didn't have something like a comprehensive info packet with all of the things they do/offer/provide, so we had to find things out by asking specific questions, which led to very long email chains and constant stream of questions. They did this too with our vendors who were new to them -- rather than telling them everything up front, they would just answer questions as they were asked. Unfortunately, Erin left for a new job after we booked thinking she would be our planner, and even after several months, Snug did not replace her, so they were short-staffed, which was concerning. Jessica became our main contact, and despite this loss in staffing, she made the day go very smoothly with very few issues, all of which were minor. I was delighted that the food at the wedding was actually good! (The food at their big tasting event was disappointing, where we could only taste from a limited menu and I thought the flavors fell flat; we could not taste the food before booking). We had cocktail hour in the Chinese Scholar's Garden and reception in the Tented Pavilion -- our day was cold and rainy, but their heat lamps at the tent helped a bit. Our bridal attendant was Diana who we completely loved -- very helpful to us and our family, and her relaxed and confident attitude was really reassuring. Various small things were not done as we had agreed/expected, but again they were minor and ok. For example, some caterers let you take home the leftover food, but Snug does not allow it (no reason given) -- they only let the bride/groom take home a few servings. Another example was they said they would have hand sanitizer stations at the tent, but they did not. And they did not know the dimensions of the chandeliers for my florist. Again, it all was ok/worked out, and there were many other requests that were met as expected. Overall we had a positive experience with Jessica and the service staff and really enjoyed our wedding day--they made it all run really well, which was the most important thing. They even stood in the rain to direct guests from cocktail hour to the tent! Especially at an affordable price point with all the service involved, I highly recommend going with Snug if you want to have an easy wedding experience with people who really know what they're doing and have done this a million times over!
Reviewed on 05-10-2022
Abby Cohen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-09-2022
We planned to get married in 2023, but fell in love with Snug Harbor on a random day trip to the Heritage Farm.Jessica and Josephine helped us and held our hand every step of the way planning our entire event in 3 months ! They were incredibly helpful and professional. Sydney our Bridal Attendant was our shadow, she made sure we were always comfortable and on time !We were married in an outdoor ceremony in the Tuscan Garden with the cocktail and reception taking place in the Tuscan Garden and Tented Pavilion.They Chef created a custom Jewish/Italian menu that had all guests impressed and raving about the food.We loved every part of our Wedding Day. We highly recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor.Abby & Levi
Reviewed on 04-10-2022
Wedding Date 16-09-2022
We planned to get married in 2023, but fell in love with Snug Harbor on a random day trip to the Heritage Farm.Jessica and Josephine helped us and held our hand every step of the way planning our entire event in 3 months ! They were incredibly helpful and professional. Sydney our Bridal Attendant was our shadow, she made sure we were always comfortable and on time !We were married in an outdoor ceremony in the Tuscan Garden with the cocktail and reception taking place in the Tuscan Garden and Tented Pavilion.They Chef created a custom Jewish/Italian menu that had all guests impressed and raving about the food.We loved every part of our Wedding Day. We highly recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor.Abby & Levi
Reviewed on 04-10-2022
Marie Romanin (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-10-2022
Celebrate at Snug Harbor was the perfect venue for our wedding. We wanted the venue to be in New York City for convenience, but didn’t want to be in a “wedding venue”.We immediately fell in love with the gardens and grounds of Snug Harbor. We decided on an outdoor ceremony and outdoor cocktail party. When the sun went down we moved inside for The Great Hall for dinner and dancing. I can’t say enough good things about the planners and staff. Guests are still complimenting our wedding day. The food was incredible and the staff were professional. We had a lot of specific food asks and allergies, they accommodated everyone. We loved Sydney our Bridal Attendant and Jessica the Event Planner. Both went above any beyond to make our day perfect.
Reviewed on 01-10-2022
Wedding Date 30-10-2022
Celebrate at Snug Harbor was the perfect venue for our wedding. We wanted the venue to be in New York City for convenience, but didn’t want to be in a “wedding venue”.We immediately fell in love with the gardens and grounds of Snug Harbor. We decided on an outdoor ceremony and outdoor cocktail party. When the sun went down we moved inside for The Great Hall for dinner and dancing. I can’t say enough good things about the planners and staff. Guests are still complimenting our wedding day. The food was incredible and the staff were professional. We had a lot of specific food asks and allergies, they accommodated everyone. We loved Sydney our Bridal Attendant and Jessica the Event Planner. Both went above any beyond to make our day perfect.
Reviewed on 01-10-2022
Corey Sherman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-06-2022
My wife and I had our wedding at Snug Harbor and could not be happier!! The venue is amazing, the staff was so great to deal with and food was excellent. If you are looking for a garden wedding in NYC look no further. We would definitely recommend this place! Thank you Jessica and the whole Snug staff!
Reviewed on 28-07-2022
Wedding Date 25-06-2022
My wife and I had our wedding at Snug Harbor and could not be happier!! The venue is amazing, the staff was so great to deal with and food was excellent. If you are looking for a garden wedding in NYC look no further. We would definitely recommend this place! Thank you Jessica and the whole Snug staff!
Reviewed on 28-07-2022
Kelsey Jorgensen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-06-2022
I got married at Snug Harbor on 6/17/22, and despite some bumps in the road leading up to the day, the day itself was perfect thanks to my amazing team at celebrate. I wasn't satisfied with the condition of the Chinese Scholar Garden during my walk-through, and the team was so flexible and helped us change the cocktail hour location to the Tuscan Garden at the last second, which I really appreciate. I couldn't believe how beautiful the tented pavilion looked on the night of my event. My team was really responsive to any concerns that I had and I am extra grateful for Jessica! I think there is room for improvement when it comes to signage for guests and parking (a lot of people were confused) but other than that, my guests raved abut everything. Also I would suggest that they upgrade to some prettier fans for the tented pavilion. But those are my only cons!
Reviewed on 22-06-2022
Wedding Date 17-06-2022
I got married at Snug Harbor on 6/17/22, and despite some bumps in the road leading up to the day, the day itself was perfect thanks to my amazing team at celebrate. I wasn't satisfied with the condition of the Chinese Scholar Garden during my walk-through, and the team was so flexible and helped us change the cocktail hour location to the Tuscan Garden at the last second, which I really appreciate. I couldn't believe how beautiful the tented pavilion looked on the night of my event. My team was really responsive to any concerns that I had and I am extra grateful for Jessica! I think there is room for improvement when it comes to signage for guests and parking (a lot of people were confused) but other than that, my guests raved abut everything. Also I would suggest that they upgrade to some prettier fans for the tented pavilion. But those are my only cons!
Reviewed on 22-06-2022
Jillian Scenna (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-11-2021
Had my baby shower at Snug Harbor Great Hall this past Sunday. To say it was the best day would be an understatement. Erin O' Keefe was a joy to work with from the first phone call. She offered amazing support, answered all questions with prompt detail, and offered her amazing advice on set up, presentation, games, & decor. Her staff, led by Tanya, were exceptional. The entire team were so attentive, kind, and didn't miss a beat. This day was a dream come true for me & my guests. Everyone loved the special apple cider margaritas!! I cannot thank the team enough for all their hard work!! Amazing day, feeling so thankful!
Reviewed on 09-11-2021
Wedding Date 07-11-2021
Had my baby shower at Snug Harbor Great Hall this past Sunday. To say it was the best day would be an understatement. Erin O' Keefe was a joy to work with from the first phone call. She offered amazing support, answered all questions with prompt detail, and offered her amazing advice on set up, presentation, games, & decor. Her staff, led by Tanya, were exceptional. The entire team were so attentive, kind, and didn't miss a beat. This day was a dream come true for me & my guests. Everyone loved the special apple cider margaritas!! I cannot thank the team enough for all their hard work!! Amazing day, feeling so thankful!
Reviewed on 09-11-2021
Tiffany M (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2021
We had our dream wedding last week and it was better than we could have ever imagined! We began planning our dream wedding in June 2019 by meeting with Erin for a tour and we left that same day booking our wedding. Despite delays and new restrictions due to COVID, Erin was with us every step of the way. Our countless questions were answered and always in a timely and reassuring manner. We attended a beautiful menu tasting to help us decide on our cocktail hour and reception options. We also had a very specific request of cutting a pizza instead of a wedding cake and Celebrate made this dream a reality. They made a pizza inspired by our favorites and not only was it delicious, but our guests absolutely loved the idea. The food for our cocktail hour and reception was full of variety, unique, and delicious. We loved the fact that they didn't offer your typical \"catering hall\" options. The drinks (especially our signature drinks) were excellent. They were also very accomodating in terms of the food allergies and dietary restrictions of our guests. As the date approached, we met with Erin and Jessica to plan the day of details. We were provided with helpful guides and easy-to-fill-out forms to cover every aspect of our wedding. The day of, we had Erin, Jessica, and Shelby (our bridal attendant), assisting not only me and my husband, but all of our bridal party, family, friends, and guests. The staff was so accomodating, kind, and helpful to everyone they interacted with. We had such a positive experience from start to finish and I cannot recommend them enough! It was such a relief knowing that we had an amazing team of people there to support us along our wedding planning journey and to make sure we got to enjoy every minute of our special day.
Reviewed on 18-10-2021
Wedding Date 09-10-2021
We had our dream wedding last week and it was better than we could have ever imagined! We began planning our dream wedding in June 2019 by meeting with Erin for a tour and we left that same day booking our wedding. Despite delays and new restrictions due to COVID, Erin was with us every step of the way. Our countless questions were answered and always in a timely and reassuring manner. We attended a beautiful menu tasting to help us decide on our cocktail hour and reception options. We also had a very specific request of cutting a pizza instead of a wedding cake and Celebrate made this dream a reality. They made a pizza inspired by our favorites and not only was it delicious, but our guests absolutely loved the idea. The food for our cocktail hour and reception was full of variety, unique, and delicious. We loved the fact that they didn't offer your typical \"catering hall\" options. The drinks (especially our signature drinks) were excellent. They were also very accomodating in terms of the food allergies and dietary restrictions of our guests. As the date approached, we met with Erin and Jessica to plan the day of details. We were provided with helpful guides and easy-to-fill-out forms to cover every aspect of our wedding. The day of, we had Erin, Jessica, and Shelby (our bridal attendant), assisting not only me and my husband, but all of our bridal party, family, friends, and guests. The staff was so accomodating, kind, and helpful to everyone they interacted with. We had such a positive experience from start to finish and I cannot recommend them enough! It was such a relief knowing that we had an amazing team of people there to support us along our wedding planning journey and to make sure we got to enjoy every minute of our special day.
Reviewed on 18-10-2021
Laura Gruberg (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-10-2021
Erin O'Keefe answered all our questions throughout the difficult planning process (due to Covid). She was so thoughtful and helped give us the style, process, and vibe we wanted. This venue is beautiful in any season, the food was delicious and catered to just what we wanted, and I got so many compliments on the Tuscan Garden and Great Hall, where we had our ceremony and reception. People called it a fairytale venue!
Reviewed on 10-10-2021
Wedding Date 03-10-2021
Erin O'Keefe answered all our questions throughout the difficult planning process (due to Covid). She was so thoughtful and helped give us the style, process, and vibe we wanted. This venue is beautiful in any season, the food was delicious and catered to just what we wanted, and I got so many compliments on the Tuscan Garden and Great Hall, where we had our ceremony and reception. People called it a fairytale venue!
Reviewed on 10-10-2021
Marlene Bonilla (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-09-2021
I had my wedding here on 9/11/21 and it was magical. Erin was my event coordinator and she is a gift from wedding heaven. From the very beginning celebrate at Snug Harbor made sure to be attentive to myself and my husbands needs, wants and desires. The team was professional and punctual. Erin is the sweetest most hardworking woman and made sure that I felt calm and satisfied throughout the entire process from day 1 until my wedding day. She is extremely calming, reassuring and on point! The food was incredible and my guests were raving about the décor, ambiance, and staff service. 5 stars for Erin and the Celebrate at Snug Harbor Team. My wedding day went off without a hitch and it was incredible.
Reviewed on 27-09-2021
Wedding Date 11-09-2021
I had my wedding here on 9/11/21 and it was magical. Erin was my event coordinator and she is a gift from wedding heaven. From the very beginning celebrate at Snug Harbor made sure to be attentive to myself and my husbands needs, wants and desires. The team was professional and punctual. Erin is the sweetest most hardworking woman and made sure that I felt calm and satisfied throughout the entire process from day 1 until my wedding day. She is extremely calming, reassuring and on point! The food was incredible and my guests were raving about the décor, ambiance, and staff service. 5 stars for Erin and the Celebrate at Snug Harbor Team. My wedding day went off without a hitch and it was incredible.
Reviewed on 27-09-2021
Alexa Bunnicelli (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-09-2021
Erin the Snug team were amazing to work with. Even with juggling changing COVID-19 protocols, the planning process was a breeze with Erin always having our backs.I've never seen a more gorgeous venue. The grounds are stunning and there's almost too many places to choose for photos! Shelby, our bridal attendant was AMAZING. She was always right where we needed her, kept us on track, and saved me from a couple bustle and blister emergencies!100% recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor and the wonderful team there.
Reviewed on 09-09-2021
Wedding Date 05-09-2021
Erin the Snug team were amazing to work with. Even with juggling changing COVID-19 protocols, the planning process was a breeze with Erin always having our backs.I've never seen a more gorgeous venue. The grounds are stunning and there's almost too many places to choose for photos! Shelby, our bridal attendant was AMAZING. She was always right where we needed her, kept us on track, and saved me from a couple bustle and blister emergencies!100% recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor and the wonderful team there.
Reviewed on 09-09-2021
Sharon Girgenti (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-05-2021
We had the most beautiful wedding at Snug Harbor. From the moment we booked Snug until even after our wedding we have had a wonderful experience. We can’t thank Erin, Emily, and the Celebrate team enough for making our day so special. Erin was the most amazing wedding coordinator to work with from day one. Even through the craziness of planning during the pandemic, Erin was so flexible, understanding, and compassionate. On the day of our wedding, Erin and Emily crushed it! Erin truly made sure every detail of our vision was in place and made everything perfect. Emily was the greatest bridal attendant, she truly went above and beyond to help make our day feel so seamless. THANK YOU TO THE ENTIRE CELEBRATE TEAM!
Reviewed on 02-09-2021
Wedding Date 22-05-2021
We had the most beautiful wedding at Snug Harbor. From the moment we booked Snug until even after our wedding we have had a wonderful experience. We can’t thank Erin, Emily, and the Celebrate team enough for making our day so special. Erin was the most amazing wedding coordinator to work with from day one. Even through the craziness of planning during the pandemic, Erin was so flexible, understanding, and compassionate. On the day of our wedding, Erin and Emily crushed it! Erin truly made sure every detail of our vision was in place and made everything perfect. Emily was the greatest bridal attendant, she truly went above and beyond to help make our day feel so seamless. THANK YOU TO THE ENTIRE CELEBRATE TEAM!
Reviewed on 02-09-2021
Adrienne Pullano (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-08-2021
I don't know where to begin in describing the excellence of Celebrate at Snug Harbor. There are not enough good things to say about it. We truly felt that it was a once in a lifetime experience, and the most special day of our lives. And that did not happen by chance. It was due to the incredible hard work and superior service provided by everyone with Celebrate at Snug Harbor. Most of all, we would like to shout out Erin. You truly don't need a wedding planner when you have Erin at your service. She made every request possible, and was the most helpful resource and guided us throughout every detail of the process. Not to mention she is an absolute pleasure to work with. We were still able to have a joyful experience planning a wedding in the midst of a pandemic due to the professionalism and elite service from Celebrate at Snug Harbor. We knew that no matter what happened, they would make sure we had the best day. On to the day itself, the food was incredible! The cocktail hour garden and reception room were stunning. They spent extra time, went above and beyond, to print menus and signage that matched our theme and decor. The service that they provided my husband and me, as well as our guests, was world class. I could go on and on, but all this to say, you will be so happy to have chosen Celebrate at Snug Harbor as your wedding venue. It is the most beautiful site, and a flawless experience end to end.
