Celebrate at Snug Harbor

ctions due to COVID, Erin was with us every step of the way. Our countless questions were answered and always in a timely and reassuring manner. We attended a beautiful menu tasting to help us decide on our cocktail hour and reception options. We also had a very specific request of cutting a pizza instead of a wedding cake and Celebrate made this dream a reality. They made a pizza inspired by our favorites and not only was it delicious, but our guests absolutely loved the idea. The food for our cocktail hour and reception was full of variety, unique, and delicious. We loved the fact that they didn't offer your typical "catering hall" options. The drinks (especially our signature drinks) were excellent. They were also very accomodating in terms of the food allergies and dietary restrictions of our guests. As the date approached, we met with Erin and Jessica to plan the day of details. We were provided with helpful guides and easy-to-fill-out forms to cover every aspect of our wedding. The day of, we had Erin, Jessica, and Shelby (our bridal attendant), assisting not only me and my husband, but all of our bridal party, family, friends, and guests. The staff was so accomodating, kind, and helpful to everyone they interacted with. We had such a positive experience from start to finish and I cannot recommend them enough! It was such a relief knowing that we had an amazing team of people there to support us along our wedding planning journey and to make sure we got to enjoy every minute of our special day.

d beautiful. We were concerned about having an outdoor wedding in the beginning of october but the entire time the staff and planners assured us about all the preparation that went into making sure we had a seamless wedding. I cannot recommend the staff enough for how attentive they were the day of and assisting my wife and I with making sure things were going according to plan and making sure we were fed because its so easy to forget to eat on your wedding day! Snug Harbor is the shining gem of Staten Island and absolutely worth getting married at.

to movement, we did have difficulty organizing communication for payments and such. However, everything truly turned around and came together to perfection the day of all due to the great help of Jessica Martinez and Anaya who was the bridal attendant. The day of I could rely on both these women to help organize vendors and the bridal party. I really did not feel like I was alone in executing this wedding because of their assistance. The bridal suite doesn’t have the best AC. We had wished the AC was on prior to arrival. The grooms suite was just down the hall and was quite cramped compared to the bridal suite. It had no natural light and there weren’t enough stable places to hand suits. One thing we noticed was guests were not being directed to the ceremony area and were walking passed the couple and bridal party. The grounds are large and guests could have been better directed. The food the day of was great! One thing I noticed was some thing could have been served warmer for the pass around service. Desserts also seemed to be missed by some guests during pass around service at the reception. The bartender also on staff for one side seemed to have been new as they had difficulty with remembering drink recipes. Breakdown went well, once again all due to a large help from our event coordinator and bridal attendant. Even with all the minute issues and small challenges the service from Jessica and Anaya really made it all worth it. Thank you again ladies!

olar's Garden (where we held our ceremony!) to the stunning Tuscan Garden. On our wedding day, Jessica and her team did a fantastic job in making sure everything ran smoothly and making our vision come to life. We were also blown away by the quality and presentation of the food; our guests raved about how delicious everything was! Our wedding was a dream come true, and we're so grateful that Snug Harbor gave us the opportunity to make it happen :)

ient and helpful, responding to our questions very promptly and were accommodating to our request to mix-and-match food from the brunch and dinner menu, and to have a half-hour of "guest arrival" time in the Chinese Scholar's Garden on top of cocktail hour, as we did not have a ceremony onsite. One thing that was frustrating throughout was that they didn't have something like a comprehensive info packet with all of the things they do/offer/provide, so we had to find things out by asking specific questions, which led to very long email chains and constant stream of questions. They did this too with our vendors who were new to them -- rather than telling them everything up front, they would just answer questions as they were asked. Unfortunately, Erin left for a new job after we booked thinking she would be our planner, and even after several months, Snug did not replace her, so they were short-staffed, which was concerning. Jessica became our main contact, and despite this loss in staffing, she made the day go very smoothly with very few issues, all of which were minor. I was delighted that the food at the wedding was actually good! (The food at their big tasting event was disappointing, where we could only taste from a limited menu and I thought the flavors fell flat; we could not taste the food before booking). We had cocktail hour in the Chinese Scholar's Garden and reception in the Tented Pavilion -- our day was cold and rainy, but their heat lamps at the tent helped a bit. Our bridal attendant was Diana who we completely loved -- very helpful to us and our family, and her relaxed and confident attitude was really reassuring. Various small things were not done as we had agreed/expected, but again they were minor and ok. For example, some caterers let you take home the leftover food, but Snug does not allow it (no reason given) -- they only let the bride/groom take home a few servings. Another example was they said they would have hand sanitizer stations at the tent, but they did not. And they did not know the dimensions of the chandeliers for my florist. Again, it all was ok/worked out, and there were many other requests that were met as expected. Overall we had a positive experience with Jessica and the service staff and really enjoyed our wedding day--they made it all run really well, which was the most important thing. They even stood in the rain to direct guests from cocktail hour to the tent! Especially at an affordable price point with all the service involved, I highly recommend going with Snug if you want to have an easy wedding experience with people who really know what they're doing and have done this a million times over!

