If you’re searching for Hudson Valley and Catskills wedding venues that can host a truly outdoor or tented wedding weekend experience, you’re in very good company. It’s one of the most common requests we hear as Hudson Valley wedding planners and one of the trickiest to get right.

On paper, it sounds simple. You picture sweeping mountain views, dinner under the stars, and a weekend that feels rooted in nature. But not every venue is actually designed to support that kind of celebration in a way that feels seamless, comfortable, and elevated.

So rather than simply handing you a list of venues, we wanted to share a thoughtfully curated collection of Hudson Valley and Catskills properties that genuinely shine when it comes to outdoor and tented weddings. Designing these types of celebrations is truly at the heart of what we do so we are diving into the honest pros, potential challenges, and planning insights we walk through with our own couples.

The Reality of Planning an Outdoor Wedding in the Hudson Valley & Catskills 

One of the biggest misconceptions we hear as Hudson Valley wedding planners is that tented weddings are the “simpler” or more budget friendly option.

Plot twist… they’re usually the exact opposite.

When you book an all inclusive wedding venue, you’re hiring one venue that already has many of the major pieces built in: catering, bar service, tables, chairs, china, glassware, and so much more. With a tented wedding, you’re creating an entirely custom event from the ground up, which means bringing together a talented team of vendors to build every piece of the experience.

That often includes:

• full rental builds (tables, chairs, flooring, kitchen equipment, restrooms, and more)
• extensive setup and breakdown timelines
• additional logistics, power, and infrastructure
• a higher overall investment once every detail is accounted for

That said, we might be biased because outdoor weddings are our love language.

When they’re thoughtfully designed and expertly executed, there’s simply nothing else like an outdoor wedding in the Hudson Valley. Cocktails overlooking the mountains, dinner beneath a glowing sailcloth tent, and dancing as the sun disappears behind the Catskills. It’s pure magic and, in our opinion, well worth the extra planning for an experience your guests will never forget.

Let’s Get Into It: Our Favorite Outdoor & Tented Wedding Venues in the Hudson Valley & Catskills

These are the venues we find ourselves recommending time and time again for couples dreaming of an outdoor wedding weekend experience. Each one offers something a little different, but all have the potential to create an unforgettable experience with the right planning and design.

Hutton Brickyards | Kingston, NY

Caitlinn Mahar Daniels 

Capacity: Varies depending on which pavilion you’re using. We find Lidgerwood Pavilion is most comfortable for weddings of up to about 250 guests, while Butler Pavilion can comfortably accommodate 400+.

If your dream wedding includes waterfront views, historic architecture, and endless room to create something truly custom, Hutton Brickyards is almost always one of the first venues we recommend. Originally home to the Hutton Brick Works Company from 1865 to 1980, the property has been thoughtfully transformed into one of the Hudson Valley’s most unique event destinations, blending its industrial roots with a modern, design forward feel.

Why we love it:

• Two expansive open air pavilions perched right on the Hudson River, making it one of the best options for large scale outdoor weddings in the Hudson Valley
• Endless flexibility for your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. Every wedding here can feel completely different depending on the layout, rentals, and design vision.
• A dream canvas for couples who want to make a statement. No matter how your style leans, Hutton can truly become whatever you imagine.
• On site accommodations for up to 65 guests, making it easy to turn your wedding into a full weekend experience.
• Location, location, location. Nestled in the heart of Kingston, one of the Hudson Valley’s funkiest little towns, your guests will have plenty to explore during their stay.

Glynwood | Garrison, NY

Jessa Schifilliti 

Capacity: Up to 250 guests for a tented wedding.

Glynwood is one of those rare venues that feels like you’ve stumbled upon a private estate, yet everything is thoughtfully designed to support an incredible wedding weekend. Home to a nonprofit dedicated to regenerative agriculture and training the next generation of farmers, Glynwood offers something that’s increasingly hard to find: a venue where your celebration can also support a meaningful mission.

If sustainability is important to you, Glynwood is where you want to be. A portion of your site fee directly supports the farm and its educational programs, so your wedding becomes part of something much bigger than a single weekend. It’s a beautiful way to celebrate while contributing to the Hudson Valley community.

Why we love it:

• A breathtaking outdoor ceremony site with sweeping Hudson Valley views.
• A stunning tented reception space framed by both the historic manor and rolling fields, giving you the best of both worlds.
• An incredibly intuitive flow throughout the property that feels effortless, refined, and guest friendly.
• The opportunity to truly embrace the entire estate. Host a welcome party by the lake and boathouse on Friday evening, then unveil the ceremony and reception spaces on Saturday for a completely different experience.
• On site accommodations for up to 40 guests.

Gather Greene | Coxsackie, NY

Spoticus Photography

Capacity: Up to 250 guests.

If your vision leans modern, architectural, and effortlessly cool, Gather Greene should be at the top of your list. Tucked into the Northern Catskills, this property feels more like a thoughtfully curated retreat than a traditional wedding venue. Every corner of the property has been intentionally designed, and the open air pavilion is unlike anything else you’ll find in the Hudson Valley or Catskills.

For couples dreaming of a wedding weekend that feels equal parts elevated, peaceful, and connected to nature, Gather Greene is where it’s at. 