Reviewed on 19-08-2021
Wedding Date 13-08-2021
I don't know where to begin in describing the excellence of Celebrate at Snug Harbor. There are not enough good things to say about it. We truly felt that it was a once in a lifetime experience, and the most special day of our lives. And that did not happen by chance. It was due to the incredible hard work and superior service provided by everyone with Celebrate at Snug Harbor. Most of all, we would like to shout out Erin. You truly don't need a wedding planner when you have Erin at your service. She made every request possible, and was the most helpful resource and guided us throughout every detail of the process. Not to mention she is an absolute pleasure to work with. We were still able to have a joyful experience planning a wedding in the midst of a pandemic due to the professionalism and elite service from Celebrate at Snug Harbor. We knew that no matter what happened, they would make sure we had the best day. On to the day itself, the food was incredible! The cocktail hour garden and reception room were stunning. They spent extra time, went above and beyond, to print menus and signage that matched our theme and decor. The service that they provided my husband and me, as well as our guests, was world class. I could go on and on, but all this to say, you will be so happy to have chosen Celebrate at Snug Harbor as your wedding venue. It is the most beautiful site, and a flawless experience end to end.
Reviewed on 19-08-2021
B Coralie (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-06-2021
John Ianello was absolutely the best event planner we could have worked with! Professional, reliable, gentle, accommodating, flexible- all around fantastic. Even during Covid, he took the time to check in, and made sure we got the date and space we wanted. He went beyond the call of duty to be present for us and help us with all of our needs. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 06-07-2021
Wedding Date 27-06-2021
John Ianello was absolutely the best event planner we could have worked with! Professional, reliable, gentle, accommodating, flexible- all around fantastic. Even during Covid, he took the time to check in, and made sure we got the date and space we wanted. He went beyond the call of duty to be present for us and help us with all of our needs. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 06-07-2021
Erik Tangen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-06-2021
We had our wedding at celebrate at snug harbor June 19th and it was an amazing time! Erin and her crew made sure everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. She went above and beyond during the entire reception including helping out with a few surprises behind the scenes. Without her and her crew both the bride and I would have been a mess but she made sure everything went off without a hitch. The food at snug harbor was incredible as well as the drinks. Every staff member was on point from start to finish and I would recommend them to anyone!
Reviewed on 04-07-2021
Wedding Date 19-06-2021
We had our wedding at celebrate at snug harbor June 19th and it was an amazing time! Erin and her crew made sure everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish. She went above and beyond during the entire reception including helping out with a few surprises behind the scenes. Without her and her crew both the bride and I would have been a mess but she made sure everything went off without a hitch. The food at snug harbor was incredible as well as the drinks. Every staff member was on point from start to finish and I would recommend them to anyone!
Reviewed on 04-07-2021
Adina Brown (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-06-2021
I chose Snug Harbor as my wedding venue before ever visiting, just based on the beautiful pictures online and wonderful reviews. I was not let down: the venue was so gorgeous, and John and Erin were incredibly helpful in helping us plan and execute our perfect wedding. I can not reccomend Snug Harbor highly enough.
Reviewed on 02-07-2021
Wedding Date 13-06-2021
I chose Snug Harbor as my wedding venue before ever visiting, just based on the beautiful pictures online and wonderful reviews. I was not let down: the venue was so gorgeous, and John and Erin were incredibly helpful in helping us plan and execute our perfect wedding. I can not reccomend Snug Harbor highly enough.
Reviewed on 02-07-2021
Cristina Galifi (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2021
Originally, June 18th was supposed to be my bridal shower at Snug Harbor, but we changed wedding venues and instead of having my shower, we had our wedding there. Best decision we ever made. Erin was nothing but exceptional throughout our entire planning process, also one of the main reasons we decided to switch venues. She was attentive, responded quickly and helped us with many decisions to make our night better than we can ever imagine. For a 180 person wedding, there as never a server not in site and someone was always available to attend to everyone's needs, no to mention our bridal attendant who exceeded expectations as well. Erin and her team went above and beyond to make everything go as smooth and seamless as possible for us. It's been over a week and we are still receiving texts and phone calls how beautiful everything was, how amazing the staff was and how delicious the food was. We cannot thank the Celebrate family enough for making our magical night such an unforgettable one.
Reviewed on 28-06-2021
Wedding Date 18-06-2021
Originally, June 18th was supposed to be my bridal shower at Snug Harbor, but we changed wedding venues and instead of having my shower, we had our wedding there. Best decision we ever made. Erin was nothing but exceptional throughout our entire planning process, also one of the main reasons we decided to switch venues. She was attentive, responded quickly and helped us with many decisions to make our night better than we can ever imagine. For a 180 person wedding, there as never a server not in site and someone was always available to attend to everyone's needs, no to mention our bridal attendant who exceeded expectations as well. Erin and her team went above and beyond to make everything go as smooth and seamless as possible for us. It's been over a week and we are still receiving texts and phone calls how beautiful everything was, how amazing the staff was and how delicious the food was. We cannot thank the Celebrate family enough for making our magical night such an unforgettable one.
Reviewed on 28-06-2021
Amy Liedy (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2021
Celebrate at Snug Harbor is the Cadillac of Wedding Venues! Having our wedding with Celebrate at Snug Harbor was THE BEST decision we could have made. The sheer professionalism, attention to detail, and kindness of the staff, plus the natural beauty and splendor of the venue went WAY BEYOND our expectations. Our guests had an INCREDIBLE experience! First, the space is GORGEOUS. Our ceremony and cocktail hour were in the lush and vibrant Tuscan Garden, allowing our guests to celebrate among fountains, greenery and flowers. We then moved into the Great Hall for our reception, whose towering ornate 30ft ceilings were spectacular and provided great acoustics. The ambiance was warm and inviting, yet with nearly 175 people attending there was MORE than enough space for everyone and a huge dance floor. Second, the food is INCREDIBLE. Their experienced staff had everything from sushi and lobster rolls to fried chicken + red velvet waffle sandwiches. We can’t emphasize enough the diversity of options and exceptional execution of everything they do. What’s more, their kitchen is extremely accommodating with all dietary restrictions and has a delicious plant-based menu. Did we mention the fabulous open bar? Third—and the MOST important—what made Snug Harbor the best decision of our entire wedding planning process was their STAFF. Everyone is professional, funny, relaxed and ready to support you and make your day be the greatest day of your lives. John Ianniello (our event specialist) and his team now feel like lifelong friends to us. Like many Covid couples, we’d planned to have our wedding at Snug Harbor in November 2020 but had to move it to June 2021. In the process, John and team were nothing short of incredible, going so far out of their way for the smallest details to make our day perfect (and extremely safe!). When an issue inevitably happened with an outside vendor, we didn’t have to lift a finger; John and Erin covered everything for us. What’s more, we can confidently say that our wedding was extremely Covid compliant and safe thanks to the Celebrate team. Celebrate at Snug Harbor is simply the best wedding venue Staten Island has to offer, and is one of the best wedding venues in New York City.
Reviewed on 20-06-2021
Wedding Date 04-06-2021
Celebrate at Snug Harbor is the Cadillac of Wedding Venues! Having our wedding with Celebrate at Snug Harbor was THE BEST decision we could have made. The sheer professionalism, attention to detail, and kindness of the staff, plus the natural beauty and splendor of the venue went WAY BEYOND our expectations. Our guests had an INCREDIBLE experience! First, the space is GORGEOUS. Our ceremony and cocktail hour were in the lush and vibrant Tuscan Garden, allowing our guests to celebrate among fountains, greenery and flowers. We then moved into the Great Hall for our reception, whose towering ornate 30ft ceilings were spectacular and provided great acoustics. The ambiance was warm and inviting, yet with nearly 175 people attending there was MORE than enough space for everyone and a huge dance floor. Second, the food is INCREDIBLE. Their experienced staff had everything from sushi and lobster rolls to fried chicken + red velvet waffle sandwiches. We can’t emphasize enough the diversity of options and exceptional execution of everything they do. What’s more, their kitchen is extremely accommodating with all dietary restrictions and has a delicious plant-based menu. Did we mention the fabulous open bar? Third—and the MOST important—what made Snug Harbor the best decision of our entire wedding planning process was their STAFF. Everyone is professional, funny, relaxed and ready to support you and make your day be the greatest day of your lives. John Ianniello (our event specialist) and his team now feel like lifelong friends to us. Like many Covid couples, we’d planned to have our wedding at Snug Harbor in November 2020 but had to move it to June 2021. In the process, John and team were nothing short of incredible, going so far out of their way for the smallest details to make our day perfect (and extremely safe!). When an issue inevitably happened with an outside vendor, we didn’t have to lift a finger; John and Erin covered everything for us. What’s more, we can confidently say that our wedding was extremely Covid compliant and safe thanks to the Celebrate team. Celebrate at Snug Harbor is simply the best wedding venue Staten Island has to offer, and is one of the best wedding venues in New York City.
Reviewed on 20-06-2021
April Dawn Santos (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-05-2021
Celebrate at Snug Harbor was not even a choice on my list for our venue. It had come up and we decided to go and look. Boy, did it exceed our expectations.Staten Island is not known for a lot of positive things however, this venue is the secret gem, if not, the main reason why Staten Island is on the map to begin with. From Erin O' Keefe, one of the wedding coordinators, as well as her entire team (from her counterparts, the bartenders, the waiters, the attendances, maire d's and especially Emily), my now husband and I felt like we were royalty. I am a planner myself-so if there are any brides that are just as particular as I am, I am letting you know that Erin and her team are the DREAM team to make all your endeavors come true. For example, I wrote a 4 page (no spaces) in depth logistic summary that included the venue personnel, the photographer, videographer, DJ and florist. Celebrate and Snug dissected every line and every sentence to ensure that EVERY detail was met. During the engagement period to the actual wedding day, my father had passed away from COVID. I lost all ambition to plan a wedding and to celebrate this important day. When we had spoken to the venue in regards to possibly cancelling the big day, Erin and her team showed so much compassion to our family. Regardless that they are a business that strives on events, they were the most compassionate people during the time of me going through the emotions of death of my father. Without being obnoxious, they would call from time to time just to check in- no wedding talk but just to check in to see if I was alright. Some people may find that annoying but during the time of isolation and also working in the medical field, i thoroughly relished in their support.Now, the wedding day itself- all the weekends in May 2021 were beautiful and sunny...except for the weekend that we got married. It rained tremendously. However, this venue made me feel like the rain did not even exist. They were already pre-planning plan B in order to make sure to stay consistent with time and they found locations on the grounds to make sure I had amazing photos. My team- Erin and Emily and John stood in the rain- soaking wet to make sure that my husband and I looked like nothing phased us. With them by our sides, nothing actually did. The food from Relish Catering is amazing. We love the food! Our signature cocktails and open bar were greatly used during the wedding. The bartenders were fun and witty and our guests had a blast enjoying their drinks.The Great Hall, or as we call it the 9 3/4 room (harry potter reference), is as tall as a sky scraper but feels as intimate as a cottage. With the fire places lit and the candles aglow, our guests and us felt like Snug Harbor embraced us that night.Our ceremony was held downstairs. We were supposed to have it in the Tuscan Garden but with the rain, we relocated. I did not have much to say in regards to the ceremony because the team pulled it off. They understood the vision, the feel, the vibe that we were trying to emulate. If you are looking for a great wedding on beautiful grounds, then choose Celebrate at Snug Harbor, where the gardens and the flowers show endless beauty. If you are looking for a perfect wedding that can overcome any situation, including downpour of rain and 40 degree weather in the month of May, then choose Celebrate at Snug Harbor. You will not regret anything.Emily, John and my favorite Erin will not ever let you down!
Reviewed on 15-06-2021
Wedding Date 30-05-2021
Celebrate at Snug Harbor was not even a choice on my list for our venue. It had come up and we decided to go and look. Boy, did it exceed our expectations.Staten Island is not known for a lot of positive things however, this venue is the secret gem, if not, the main reason why Staten Island is on the map to begin with. From Erin O' Keefe, one of the wedding coordinators, as well as her entire team (from her counterparts, the bartenders, the waiters, the attendances, maire d's and especially Emily), my now husband and I felt like we were royalty. I am a planner myself-so if there are any brides that are just as particular as I am, I am letting you know that Erin and her team are the DREAM team to make all your endeavors come true. For example, I wrote a 4 page (no spaces) in depth logistic summary that included the venue personnel, the photographer, videographer, DJ and florist. Celebrate and Snug dissected every line and every sentence to ensure that EVERY detail was met. During the engagement period to the actual wedding day, my father had passed away from COVID. I lost all ambition to plan a wedding and to celebrate this important day. When we had spoken to the venue in regards to possibly cancelling the big day, Erin and her team showed so much compassion to our family. Regardless that they are a business that strives on events, they were the most compassionate people during the time of me going through the emotions of death of my father. Without being obnoxious, they would call from time to time just to check in- no wedding talk but just to check in to see if I was alright. Some people may find that annoying but during the time of isolation and also working in the medical field, i thoroughly relished in their support.Now, the wedding day itself- all the weekends in May 2021 were beautiful and sunny...except for the weekend that we got married. It rained tremendously. However, this venue made me feel like the rain did not even exist. They were already pre-planning plan B in order to make sure to stay consistent with time and they found locations on the grounds to make sure I had amazing photos. My team- Erin and Emily and John stood in the rain- soaking wet to make sure that my husband and I looked like nothing phased us. With them by our sides, nothing actually did. The food from Relish Catering is amazing. We love the food! Our signature cocktails and open bar were greatly used during the wedding. The bartenders were fun and witty and our guests had a blast enjoying their drinks.The Great Hall, or as we call it the 9 3/4 room (harry potter reference), is as tall as a sky scraper but feels as intimate as a cottage. With the fire places lit and the candles aglow, our guests and us felt like Snug Harbor embraced us that night.Our ceremony was held downstairs. We were supposed to have it in the Tuscan Garden but with the rain, we relocated. I did not have much to say in regards to the ceremony because the team pulled it off. They understood the vision, the feel, the vibe that we were trying to emulate. If you are looking for a great wedding on beautiful grounds, then choose Celebrate at Snug Harbor, where the gardens and the flowers show endless beauty. If you are looking for a perfect wedding that can overcome any situation, including downpour of rain and 40 degree weather in the month of May, then choose Celebrate at Snug Harbor. You will not regret anything.Emily, John and my favorite Erin will not ever let you down!
Reviewed on 15-06-2021
Emma Stroh (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-05-2021
My husband and I got married at Snug Harbor in May 2021 and we had truly a 5-star rating experience. John was our coordinator and Shelby was my bridal attendant. John worked with us from the day we booked to the day of our wedding and even after. John made planning my wedding as smooth as I could have imagined and he helped make the day of our wedding as special as could be. The food was delicious and the service was attentive throughout he whole evening. Shelby was with me every moment making sure me and my bridesmaids had everything we needed. Many of our guests made sure to express to us in the following weeks that our wedding was the best wedding they had ever attended. Every detail was on point. We couldn’t have chose a better place to commit our lives to one another before Almighty God.
Reviewed on 09-06-2021
Wedding Date 14-05-2021
My husband and I got married at Snug Harbor in May 2021 and we had truly a 5-star rating experience. John was our coordinator and Shelby was my bridal attendant. John worked with us from the day we booked to the day of our wedding and even after. John made planning my wedding as smooth as I could have imagined and he helped make the day of our wedding as special as could be. The food was delicious and the service was attentive throughout he whole evening. Shelby was with me every moment making sure me and my bridesmaids had everything we needed. Many of our guests made sure to express to us in the following weeks that our wedding was the best wedding they had ever attended. Every detail was on point. We couldn’t have chose a better place to commit our lives to one another before Almighty God.
Reviewed on 09-06-2021
Willie Concepcion (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
I had my daughters sweet sixteen in the tent area and it was an amazing party from day 1 till the day of the party John was great very very helpful always there to ensure we were taking care of I would call or text him and he would answer any concerns very quickly even on his day off I would definitely book another event there with John thanks again John my daughter had a wonderful time
Reviewed on 08-06-2021
I had my daughters sweet sixteen in the tent area and it was an amazing party from day 1 till the day of the party John was great very very helpful always there to ensure we were taking care of I would call or text him and he would answer any concerns very quickly even on his day off I would definitely book another event there with John thanks again John my daughter had a wonderful time
Reviewed on 08-06-2021
Kristen Lepore (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-05-2021
ERIN IS AMAZING! I had the best experience with her! I was very under prepared when it came to decorations, details and basically everything. She is an absolute angel and made sure everything was perfect. I highly recommend. We had a great time!
