Located in historic Manchester Village, Hildene, the 412 acre Lincoln family estate is just a short drive from three of the regions’ most famed ski resorts, and within an hour to many of Southern Vermont, The Berkshires and Hudson Valley’s most beloved cultural and natural resources.  You and your guests will be captivated by the area’s charm, cradled by its mountains, and pleased with the easy access to recreation.  Most importantly, they will be inspired by the beauty that surrounds them in all directions.  Your mile long drive on the country road that leads to the home gives entry into another world entirely, from the gated entry, on past Hildene Farm’s Goat Dairy and open meadows, and through the cross-roads of Hildene’s 12 mile trail system.  Once alit, your guests will be in awe of unparalleled views of Equinox Mountain and the Taconic Range.  Passing through the mansion and out into the historic formal gardens, the view expands to include the Green Mountains, with a stunning overlook with the famed Battenkill River Valley below.  After a breathtaking ceremony at the overlook and elegant cocktail hour in the garden, guests will descend along a winding path into a space for celebration. Here, the glow of the mansion on its majestic promontory, the sunset over the mountains, and the drifting evening lullaby from nature’s vignettes give rise to joyous reception.  Accompanied by the award-winning foods of Pangaea, whose ingredients include Hildene Farms own produce, meats and cheeses, and the floral designs of Manchester’s famed Lily of the Valley, every detail of your event from arrival to departure is overseen and cared for by the Hildene private functions team and its partner vendors. This is your Hildene wedding story – one that you and your guests will remember for years to come.

Ascend our maple-lined driveway for the Manchester Vermont destination wedding of your dreams. We specialize in elegant country destination weddings, where your reception is the centerpiece of a weekend-long celebration. We can accommodate 200+ guests for a wedding reception and up to 150 overnight guests on our 30-acre hilltop and nearby lodging. Our Marble Pavilion Tent is a spectacular space where you can dance and dine together with mountain views and hilltop breezes.

Plan a destination wedding weekend full of activities. Welcome guests with an outdoor Rehearsal Dinner featuring a BBQ feast or organic farm to table fare from our family farm. Welcome all your guests to a blazing bonfire party. Wake up to a delicious country breakfast, then relax by our pool or play lawn games and tennis.  Get dressed for the wedding with all your bridal party in our spacious bridal suite, then make a grand entrance descending the mansion’s carved mahogany staircase.
Say your vows surrounded by the majesty of the Green Mountains, then dance the night away beneath the stars as you feast and toast to married life. Continue the celebration with s’mores by the bonfire or an after party in the mansion’s Billiard Room Bar.

The Wilburton is a canvas for you to create the wedding of your dreams. For over 30 years our family has helped hundreds of couples begin their lives together. Please call our wedding coordinator at 802-362-2500 to schedule a tour.

We look forward to helping you celebrate!

Nestled in the sleepy Equinox Valley where the cloud’s kiss lingers on the mountains, our exquisitely restored 250-year-old farm rests along Vermont’s Battenkill River. Once a working farm, the remnants of our agricultural history provide an air of nostalgia so prominent it’s palpable. Though the horse’s stalls now stand empty, we’ve preserved Frost Moon Mountain’s heritage by retaining much of its original charm while updating amenities to today’s contemporary standards of comfort and luxury. Our peaceful mountain escape combines bohemian sensibility with rustic radiance – the perfect backdrop for any event, gathering or getaway.

Less than four hours from Boston, Montreal, and New York City, the Southern Vermont Arts Center is a wonderful place to gather your guests. Situated in the heart of the Green Mountains, SVAC offers the perfect venue for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, corporate event or private party in a stunning setting surrounded by work from local artists.

Let your wedding be a work of art. Southern Vermont Arts Center offers three unique spaces:

YESTER HOUSE
The historic Yester House mansion, built in 1917 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, boasts 12 galleries filled with original art, a bridal suite, a 68-seat glass-enclosed restaurant, outdoor patio seating and grand vistas of the Taconic Mountain range.

WILSON MUSEUM & GALLERIES
The Wilson Museum gives any event a modern vibe with its open lobby, vaulted gallery ceilings, and contemporary art exhibitions.