y helpful and professional. Sydney our Bridal Attendant was our shadow, she made sure we were always comfortable and on time ! We were married in an outdoor ceremony in the Tuscan Garden with the cocktail and reception taking place in the Tuscan Garden and Tented Pavilion. They Chef created a custom Jewish/Italian menu that had all guests impressed and raving about the food. We loved every part of our Wedding Day. We highly recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor. Abby & Levi

e decided on an outdoor ceremony and outdoor cocktail party. When the sun went down we moved inside for The Great Hall for dinner and dancing. I can’t say enough good things about the planners and staff. Guests are still complimenting our wedding day. The food was incredible and the staff were professional. We had a lot of specific food asks and allergies, they accommodated everyone. We loved Sydney our Bridal Attendant and Jessica the Event Planner. Both went above any beyond to make our day perfect.

end this place! Thank you Jessica and the whole Snug staff!

walk-through, and the team was so flexible and helped us change the cocktail hour location to the Tuscan Garden at the last second, which I really appreciate. I couldn't believe how beautiful the tented pavilion looked on the night of my event. My team was really responsive to any concerns that I had and I am extra grateful for Jessica! I think there is room for improvement when it comes to signage for guests and parking (a lot of people were confused) but other than that, my guests raved abut everything. Also I would suggest that they upgrade to some prettier fans for the tented pavilion. But those are my only cons!

t detail, and offered her amazing advice on set up, presentation, games, & decor. Her staff, led by Tanya, were exceptional. The entire team were so attentive, kind, and didn't miss a beat. This day was a dream come true for me & my guests. Everyone loved the special apple cider margaritas!! I cannot thank the team enough for all their hard work!! Amazing day, feeling so thankful!

d catered to just what we wanted, and I got so many compliments on the Tuscan Garden and Great Hall, where we had our ceremony and reception. People called it a fairytale venue!

res. The team was professional and punctual. Erin is the sweetest most hardworking woman and made sure that I felt calm and satisfied throughout the entire process from day 1 until my wedding day. She is extremely calming, reassuring and on point! The food was incredible and my guests were raving about the décor, ambiance, and staff service. 5 stars for Erin and the Celebrate at Snug Harbor Team. My wedding day went off without a hitch and it was incredible.

st too many places to choose for photos! Shelby, our bridal attendant was AMAZING. She was always right where we needed her, kept us on track, and saved me from a couple bustle and blister emergencies! 100% recommend Celebrate at Snug Harbor and the wonderful team there.

the most amazing wedding coordinator to work with from day one. Even through the craziness of planning during the pandemic, Erin was so flexible, understanding, and compassionate. On the day of our wedding, Erin and Emily crushed it! Erin truly made sure every detail of our vision was in place and made everything perfect. Emily was the greatest bridal attendant, she truly went above and beyond to help make our day feel so seamless. THANK YOU TO THE ENTIRE CELEBRATE TEAM!

id not happen by chance. It was due to the incredible hard work and superior service provided by everyone with Celebrate at Snug Harbor. Most of all, we would like to shout out Erin. You truly don't need a wedding planner when you have Erin at your service. She made every request possible, and was the most helpful resource and guided us throughout every detail of the process. Not to mention she is an absolute pleasure to work with. We were still able to have a joyful experience planning a wedding in the midst of a pandemic due to the professionalism and elite service from Celebrate at Snug Harbor. We knew that no matter what happened, they would make sure we had the best day. On to the day itself, the food was incredible! The cocktail hour garden and reception room were stunning. They spent extra time, went above and beyond, to print menus and signage that matched our theme and decor. The service that they provided my husband and me, as well as our guests, was world class. I could go on and on, but all this to say, you will be so happy to have chosen Celebrate at Snug Harbor as your wedding venue. It is the most beautiful site, and a flawless experience end to end.

ce we wanted. He went beyond the call of duty to be present for us and help us with all of our needs. Highly recommend!!