Reviewed on 19-05-2021
Wedding Date 16-05-2021
ERIN IS AMAZING! I had the best experience with her! I was very under prepared when it came to decorations, details and basically everything. She is an absolute angel and made sure everything was perfect. I highly recommend. We had a great time!
Reviewed on 19-05-2021
Paula cirami (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
I have to start with one word. WOW!!!!!!!! My daughters Bridal shower was as she stated \" Magical\" A Huge thank you to Erin! I could have never done it without her. She is professional, knowledgeable and most important personal. She makes you feel like family. She is one of a kind!!! The staff was AMAZING!! Tayna ensured that all went smooth. Diana our server was there for anything that was needed. My quests were so impressed with the food and service. They stated they were very impressed with how their food was served. All servers served the table at the same time. Just beautiful. We did not want the party to end. It was stunning!!! Thank you Erin and the entire staff for making my daughters shower unforgettable. I will see you next year for my other daughters shower:)
Reviewed on 28-04-2021
I have to start with one word. WOW!!!!!!!! My daughters Bridal shower was as she stated \" Magical\" A Huge thank you to Erin! I could have never done it without her. She is professional, knowledgeable and most important personal. She makes you feel like family. She is one of a kind!!! The staff was AMAZING!! Tayna ensured that all went smooth. Diana our server was there for anything that was needed. My quests were so impressed with the food and service. They stated they were very impressed with how their food was served. All servers served the table at the same time. Just beautiful. We did not want the party to end. It was stunning!!! Thank you Erin and the entire staff for making my daughters shower unforgettable. I will see you next year for my other daughters shower:)
Reviewed on 28-04-2021
Samantha Goldberg (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-10-2020
My husband and I both come from hospitality and unfortunately know that true, genuine customer experience is hard to come by... especially in NY where everything is too fast and stressful. John, throughout the entire experience, from signing the contract to waving us off as a married couple, exuted the true definition of hospitality and what it means to take care of the customer like family. We feel so privileged to have met him, and your entire team. John’s leadership is bar none. His team throughout the wedding was attentive and receptive to all his requests. He is a natural leader that has the respect and support from his staff. You can clearly tell the team loves what they do and enjoy being there making these special moments and events come to life. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention Shelby and Erin. Shelby has the heart of gold and made me feel so calm on such a high emotion day. My mom has dementia and has trouble walking. My bridesmaids knew that she was a priority to ensure I had a good day and I know they were prepared to be preoccupied with her. We didn’t know the extent of Shelby being involved in our event, but she jumped in like she had known my mom for years and made me feel so comfortable and stressless, as well as for my girlfriends. She spent the whole party with her, while still overseeing other responsibilities. I can go on and on about her, but just know I think the world of her work ethic and approach to the customer needs. Erin is spot on. She is under the radar and non obrusive. She was by my side the entire event but not overwhelming. She guided our photographer like an expert and hands down made the timeline of everything workout seamlessly. She’s also so lovely and sweet. Writing this brings tears to my eyes because I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Our guests were blown away by the atmosphere, the food, and the hospitality. An extraordinary setting can fail because of mediocre dishes or lack luster service. Relish and Snug are a 10/10. It is remarkable to be able to write this. During quarantine, especially with our incident where a fiasco started in March, to end this story with the best outcome, our words, your teams, the feelings and expectations hit home so much more. We love your team, we loved our wedding, and we will forever love our memories.I would recommend this venue to ANYONE looking for the best in price, grounds (use Chinese garden for ceremony for a truly magical setting) and team. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Reviewed on 29-11-2020
Wedding Date 18-10-2020
My husband and I both come from hospitality and unfortunately know that true, genuine customer experience is hard to come by... especially in NY where everything is too fast and stressful. John, throughout the entire experience, from signing the contract to waving us off as a married couple, exuted the true definition of hospitality and what it means to take care of the customer like family. We feel so privileged to have met him, and your entire team. John’s leadership is bar none. His team throughout the wedding was attentive and receptive to all his requests. He is a natural leader that has the respect and support from his staff. You can clearly tell the team loves what they do and enjoy being there making these special moments and events come to life. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention Shelby and Erin. Shelby has the heart of gold and made me feel so calm on such a high emotion day. My mom has dementia and has trouble walking. My bridesmaids knew that she was a priority to ensure I had a good day and I know they were prepared to be preoccupied with her. We didn’t know the extent of Shelby being involved in our event, but she jumped in like she had known my mom for years and made me feel so comfortable and stressless, as well as for my girlfriends. She spent the whole party with her, while still overseeing other responsibilities. I can go on and on about her, but just know I think the world of her work ethic and approach to the customer needs. Erin is spot on. She is under the radar and non obrusive. She was by my side the entire event but not overwhelming. She guided our photographer like an expert and hands down made the timeline of everything workout seamlessly. She’s also so lovely and sweet. Writing this brings tears to my eyes because I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Our guests were blown away by the atmosphere, the food, and the hospitality. An extraordinary setting can fail because of mediocre dishes or lack luster service. Relish and Snug are a 10/10. It is remarkable to be able to write this. During quarantine, especially with our incident where a fiasco started in March, to end this story with the best outcome, our words, your teams, the feelings and expectations hit home so much more. We love your team, we loved our wedding, and we will forever love our memories.I would recommend this venue to ANYONE looking for the best in price, grounds (use Chinese garden for ceremony for a truly magical setting) and team. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Reviewed on 29-11-2020
Kristine Fitzpatrick (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-01-2021
I had my bridal shower at Celebrate at Snug Harbor. Our coordinator was Erin. She was so helpful and truly went above and beyond for us! First my shower had to be postponed due to COVID. Erin worked with my mom and I to help us get a new date that we liked and was readily available to help us at all times. She sent pictures of outdoor spaces and indoors. The staff was so nice and curteous. One of my gift boxes broke during the shower and a server went and found glue to help put it back together! All the staff was friendly and polite from the valet men to the bathroom attendant. The food was AMAZING and the venue is beautiful. All my guests told me how pretty the place was and how good the food was. Definitely book them for your event you won''t regret it!
Reviewed on 05-11-2020
Wedding Date 09-01-2021
I had my bridal shower at Celebrate at Snug Harbor. Our coordinator was Erin. She was so helpful and truly went above and beyond for us! First my shower had to be postponed due to COVID. Erin worked with my mom and I to help us get a new date that we liked and was readily available to help us at all times. She sent pictures of outdoor spaces and indoors. The staff was so nice and curteous. One of my gift boxes broke during the shower and a server went and found glue to help put it back together! All the staff was friendly and polite from the valet men to the bathroom attendant. The food was AMAZING and the venue is beautiful. All my guests told me how pretty the place was and how good the food was. Definitely book them for your event you won''t regret it!
Reviewed on 05-11-2020
Samantha Leung (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-10-2020
We actually didn't know about Celebrate at Snug Harbor when we first started venue shopping. We stumbled across their site when looking for an all outdoor venue in response to COVID. After connecting with John, and the rest of the team, we wonder why we didn't book with them in the first place. They made the planning progress was so easy which was such a relief as our initial plans were already thrown out the window. With Celebrate, they made me not just feel, but believe we were planning my wedding like any other year. The response we received from Celebrate were almost immediate, and they were genuinely will to work with us. If anything, we feel terrible we pestered them so much! Nevertheless, the team was amazingly attentive and never bothered by our barrage of questions and concerns. This is more than I can say for our original venue who never reached out to contact us even once at the beginning of quarantine orders nor even after social gathering limits were imposed. Even though incredible safety measures were put in place in response to the pandemic, it honestly did not feel like we were in one once the day began. We can only attribute this to the wonderful care, attention to detail, and genuine desire to be present to support us the team demonstrated. Shelby and John helped us (especially me) stay relaxed which is not an easy thing to do and knowing there was a whole team of members (sincerest apologies for not remembering all your names) behind them to support gave us the confidence to know our wedding was going to be a night to remember; pandemic or not. With hands tied, the team at Celebrate were able to pull off everything we wanted, and the whole event came out better than we expected. We have nothing but love for the people at Celebrate, and so grateful we had the opportunity to share our special day with them.
Reviewed on 30-10-2020
Wedding Date 24-10-2020
We actually didn't know about Celebrate at Snug Harbor when we first started venue shopping. We stumbled across their site when looking for an all outdoor venue in response to COVID. After connecting with John, and the rest of the team, we wonder why we didn't book with them in the first place. They made the planning progress was so easy which was such a relief as our initial plans were already thrown out the window. With Celebrate, they made me not just feel, but believe we were planning my wedding like any other year. The response we received from Celebrate were almost immediate, and they were genuinely will to work with us. If anything, we feel terrible we pestered them so much! Nevertheless, the team was amazingly attentive and never bothered by our barrage of questions and concerns. This is more than I can say for our original venue who never reached out to contact us even once at the beginning of quarantine orders nor even after social gathering limits were imposed. Even though incredible safety measures were put in place in response to the pandemic, it honestly did not feel like we were in one once the day began. We can only attribute this to the wonderful care, attention to detail, and genuine desire to be present to support us the team demonstrated. Shelby and John helped us (especially me) stay relaxed which is not an easy thing to do and knowing there was a whole team of members (sincerest apologies for not remembering all your names) behind them to support gave us the confidence to know our wedding was going to be a night to remember; pandemic or not. With hands tied, the team at Celebrate were able to pull off everything we wanted, and the whole event came out better than we expected. We have nothing but love for the people at Celebrate, and so grateful we had the opportunity to share our special day with them.
Reviewed on 30-10-2020
Nicholas Volpe (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-10-2020
Our original wedding plans at a different venue were cancelled due to COVID. Scrambling to find a new venue, we found out about Snug Harbor's micro-wedding plans from a friend. From the moment we set foot on the grounds we knew that would be our new wedding venue. Selecting the exact spot was difficult because every site was stunning. I was impressed with how serious they took precautions, which made us feel safe and comfortable. The food was delicious! By the end of the event none of our guests could eat the donuts we gave as favors! John and Erin went, and I can't stress this enough, above and beyond to make our wedding as perfect as possible. We had rain all day during our event and they worked incredibly hard to move sites and make it absolutely gorgeous. I am being sincere when I say without John and Erin, our wedding would have been catastrophic. John was tremendous in designing the center pieces and welcome areas, and setting up our first look. Erin wasn't even our event planner and she still stayed the whole time to help us. I could continue to write positive notes all day but I'm running out of space. Let me end it here by thanking the entire Celebrate at Snug Harbor team. Everyone from John and Erin, to the waitstaff, our bridal attendant, and all the individuals behind the scenes. I've never seen my (now) wife so happy and it was all because of you! If you need a venue I can't recommend them enough.
Reviewed on 19-10-2020
Wedding Date 16-10-2020
Our original wedding plans at a different venue were cancelled due to COVID. Scrambling to find a new venue, we found out about Snug Harbor's micro-wedding plans from a friend. From the moment we set foot on the grounds we knew that would be our new wedding venue. Selecting the exact spot was difficult because every site was stunning. I was impressed with how serious they took precautions, which made us feel safe and comfortable. The food was delicious! By the end of the event none of our guests could eat the donuts we gave as favors! John and Erin went, and I can't stress this enough, above and beyond to make our wedding as perfect as possible. We had rain all day during our event and they worked incredibly hard to move sites and make it absolutely gorgeous. I am being sincere when I say without John and Erin, our wedding would have been catastrophic. John was tremendous in designing the center pieces and welcome areas, and setting up our first look. Erin wasn't even our event planner and she still stayed the whole time to help us. I could continue to write positive notes all day but I'm running out of space. Let me end it here by thanking the entire Celebrate at Snug Harbor team. Everyone from John and Erin, to the waitstaff, our bridal attendant, and all the individuals behind the scenes. I've never seen my (now) wife so happy and it was all because of you! If you need a venue I can't recommend them enough.
Reviewed on 19-10-2020
Sabina Zvinyatsky (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-10-2020
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Wedding Date 10-10-2020
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Elizabeth Arico (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-10-2020
We had our wedding at Snug Harbor in October in the outdoor pavilion and Chinese Scholar Garden and oh my goodness we COULD NOT have expected a better execution of everything we ever would have wanted. The grounds were gorgeous, the food DELICIOUS and the staff were 10 out of 10. Erin and her team took all of our ideas and visions and brought them to life. We wanted something very nontraditional and they nailed it! Instead of a sit down dinner we wanted a 6 hour long cocktail hour and they blew us away. Their attention to detail, patience and professionalism helped make our night magical and extraordinary, and the planning and communication was seamless. Our guests were floored with the attentiveness and availability of the team, they said our wedding was the one to beat. We'll be recommending them to everyone for everything! We can't stress it enough, they aced it!!
Reviewed on 15-10-2020
Wedding Date 10-10-2020
We had our wedding at Snug Harbor in October in the outdoor pavilion and Chinese Scholar Garden and oh my goodness we COULD NOT have expected a better execution of everything we ever would have wanted. The grounds were gorgeous, the food DELICIOUS and the staff were 10 out of 10. Erin and her team took all of our ideas and visions and brought them to life. We wanted something very nontraditional and they nailed it! Instead of a sit down dinner we wanted a 6 hour long cocktail hour and they blew us away. Their attention to detail, patience and professionalism helped make our night magical and extraordinary, and the planning and communication was seamless. Our guests were floored with the attentiveness and availability of the team, they said our wedding was the one to beat. We'll be recommending them to everyone for everything! We can't stress it enough, they aced it!!
Reviewed on 15-10-2020
Christine Tumminaro (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-09-2020
When my daughter & son in law’s original reception had to be postponed, we were looking for an outdoor space for a mini wedding ceremony. That’s when we discovered the Tuscan Garden & Celebrate at Snug Harbor! Erin worked with us to put together an amazing ceremony & cocktail reception that our guests are still talking about! The grounds were beautiful, food was delicious & the servers & bartenders were awesome! Erin was an absolute pleasure to work with and did everything in her control to make sure my daughter & son in law had an incredible day!! Would highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 23-09-2020
Wedding Date 18-09-2020
When my daughter & son in law’s original reception had to be postponed, we were looking for an outdoor space for a mini wedding ceremony. That’s when we discovered the Tuscan Garden & Celebrate at Snug Harbor! Erin worked with us to put together an amazing ceremony & cocktail reception that our guests are still talking about! The grounds were beautiful, food was delicious & the servers & bartenders were awesome! Erin was an absolute pleasure to work with and did everything in her control to make sure my daughter & son in law had an incredible day!! Would highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 23-09-2020
Stephanie Soffing (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-09-2020
It was truly divine intervention that we found Celebrate Snug Harbor, but my husband and I are eternally grateful that we did. Our wedding was booked at a venue in Brooklyn, and as it got to nearly a month before our date, indoor dining/gathering restrictions were still in place, and we had to come to terms with deciding on whether to postpone our event or find a different venue. My mom got the recommendation of Snug Harbor from a relative, so she called and spoke with John, relayed our sob story, and the rest is history. John and Erin (Celebrate Snug Harbor) are extremely personable and they worked their butts off to help make our wedding an event that all who attended will always remember. They coordinated with our florist, DJ, and photo/video vendors from the former venue, they kept things running on schedule as best as possible, they even golf-carted multiple family and friends around the grounds to get from the ceremony to the reception. Aside from the truly wonderful people that work for CSH (awesome service staff!), the grounds are idyllic and offer a safe, outdoor alternative for a wedding event (our ceremony was in the Tuscan Garden and reception in the tented pavilion). Everything turned out beautifully, we had a blast, and there aren't enough positive things to say about our experience with Celebrate Snug Harbor. This may not have been our original wedding day plan and venue, but we truly feel that this was the wedding we were always meant to have!
