Question: What’s included in a wedding package at a Long Island catering hall, and can it be customized to fit our vision and budget?
Most Long Island catering halls offer all-inclusive wedding packages that take the stress out of planning — and yes, many can be tailored to suit your specific style, guest count, and budget.
Here’s what’s typically included:
Five-hour receptions with cocktail hour and sit-down dinner
Open bar featuring premium liquors
Customizable menus with hors d’oeuvres, entrees, desserts, and wedding cake
Bridal suite access
Valet parking or shuttle service
On-site ceremony options (indoor or outdoor)
Maitre’d and bridal attendant services
Upgraded linens, lighting, and décor options
Great examples of Long Island catering halls with customizable wedding packages:
The Vineyards at Aquebogue – North Fork
Set on the East End, this romantic vineyard venue offers wedding packages including vineyard views, gourmet farm-to-table menus, and indoor or outdoor ceremony options. Their packages are fully customizable with local wine pairings and seasonal ingredients.
Westbury Manor – Westbury
This Gold Coast gem offers elegant indoor and outdoor spaces with curated wedding packages that include a cocktail hour in the conservatory, a full sit-down dinner, and their exclusive Wedding Planner App to help couples stay organized.
Flowerfield – St. James
Known for its greenhouse ceremony space and 56 acres of lush grounds, Flowerfield offers one event at a time. It includes everything from valet parking to custom menus and private dressing suites in their comprehensive wedding packages.
The Carltun – Eisenhower Park, East Meadow
The Carltun offers customizable wedding packages in a classic estate setting. Choose from multiple ballrooms and menus that reflect your culinary preferences. They even offer wine pairings and premium upgrades.
Larkfield – East Northport
Larkfield’s Tuscan-style venue offers all-inclusive packages with a cocktail hour, an open bar, dessert stations, and an on-site ceremony space. They also provide “one wedding at a time” exclusivity and fully customizable menu options.
Pro Tip: When touring venues, ask:
Are there any seasonal or weekday discounts?
Can we swap out menu items or upgrade cocktail hour stations?
Are décor upgrades or vendor packages (like DJ, florist, or photo) available?
Every couple is different, and many Long Island venues are happy to customize a package around your priorities, whether that means focusing on food, flowers, entertainment, or a show-stopping entrance.