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Waterfront Wedding Venues Fort Salonga

What Makes Your Event Truly Unforgettable

You get more than just a beautiful space when you choose our waterfront party venue. You get the kind of setting that makes your guests stop talking and start taking pictures the moment they arrive.

The Long Island Sound stretches out beyond our floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a backdrop that changes with the light throughout your celebration. Your ceremony happens steps from the water, your reception flows seamlessly into the same space, and your photographer captures moments that look like they belong in a magazine.

Most importantly, you get complete privacy. No other events compete for attention or space. Your celebration is the only one happening, which means every staff member, every detail, and every moment belongs entirely to you and your guests.

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Why Fort Salonga Couples Choose Us

We’ve been creating exceptional waterfront celebrations in the Fort Salonga area for years, earning recognition from The Knot and WeddingWire consistently since 2016. Our venue sits on the shores of Long Island Sound in nearby Bayville, just minutes from Fort Salonga.

What sets us apart is our commitment to hosting only one event at a time. While other venues juggle multiple parties, we dedicate our entire team and facility to your celebration alone.

Local couples appreciate this approach because it means genuine attention to detail, not rushed service between events. Your event coordinator isn’t managing three other weddings that day—they’re focused entirely on making sure your celebration runs flawlessly from start to finish.

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How Your Waterfront Celebration Comes Together

Your planning process starts with a venue tour where you’ll see our ceremony site overlooking the water and our ballroom with those stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. You’ll meet your dedicated event coordinator who will be your single point of contact throughout the planning process.

Next comes the customization phase. Your coordinator works with you to design everything from the menu to the décor, ensuring every detail reflects your vision. Since we handle catering, bar service, and event planning in-house, you’re not juggling multiple vendors or trying to coordinate between different companies.

The week of your event, your coordinator conducts a final walkthrough and coordinates with all vendors. On the day itself, our team arrives early to set up while you’re getting ready, ensuring everything is perfect before your first guest arrives. You’ll have dedicated staff throughout the celebration, and cleanup happens after you leave—you never have to worry about the logistics.

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What's Included in Your Venue Package

Your waterfront venue package includes both ceremony and reception spaces, so your guests never have to travel between locations. Our ceremony site sits directly on the water with the Long Island Sound as your backdrop, while our reception ballroom features those dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase the same views.

Catering comes from our award-winning kitchen, with menus designed around fresh, seasonal ingredients. Bar service includes professional bartenders and a selection of premium spirits, wines, and craft beers. Many Fort Salonga couples particularly appreciate the flexibility to customize their menu based on family traditions or dietary preferences.

Your package also includes event coordination services, from initial planning through day-of execution. Our team handles vendor coordination, timeline management, and all the logistics that make the difference between a good event and an exceptional one. Décor and styling services are available to transform the space according to your vision, whether you prefer classic elegance or something more contemporary.

The biggest difference is our one-event-at-a-time policy. While most venues book multiple events on the same day, we dedicate our entire facility and staff to your celebration alone. This means your event coordinator isn’t rushing between three other weddings, our catering team isn’t juggling multiple kitchens, and your guests aren’t competing for parking or bathroom space with another party. Our waterfront location also sets us apart. Our ceremony site sits directly on Long Island Sound, and our reception ballroom features floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the same water views. You get both indoor and outdoor options without sacrificing the scenery. Finally, everything happens in-house. Catering, bar service, event coordination, and décor all come from the same team, which eliminates the communication gaps and coordination headaches that often happen when you’re working with multiple vendors.
Most couples book 12-18 months in advance, especially for popular dates like Saturday evenings during peak wedding season (May through October). Our one-event-at-a-time policy means fewer available dates compared to venues that host multiple events daily, so popular dates fill up quickly. If you’re planning a wedding during off-peak times—Sunday afternoons, Friday evenings, or winter months—you might find availability with shorter notice, sometimes 6-9 months out. However, even these dates become more competitive as couples increasingly choose non-traditional wedding times to secure their preferred venue. Our booking process itself is straightforward once you’ve toured the venue and met with your event coordinator. A signed contract and deposit secure your date, and then you have plenty of time to work through the details of menu selection, décor, and timeline planning.
Our catering includes everything from cocktail hour appetizers through dinner service and late-night snacks if you choose them. Our kitchen focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients with menu options ranging from classic wedding fare to more contemporary choices. Many couples appreciate the flexibility to incorporate family recipes or accommodate dietary restrictions. Bar service comes with professional bartenders and includes premium spirits, wines, and craft beers. You can choose from different bar packages depending on your preferences and budget, from wine and beer only to full premium bar service. We also handle all the logistics like glassware, ice, and garnishes. Service staff is included in your package—servers, bartenders, and coordination staff who ensure everything runs smoothly. Unlike venues where you hire separate catering companies, everything comes from the same team, which means better communication and more seamless service throughout your celebration.
Yes, we offer both ceremony and reception spaces on the same property. Our ceremony site sits directly on Long Island Sound, providing stunning water views for your vows. After the ceremony, guests can move seamlessly to the cocktail hour and reception areas without leaving the property. This setup eliminates the transportation logistics that couples often struggle with when booking separate ceremony and reception venues. Your guests don’t need to drive between locations, you don’t need to coordinate timing between two different venues, and your photographer captures everything in one beautiful waterfront setting. Our ceremony space accommodates different setup styles depending on your guest count and preferences. Whether you envision an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, our waterfront setting provides a dramatic backdrop that works for various ceremony sizes and styles.
We include indoor ceremony options with the same stunning Long Island Sound views through our floor-to-ceiling windows. If weather becomes a concern, your event coordinator will monitor forecasts and discuss backup plans well before your wedding day, not the morning of when you’re already stressed. Our indoor ceremony space maintains the waterfront atmosphere while providing complete weather protection. Many couples actually prefer the indoor option because it offers better acoustics for vows and music, plus guaranteed comfort for guests regardless of temperature or wind conditions. The decision about indoor versus outdoor ceremonies usually gets made 24-48 hours before the wedding, giving you time to mentally prepare while ensuring your guests stay comfortable. Either way, your reception happens in our ballroom with those dramatic water views, so the overall experience remains focused on the beautiful Long Island Sound setting.
Our pricing typically includes the venue rental, catering, bar service, and basic coordination services in one package, which simplifies budgeting compared to venues where you pay separately for each service. The total cost depends on factors like guest count, menu selections, bar package, and day of the week. Saturday evening weddings during peak season (May-October) command premium pricing, while Friday evenings, Sunday afternoons, and off-season dates offer more budget-friendly options. Many couples find that Sunday afternoon celebrations provide significant savings while still delivering the same beautiful waterfront setting and service quality. We provide detailed pricing information during your initial consultation, including options for different menu levels and service styles. Since everything comes from one provider, you get transparent pricing without the surprise add-ons that sometimes appear when coordinating multiple vendors for catering, bar service, and venue rental separately.