Reviewed on 14-09-2020
Wedding Date 04-09-2020
It was truly divine intervention that we found Celebrate Snug Harbor, but my husband and I are eternally grateful that we did. Our wedding was booked at a venue in Brooklyn, and as it got to nearly a month before our date, indoor dining/gathering restrictions were still in place, and we had to come to terms with deciding on whether to postpone our event or find a different venue. My mom got the recommendation of Snug Harbor from a relative, so she called and spoke with John, relayed our sob story, and the rest is history. John and Erin (Celebrate Snug Harbor) are extremely personable and they worked their butts off to help make our wedding an event that all who attended will always remember. They coordinated with our florist, DJ, and photo/video vendors from the former venue, they kept things running on schedule as best as possible, they even golf-carted multiple family and friends around the grounds to get from the ceremony to the reception. Aside from the truly wonderful people that work for CSH (awesome service staff!), the grounds are idyllic and offer a safe, outdoor alternative for a wedding event (our ceremony was in the Tuscan Garden and reception in the tented pavilion). Everything turned out beautifully, we had a blast, and there aren't enough positive things to say about our experience with Celebrate Snug Harbor. This may not have been our original wedding day plan and venue, but we truly feel that this was the wedding we were always meant to have!
Reviewed on 14-09-2020
Emily Gordon (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-08-2020
Wonderful to work with!
Reviewed on 03-09-2020
Wedding Date 22-08-2020
Wonderful to work with!
Reviewed on 03-09-2020
Samantha Cohen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-06-2020
Erin from snug harbor is my hero. My fiancé and I had to postpone our wedding and then ultimately cancel it due to the pandemic. We have been engaged a long time and didn’t want to wait any longer so we decided to elope on our original wedding date. My original venue which was also an outdoor ceremony completely refused to let us use their grounds so I scrambled to find anywhere to make it happen. This ended up being the greatest blessing in disguise because it lead us to snug harbor. I was willing to compromise on so much but i really wanted an outdoor ceremony and Erin made just that happen and so much more. We got married in the Tuscan garden and it was gorgeous like out of a fairytale! It was even better than my original venue. Erin and Justin literally made the impossible possible. Even with a pandemic and the threat of a rainstorm looming overhead that day they made my dream come true. It was everything i wished for and more. Erin stayed with us the entire time we took photos assisting in every way. She was so pleasant, so prepared and forged through any obstacle to make me the happiest bride. Snug harbor is beautiful. The people that work there are wholly dedicated to ensuring their clients happiness. I’m so grateful it worked out the way it did. I couldn’t be happier and I’ll definitely be back!
Reviewed on 29-06-2020
Wedding Date 27-06-2020
Erin from snug harbor is my hero. My fiancé and I had to postpone our wedding and then ultimately cancel it due to the pandemic. We have been engaged a long time and didn’t want to wait any longer so we decided to elope on our original wedding date. My original venue which was also an outdoor ceremony completely refused to let us use their grounds so I scrambled to find anywhere to make it happen. This ended up being the greatest blessing in disguise because it lead us to snug harbor. I was willing to compromise on so much but i really wanted an outdoor ceremony and Erin made just that happen and so much more. We got married in the Tuscan garden and it was gorgeous like out of a fairytale! It was even better than my original venue. Erin and Justin literally made the impossible possible. Even with a pandemic and the threat of a rainstorm looming overhead that day they made my dream come true. It was everything i wished for and more. Erin stayed with us the entire time we took photos assisting in every way. She was so pleasant, so prepared and forged through any obstacle to make me the happiest bride. Snug harbor is beautiful. The people that work there are wholly dedicated to ensuring their clients happiness. I’m so grateful it worked out the way it did. I couldn’t be happier and I’ll definitely be back!
Reviewed on 29-06-2020
Arielle Dumornay (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-12-2019
What can I say! Theresa was amazing, my parent's anniversary party would not have come to fruition without her help! The space is amazing, the food was delicious, the staff was very nice and helpful. It was definitely a night to remember! Thank you!!!
Reviewed on 17-12-2019
Wedding Date 14-12-2019
What can I say! Theresa was amazing, my parent's anniversary party would not have come to fruition without her help! The space is amazing, the food was delicious, the staff was very nice and helpful. It was definitely a night to remember! Thank you!!!
Reviewed on 17-12-2019
Cara Rozov (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-09-2019
I can’t express enough how perfect our wedding day was from start to finish at Celebrate at Snug Harbor! We had our ceremony in the white garden, cocktail hour in the Chinese Scholars Garden and reception in the gorgeous, Pinterest-esque Tented Pavilion. All of my guests commented on how beautiful the entire grounds are and most said something to the effect of, “I didn’t even know this existed!” Which is exactly what I was going for. If you are looking for a unique venue with incredible catering and a team that will support you from the start of your wedding planning process, to finish, Celebrate is your place. Erin & Theresa could not have been more helpful, knowledgeable, honest, professional, accommodating and most of all FUN in guiding us in our wedding planning at Celebrate. Every question and email was answered so quickly and because of how much we communicated over the course of months leading up to the wedding, it really made the actual day of so stress free and easy. The staff at Celebrate worked so well with all of our vendors and guests. The bartending staff easily accommodated our very lively crowd with ease and it was so nice to hear our guests tell us that it was one of the most fun weddings they had ever been to! We feel exactly the same way and both with we could do our wedding day all over again at Celebrate at Snug Harbor!
Reviewed on 01-11-2019
Wedding Date 13-09-2019
I can’t express enough how perfect our wedding day was from start to finish at Celebrate at Snug Harbor! We had our ceremony in the white garden, cocktail hour in the Chinese Scholars Garden and reception in the gorgeous, Pinterest-esque Tented Pavilion. All of my guests commented on how beautiful the entire grounds are and most said something to the effect of, “I didn’t even know this existed!” Which is exactly what I was going for. If you are looking for a unique venue with incredible catering and a team that will support you from the start of your wedding planning process, to finish, Celebrate is your place. Erin & Theresa could not have been more helpful, knowledgeable, honest, professional, accommodating and most of all FUN in guiding us in our wedding planning at Celebrate. Every question and email was answered so quickly and because of how much we communicated over the course of months leading up to the wedding, it really made the actual day of so stress free and easy. The staff at Celebrate worked so well with all of our vendors and guests. The bartending staff easily accommodated our very lively crowd with ease and it was so nice to hear our guests tell us that it was one of the most fun weddings they had ever been to! We feel exactly the same way and both with we could do our wedding day all over again at Celebrate at Snug Harbor!
Reviewed on 01-11-2019
Dawn Harris (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-08-2019
Attended a shower at this venue! The place is beautiful and service was excellent!
Reviewed on 31-10-2019
Wedding Date 09-08-2019
Attended a shower at this venue! The place is beautiful and service was excellent!
Reviewed on 31-10-2019
James Thompson (best man) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2019
I was at a wedding at Snug Harbor a few weeks back and it was a wonderful experience. The venue is beautiful. The food was excellent. The special, customized, treat presented was a lovely surprise. The waitstaff was attentive (especially the bartenders). It was a great experience overall.
Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Wedding Date 22-09-2019
I was at a wedding at Snug Harbor a few weeks back and it was a wonderful experience. The venue is beautiful. The food was excellent. The special, customized, treat presented was a lovely surprise. The waitstaff was attentive (especially the bartenders). It was a great experience overall.
Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Joe Lacorazza (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-09-2019
I recently attended my niece’s wedding at Snug Harbor and it was one of the best weddings that my husband and I have ever been to. The food was so special and different than any other catering venues that we have been to. The staff was polite, courteous and extremely professional. It was a class act from start to finish. We had cocktails in the Tuscan Garden, which was like something out of a movie. The Great Hall was a spectacular room with history, charm and class. The gentleman who was working with my sister and my niece, John Ianniello, was a pleasure to speak with at the wedding. His colleague, Theresa Tortorella, seemed to never stop moving; working with the staff and handling guests with ease. On behalf of my family, I would like to thank the entire staff of Celebrate Snug Harbor for a day that will certainly never be forgotten!!!
Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Wedding Date 01-09-2019
I recently attended my niece’s wedding at Snug Harbor and it was one of the best weddings that my husband and I have ever been to. The food was so special and different than any other catering venues that we have been to. The staff was polite, courteous and extremely professional. It was a class act from start to finish. We had cocktails in the Tuscan Garden, which was like something out of a movie. The Great Hall was a spectacular room with history, charm and class. The gentleman who was working with my sister and my niece, John Ianniello, was a pleasure to speak with at the wedding. His colleague, Theresa Tortorella, seemed to never stop moving; working with the staff and handling guests with ease. On behalf of my family, I would like to thank the entire staff of Celebrate Snug Harbor for a day that will certainly never be forgotten!!!
Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Dawn Tettamanti-Zinnanti (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-10-2019
Dawn ZCelebrate at Snug Harbor is an excellent venue for your wedding. John Ianello and his assistant Theresa walked us through every step and made our wedding planning smooth and easy. Snug Harbor provided delicious meals,a festive ambiance, and service nothing short of spectacular
Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Wedding Date 12-10-2019
Dawn ZCelebrate at Snug Harbor is an excellent venue for your wedding. John Ianello and his assistant Theresa walked us through every step and made our wedding planning smooth and easy. Snug Harbor provided delicious meals,a festive ambiance, and service nothing short of spectacular
Reviewed on 30-10-2019
Julia Lubrano (maid of honor) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-07-2019
I hosted my sisters bridal shower in the Tent at Celebrate Snug Harbor this past July. The tent looked absolutely stunning and the team at Celebrate couldn’t have been more helpful. The food was wonderful (we picked the brunch menu and the sangria was great!), everything was a hit. I can’t say thank you enough to all involved for making my sisters bridal show a beautiful event. I highly recommend this venue esp the tent in the spring/summer months if you looking for a serene and beautiful outdoor location.
Reviewed on 29-10-2019
Wedding Date 28-07-2019
I hosted my sisters bridal shower in the Tent at Celebrate Snug Harbor this past July. The tent looked absolutely stunning and the team at Celebrate couldn’t have been more helpful. The food was wonderful (we picked the brunch menu and the sangria was great!), everything was a hit. I can’t say thank you enough to all involved for making my sisters bridal show a beautiful event. I highly recommend this venue esp the tent in the spring/summer months if you looking for a serene and beautiful outdoor location.
Reviewed on 29-10-2019
Chris Ozone (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-08-2019
It was amazing to finally see something different then the marble palaces that are wedding venues today. Celebrate at Snug Harbor is full of history and class and they embrace that in their work. The grounds are amazing and make great use of them for ceremonies and cocktail hour. It began to rain half way through cocktail hour and they had umbrellas for all the guests to make it back inside. They were also able to provide golf carts for some over the older guests that couldn’t make the walk. An amazing venue with an equally amazing, attentive, and professional staff. Defiantly give Celebrate at Snug Harbor a look for your wedding.
Reviewed on 29-10-2019
Wedding Date 09-08-2019
It was amazing to finally see something different then the marble palaces that are wedding venues today. Celebrate at Snug Harbor is full of history and class and they embrace that in their work. The grounds are amazing and make great use of them for ceremonies and cocktail hour. It began to rain half way through cocktail hour and they had umbrellas for all the guests to make it back inside. They were also able to provide golf carts for some over the older guests that couldn’t make the walk. An amazing venue with an equally amazing, attentive, and professional staff. Defiantly give Celebrate at Snug Harbor a look for your wedding.
Reviewed on 29-10-2019
Lara Peterson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-09-2019
I tend to shy away from writing reviews, but we were so incredibly fortunate when it came to planning our wedding at Celebrate Snug Harbor, their first class team is the reason why. There were so many details to tackle when we first started thinking of our big day. Being a Bride with a very full work schedule, I was definitely overwhelmed. But Lindsey and John came to the rescue. They helped guide every decision and supported my fiancé and I each step of the way, even after hours. The result was a day full of the most intimate, beautiful memories that we will never forget. A huge thank you to Celebrate Snug Harbor for bringing our dreams to life. The care they gave us was above and beyond, and we will be forever grateful.
Reviewed on 24-10-2019
Wedding Date 21-09-2019
I tend to shy away from writing reviews, but we were so incredibly fortunate when it came to planning our wedding at Celebrate Snug Harbor, their first class team is the reason why. There were so many details to tackle when we first started thinking of our big day. Being a Bride with a very full work schedule, I was definitely overwhelmed. But Lindsey and John came to the rescue. They helped guide every decision and supported my fiancé and I each step of the way, even after hours. The result was a day full of the most intimate, beautiful memories that we will never forget. A huge thank you to Celebrate Snug Harbor for bringing our dreams to life. The care they gave us was above and beyond, and we will be forever grateful.
Reviewed on 24-10-2019
Sharde Marcigliano (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-09-2019
I’ve been going to Snug Harbor since I was a little girl but never did I think I’d get married here. Me and my fiancé were looking for something unique and we both agreed that the only place on Staten Island that we would ever consider getting married at was Snug Harbor. Our first walk through had us both in tears and right there, we knew that this was the place for us. I’ve always wanted to get married outside and seeing the Tuscan garden fulfilled my dreams. The grounds are so unique and stunning. You don’t feel like your in Staten Island. The place was perfect, the food is amazing, and the staff was like family. John and Theresa were so down to earth and very attentive. Even in the end, I had forgotten my bouquet with my grandmothers locket on it and John and Theresa saved everything for me. John even filmed our first look, so now we have the unedited version of one the most important moments of our love story.
Reviewed on 23-10-2019
Wedding Date 14-09-2019
I’ve been going to Snug Harbor since I was a little girl but never did I think I’d get married here. Me and my fiancé were looking for something unique and we both agreed that the only place on Staten Island that we would ever consider getting married at was Snug Harbor. Our first walk through had us both in tears and right there, we knew that this was the place for us. I’ve always wanted to get married outside and seeing the Tuscan garden fulfilled my dreams. The grounds are so unique and stunning. You don’t feel like your in Staten Island. The place was perfect, the food is amazing, and the staff was like family. John and Theresa were so down to earth and very attentive. Even in the end, I had forgotten my bouquet with my grandmothers locket on it and John and Theresa saved everything for me. John even filmed our first look, so now we have the unedited version of one the most important moments of our love story.
Reviewed on 23-10-2019
Ann Hannigan (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-10-2019
I COULD NOT PUT INTO WORDS HOW GREAT THE ENTIRE VENUE WAS. THE FOOD , PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND ATMOSPHERE WERE BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS. OUR EVENT MANAGER ERIN O'KEEFE WAS OUTSTANDING. SHE WALKED US THROUGH THE ENTIRE PLANNING STAGE AND FOLLOWED UP ON EVERY DETAIL UNTIL THE PARTY WAS FINISHED. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE SNUG HARBOR BALLROOM FOR ANY EVENT FROM A SMALL GATHERING UP TO A LARGE EVENT. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!
Reviewed on 22-10-2019
Wedding Date 20-10-2019
I COULD NOT PUT INTO WORDS HOW GREAT THE ENTIRE VENUE WAS. THE FOOD , PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND ATMOSPHERE WERE BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS. OUR EVENT MANAGER ERIN O'KEEFE WAS OUTSTANDING. SHE WALKED US THROUGH THE ENTIRE PLANNING STAGE AND FOLLOWED UP ON EVERY DETAIL UNTIL THE PARTY WAS FINISHED. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE SNUG HARBOR BALLROOM FOR ANY EVENT FROM A SMALL GATHERING UP TO A LARGE EVENT. YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!
Reviewed on 22-10-2019
Regina Fuks (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2019
We can’t say enough beautiful things about this venue and the service. The staff was incredibly attentive from the moment we met. Our guests continue to rave about every detail. Thank you helping us pthrow a party that will not soon be forgotten!
Reviewed on 14-10-2019
Wedding Date 22-09-2019
We can’t say enough beautiful things about this venue and the service. The staff was incredibly attentive from the moment we met. Our guests continue to rave about every detail. Thank you helping us pthrow a party that will not soon be forgotten!
Reviewed on 14-10-2019
Barbara Lerman-Kang (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-09-2019
I don't even have the words to describe my wedding experience with Celebrate at Snug Harbor! First off, I knew the venue was the right choice because, come on, it's breathtaking Snug Harbor - who wouldn't want to get married at a botanical garden? Secondly, the staff is top notch! Darryl, my amazing and talented chef whipped up a custom menu just to make our wedding special, unique, and out-of-the box. Our guests were so impressed with the food. Not only that, we had everything served family style to create a sense of family and community, because what is a wedding if not a union of two families, and both of ours are HUGE. This was an excellent way to achieve just that. Erin and Theresa were true magicians with how they work. Both were so patient with me during my hectic planning process and they honestly know how to make a bride feel special. It's almost like they were inside my head the whole time and knew what I was imagining and made it come to life! This was not just another venue that had another wedding, this was more than that. Thirdly, everyone was so accommodating to helping make my dream wedding come true that we became their first of our style of weddings. We were able to pair two locations at this venue that have never been paired, we had the reception family style which had never been done here, and we had that mouthwatering custom menu that blended our two cultures with american-style into one unified melting pot of deliciousness. Fourthly, I cannot forget about my intuitive, spunky, and attentive bridal attendant, Camilla. The was my right arm that night and I was grateful to have her.Thank you everyone at Celebrate at Snug Harbor for just being the amazing people that you are and a special thanks to Erin, Darryl, Theresa, and Cam for doing all that you do!
