When most people picture a Catskills wedding, they imagine sunny summer afternoons and lush green landscapes. But ask anyone who has experienced the Ashokan Center in the fall or winter, and they’ll tell you something different.
As the leaves turn brilliant shades of red and gold, or a fresh blanket of snow settles across the mountains, the Ashokan Center transforms into something truly magical. With 385 acres of forests, fields, waterfalls, historic buildings, and cozy lodges, every season offers a breathtaking backdrop for a wedding that’s anything but ordinary.
A Wedding Weekend, Not Just a Wedding Day
One of the things couples love most about getting married at the Ashokan Center is that it isn’t simply a venue—it’s an experience.
Instead of rushing through a few hours together, you and your loved ones can spend an entire weekend reconnecting, relaxing, and celebrating.
Guests can stay overnight on campus, gather around campfires, hike wooded trails, stroll across the iconic Wiggly Bridge, enjoy delicious meals together, and create memories long before and after you say, “I do.”
As one couple shared:
“The experience of getting ‘away from it all’ with our guests is one we will always treasure. Knowing that the costs of renting out the Center go towards their amazing environmental education programming made us even more happy to get married there.” — Lauren
Another couple described it perfectly:
“It was amazing to have the whole place to ourselves—acres and acres of hiking trails, fields and hills to explore, and beautiful settings for all of our wedding activities.” — Brooke
The Beauty of the Seasons
Autumn paints the campus in vibrant colors, creating stunning ceremony sites beneath golden trees and unforgettable photo opportunities throughout the property.
Winter offers something equally enchanting.
Imagine exchanging vows beside softly falling snow, warming up afterward with hot drinks by the fire, and celebrating with family and friends in one of Ashokan’s inviting gathering spaces. The combination of rustic charm, historic buildings, and natural beauty creates an atmosphere that feels intimate, cozy, and timeless.
Even when the weather doesn’t go exactly as planned, couples discover unexpected moments they’ll treasure forever.
“We unfortunately had rain on our wedding day, but the indoor ceremony site ended up feeling very special and intimate—we didn’t even miss being outdoors.” — Arden
A Place That Feels Like Home
At the Ashokan Center, every wedding is as unique as the couple celebrating it.
Whether you’re envisioning rustic elegance, woodland romance, a laid-back weekend celebration, or a formal gathering surrounded by nature, our team works alongside you to bring your vision to life.
“The Ashokan Center offers a beautiful setting that you can then customize to create the wedding of your dreams—be it rustic, chic, whimsical, relaxed, fancy, or a mix.” — Carly
Our experienced staff, Wedding Coordinator, and Executive Chef work together to make planning as enjoyable as the celebration itself.
“We couldn’t be happier with Lisa and the whole team at the Ashokan Center. The team was able to accommodate everything we needed and really felt like our friends by the time it was over.” — Timothy
More Than a Venue
One of the things that makes Ashokan different is that your wedding supports something bigger.
As a nonprofit organization, every wedding helps sustain the Ashokan Center’s mission to inspire learning and build community through shared experiences in nature, history, music, and art.
That means your celebration helps support environmental education for schoolchildren, Music & Dance Camps, public events, and the preservation of this extraordinary 385-acre campus.
It’s a wedding that creates lasting memories—not only for you and your guests, but for future generations who will experience the Ashokan Center.
A Weekend You’ll Never Forget
Couples consistently tell us that what makes Ashokan unforgettable isn’t just the scenery—it’s the people.
“We can’t even put into words how perfect the day was. And it was perfect because of the people we got to work with at the Ashokan Center. They are a family that welcome you in and make you feel like one.” — Ian McGrew
Amanda, who celebrated her wedding here last fall, shared:
“We are so lucky to have selected The Ashokan Center as our venue! We wanted so many memorable moments and had non-traditional ideas, and throughout the process, Lisa, Chef Bill, and James were all in, helping us make our dreams come true. We and our guests got to enjoy the whole weekend together, eat delicious food, and celebrate our new union!”
Start Planning Your Catskills Wedding
If you’re dreaming of crisp autumn air, colorful mountain views, cozy winter gatherings, and an entire weekend spent surrounded by the people you love, we’d love to show you everything the Ashokan Center has to offer.
Our team will work with you to create a celebration that reflects your story while providing an unforgettable experience for everyone who joins you.
To learn more, schedule a tour, or check availability, contact Lisa Hurley, our Director of Private Events, at weddings@ashokancenter.org or (845) 657-8333.
Your unforgettable Catskills wedding begins here.