ARKELL PAVILION
The Arkell Pavilion is a 400-seat performing arts pavilion with a state-of-the-art light and sound system, large stage, and glass-enclosed atrium with bar facilities. Located in picturesque Manchester, Vermont, SVAC’s main campus sits atop 100 acres of pristine land and the state's largest sculpture park. Multiple areas provide outdoor spaces with breathtaking views. Exclusive catering by Church Street Hospitality means that the menus and beverages showcase Vermont’s abundance of local products and celebrate local farms and producers. These quality ingredients are simply prepared to demonstrate classic culinary techniques offering guests uncomplicated seasonal tastes of Vermont. Every event is customizable. Let SVAC make any event a masterpiece!

SVAC is located in Manchester Village at 930 SVAC Dr.

Please contact our event planner
Jeremy Chestler
Manager of Events & Earned Income
jchestler@svac.org
802.367.1310

Amenities:
Ceremony spaces
Indoor and outdoor event spaces
Luncheon, rehearsal dinner and reception spaces
Full catering services

Opened in 1997, Northshire Civic Center sits on 35 acres in the foothills of Vermont’s bucolic Green Mountain National Forest on Route 7A in Manchester Center, Vermont.  With 22,000 square feet of open floor space and an Olympic-sized indoor ice rink, it is Southern Vermont’s premier civic center for sports, events, and exhibitions.

During mid-October thru early March, we have pubic skating, learn to skate program, youth and adult hockey leagues, and it is home to the Northshire Skating Academy, Northshire Hockey Association and Burr and Burton High School Hockey.

In mid-March thru early May, the ice rink transforms to an indoor Turf arena, where we have youth lacrosse, high school field hockey, youth baseball, youth soccer and men & women soccer league. 

In May thru early October, events & exhibitions begin, including Vermont Symphony Orchestra, Art & Craft Festival, Green Mountain Bluegrass & Roots Festival, Komen New England,  Barn Sale, Super Bingo, Shakespeare in the Woods and much more.

Special Events link: https://www.rileyrink.com/page/show/2495223-special-events

Tucked into a hillside overlooking the pristine meadows of the Mettowee Valley, The Old Gray Barn has the ideal Vermont rustic charm.  It is located in Southern Vermont, just 3 miles from the Dorset Village Green and 9 miles from the active town center of Manchester.  It is a truly special place in an area of natural beauty fit for the most luxurious or relaxed of celebrations. The 2-story barn features exposed rough-hewn beams and rustic light fixtures, a viewing balcony perfect for cocktail hours and after dinner lounging, a bride’s room, large sliding barn doors that open to a wood deck and various lawn spaces ideal for extending the celebration outdoors.  The picture-perfect backdrop ensures that you can transform The Old Gray Barn into the wedding day you’ve always dreamed.

Recently named one of the “16 Best Destination Wedding Venues in the United States” by BRIDES in 2023, The Kimpton Taconic Hotel is a picturesque wedding and reception venue nestled in the Green Mountains of charming Manchester, Vermont. The Taconic offers modern elegance and world class amenities and service. From your rehearsal dinner to farewell brunch, the Taconic provides indoor and outdoor event spaces and on-site catering to meet your every need.

Golf Officially Opening Wednesday May 13th.
Please Reservations Only. No Walk-Ons.
Hours of Operation: Midweek 9-5pm and Weekends 8-5pm
See you on the course

Nestled among the idyllic Green Mountains of Vermont, The Equinox, Starwood Luxury Collection, features enchanting Manchester, Vermont wedding venues for your once in a lifetime occasion. Whether planning a grand celebration or an intimate affair, our dedicated Wedding Sales manager and team will ensure you have a memorable experience that is expertly executed to your exacting specifications.  Every desire will be met with unparalleled grace and professionalism from this historic centerpiece of beautiful Manchester Village.

The Pond Pavilion

Located at the foot of Mt. Equinox, this picturesque outdoor venue offers breathtaking views of the Equinox Pond and Green Mountains. Accommodates up to 120 guests.

Colonnade Ballroom

With crystal chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows, our Colonnade Ballroom is the perfect backdrop for your special day. Accommodates up to 180 guests.

Meadow House

Privately situated in one of the meadows on the edge of Manchester Village with reflecting pond overlooking the Green Mountains. Ideal for your own private destination wedding. The House has four suites and hot tub on the deck overlooking the reflecting lily pond. Perfect for both parties to prepare for the ceremony in their own private parlors. The ceremony on the lush front lawn and the custom tent with solid flooring just around the corner of Meadow House.

Accommodates up to 250 guests under our Semi Permanent tent

Chop House

Host your rehearsal dinner and post-wedding brunch with us in our intimate event spaces. Our Wedding Specialist will work with you to customize the menus and venues to meet your needs.