Reviewed on 09-10-2019
Wedding Date 28-09-2019
I don't even have the words to describe my wedding experience with Celebrate at Snug Harbor! First off, I knew the venue was the right choice because, come on, it's breathtaking Snug Harbor - who wouldn't want to get married at a botanical garden? Secondly, the staff is top notch! Darryl, my amazing and talented chef whipped up a custom menu just to make our wedding special, unique, and out-of-the box. Our guests were so impressed with the food. Not only that, we had everything served family style to create a sense of family and community, because what is a wedding if not a union of two families, and both of ours are HUGE. This was an excellent way to achieve just that. Erin and Theresa were true magicians with how they work. Both were so patient with me during my hectic planning process and they honestly know how to make a bride feel special. It's almost like they were inside my head the whole time and knew what I was imagining and made it come to life! This was not just another venue that had another wedding, this was more than that. Thirdly, everyone was so accommodating to helping make my dream wedding come true that we became their first of our style of weddings. We were able to pair two locations at this venue that have never been paired, we had the reception family style which had never been done here, and we had that mouthwatering custom menu that blended our two cultures with american-style into one unified melting pot of deliciousness. Fourthly, I cannot forget about my intuitive, spunky, and attentive bridal attendant, Camilla. The was my right arm that night and I was grateful to have her.Thank you everyone at Celebrate at Snug Harbor for just being the amazing people that you are and a special thanks to Erin, Darryl, Theresa, and Cam for doing all that you do!
Reviewed on 09-10-2019
Steven Zinnanti (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-10-2019
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Reviewed on 03-10-2019
Wedding Date 12-10-2019
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Reviewed on 03-10-2019
Grace Silver (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-08-2019
I cannot recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor enough! We had our summer wedding ceremony at the Tuscan Gardens and reception at the Great Hall and it proved to offer a beautiful setting for our special day. The venue and catering staff were incredibly attentive to all of our needs on the day of as well as the months leading up to the big day. Erin and Theresa were always very responsive and truly helped capture our vision. Everything was pure perfection and we are so happy we had our wedding here!
Reviewed on 30-09-2019
Wedding Date 10-08-2019
I cannot recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor enough! We had our summer wedding ceremony at the Tuscan Gardens and reception at the Great Hall and it proved to offer a beautiful setting for our special day. The venue and catering staff were incredibly attentive to all of our needs on the day of as well as the months leading up to the big day. Erin and Theresa were always very responsive and truly helped capture our vision. Everything was pure perfection and we are so happy we had our wedding here!
Reviewed on 30-09-2019
Kristina Caruso (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
My husband and I went to a wedding at Celebrate Snug this past Sunday. It was beautiful.. it was our first time at a wedding in the Great hall upstairs. The cocktail hour was hosted in the Tuscan Gardens outside with passed food that were large variety of choices. The food was great ! And all the waiters n waitresses were really wonderful. We had Appetizers at our table once we arrived arranged perfectly on the table . My husband for dinner had the short rib which was cutting like butter ! So great n enjoyable. I had the chicken which was also very good. Overall great experience !
Reviewed on 17-09-2019
My husband and I went to a wedding at Celebrate Snug this past Sunday. It was beautiful.. it was our first time at a wedding in the Great hall upstairs. The cocktail hour was hosted in the Tuscan Gardens outside with passed food that were large variety of choices. The food was great ! And all the waiters n waitresses were really wonderful. We had Appetizers at our table once we arrived arranged perfectly on the table . My husband for dinner had the short rib which was cutting like butter ! So great n enjoyable. I had the chicken which was also very good. Overall great experience !
Reviewed on 17-09-2019
Kristen Petino (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-10-2020
I rarely write reviews, but after dealing with Lindsey and John, I had to! From the moment I spoke with them I knew I was in good hands. Being a bride is stressful, as you want everything to be perfect. Lindsey and John eased every stress and guided me to help make my day perfect. I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you Lindsey and John for everything!
Reviewed on 11-09-2019
Wedding Date 23-10-2020
I rarely write reviews, but after dealing with Lindsey and John, I had to! From the moment I spoke with them I knew I was in good hands. Being a bride is stressful, as you want everything to be perfect. Lindsey and John eased every stress and guided me to help make my day perfect. I would recommend them to anyone. Thank you Lindsey and John for everything!
Reviewed on 11-09-2019
Kailin W (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-06-2019
We had our wedding at Snug Harbor this summer and it was beautiful! We could not be happier with the venue. The white garden sets a perfect backdrop for wedding ceremony, the Chinese Scholar’s Garden is the most unique architecture in NY, a perfect place for cocktail hour ( we would not even be able to have our own Chinese garden for wedding in China!), and the tent is great for a cool summer night. It is a lot of work for planning and coordination if you host a wedding in a public park, but it’s worth it! I would never want to do a wedding in a hotel or restaurant. The team did a great job to help us with logistics and planning. Theresa and Erin as well as John are best ever coordinators and sweet people to work with. They have provided so much help for us! We got lots of compliments from friends, the food was great, the service was wonderful, the site was so beautiful and the best for photos. Thanks for making this a dream-come-true wedding!
Reviewed on 13-08-2019
Wedding Date 15-06-2019
We had our wedding at Snug Harbor this summer and it was beautiful! We could not be happier with the venue. The white garden sets a perfect backdrop for wedding ceremony, the Chinese Scholar’s Garden is the most unique architecture in NY, a perfect place for cocktail hour ( we would not even be able to have our own Chinese garden for wedding in China!), and the tent is great for a cool summer night. It is a lot of work for planning and coordination if you host a wedding in a public park, but it’s worth it! I would never want to do a wedding in a hotel or restaurant. The team did a great job to help us with logistics and planning. Theresa and Erin as well as John are best ever coordinators and sweet people to work with. They have provided so much help for us! We got lots of compliments from friends, the food was great, the service was wonderful, the site was so beautiful and the best for photos. Thanks for making this a dream-come-true wedding!
Reviewed on 13-08-2019
Ria Ekomoni (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
On August 3rd, 2019 my family held our parents 40th Wedding Anniversary / Retirement Celebration at Snug Harbor. The dinner was absolutely AMAZING. From the planning stage to the date of the event John Ianniello Jr. (Senior Catering & Event Specialist) was a pleasure to work with. He was able to execute and co-ordinate to ensure that the guests of honor and all guests had a great time. The food and cake was delicious. The venue (Upper Great Hall) is breathtaking! We fell in love with it when he first showed us the space and eventually moved the dinner from the date we originally had in mind to 8/3/19 just to use that room. Snug Harbor is one of the unique places on Staten Island and is a wonderful location that should be explored when planning a wedding, dinner, etc.
Reviewed on 07-08-2019
On August 3rd, 2019 my family held our parents 40th Wedding Anniversary / Retirement Celebration at Snug Harbor. The dinner was absolutely AMAZING. From the planning stage to the date of the event John Ianniello Jr. (Senior Catering & Event Specialist) was a pleasure to work with. He was able to execute and co-ordinate to ensure that the guests of honor and all guests had a great time. The food and cake was delicious. The venue (Upper Great Hall) is breathtaking! We fell in love with it when he first showed us the space and eventually moved the dinner from the date we originally had in mind to 8/3/19 just to use that room. Snug Harbor is one of the unique places on Staten Island and is a wonderful location that should be explored when planning a wedding, dinner, etc.
Reviewed on 07-08-2019
Katie Mintz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-06-2019
We got married at snug harbor in June 2019 and they had a little bit of a staff change in the beginning of our planning process but they always checked in with us even though we never actually met with our “new staff”. After meeting John and Theresa we really felt comfortable with everything they had planned for our special day. They made the whole process so easy, we didn’t want to stress out or be nagged about the little things and I think they realized that right away and really took care of everything for us. Everything was beautiful and exactly what we envisioned. Also, I will never need another bridal attendant again, but if I did, it would be Shelby. I never knew what a bridal attendant was but she literally did EVERYTHING. She kept me on time, fluffed my dress, found me a cough drop, found me paper, helped me change, magically appeared with a golf cart when we were moving from one place to another. She was with me the entire time, but my husband also said he felt like she was with him a lot of the day too. Snug harbor was by far the best decision we made for our wedding.
Reviewed on 31-07-2019
Wedding Date 01-06-2019
We got married at snug harbor in June 2019 and they had a little bit of a staff change in the beginning of our planning process but they always checked in with us even though we never actually met with our “new staff”. After meeting John and Theresa we really felt comfortable with everything they had planned for our special day. They made the whole process so easy, we didn’t want to stress out or be nagged about the little things and I think they realized that right away and really took care of everything for us. Everything was beautiful and exactly what we envisioned. Also, I will never need another bridal attendant again, but if I did, it would be Shelby. I never knew what a bridal attendant was but she literally did EVERYTHING. She kept me on time, fluffed my dress, found me a cough drop, found me paper, helped me change, magically appeared with a golf cart when we were moving from one place to another. She was with me the entire time, but my husband also said he felt like she was with him a lot of the day too. Snug harbor was by far the best decision we made for our wedding.
Reviewed on 31-07-2019
James Rimassa (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-07-2019
As a fellow DJ vendor I cannot say enough good things about the entire Celebrate Team and working with them at their venue. We recently worked a Sweet 16 and the staff was professional and attentive through the entire event. We always recommend them for an event space if one of our clients is still looking for a venue to book. An added bonus the food is always great!
Reviewed on 29-07-2019
Wedding Date 13-07-2019
As a fellow DJ vendor I cannot say enough good things about the entire Celebrate Team and working with them at their venue. We recently worked a Sweet 16 and the staff was professional and attentive through the entire event. We always recommend them for an event space if one of our clients is still looking for a venue to book. An added bonus the food is always great!
Reviewed on 29-07-2019
patrizia fox (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-07-2019
We celebrated our daughter's Sweet 16 here this past weekend. What an amazing experience. I cannot say enough good things about this venue. From the minute she looked at the Great Hall she was in love with the space. John, Theresa and the entire staff made her dreams a reality. The food, the service, and just the sheer beauty of the room is amazing.
Reviewed on 29-07-2019
Wedding Date 26-07-2019
We celebrated our daughter's Sweet 16 here this past weekend. What an amazing experience. I cannot say enough good things about this venue. From the minute she looked at the Great Hall she was in love with the space. John, Theresa and the entire staff made her dreams a reality. The food, the service, and just the sheer beauty of the room is amazing.
Reviewed on 29-07-2019
Christina Squitieri (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-06-2019
Our wedding was absolutely beautiful, and we were lucky to have amazing weather and be in such an incredible space. The gardens and the Great Hall were magnificent, and the food was *amazing*. Get the rack of lamb; our guests were raving about it.The venue should get 3.5 stars (I rounded up to 4 since we had such a special day) because we had a number of snafus to be aware of: 1) our original event planner at Snug stop answering our emails and was mysteriously fired--something we didn't find out until our next payment was due. 2) John, who took over, was great, but even though we were told by our original contact that there was only one wedding per day, that wasn't true. There were more, and John ended up working that one, so the day of the wedding we met two people who were going to be working it for the first time; John never mentioned this to us in all of our correspondence. 3) Because we were not told there was more than one wedding, the valet parking we paid for sent people to the wrong wedding site, and one of our friends ended up missing our ceremony because they were sent to the wrong place! If we had found out before the morning of when we were taking our photos we were there we would have made sure our guests knew to ask specifically for our wedding 4) Our day of coordinator, who we met briefly, was also let go, something we were not told until I asked why she was no longer CCed on our emails. I was very unhappy about this because all of our vendors had contact information for someone who was no longer at the company and they never told us. What if I didn't ask? Theresa, who took over, was great--but we also barely saw her the day of the wedding, because she (like John) was working the other one.5) Shelby, who helped us the day of, was nice, but likely due to the loss of staff things we wanted (such as a sample of all the cocktail hour food in the bridal suite) never happened. My husband wanted nothing more than the sushi, and we got none of it. They told us they were making the mini chicken tacos for us, and they never appeared. I'm not even sure if guests got them.6) The festoon lights, which in our planning sheet were noted to be removed, were not taken down. We hated them, as they closed off the space completely, and when I tossed my bouquet it hit the lights, exploded (flowers went flying out), and broke two bulbs. Our guests were lucky they were not hit with shards of glass.7) In general, we felt like our wedding was not a priority, and were really annoyed that our (new) wedding coordinators, John and Theresa, were not making sure things were going right on our special day.Again, the space was spectacular, the food was amazing, and we have absolutely no regrets having our wedding at Snug Harbor. We would recommend it to other couples. But make sure to demand things, like being paired with the same coordinators for the day of, ensuring that the valet parking people KNOW there are TWO weddings, that the festoon lights are not there when you arrive (unless you want them to be), that everything your guests are getting--including sushi--is waiting in your bridal suite to eat during cocktail hour, and follow up constantly. I made sure to send multiple follow up emails, but was never once told that our coordinator would not be working our wedding. Meeting our day-of coordinator for the FIRST TIME the morning of the wedding (I didn't even get an email from anyone) was just unacceptable.
Reviewed on 28-07-2019
Wedding Date 23-06-2019
Our wedding was absolutely beautiful, and we were lucky to have amazing weather and be in such an incredible space. The gardens and the Great Hall were magnificent, and the food was *amazing*. Get the rack of lamb; our guests were raving about it.The venue should get 3.5 stars (I rounded up to 4 since we had such a special day) because we had a number of snafus to be aware of: 1) our original event planner at Snug stop answering our emails and was mysteriously fired--something we didn't find out until our next payment was due. 2) John, who took over, was great, but even though we were told by our original contact that there was only one wedding per day, that wasn't true. There were more, and John ended up working that one, so the day of the wedding we met two people who were going to be working it for the first time; John never mentioned this to us in all of our correspondence. 3) Because we were not told there was more than one wedding, the valet parking we paid for sent people to the wrong wedding site, and one of our friends ended up missing our ceremony because they were sent to the wrong place! If we had found out before the morning of when we were taking our photos we were there we would have made sure our guests knew to ask specifically for our wedding 4) Our day of coordinator, who we met briefly, was also let go, something we were not told until I asked why she was no longer CCed on our emails. I was very unhappy about this because all of our vendors had contact information for someone who was no longer at the company and they never told us. What if I didn't ask? Theresa, who took over, was great--but we also barely saw her the day of the wedding, because she (like John) was working the other one.5) Shelby, who helped us the day of, was nice, but likely due to the loss of staff things we wanted (such as a sample of all the cocktail hour food in the bridal suite) never happened. My husband wanted nothing more than the sushi, and we got none of it. They told us they were making the mini chicken tacos for us, and they never appeared. I'm not even sure if guests got them.6) The festoon lights, which in our planning sheet were noted to be removed, were not taken down. We hated them, as they closed off the space completely, and when I tossed my bouquet it hit the lights, exploded (flowers went flying out), and broke two bulbs. Our guests were lucky they were not hit with shards of glass.7) In general, we felt like our wedding was not a priority, and were really annoyed that our (new) wedding coordinators, John and Theresa, were not making sure things were going right on our special day.Again, the space was spectacular, the food was amazing, and we have absolutely no regrets having our wedding at Snug Harbor. We would recommend it to other couples. But make sure to demand things, like being paired with the same coordinators for the day of, ensuring that the valet parking people KNOW there are TWO weddings, that the festoon lights are not there when you arrive (unless you want them to be), that everything your guests are getting--including sushi--is waiting in your bridal suite to eat during cocktail hour, and follow up constantly. I made sure to send multiple follow up emails, but was never once told that our coordinator would not be working our wedding. Meeting our day-of coordinator for the FIRST TIME the morning of the wedding (I didn't even get an email from anyone) was just unacceptable.
