For smaller more intimate weddings you may choose to do your Watkins Glen wedding free of charge on the Seneca Harbor pier. You will just need to check with The Village of Watkins Glen to get permission.

On the other end of Seneca Lake you'll find Belhurst Castle offering a young girls fantasy come true, all the romance and inspiration from fairy tales come to life with this majestic structure as a back drop to your Finger Lakes / Seneca Lake wedding . Or maybe you would like something a bit more private as Belhurst is a very large popular facility, often conducting several weddings in one day. Right next door you can find Geneva On The Lake boasting spacious grounds with several outdoor locations to choose from. A large garden area and a big tent are two of its great lake side features.

Also nearby Geneva 's Ramada inn ( Ramada Geneva Lake Front ) has a nice little gazebo by the water that can be used for your ceremony. The banquet hall features large windows overlooking the lake for a great view while you dine. You will find a similar situation at the south end of the lake at Seneca Harbor Station . You may choose to dine inside this train station turned restaurant or take your dining outside.

You may want to consider Geneva 's Seneca Lake State Park . There is a large gazebo for your "I do's" and you can put up a tent if you wish, creating your own Seneca Lake Wedding venue . A To Z Rentals in Elmira rents a 20 X 40 tent for $319. Side curtains are optional for an additional charge.While you are there you can pick up a generator too starting at around $25 a day. You will also want to rent a dance floor available from Refining Fire Productions in a beautiful white marble look. Finally finish off your one of a kind lakeside facility with a decorative up lighting package from Refining Fire Productions illuminating your tent in your choice of elegant colors.

If an outside reception does not appeal to you then after you say "I do" you may want to head over to Geneva 's high class Club 86 for a step back in time to the days when swing bands and Jazz were big. This night club turned party center was once the hottest New York club in the 1940's-50's. Experience a piece of musical history as you walk down the entrance hall lined with signed pictures from the artists who put this one of a kind club on the map with their signature big band swing sound. Its custom recess lit fiberglass ceiling, booth seating and multi-level dining make this one of a kind wedding venue one of the most unique in the area. And with its ability to hold over 400 guests it is one of the largest facilities in the area as well. Combine all that with what some consider to be the best catering service on Seneca Lake and you have a facility that is one of our top Seneca Lake wedding venue choices.

Heading back down to Watkins Glen you'll find our top wedding ceremony location choice offering the best unobstructed view of Seneca Lake . Owned by the village of Watkins Glen, this beautiful public park allows lakeside ceremonies free of charge. While you and your guest may have to pay for parking it is a small price to pay for this incredible view. And during the hot months of July and August the cool breeze off the Lake makes for the perfect place to spend a hot summer afternoon. While tents are not allowed, there are a couple of pavilions available for party rentals.

If you are looking to have an outdoor reception then you may want to consider the Watkins Glen State Park . Its stone pavilion with dual fireplaces at the top of the gorge is also a popular Watkins Glen wedding location. Though it is a bit away from the lake, it offers some very romantic backdrops for pictures. There is a small pond within a short walking distance and majestic stone stairs, archways and balconies around back that offer a bit of a castle feel. Guests may also enjoy walking the trails and if they have youngsters that need a break from all the formalities of the wedding day, there is free swimming in nearby, Olympic size and kiddy pools.

Back down at lake you'll find many little wineries as well as bed and breakfasts such as the Fox and The Grapes tucked away within Seneca Lake's rolling hills. Many of them have wedding accommodations. Logan Ridge Estates a former winery now serves as a dedicated wedding /party facility. It is another one of our top picks as it offers great views of the lake and its valley with a second story patio for wedding ceremonies that also doubles as an awesome out door dance floor once the night cools down a bit. It offers some great outdoor party time and a great place to watch your own private fireworks show if you are so inclined. Watch the above Quick Tips for Planning the Ultimate Seneca Lake Wedding video for some examples.

About 15 minutes up the west side of the lake Glenora Wine Cellars  also offers a wonderful view of the valley with its large, cheerful, well, lit wood toned dining hall featuring lots of windows for spectacular views. Its huge grounds offer numerous choices for outdoor ceremony location.

Tucked away further up the hill Castle Grisch gives you a taste of Germany. Though small, it's outside covered deck offer a huge view of the breathtaking landscape of vine laden Seneca Lake valley. It is great for outdoor ceremonies and with It's beautiful views, charm and good food it is a top pick for small to medium weddings. Inside you may find it a little cramped for dancing, but moving your party outside may be an option well worth considering.

On the other side of the lake,  Ginny Lee at Wagner Vineyards offers more fine dining, Though we have experienced services being a bit slow in the past, the food can be well worth the wait. Again it is another well-lit, warm, wood tone facility with lots of windows and a nice wrap around deck for mingling while enjoying another fabulous view. There is a lovely little pond, and the large Wagner Vineyard facility is well worth exploring with an enormous  deck/patio around back overlooking the lake.

With facilities like these, rolling hills, lush valleys, miles of vineyards,
waterfalls and wooded trails it is no wonder the Finger Lakes Region has become such a popular location for weddings. Seneca Lake is a prime destination wedding location and is considered by many to be the most beautiful destination in New York State.

Refining Fire Productions Entertainment makes its home deep in the heart of the Finger Lakes just outside of Watkins Glen, NY as Seneca Lakes most sought after wedding entertainment team, featuring the area's top cinematic videographer,  leading innovative DJ service and photography that is second to none. We offer a level of service, quality and coordination that you simply cannot find with any local individual service provider. When you invest in your wedding day with our products and services we guarantee
to help make your wedding the most unforgettable, successful and fun night ever. Truly it will be a night to remember and the talk of the town!

Hurry, dates are limited. Call Matt Norton at 607-742-6948 to start planning your ultimate Seneca Lake wedding and secure our DJ, Videography and/or Photography services today. You can click here to check your wedding date now and request our complete catalog of wedding services, products and options. You will also want to be sure to watch our Quick Tips video series for planning the ultimate Seneca Lake wedding .

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If you want to have the ultimate Seneca Lake Wedding then you need to start with picking the best wedding Entertainment / DJ, and build your wedding and budget around the experience that your entertainment director / DJ can create for you. Refining Fire Productions Entertainment can help you fulfill your dreams for the most unforgettable, successful and fun wedding ever! From picking out your music and activities to choosing your venue, and photo session locations to decorative lighting Refining Fire Productions can offer expert advice with close to ten years experience and training from the best in the industry.