17 Best Wedding Venues in Providence, Rhode Island

Aldrich Mansion

Not to be confused with Aldrich House, Aldrich Mansion is a gorgeous stone estate on the water’s edge of Narragansett Bay, with incredible green lawns edged by forested lands. A wedding at Aldrich Mansion includes elegant furnishings and table settings, a six hour reception, use of the incredible estate and its grounds for photos and festivities, dressing rooms for the bridal party before the ceremony, and even an event coordinator who will be on standby throughout the entire event to make sure the entire event goes off without a hitch. Rental fees at Aldrich Mansion do not include food and beverages, though there is a chef located on site.

Aldrich Mansion, 836 Warwick Neck Ave, Warwick, RI 02889, Phone: 401-739-6850, Facebook

Ballroom at the Providence G

With its elegant chandeliers hanging from high vaulted ceilings, and the massive windows which allow for great natural light, the Ballroom at the Providence G is a great option for a wedding venue. Couples can choose from several packages for their wedding, whether they are looking to host the entire event there or just specific elements like the reception.

Reception packages include options such as a cocktail hour in the ballroom or on the rooftop, tables and chairs, valet service for guests, and a 5 hour reception. Other optional offerings include the use of the venue for the rehearsal dinner, ceremony, morning-after brunch, and more.

Ballroom at the Providence G, 100 Dorrance St, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-383-8819, Facebook

Cafe Nuovo

Cafe Nuovo has a reputation in Providence for their delightful global fare and beautiful waterfront dining, so couples looking for an elegant venue for their special day should have everything they are looking for by hosting their wedding here. Indoor receptions will be magical in the rotunda, with its huge tall windows and great lighting, and an outdoor ceremony or reception on the piazza, next to the water, will be unbelievably romantic. Cafe Nuovo can accommodate intimate wedding celebrations with just a few family members and friends, or larger events with hundreds of people, and all with the same personal touches and fantastic food that make their weddings so memorable.

Cafe Nuovo, One Citizens Plaza, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-421-2525

Camille's

Camille's is a famous high end Italian restaurant in Providence’s Federal Hill district, which has been a staple in the region since 1914. Camille’s is a no brainer for celebrations of all kinds, including anniversaries, birthdays, and engagements, so it only makes sense that it would also be a great venue for an elegant, unforgettable wedding. With space for up to 100 guests in one event space, and enough room for 36 guests in the other dining room, or the option of renting the entire space for larger celebrations, a wedding reception at Camille’s will be memorable and of course, delicious.

Camille's, 71 Bradford St, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-751-4812

Edgewood Manor Hotel Bed And Breakfast

With its luxurious Greek Revival exterior, featuring am impressive exterior and a gorgeous historic interior, this gorgeous 1905 mansion has bright, naturally lit dining areas, a beautifully-landscaped garden, and accommodations for guests in its Victorian-style guest rooms and suites, as well as additional accommodations in the Charles Newhall House next door, a beautiful Victorian house that is part of the estate.

The Edgewood Manor Hotel Bed And Breakfast will serve as an incredible backdrop to the most romantic of ceremonies, with an interior full of antiques, stained glass, and grand, winding staircases, and an exterior full of green gardens and blooming flowers, both of which are great for pictures. During the winter, indoor weddings can accommodate up to 60 guests, and during the summer, indoor-outdoor weddings can host up to 150.

Edgewood Manor Hotel Bed And Breakfast, 232 Norwood Ave, Providence, RI 02905, Phone: 401-781-0099, Facebook

Fete Music Hall

For a totally unique and fun event, try Fete Music Hall , a nightclub complete with a stage and a full array of colorful lighting. This club and music venue can easily be converted for one night into the most unforgettably cool wedding your guests have ever been to, with a state of the art sound system, a fully-stocked bar, and even a vintage arcade with plenty of cool old games to get guests having the time of their lives. Couples can dance the night away with their friends and family members on the happiest day of their lives, and spend some time on the outdoor patio, listening to live music or the sounds of the DJ, and drinking some excellent cocktails. Fete Music Hall has up to 14,000 square feet of event space, so it’s great for events of all sizes.

Fete Music Hall, 103 Dike St, Providence, RI 02909, Phone: 401-383-1112, Facebook

Gracie's

A wedding at Gracie's can be held seven days a week, and the venue is both sophisticated and modern, with an upscale but still cozy atmosphere in its wood panelled bar, warmly painted walls, and brocaded gold colored booths. Wedding details, from the ceremony to the reception, can be customized an infinite number of ways, and couples can choose to celebrate under the stars or in the elegant dining room, of course with some of Gracie’s amazing food and drinks. Even the cake will be taken care of, as Gracie’s partners with its sister bakery, Ellie’s, to create divine and delicious desserts from the most traditional of cakes to delicate French macarons.

Gracie's, 194 Washington St, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-272-7811

Graduate Providence

The Graduate Providence is a high rise hotel in the heart of the city, built in the 1920s. The glamorous style of that era is visibly evident in the gorgeous art deco style of the interior, including a grand staircase edged by gorgeous metal railings and under a stunning ceiling with an incredible chandelier. The Graduate is excellent for stylish weddings, and the number of opportunities for amazing wedding photos here is practically infinite. Wedding receptions can be held in the massive art deco ballrooms as well as in a number of other, more intimate settings, and the Graduate also has an excellent catering menu for the happy couple to choose from.

Graduate Providence, 11 Dorrance St, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-421-0700

Hotel Providence

Hotel Providence is committed to elegance and excellence for its guests who choose to stay there, host and event there, or both. The historic hotel is a perfect setting for small gatherings or larger weddings of up to 250 guests, with a variety of venue options including a romantic courtyard wedding area lit by candles, a gorgeous rooftop terrace, or a chandeliered ballroom. Hotel Providence also offers packages for wedding receptions, with options such as passed hors d'oeuvres, champagne toasts, and number of entree options and meal courses, catered by the hotel’s talented chef and kitchen staff.