Reviewed on 28-07-2019
Ashley Heedles (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-07-2019
I cannot thank John & Theresa enough for helping me plan my dream wedding in only four months! When I had come to them with the idea of a daytime wedding, they had so many ideas for me and helped make our event magical. We chose to get married at Snug Harbor and then have an early Sunday wedding dinner under their tented pavilion. Our family was blown away by the beauty of Snug Harbor and continue to rave about the passed hors d’oeuvres as well as the passed desserts. Everything was absolutely perfect, and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with John and Theresa as well as the rest of the Celebrate team!
Reviewed on 23-07-2019
Wedding Date 14-07-2019
I cannot thank John & Theresa enough for helping me plan my dream wedding in only four months! When I had come to them with the idea of a daytime wedding, they had so many ideas for me and helped make our event magical. We chose to get married at Snug Harbor and then have an early Sunday wedding dinner under their tented pavilion. Our family was blown away by the beauty of Snug Harbor and continue to rave about the passed hors d’oeuvres as well as the passed desserts. Everything was absolutely perfect, and I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with John and Theresa as well as the rest of the Celebrate team!
Reviewed on 23-07-2019
John Surace (groom) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-06-2019
The grounds are stunning, but Celebrate Snug Harbor's coordination with the remainder of the park left something to be desired. Although my wife and I corresponded with Erin for over a year, there was no mention of the carnival that took place adjacent to the Tuscan Garden. We instead learned about it on the morning of our wedding. The event pushed our wedding back an hour, though we only received a thirty minute extension. This put a lot of pressure on Erin and her team, as well as our photographer and DJ. We missed plenty of photo opportunities, most of which we spent the months leading up to our wedding planning with our photographer. Elderly guests were stranded for a bit as only 1 golf cart was available, though we were told there would be multiple. Our dedicated valet parking lot was overrun with carnival goers, and all of my guests had to scramble to find parking wherever available. I literally parked in weeds. Guests were wandering around lost in the dimly park at night, trying to find their cars.Although Celebrate Snug Harbor compensated us for additional fees incurred by the photography studio, they completely dropped the ball and forgot to set aside cocktail hour food for my wife and me. We were, however, offered us a cheese board moments before making our entrance in the Great Hall. We took care and consideration in selecting the food for the cocktail hour, and were assured we'd be served, too.The aforementioned issues, as well others were thoroughly addressed in a letter to the CEO, and in addition to a check to cover the photography bill, we only spa robes with initials embroidered on them. Meh.No formal apology from Erin or her staff, either.If you book, ask lots of questions.
Reviewed on 12-07-2019
Wedding Date 01-06-2019
The grounds are stunning, but Celebrate Snug Harbor's coordination with the remainder of the park left something to be desired. Although my wife and I corresponded with Erin for over a year, there was no mention of the carnival that took place adjacent to the Tuscan Garden. We instead learned about it on the morning of our wedding. The event pushed our wedding back an hour, though we only received a thirty minute extension. This put a lot of pressure on Erin and her team, as well as our photographer and DJ. We missed plenty of photo opportunities, most of which we spent the months leading up to our wedding planning with our photographer. Elderly guests were stranded for a bit as only 1 golf cart was available, though we were told there would be multiple. Our dedicated valet parking lot was overrun with carnival goers, and all of my guests had to scramble to find parking wherever available. I literally parked in weeds. Guests were wandering around lost in the dimly park at night, trying to find their cars.Although Celebrate Snug Harbor compensated us for additional fees incurred by the photography studio, they completely dropped the ball and forgot to set aside cocktail hour food for my wife and me. We were, however, offered us a cheese board moments before making our entrance in the Great Hall. We took care and consideration in selecting the food for the cocktail hour, and were assured we'd be served, too.The aforementioned issues, as well others were thoroughly addressed in a letter to the CEO, and in addition to a check to cover the photography bill, we only spa robes with initials embroidered on them. Meh.No formal apology from Erin or her staff, either.If you book, ask lots of questions.
Reviewed on 12-07-2019
Laura Menjivar (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-06-2019
I don't even know where to begin, I got married at snug harbor on June 2nd, 2019 and to sum up all my emotions into one word, it was breathtaking. I booked this venue a few days after I took the tour, the grouds had massive potential to be turned into the \"greenery\" wedding that I dreamed about. From an beautiful Chinese schoolar garden to the spectacular tuscan garden and a simple yet sophisticated tented pavilion, I knew my wedding had to be there. A few months before the wedding as any bride would feel I was all over the place, obviously beginning to doubt my venue, photographer and even wedding dress. I never felt so safe, taken care of and relaxed than when John Lanniello (wedding coordinator) grabbed my hand and said \"enjoy your day, I got it from here\". I get very emotional about it because my mind was a mess leading up to my wedding day, him and his dedicated team made it happen so effortless and impeccable. I want to thank Snug Harbor's team from the caters, bartenders, cooks and everyone who contributed to make my guest feel welcomed by all of you.
Reviewed on 02-07-2019
Wedding Date 02-06-2019
I don't even know where to begin, I got married at snug harbor on June 2nd, 2019 and to sum up all my emotions into one word, it was breathtaking. I booked this venue a few days after I took the tour, the grouds had massive potential to be turned into the \"greenery\" wedding that I dreamed about. From an beautiful Chinese schoolar garden to the spectacular tuscan garden and a simple yet sophisticated tented pavilion, I knew my wedding had to be there. A few months before the wedding as any bride would feel I was all over the place, obviously beginning to doubt my venue, photographer and even wedding dress. I never felt so safe, taken care of and relaxed than when John Lanniello (wedding coordinator) grabbed my hand and said \"enjoy your day, I got it from here\". I get very emotional about it because my mind was a mess leading up to my wedding day, him and his dedicated team made it happen so effortless and impeccable. I want to thank Snug Harbor's team from the caters, bartenders, cooks and everyone who contributed to make my guest feel welcomed by all of you.
Reviewed on 02-07-2019
Gloria Spezio (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-05-2019
Everything was wonderful from start to finish! John Ianniello was our event specialist for our daughters recent Communion party at Celebrate at Snug Harbors Tented Pavilion. John and his crew were a pleasure to work with! John was very professional throughout the entire event planning process. He stayed on top of everything and was on point making sure he catered to any/all requests we had. From diving into the storage room to find the perfect coordinating chargers, risers, and props for our dessert bar display, to staying late to ensure that our final layout was exactly as we had envisioned it, to getting my place cards on each plate at the very last minute when I arrived with them, to bringing all of our visions to fruition the day of the event. John, Theresa, & Erin were incredible!! They truly attended to all we had wished for and much more. The Tented Pavilion was gorgeous! The drapery and Chandeliers were so pretty! They brought such an elegant touch to the venue. The Pavilion was spacious. It was perfect for our event, as the kids were able to play on the grass off the platform & enjoy the bubble entertainer we had. Everyone loved the whole ambiance of the event. My guests complimented on how wonderful everything was. The service was great! The food was excellent!!! Each dish was presented in such a beautiful display!! The grounds are absolutely gorgeous for pictures. It was so convenient that we were able to capture all the beauty of the lush botanical gardens in our pictures. Our pictures are really beautiful. The natural greenery and blossoming flowers made the perfect backdrops for our special day!! Overall, we were beyond happy with the venue, John and his crew, and the grounds at Snug Harbor. If you are planning an upcoming event I highly recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor they will not disappoint!!! I look forward to my next event at Snug Harbor and have made the recommendation to anyone that asks.
Reviewed on 24-06-2019
Wedding Date 04-05-2019
Everything was wonderful from start to finish! John Ianniello was our event specialist for our daughters recent Communion party at Celebrate at Snug Harbors Tented Pavilion. John and his crew were a pleasure to work with! John was very professional throughout the entire event planning process. He stayed on top of everything and was on point making sure he catered to any/all requests we had. From diving into the storage room to find the perfect coordinating chargers, risers, and props for our dessert bar display, to staying late to ensure that our final layout was exactly as we had envisioned it, to getting my place cards on each plate at the very last minute when I arrived with them, to bringing all of our visions to fruition the day of the event. John, Theresa, & Erin were incredible!! They truly attended to all we had wished for and much more. The Tented Pavilion was gorgeous! The drapery and Chandeliers were so pretty! They brought such an elegant touch to the venue. The Pavilion was spacious. It was perfect for our event, as the kids were able to play on the grass off the platform & enjoy the bubble entertainer we had. Everyone loved the whole ambiance of the event. My guests complimented on how wonderful everything was. The service was great! The food was excellent!!! Each dish was presented in such a beautiful display!! The grounds are absolutely gorgeous for pictures. It was so convenient that we were able to capture all the beauty of the lush botanical gardens in our pictures. Our pictures are really beautiful. The natural greenery and blossoming flowers made the perfect backdrops for our special day!! Overall, we were beyond happy with the venue, John and his crew, and the grounds at Snug Harbor. If you are planning an upcoming event I highly recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor they will not disappoint!!! I look forward to my next event at Snug Harbor and have made the recommendation to anyone that asks.
Reviewed on 24-06-2019
Julie Greenberg-naab (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-06-2019
Fantastic wedding, super helpful staff for planning and st the wedding, amazingly beautiful setting.
Reviewed on 19-06-2019
Wedding Date 16-06-2019
Fantastic wedding, super helpful staff for planning and st the wedding, amazingly beautiful setting.
Reviewed on 19-06-2019
T V (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
I hosted a bridal shower in the tented pavilion May 2019. I will start by saying I am extremely picky and my expectations were the same as from my very own wedding (for reference I am comparing to an iconic Manhattan venue.) John and his team surpassed that experience Not one detail was over looked and they were so incredibly involved, invested and truly cared about every aspect as if it were their own personal event. For example, John created a signature drink table for us and it was spectacular, apparent to all the effort put in on the “extras”Service - waitstaff was amazing !! No one had an empty drink or was ever in need of anything, someone was always there. The attention to detail was exceptional and they helped keep the party flowing nicely which is important. Food- this is not standard “venue” food. The chef and John work to come up with creative options. This is something you do not experience at most venues. Ambiance - dreamy. The tent was new and magnificent , the chandelier and draping added elevated detail, it’s truly like another world. The bride was so pleased she is looking here for her wedding too.
Reviewed on 29-05-2019
I hosted a bridal shower in the tented pavilion May 2019. I will start by saying I am extremely picky and my expectations were the same as from my very own wedding (for reference I am comparing to an iconic Manhattan venue.) John and his team surpassed that experience Not one detail was over looked and they were so incredibly involved, invested and truly cared about every aspect as if it were their own personal event. For example, John created a signature drink table for us and it was spectacular, apparent to all the effort put in on the “extras”Service - waitstaff was amazing !! No one had an empty drink or was ever in need of anything, someone was always there. The attention to detail was exceptional and they helped keep the party flowing nicely which is important. Food- this is not standard “venue” food. The chef and John work to come up with creative options. This is something you do not experience at most venues. Ambiance - dreamy. The tent was new and magnificent , the chandelier and draping added elevated detail, it’s truly like another world. The bride was so pleased she is looking here for her wedding too.
Reviewed on 29-05-2019
Nora O'Keefe (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-05-2019
My goddaughter had her baby shower here on May 19th and it was one of the most beautiful events I have attended. The Great Hall is stunning and so versatile with set-up, the food was absolutely delicious, and the staff were some of the most professional and personable I have had the pleasure of meeting at an event. Thank you so much to Erin and the Snug Team for putting together such a wonderful and memorable day for my family and I. Looking forward to hosting more events here!
Reviewed on 25-05-2019
Wedding Date 19-05-2019
My goddaughter had her baby shower here on May 19th and it was one of the most beautiful events I have attended. The Great Hall is stunning and so versatile with set-up, the food was absolutely delicious, and the staff were some of the most professional and personable I have had the pleasure of meeting at an event. Thank you so much to Erin and the Snug Team for putting together such a wonderful and memorable day for my family and I. Looking forward to hosting more events here!
Reviewed on 25-05-2019
Christina Gangidino (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-05-2019
Words cannot explain how happy we are with our wedding this past Saturday at Snug Harbor. Everything was PERFECT and the food was bomb. The team at Snug Harbor is INCREDIBLE -- shout outs to Erin, Theresa, Shelby and the rest of the Snug crew. Thank you all for making this a day to remember.
Reviewed on 06-05-2019
Wedding Date 04-05-2019
Words cannot explain how happy we are with our wedding this past Saturday at Snug Harbor. Everything was PERFECT and the food was bomb. The team at Snug Harbor is INCREDIBLE -- shout outs to Erin, Theresa, Shelby and the rest of the Snug crew. Thank you all for making this a day to remember.
Reviewed on 06-05-2019
Meghan M (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-04-2018
The room was stunning and the perfect setting for a shower! The food was excellent and services was attentive and friendly. Would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 20-04-2019
Wedding Date 22-04-2018
The room was stunning and the perfect setting for a shower! The food was excellent and services was attentive and friendly. Would definitely recommend!
Reviewed on 20-04-2019
Gerrianna Cardito (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-12-2018
My wedding was this weekend at Celebrate at Snug Harbor and it couldn’t have been more perfect!! From the start of our engagement and planning all I heard was“ with every wedding expect something to go wrong, nothing is perfect”....and though I assure you that it is very true, let me start off by saying our reception was as close to perfection as it gets. My fiancé and I had a very untraditional wedding. Both of us wanted a Game of Thrones/ Harry Potter inspired feel and oh boy did we obtain that in the “Great Hall”. The room is stunning. Frankly a “must see”. We had 4 other hall appointments booked and canceled them immediately after seeing the beauty of the room and meeting with the team. The Snug Harbor team we had can only be described as the dream team; John, Theresa, and Erin made our wedding what it was, going above and beyond their roles to make sure everything was what we had envisioned. They embraced all our ideas with smiles and openness and made us feel immediately like family. They worked with us, giving us ideas of what they (not “we”, “they”) can do to make our dream a reality even more. Little things like taking the time to find the “Game of Thrones” font for our menus (their idea entirely), to creating the perfect table numbers for us (also their idea), the work they put in went above the contract we signed. I cannot stress this enough as I really believe you will not get this at any other hall. In John my fiancé immediately gained another usher. He helped my fiancé with the very detailed set up of our tables. He could have just let my fiancé in and left to do paper work or bring work in the room to do, but he stayed for hours, helping him hands on. In Theresa and Erin I gained two bridesmaids. I often found myself calling them just to throw ideas at them or update them on projects I was working on. They were nothing short of amazing. Also, the waitstaff was beyond friendly: asking my guests if they needed anything, smiling all night, they were just as part of making the wedding as great as it was as anything else. One of the women on the waitstaff told me that she actually had off that day and requested to work our wedding just to be a part of the experience we and the team created. Who does that?? That’s how passionate and dedicated they are at Snug Harbor. Now onto the food. By all guests counts, the food was amazing. All the appetizers were like mini works of art with taste to match. Our dinner was the best meal I’ve ever had in my life. My husband who is 6’5’’ and can eat a meal or 2 at a time said everything he had was amazing. The spicy foods we picked were right on point. They were able to create our signature drinks, butter beer and a winter-jack Apple cider, with no problem. We had a guest who couldn’t eat fish due to very severe allergy and they were very careful tohandle her food in a separate area. The grounds spectular, beautiful even on the damp day we had. You aren’t going find grounds more perfect. They have buildings dating back from the 1800’s, beautiful trees I assure you look just as stunning in December as they do in June. Reading this back I want to assure you all that if something was wrong with the hall in any way my fiancé and I would be honest in writing it because we know planning a wedding is serious business and we wouldn’t want to pass a headache onto anyone. The place and people were perfect and we can’t imagine better place to book.