Why we love it:

• An intentionally designed layout that embraces the surrounding mountain views and creates a seamless flow throughout the weekend.
• One of our favorite wooded ceremony sites in the Hudson Valley & Catskills. It feels intimate and completely immersed in nature.
• Charming A-frame cabins on site that accommodate up to 34 guests and perfectly complement the venue’s campy but modern aesthetic.
• Just minutes from Hudson, NY, giving your guests easy access to one of the Hudson Valley’s most vibrant little towns. A great spot to secure additional accommodations for overflow guests.

Old Mill Guest House | Wallkill, NY

Catherine Coons

Capacity: Up to 200 guests.

One of three funky and unique Audrey’s Farmhouse properties, Old Mill blends historic charm with thoughtful, modern design. Centered around a gorgeous open air pavilion, the property also features a restored 19th century farmhouse and charming cottages that create the feeling of a private boutique retreat for your closest family and friends.

If you’re familiar with the Audrey’s hospitality group, you know they create and curate each one of their properties to extremely high standards and match it with their exceptional service. 

Why we love it:

• A beautifully designed open air pergola that lets you enjoy an outdoor reception while still incorporating thoughtful weather accommodations.
• Catering, bar service, and rentals are all included, making planning significantly more streamlined than many outdoor wedding venues.
• Overnight accommodations for up to 50 guests across the farmhouse, cottages, and carriage houses.
• A romantic wooded ceremony site, tucked away in the trees.
• An on site pool that adds to the weekend retreat atmosphere and gives guests the opportunity to relax and unwind before and after the festivities.

The Henson | Hensonville, NY

Capacity: Up to 200 guests.

If you’re dreaming of an outdoor wedding in the Catskills, but don’t necessarily want the logistics that come with a fully tented celebration, The Henson is such a fantastic middle ground. This beautifully designed boutique inn has quickly become one of the Catskills’ most sought after wedding destinations, and for good reason.

Their newest event space, Eloise, offers the best of both worlds. Couples can host an al fresco dinner on the patio before seamlessly transitioning indoors for dancing, creating an outdoor celebration without needing to build an entire reception from the ground up.

Why we love it:

• A gorgeous garden ceremony site that feels romantic and fairy tale-esque
• Catering is provided by the award winning and highly sought after Matilda culinary team.
• Tables, chairs, china, glassware, and other tabletop essentials are already included.
• An ideal option for couples who want the beauty of an outdoor celebration with a little more built in infrastructure and flexibility than a traditional tented wedding. Option to tent specific areas of the property.
• Beautifully designed on site accommodations for up to 32 overnight guests.

A Few More Favorites

Because narrowing it down is hard!  Here are a few more outdoor and tented  Hudson Valley & Catskills venues that deserve a look.

Scribner’s Catskill Lodge 

Hotel Lilien 

Deer Mountain Inn 

The BIGGEST Considerations When Planning An Outdoor Wedding In The Hudson Valley & Catskills

Outdoor and tented weddings are some of our absolute favorites to plan, but they do come with a few unique considerations that are important to understand before you fall head over heels for a venue.

• Blank slate venues require… well… everything. Tables, chairs, tabletop rentals, catering kitchens, lighting, generators, restrooms, flooring. The list goes on. While these venues offer incredible creative freedom, rentals often become one of the biggest pieces of your overall investment.
• Weather should always have a Plan A, B, and C. Wind, waterfront exposure, seasonal temperatures, and rain contingencies all deserve thoughtful planning from the very beginning. Depending on the time of year, you may want to budget for heaters, tent walls, or a weather backup plan so you’re never making stressful decisions at the last minute.
• Your vendor team matters more than ever. Outdoor weddings are highly logistical, and having experienced professionals who regularly work at blank slate venues makes all the difference. A seasoned team knows how to anticipate challenges before they become problems, allowing you to actually enjoy the weekend you’ve spent so long planning.
• Design isn’t an afterthought, it’s part of the venue. Since these spaces are essentially a blank canvas, your rentals, lighting, florals, linens, furniture, and tabletop details become what gives the celebration its personality. It’s one of the reasons outdoor weddings are so stunning and one of the biggest factors in the overall budget.
• Guest count influences almost everything. Finalizing your approximate guest count early helps determine tent sizing, layouts, rental quantities, catering logistics, transportation, restroom needs, and so much more. It’s one of the foundational decisions that impacts the rest of the planning process.
• Think weekend, not just wedding day. One of the biggest draws of these venues is the opportunity to create a true wedding weekend experience. Welcome parties, farewell brunches, late night bonfires and plenty of time to actually enjoy your favorite people are all part of what makes these celebrations so memorable. With so many moving pieces, having an experienced planner to oversee the logistics becomes invaluable.

If you’re exploring Hudson Valley or Catskills wedding venues and trying to figure out which direction makes the most sense, this is exactly what we help our couples navigate every day. From comparing venues and building realistic budgets to thinking through logistics before you sign a contract, we’re here to help you make informed decisions from the very beginning.

Not quite ready to dive into full-service planning? That’s completely okay. Our Venue Scouting Package is designed for couples who want expert guidance while searching for the perfect Hudson Valley or Catskills wedding venue. We’ll help you narrow down your options, ask the right questions, and choose a venue that truly aligns with your vision, priorities, and budget.

At the end of the day, the best venue is the one that supports the experience you want to create. We hope this guide helps you find exactly that, and if you’d like an experienced Hudson Valley wedding planner in your corner, we’re here to help!