139 Mathewson St, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-861-8000, Map

Omni Providence Hotel

The Omni Providence Hotel is located right in the heart of downtown Providence, in the same complex as the convention center and within easy walking distance to some of the biggest and most exciting parts of the city, so guests and wedding party alike can take full advantage of everything Providence has to offer. The ballrooms at Omni Providence can host anywhere between 200 to 600 guests, making it a great choice for larger weddings. The ballrooms are large and elegant, and guests can spend the night after the reception right at the hotel so no one needs to worry about driving home. What’s more, couples who choose to tie the knot at Omni Providence can take advantage of their honeymoon offer, with a complimentary stay at one of their 14 resorts for those who book their wedding with Omni.

Omni Providence Hotel, 1 W Exchange St, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-598-8000, Facebook

Providence Marriott Downtown

Large weddings with a guest list of up to 700 people should look into Providence Marriott Downtown’s Grand Ballroom for their venue. Smaller venues are also available within the hotel’s 11,000+ square feet of event space. The Marriott’s staff of certified wedding coordinators will be with couples every step of the way to make sure their special day goes just as planned, including details like setting a budget, creating a menu, and even finding vendors and services like florists, photographers, entertainment, and more. At Providence Marriott Downtown, wedding parties can reserve blocks of 10 rooms or more for their guests in order to receive a discounted room rate.

Providence Marriott Downtown, 1 Orms St, Providence, RI 02904, Phone: 401-272-2400

Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel

The Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel carries with it not only history as a former Masonic temple from the 1920s, but also a touch of modern elegance that will make for a gorgeous wedding. There are nine event rooms at the Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel, which allow for weddings of all sizes as small as 80 people and up to 500 guests. Professional wedding planners will help couples select the details for the perfect fairy tale wedding of their dreams, and the hotel’s team of experienced and talented caterers can help create a custom menu for the big day that suits everyone’s needs and will impress all the guests.

Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel, 5 Ave of the Arts, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-919-5000

Riviera Restaurant

Riviera Restaurant is a beloved Portuguese restaurant in Providence, and within their facilities are several great options for a wedding reception venue. From the Buffet Room, which seats up to 50 guests, or the gorgeous airy Sun Room, which seats up to 70, couples hosting a smaller wedding will feel the love in these intimate and lovely settings. For slightly larger weddings, there’s the D&P Room, which hosts 60-90 guests with room for a dance floor, or the Bar Room, which seats 80-120 guests comfortably and is the most popular option for weddings, with a dance floor, a foyer for greeting guests, and a private bar. At the Riviera, not only is the food delicious and the setting elegant, but the staff is wonderful too, with a hosting staff that is fully prepared to help couples achieve their perfect vision of their wedding day.

Riviera Restaurant, 580 N Broadway, East Providence, RI 02914, Phone: 401-431-9231

Rooftop at the ProvidenceG

For a fun, modern, urban-chic wedding, couples should check out the Rooftop at the Providence G. With glass walls and ceilings that are fully retractable, a wedding at the Providence G can be held in the fresh open air under the stars, or under cover in case of inclement weather, but still with the feeling of being outside. With skyline views of downtown Providence, comfy couches and other seating arranged around cozy warm fire pits, and casual high top seating, the Rooftop at Providence G sets a wonderful ambiance for any cocktail hour, welcome gathering, or casual reception.

Rooftop at the Providence G, 100 Dorrance St, Providence, RI 02903, Phone: 401-632-4904

Squantum Association

Wedding at Squantum Association provide couples with many options for ceremony locations, from a beautiful outdoor ceremony on their green manicured lawn to a bright and airy location in their sun room. At Squantum, there are several wedding packages available, from bronze to platinum, which offer a variety of pricing options and include everything from a cocktail hour to a 3-tiered wedding cake. Squantum Association’s staff will take care of the food, seating, furniture and linens, and service for the big day, as well as offer exclusive use of the property so wedding parties aren’t sharing it with others, and a bridal suite where the wedding party can get ready before the ceremony.

Squantum Association, 947 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Riverside, RI 02915, Phone: 401-434-8377

The Cafe at Easy Entertaining Inc. & Headquarters

With some venues, it can be easy to feel like you’re having a pre-packaged, tried-and-true wedding, with lots of “been there, done that” types of details that other couples have done at that venue. But at The Cafe at Easy Entertaining Inc. & Headquarters and Headquarters, couples can create their own unique, memorable experience that is completely one of a kind. The caterer on staff only does 15 weddings a year, and works one on one with the couple to custom create a perfect menu for their day. The venue seats 50-70 guests, or up to 150 with the use of an outdoor tent, and on their wedding day, couples will love seeing it decorated with seasonal flowers.

The Cafe at Easy Entertaining Inc. & Headquarters, 166 Valley St, Providence, RI 02909, Phone: 401-437-6090, Facebook

Waterman Grille

At Waterman Grille, a premiere dining destination in Providence, wedding receptions and events can be held in any of their five private dining rooms. From the Board Room, which seats 30 guests, to the Loft or the Patio, which both seat 40, smaller weddings will feel right at home at Waterman. For slightly larger weddings, couples can book the Riverview Room, which can accommodate up to 100. Here, with its floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water, proximity to the bar, and options to add additional rooms like the Lounge, it is a perfect place for a perfect reception. For couples looking to say their “I do”s on site, Waterman Grille even has a gorgeous ceremony spot, overlooking the Seekonk River and surrounded by trees and greenery.

Waterman Grille, 4 Richmond Square, Providence, RI 02906, Phone: 401-521-9229, Facebook