Reviewed on 18-12-2018
Wedding Date 15-12-2018
My wedding was this weekend at Celebrate at Snug Harbor and it couldn’t have been more perfect!! From the start of our engagement and planning all I heard was“ with every wedding expect something to go wrong, nothing is perfect”....and though I assure you that it is very true, let me start off by saying our reception was as close to perfection as it gets. My fiancé and I had a very untraditional wedding. Both of us wanted a Game of Thrones/ Harry Potter inspired feel and oh boy did we obtain that in the “Great Hall”. The room is stunning. Frankly a “must see”. We had 4 other hall appointments booked and canceled them immediately after seeing the beauty of the room and meeting with the team. The Snug Harbor team we had can only be described as the dream team; John, Theresa, and Erin made our wedding what it was, going above and beyond their roles to make sure everything was what we had envisioned. They embraced all our ideas with smiles and openness and made us feel immediately like family. They worked with us, giving us ideas of what they (not “we”, “they”) can do to make our dream a reality even more. Little things like taking the time to find the “Game of Thrones” font for our menus (their idea entirely), to creating the perfect table numbers for us (also their idea), the work they put in went above the contract we signed. I cannot stress this enough as I really believe you will not get this at any other hall. In John my fiancé immediately gained another usher. He helped my fiancé with the very detailed set up of our tables. He could have just let my fiancé in and left to do paper work or bring work in the room to do, but he stayed for hours, helping him hands on. In Theresa and Erin I gained two bridesmaids. I often found myself calling them just to throw ideas at them or update them on projects I was working on. They were nothing short of amazing. Also, the waitstaff was beyond friendly: asking my guests if they needed anything, smiling all night, they were just as part of making the wedding as great as it was as anything else. One of the women on the waitstaff told me that she actually had off that day and requested to work our wedding just to be a part of the experience we and the team created. Who does that?? That’s how passionate and dedicated they are at Snug Harbor. Now onto the food. By all guests counts, the food was amazing. All the appetizers were like mini works of art with taste to match. Our dinner was the best meal I’ve ever had in my life. My husband who is 6’5’’ and can eat a meal or 2 at a time said everything he had was amazing. The spicy foods we picked were right on point. They were able to create our signature drinks, butter beer and a winter-jack Apple cider, with no problem. We had a guest who couldn’t eat fish due to very severe allergy and they were very careful tohandle her food in a separate area. The grounds spectular, beautiful even on the damp day we had. You aren’t going find grounds more perfect. They have buildings dating back from the 1800’s, beautiful trees I assure you look just as stunning in December as they do in June. Reading this back I want to assure you all that if something was wrong with the hall in any way my fiancé and I would be honest in writing it because we know planning a wedding is serious business and we wouldn’t want to pass a headache onto anyone. The place and people were perfect and we can’t imagine better place to book.
Reviewed on 18-12-2018
j miller (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-08-2018
We were married at Celebrate on 8.17.18 and the day could not have been more perfect! John and Theresa were a pleasure to work with – they made every step of the planning process easy and fun. From the moment we visited the property at Snug Harbor, we fell in love with the gardens and tented pavilion. They had lots of great suggestions on how to make the day special , we had a custom menu (lots of allergies and Celiac). The Chef spent a great deal of time with us talking through options creating the perfect menu. On event day, everything was in order. We were escorted to all of our photo locations via golf cart. There are so many beautiful places to take photos, its best to make a plan with your photographer to make sure you don’t miss any great shots. We arrived at the cocktail hour with a few minutes to spare and Erin, our rock star bridal attendant had a sample hors d’oeuvre plate waiting for us. We had the ceremony in the White Garden, cocktail party in the Chinese Scholar Garden and reception in the tent – its was magical. The wait staff was professional and friendly. The food was delicious and the tent looked beautiful. I highly recommend Celebrate Snug Harbor for anyone looking for a truly unique wedding venue. The team at Snug really went above an beyond to make our day perfect, we’re already planning to host a baby shower in the Great Hall!
Reviewed on 28-11-2018
Wedding Date 17-08-2018
We were married at Celebrate on 8.17.18 and the day could not have been more perfect! John and Theresa were a pleasure to work with – they made every step of the planning process easy and fun. From the moment we visited the property at Snug Harbor, we fell in love with the gardens and tented pavilion. They had lots of great suggestions on how to make the day special , we had a custom menu (lots of allergies and Celiac). The Chef spent a great deal of time with us talking through options creating the perfect menu. On event day, everything was in order. We were escorted to all of our photo locations via golf cart. There are so many beautiful places to take photos, its best to make a plan with your photographer to make sure you don’t miss any great shots. We arrived at the cocktail hour with a few minutes to spare and Erin, our rock star bridal attendant had a sample hors d’oeuvre plate waiting for us. We had the ceremony in the White Garden, cocktail party in the Chinese Scholar Garden and reception in the tent – its was magical. The wait staff was professional and friendly. The food was delicious and the tent looked beautiful. I highly recommend Celebrate Snug Harbor for anyone looking for a truly unique wedding venue. The team at Snug really went above an beyond to make our day perfect, we’re already planning to host a baby shower in the Great Hall!
Reviewed on 28-11-2018
Ben&Tiamaria Fiengo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2018
I wanted to post a review and thank Celebrate at Snug Harbor for our beautiful Wedding Day. We searched so many venues and knew this was the one. From start to finish John and Theresa were so professional and really made our day special for us. They made it easy. Our guests were important to us, and we are still getting calls raving about the Food and grounds. We couldn’t be more pleased. Snug Harbor is not only gorgeous but working with such a great team made our day even more magical.
Reviewed on 31-10-2018
Wedding Date 22-09-2018
I wanted to post a review and thank Celebrate at Snug Harbor for our beautiful Wedding Day. We searched so many venues and knew this was the one. From start to finish John and Theresa were so professional and really made our day special for us. They made it easy. Our guests were important to us, and we are still getting calls raving about the Food and grounds. We couldn’t be more pleased. Snug Harbor is not only gorgeous but working with such a great team made our day even more magical.
Reviewed on 31-10-2018
Victoria Cavaluzzi (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-10-2018
Celebrate Snug Harbor went above and beyond for our wedding day! From the first meeting with Theresa and John, we knew we were in great hands. They listened to our plans and sent us a proposal with in a day that includes everything we wanted. They were great about staying in touch and keeping us on track. We were in the process of moving and getting married, it was a little crazy, but the wedding was easy and fun! We highly recommend having your special day here!
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Wedding Date 20-10-2018
Celebrate Snug Harbor went above and beyond for our wedding day! From the first meeting with Theresa and John, we knew we were in great hands. They listened to our plans and sent us a proposal with in a day that includes everything we wanted. They were great about staying in touch and keeping us on track. We were in the process of moving and getting married, it was a little crazy, but the wedding was easy and fun! We highly recommend having your special day here!
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Mac Jankov (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-09-2018
The team at Celebrate were amazing to work with. We were married in the Great Hall on September 30 th. John and Erin were great to work with on event day exceeded expectation. i would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone looking for place to have a memorial wedding/reception.
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Wedding Date 30-09-2018
The team at Celebrate were amazing to work with. We were married in the Great Hall on September 30 th. John and Erin were great to work with on event day exceeded expectation. i would absolutely recommend this venue to anyone looking for place to have a memorial wedding/reception.
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Meg Latuja (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-07-2018
Celebrate brought our wedding day vision to life. We were married over the Fourth of July holiday and everything was magical from start to finish. John and Theresa were so professional and helpful, they made everything easy. Snug Harbor is absolutely gorgeous, our day was lovely. Guests were raving about how good the food was. I cant thank John and the team enough. We looked at several venues before we signed a contract. We made the right choice, our wedding day was perfect!
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Wedding Date 03-07-2018
Celebrate brought our wedding day vision to life. We were married over the Fourth of July holiday and everything was magical from start to finish. John and Theresa were so professional and helpful, they made everything easy. Snug Harbor is absolutely gorgeous, our day was lovely. Guests were raving about how good the food was. I cant thank John and the team enough. We looked at several venues before we signed a contract. We made the right choice, our wedding day was perfect!
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Diana C (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-10-2018
We were married on October 7 th in the White Garden with cocktails in the Chinese Scholar Garden and dinner in the tent. We took amazing photos all over the grounds of Snug Harbor. John escorted us in a golf cart to be sure we didn’t miss our cocktail hour.The Chinese Scholar Garden is stunning. And then tent looked beautiful surrounded by the gardens. We wanted to have a menu that reflected my Korean heritage and my husbands Italian roots, we met with Chef Darryll and he created a custom menu everyone loved. Erin and Theresa were amazing to work with. They thought of everything. I highly recommend Celebrate.
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Wedding Date 07-10-2018
We were married on October 7 th in the White Garden with cocktails in the Chinese Scholar Garden and dinner in the tent. We took amazing photos all over the grounds of Snug Harbor. John escorted us in a golf cart to be sure we didn’t miss our cocktail hour.The Chinese Scholar Garden is stunning. And then tent looked beautiful surrounded by the gardens. We wanted to have a menu that reflected my Korean heritage and my husbands Italian roots, we met with Chef Darryll and he created a custom menu everyone loved. Erin and Theresa were amazing to work with. They thought of everything. I highly recommend Celebrate.
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Jessica M (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Thank you Erin and John, you made our day perfect! We just got married last week at Celebrate Snug Harbor. Erin took great care of our family and friends in the Bridal suite. John and Erin were amazing to work with. We were able to really relax and enjoy the day !
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Thank you Erin and John, you made our day perfect! We just got married last week at Celebrate Snug Harbor. Erin took great care of our family and friends in the Bridal suite. John and Erin were amazing to work with. We were able to really relax and enjoy the day !
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Anibal Torres (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-08-2018
My wife and I recently hosted our wedding day at celebrate Snug Harbor. I grew up on Staten Island and move to the city several years ago. With so much family still living on the island, we decided to look at venues on SI. Nothing compares to the grounds of snug Harbor.From the moment we reached out to Celebrate, they were quick, responsive and professional. We made an appointment to view the grounds and Immediately asked for a contract.One year later, on our wedding day everything was perfect! Teresa, Erin and John were amazing ! I can’t thank them enough.
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Wedding Date 08-08-2018
My wife and I recently hosted our wedding day at celebrate Snug Harbor. I grew up on Staten Island and move to the city several years ago. With so much family still living on the island, we decided to look at venues on SI. Nothing compares to the grounds of snug Harbor.From the moment we reached out to Celebrate, they were quick, responsive and professional. We made an appointment to view the grounds and Immediately asked for a contract.One year later, on our wedding day everything was perfect! Teresa, Erin and John were amazing ! I can’t thank them enough.
Reviewed on 30-10-2018
Bernice Nieves (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-07-2018
Our wedding took place on July 15 th in the Tent with ceremony in the White Garden. The grounds were in full bloom and our photos are stunning. Theresa and John planned every detail, had great recommendations and made the whole process easy. We used all of their recommended vendors and were thrilled with the results. We had a family style barbecue menu for the reception that guests loved. Everything was delicious and the staff amazing. We can’t wait for our next occasion.
Reviewed on 29-10-2018
Wedding Date 15-07-2018
Our wedding took place on July 15 th in the Tent with ceremony in the White Garden. The grounds were in full bloom and our photos are stunning. Theresa and John planned every detail, had great recommendations and made the whole process easy. We used all of their recommended vendors and were thrilled with the results. We had a family style barbecue menu for the reception that guests loved. Everything was delicious and the staff amazing. We can’t wait for our next occasion.
Reviewed on 29-10-2018
Ryan Goldberg (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-10-2018
Snug Harbor was the one and only place my wife and I checked out for our wedding. We didn't need to see a second. I'd visited it many years earlier and it was even more beautiful than I remembered it. From the first visit the folks at Snug were warm, tremendously helpful, and a pleasure to work with. We turned our wedding around in about three months and yet with their support and hard work it never felt overwhelming. Everything we talked about for the wedding, they delivered on. We had our ceremony in the Tuscan Garden, which is beautiful, and then our reception in the Great Hall. I feel honored that we could get married in such a historic place. And they made everything great: the food, the candle-lit setting, the sound system for our band. My only regret is that we don't get to do it all over again!
Reviewed on 29-10-2018
Wedding Date 13-10-2018
Snug Harbor was the one and only place my wife and I checked out for our wedding. We didn't need to see a second. I'd visited it many years earlier and it was even more beautiful than I remembered it. From the first visit the folks at Snug were warm, tremendously helpful, and a pleasure to work with. We turned our wedding around in about three months and yet with their support and hard work it never felt overwhelming. Everything we talked about for the wedding, they delivered on. We had our ceremony in the Tuscan Garden, which is beautiful, and then our reception in the Great Hall. I feel honored that we could get married in such a historic place. And they made everything great: the food, the candle-lit setting, the sound system for our band. My only regret is that we don't get to do it all over again!
Reviewed on 29-10-2018
Kristina D'Augusta (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-04-2018
Recently attended a bridal shower here at the end of April and cannot say enough about the attentiveness and detail the staff put into this event. They went above and beyond for the guest of honor and the her guests attending. The food was incredible and the scenery was a nice touch as well. Will definitely be back for my own event!
Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Wedding Date 22-04-2018
Recently attended a bridal shower here at the end of April and cannot say enough about the attentiveness and detail the staff put into this event. They went above and beyond for the guest of honor and the her guests attending. The food was incredible and the scenery was a nice touch as well. Will definitely be back for my own event!
Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Samantha Zaleta (guest) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-04-2018
I attended a bridal shower here back in the spring. It was a beautiful venue that made the perfect backdrop for a spring bridal shower with a floral theme. The food was a brunch style menu and was delicious. There were lots of options for brunch/lunch along with sangria and a champagne tower. The chef’s mini dessert table was a big hit. The staff was very friendly throughout the day and always checked on our table to see how we were doing and if we needed more drinks etc. We walked the grounds after the event and they were awesome, esp for photo opportunities! I would love to attend another event here in the future.
Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Wedding Date 22-04-2018
I attended a bridal shower here back in the spring. It was a beautiful venue that made the perfect backdrop for a spring bridal shower with a floral theme. The food was a brunch style menu and was delicious. There were lots of options for brunch/lunch along with sangria and a champagne tower. The chef’s mini dessert table was a big hit. The staff was very friendly throughout the day and always checked on our table to see how we were doing and if we needed more drinks etc. We walked the grounds after the event and they were awesome, esp for photo opportunities! I would love to attend another event here in the future.
Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Sarah Tyler (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-10-2018
We got married at Celebrate on 10.6.18 and were beyond happy with our wedding . The team exceeded our expectations and made the whole process easy.The Tuscan Garden was picture perfect for our ceremony and cocktail hour. We knew from the moment we entered the Great Hall, we had found the perfect venue.Theresa, John and Erin were a great team and worked hard to make sure every detail was spot on. My family helped plan the wedding from overseas, so coordination needed to be very organized.On our day – everything was perfect – I can’t recommend them enough.
Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Wedding Date 06-10-2018
We got married at Celebrate on 10.6.18 and were beyond happy with our wedding . The team exceeded our expectations and made the whole process easy.The Tuscan Garden was picture perfect for our ceremony and cocktail hour. We knew from the moment we entered the Great Hall, we had found the perfect venue.Theresa, John and Erin were a great team and worked hard to make sure every detail was spot on. My family helped plan the wedding from overseas, so coordination needed to be very organized.On our day – everything was perfect – I can’t recommend them enough.
Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Joie Madden (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-08-2018
We were married at Celebrate on 8.17.18 and the day could not have been more perfect! John and Theresa were a pleasure to work with – they made every step of the planning process easy and fun. From the moment we visited the property at Snug Harbor, we fell in love with the gardens and tented pavilion. They had lots of great suggestions on how to make the day special , we had a custom menu (lots of allergies and Celiac). The Chef spent a great deal of time with us talking through options creating the perfect menu. On event day, everything was in order. We were escorted to all of our photo locations via golf cart. There are so many beautiful places to take photos, its best to make a plan with your photographer to make sure you don’t miss any great shots. We arrived at the cocktail hour with a few minutes to spare and Erin, our rock star bridal attendant had a sample hors d’oeuvre plate waiting for us. We had the ceremony in the White Garden, cocktail party in the Chinese Scholar Garden and reception in the tent – its was magical. The wait staff was professional and friendly. The food was delicious and the tent looked beautiful. I highly recommend Celebrate Snug Harbor for anyone looking for a truly unique wedding venue. The team at Snug really went above an beyond to make our day perfect, we’re already planning to host a baby shower in the Great Hall!
Reviewed on 23-10-2018
Wedding Date 17-08-2018
We were married at Celebrate on 8.17.18 and the day could not have been more perfect! John and Theresa were a pleasure to work with – they made every step of the planning process easy and fun. From the moment we visited the property at Snug Harbor, we fell in love with the gardens and tented pavilion. They had lots of great suggestions on how to make the day special , we had a custom menu (lots of allergies and Celiac). The Chef spent a great deal of time with us talking through options creating the perfect menu. On event day, everything was in order. We were escorted to all of our photo locations via golf cart. There are so many beautiful places to take photos, its best to make a plan with your photographer to make sure you don’t miss any great shots. We arrived at the cocktail hour with a few minutes to spare and Erin, our rock star bridal attendant had a sample hors d’oeuvre plate waiting for us. We had the ceremony in the White Garden, cocktail party in the Chinese Scholar Garden and reception in the tent – its was magical. The wait staff was professional and friendly. The food was delicious and the tent looked beautiful. I highly recommend Celebrate Snug Harbor for anyone looking for a truly unique wedding venue. The team at Snug really went above an beyond to make our day perfect, we’re already planning to host a baby shower in the Great Hall!
Reviewed on 23-10-2018
c u (parent) 1 out of 5 Rating
We decided not to have my daughter and her fiancé's wedding here. Thursday, I had to call Ian Anderson twice before he remembered to email me the specifications of this venue. Friday, I called and spoke to Erin and made the appointment with her to see the venue. She was efficient and immediately emailed me the confirmation that we will have our meeting at 130pm with Ian. Saturday, we got there 5 minutes before 130pm and looked around the Great Hall as it was being prep for a wedding. There was a nice wait staff that we spoke to and brought us to see Ian in his office. We met Ian outside his office and he told us to walk back to the Great Hall and wait for him there as he was just going to grab his laptop. The walk from his office to the Great Hall is less than a minute as it is in the same building. We sat inside the Great Hall while some of the wait staff was preparing for the wedding. Vendors started to arrive and we had to move out into the hallway. We stood and waited for 25 minutes and there's no sight of Ian. Hmmm, how long does it take to take your laptop from your desk Ian? We left and thought maybe Ian will call and say - hey, I can't find you? did you leave?- but nothing, no calls nor emails.I read a few bad reviews here regarding the planning or the meeting with the venue staff here but I also wanted to be fair and not base it on other people's review so I still called and make the appointment.
Reviewed on 20-10-2018
We decided not to have my daughter and her fiancé's wedding here. Thursday, I had to call Ian Anderson twice before he remembered to email me the specifications of this venue. Friday, I called and spoke to Erin and made the appointment with her to see the venue. She was efficient and immediately emailed me the confirmation that we will have our meeting at 130pm with Ian. Saturday, we got there 5 minutes before 130pm and looked around the Great Hall as it was being prep for a wedding. There was a nice wait staff that we spoke to and brought us to see Ian in his office. We met Ian outside his office and he told us to walk back to the Great Hall and wait for him there as he was just going to grab his laptop. The walk from his office to the Great Hall is less than a minute as it is in the same building. We sat inside the Great Hall while some of the wait staff was preparing for the wedding. Vendors started to arrive and we had to move out into the hallway. We stood and waited for 25 minutes and there's no sight of Ian. Hmmm, how long does it take to take your laptop from your desk Ian? We left and thought maybe Ian will call and say - hey, I can't find you? did you leave?- but nothing, no calls nor emails.I read a few bad reviews here regarding the planning or the meeting with the venue staff here but I also wanted to be fair and not base it on other people's review so I still called and make the appointment.
Reviewed on 20-10-2018
mariana Zelig (parent) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-08-2018
I highly recommend this venue if you are looking for that unique, magical place to host your wedding. The grounds are gorgeous with many picture taking opportunities. I can't speak for the catering because I hosted a kosher wedding and had to bring in my own caterer, but the bar and wait staff were amazing. Erin, the bridal attendant was the best! She was there every minute to attend to our needs and stayed till every guest left. I can't say enough about her. By the end of the wedding the entire staff and management became like family -Shout out to John and Theresa for pulling it all together with me. They could not have worked harder to bring my daughter's vision together. Ian was slow on board but, he came through at the end. All were a pleasure to work with. However, some things you should be aware of. The staff needs to be a little more organized and response time should be faster. but I think they are working those things out. Because the venue is located in a cultural center be aware that there are other activities going on in the grounds and the parking situation is not great. the valet was often not there or unorganized. Ultimately, don't hesitate to choose this venue.
Reviewed on 20-10-2018
Wedding Date 12-08-2018
I highly recommend this venue if you are looking for that unique, magical place to host your wedding. The grounds are gorgeous with many picture taking opportunities. I can't speak for the catering because I hosted a kosher wedding and had to bring in my own caterer, but the bar and wait staff were amazing. Erin, the bridal attendant was the best! She was there every minute to attend to our needs and stayed till every guest left. I can't say enough about her. By the end of the wedding the entire staff and management became like family -Shout out to John and Theresa for pulling it all together with me. They could not have worked harder to bring my daughter's vision together. Ian was slow on board but, he came through at the end. All were a pleasure to work with. However, some things you should be aware of. The staff needs to be a little more organized and response time should be faster. but I think they are working those things out. Because the venue is located in a cultural center be aware that there are other activities going on in the grounds and the parking situation is not great. the valet was often not there or unorganized. Ultimately, don't hesitate to choose this venue.
Reviewed on 20-10-2018
Sam Cannon (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-06-2018
I can't imagine having a more perfect wedding day, and it's all thanks to the kindness, support and hard work of Theresa, Ian, Marissa and the rest of their team. They were so attentive and answered all of our questions, and went above and beyond on our big day in ways that blew me away. When it became evident that our outdoor wedding wasn't in the cards due to rain, they worked with my husband to put together a contingency plan that ended up being so much more special than what we had originally planned. I ended up being so grateful for the rain because I wouldn't have wanted to change a single thing about our day. I really can't thank them enough for everything they did for us, and all the small touches they provided (like the way they prepped my bridal suite, the custom dessert chef made for my husband and I, and providing table number holders when I realized I had left ours at home -- at least it wasn't the rings!) I don't have any family near me up here in New York so I felt very overwhelmed when I first began planning - worried that I was going to have all the weight on my shoulders and that I wouldn't be able to pull it off. The SH team stepped in and actualized my dreams. I really can't recommend them, or the beautiful gardens enough. And because the gardens are open to the public, it will be so special in the years to come to be able to visit them with my husband and remember what a special day it was.
Reviewed on 19-10-2018
Wedding Date 23-06-2018
I can't imagine having a more perfect wedding day, and it's all thanks to the kindness, support and hard work of Theresa, Ian, Marissa and the rest of their team. They were so attentive and answered all of our questions, and went above and beyond on our big day in ways that blew me away. When it became evident that our outdoor wedding wasn't in the cards due to rain, they worked with my husband to put together a contingency plan that ended up being so much more special than what we had originally planned. I ended up being so grateful for the rain because I wouldn't have wanted to change a single thing about our day. I really can't thank them enough for everything they did for us, and all the small touches they provided (like the way they prepped my bridal suite, the custom dessert chef made for my husband and I, and providing table number holders when I realized I had left ours at home -- at least it wasn't the rings!) I don't have any family near me up here in New York so I felt very overwhelmed when I first began planning - worried that I was going to have all the weight on my shoulders and that I wouldn't be able to pull it off. The SH team stepped in and actualized my dreams. I really can't recommend them, or the beautiful gardens enough. And because the gardens are open to the public, it will be so special in the years to come to be able to visit them with my husband and remember what a special day it was.
Reviewed on 19-10-2018
bonnie hart (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-09-2018
We celebrated our wedding at snug harbor on Sept 30,2018 and everything was perfect! The ceremony was in the Tuscan garden and reception in the great hall. The entire team made our planning easy, enjoyable and stress free. We worked closely with Theresa and found her to be a wonderful, energetic person. On the day of our wedding she personally made sure that every detail was taken care of. We cannot thank her enough.
Reviewed on 09-10-2018
Wedding Date 30-09-2018
We celebrated our wedding at snug harbor on Sept 30,2018 and everything was perfect! The ceremony was in the Tuscan garden and reception in the great hall. The entire team made our planning easy, enjoyable and stress free. We worked closely with Theresa and found her to be a wonderful, energetic person. On the day of our wedding she personally made sure that every detail was taken care of. We cannot thank her enough.
Reviewed on 09-10-2018
Danny Chan (groom) 2 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-08-2018
I had a less-than-stellar experience at this venue. While the day-of staff did their best to be attentive, the entire planning process was very disorganized. Every email required multiple reply-all emails to a team of people to get a response. Often times we had to schedule phone calls or meetings to go over details that ended up being lost, or forgotten. If attention to detail is a concern of yours, I do not recommend this venue. During the day of, the floor plan was completely incorrect as the coordinator did not get the finalized plan from the office staff. While they quickly went to rearrange everything before the reception, the reorganization resulted in missed seating. We had roughly 6-8 guests who were left seatless. My groomsmen had to give up their seats so that they could be seated and fed. The bridal attendant was amazing. She was super responsive and really tried her best to make the day as best as possible. I would recommend some sort of CRM or event management tool for their office, as it's clear there was a lot of details that were \"lost in the file.\" Food was fine - except that the cocktail hour had food we did not request, and missed food that we did. Ultimately, if nonchalance is your thing, Snug Harbor would be fine. Otherwise, I'd save myself the headaches, and find a venue that is a bit more organized.
Reviewed on 01-10-2018
Wedding Date 18-08-2018
I had a less-than-stellar experience at this venue. While the day-of staff did their best to be attentive, the entire planning process was very disorganized. Every email required multiple reply-all emails to a team of people to get a response. Often times we had to schedule phone calls or meetings to go over details that ended up being lost, or forgotten. If attention to detail is a concern of yours, I do not recommend this venue. During the day of, the floor plan was completely incorrect as the coordinator did not get the finalized plan from the office staff. While they quickly went to rearrange everything before the reception, the reorganization resulted in missed seating. We had roughly 6-8 guests who were left seatless. My groomsmen had to give up their seats so that they could be seated and fed. The bridal attendant was amazing. She was super responsive and really tried her best to make the day as best as possible. I would recommend some sort of CRM or event management tool for their office, as it's clear there was a lot of details that were \"lost in the file.\" Food was fine - except that the cocktail hour had food we did not request, and missed food that we did. Ultimately, if nonchalance is your thing, Snug Harbor would be fine. Otherwise, I'd save myself the headaches, and find a venue that is a bit more organized.
Reviewed on 01-10-2018
Jennifer H. (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-05-2018
Being a native to Staten Island, I was hesitant to host any type of event at Snug Harbor because the previous management was horrendous and gave the venue a terrible reputation. I must say however, I am pleasantly surprised at the new team that has been brought in. Working with Ian Anderson has been so wonderful, he was very professional and so accommodating to all our needs. He paid attention to every detail my husband and I mentioned and made us feel so comfortable and at ease with the crazy process of a wedding. I had chose to consider Snug Harbor as a venue only because a friend of mine held her baby shower here and said he and his staff were the best part, I have to agree.
Reviewed on 06-09-2018
Wedding Date 11-05-2018
Being a native to Staten Island, I was hesitant to host any type of event at Snug Harbor because the previous management was horrendous and gave the venue a terrible reputation. I must say however, I am pleasantly surprised at the new team that has been brought in. Working with Ian Anderson has been so wonderful, he was very professional and so accommodating to all our needs. He paid attention to every detail my husband and I mentioned and made us feel so comfortable and at ease with the crazy process of a wedding. I had chose to consider Snug Harbor as a venue only because a friend of mine held her baby shower here and said he and his staff were the best part, I have to agree.
Reviewed on 06-09-2018
James Thompson (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-08-2018
I was looking around for venues to have my Mother’s 75th birthday party. I found a few nice places but what put Snug Harbor over the top for me was the way their staff treated me and my family. They took their time with us and gave us an extended tour of the property. It is a beautiful place both inside and out and the history of the place is amazing. You can tell that the staff takes great pride in this venue.The planner asked my sister and I a lot of questions about my mom, really trying to get a feel for her likes and her personality. They also talked to us about our guests. It gave us a feeling that they were really trying to tailor the party to her but at the same time make sure all our guests would be happy.
Reviewed on 04-09-2018
Wedding Date 18-08-2018
I was looking around for venues to have my Mother’s 75th birthday party. I found a few nice places but what put Snug Harbor over the top for me was the way their staff treated me and my family. They took their time with us and gave us an extended tour of the property. It is a beautiful place both inside and out and the history of the place is amazing. You can tell that the staff takes great pride in this venue.The planner asked my sister and I a lot of questions about my mom, really trying to get a feel for her likes and her personality. They also talked to us about our guests. It gave us a feeling that they were really trying to tailor the party to her but at the same time make sure all our guests would be happy.
Reviewed on 04-09-2018
Rachel Chan (bride) 1 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-08-2019
The team at Celebrate at Snug Harbor was quite disorganized. We were one of the couples who signed a contract with the old management team, then about 8 months later we were told the new team took over. Throughout the process it became very frustrating to work with the new team. They would take weeks to reply to our emails and it seemed like they weren’t communicating with each other so we would often get different responses from different people. At one point we even got two invoices with different balances we owed. The day of coordination was far from perfect. The team told my florist to leave the flowers for the ceremony (which I paid extra for) INSIDE and said they would place them outdoors if we end up having the ceremony outside. I walked down the aisle realizing nothing I envisioned for my wedding were in place for the ceremony and later on found them all around the sweetheart table at our reception. I was told later on by my bridesmaids prior to the ceremony the coordinator was giving out confusing directions to our wedding party.The bridal attendant was the most attentive and helpful that day. She was also great with directing our photographer on where to take pictures. During the reception I noticed many little things they neglected; my cake topper was missing. They left it in the box I brought it in and just left it on the bench. I was told later on during the reception some guests didn’t have seats because they got the seating arrangement wrong. Regardless the venue was beautiful and our pictures turned out amazing. The team at Celebrate at Snug Harbor could work on being more organized and communicating with the couple better.
Reviewed on 04-09-2018
Wedding Date 18-08-2019
The team at Celebrate at Snug Harbor was quite disorganized. We were one of the couples who signed a contract with the old management team, then about 8 months later we were told the new team took over. Throughout the process it became very frustrating to work with the new team. They would take weeks to reply to our emails and it seemed like they weren’t communicating with each other so we would often get different responses from different people. At one point we even got two invoices with different balances we owed. The day of coordination was far from perfect. The team told my florist to leave the flowers for the ceremony (which I paid extra for) INSIDE and said they would place them outdoors if we end up having the ceremony outside. I walked down the aisle realizing nothing I envisioned for my wedding were in place for the ceremony and later on found them all around the sweetheart table at our reception. I was told later on by my bridesmaids prior to the ceremony the coordinator was giving out confusing directions to our wedding party.The bridal attendant was the most attentive and helpful that day. She was also great with directing our photographer on where to take pictures. During the reception I noticed many little things they neglected; my cake topper was missing. They left it in the box I brought it in and just left it on the bench. I was told later on during the reception some guests didn’t have seats because they got the seating arrangement wrong. Regardless the venue was beautiful and our pictures turned out amazing. The team at Celebrate at Snug Harbor could work on being more organized and communicating with the couple better.
Reviewed on 04-09-2018
Hailey C (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-07-2018
I can’t say enough good things about our experience hosting our wedding day at Celebrate Snug Harbor. We were married in July 2018 in the Chinese Scholar Garden with a reception under the beautiful tented pavilion. The Chinese Scholar garden is a magical place for a ceremony and cocktail hour. We were immediately attracted to the rustic elements of the tent mixed with the draped ceiling. The team at Celebrate were easy to work with and quick to respond to all of our questions and multiple changes. The food was delicious and not your typical catering selections. My family is still raving about the meal! We enjoyed the entire process of planning our big day with the team at Snug. John and Marissa were a pleasure to work with and like family by the time the day arrived.
Reviewed on 30-08-2018
100 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.82 out of 5.0Wedding Date 06-07-2018
I can’t say enough good things about our experience hosting our wedding day at Celebrate Snug Harbor. We were married in July 2018 in the Chinese Scholar Garden with a reception under the beautiful tented pavilion. The Chinese Scholar garden is a magical place for a ceremony and cocktail hour. We were immediately attracted to the rustic elements of the tent mixed with the draped ceiling. The team at Celebrate were easy to work with and quick to respond to all of our questions and multiple changes. The food was delicious and not your typical catering selections. My family is still raving about the meal! We enjoyed the entire process of planning our big day with the team at Snug. John and Marissa were a pleasure to work with and like family by the time the day arrived.
Reviewed on 30-08-2018
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| Phone | (718) 442-2700 |
| Address | 1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY, 10301 |
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