with a few surprises behind the scenes. Without her and her crew both the bride and I would have been a mess but she made sure everything went off without a hitch. The food at snug harbor was incredible as well as the drinks. Every staff member was on point from start to finish and I would recommend them to anyone!

ecute our perfect wedding. I can not reccomend Snug Harbor highly enough.

e planning process, also one of the main reasons we decided to switch venues. She was attentive, responded quickly and helped us with many decisions to make our night better than we can ever imagine. For a 180 person wedding, there as never a server not in site and someone was always available to attend to everyone's needs, no to mention our bridal attendant who exceeded expectations as well. Erin and her team went above and beyond to make everything go as smooth and seamless as possible for us. It's been over a week and we are still receiving texts and phone calls how beautiful everything was, how amazing the staff was and how delicious the food was. We cannot thank the Celebrate family enough for making our magical night such an unforgettable one.

beauty and splendor of the venue went WAY BEYOND our expectations. Our guests had an INCREDIBLE experience! First, the space is GORGEOUS. Our ceremony and cocktail hour were in the lush and vibrant Tuscan Garden, allowing our guests to celebrate among fountains, greenery and flowers. We then moved into the Great Hall for our reception, whose towering ornate 30ft ceilings were spectacular and provided great acoustics. The ambiance was warm and inviting, yet with nearly 175 people attending there was MORE than enough space for everyone and a huge dance floor. Second, the food is INCREDIBLE. Their experienced staff had everything from sushi and lobster rolls to fried chicken + red velvet waffle sandwiches. We can’t emphasize enough the diversity of options and exceptional execution of everything they do. What’s more, their kitchen is extremely accommodating with all dietary restrictions and has a delicious plant-based menu. Did we mention the fabulous open bar? Third—and the MOST important—what made Snug Harbor the best decision of our entire wedding planning process was their STAFF. Everyone is professional, funny, relaxed and ready to support you and make your day be the greatest day of your lives. John Ianniello (our event specialist) and his team now feel like lifelong friends to us. Like many Covid couples, we’d planned to have our wedding at Snug Harbor in November 2020 but had to move it to June 2021. In the process, John and team were nothing short of incredible, going so far out of their way for the smallest details to make our day perfect (and extremely safe!). When an issue inevitably happened with an outside vendor, we didn’t have to lift a finger; John and Erin covered everything for us. What’s more, we can confidently say that our wedding was extremely Covid compliant and safe thanks to the Celebrate team. Celebrate at Snug Harbor is simply the best wedding venue Staten Island has to offer, and is one of the best wedding venues in New York City.

t gem, if not, the main reason why Staten Island is on the map to begin with. From Erin O' Keefe, one of the wedding coordinators, as well as her entire team (from her counterparts, the bartenders, the waiters, the attendances, maire d's and especially Emily), my now husband and I felt like we were royalty. I am a planner myself-so if there are any brides that are just as particular as I am, I am letting you know that Erin and her team are the DREAM team to make all your endeavors come true. For example, I wrote a 4 page (no spaces) in depth logistic summary that included the venue personnel, the photographer, videographer, DJ and florist. Celebrate and Snug dissected every line and every sentence to ensure that EVERY detail was met. During the engagement period to the actual wedding day, my father had passed away from COVID. I lost all ambition to plan a wedding and to celebrate this important day. When we had spoken to the venue in regards to possibly cancelling the big day, Erin and her team showed so much compassion to our family. Regardless that they are a business that strives on events, they were the most compassionate people during the time of me going through the emotions of death of my father. Without being obnoxious, they would call from time to time just to check in- no wedding talk but just to check in to see if I was alright. Some people may find that annoying but during the time of isolation and also working in the medical field, i thoroughly relished in their support. Now, the wedding day itself- all the weekends in May 2021 were beautiful and sunny...except for the weekend that we got married. It rained tremendously. However, this venue made me feel like the rain did not even exist. They were already pre-planning plan B in order to make sure to stay consistent with time and they found locations on the grounds to make sure I had amazing photos. My team- Erin and Emily and John stood in the rain- soaking wet to make sure that my husband and I looked like nothing phased us. With them by our sides, nothing actually did. The food from Relish Catering is amazing. We love the food! Our signature cocktails and open bar were greatly used during the wedding. The bartenders were fun and witty and our guests had a blast enjoying their drinks. The Great Hall, or as we call it the 9 3/4 room (harry potter reference), is as tall as a sky scraper but feels as intimate as a cottage. With the fire places lit and the candles aglow, our guests and us felt like Snug Harbor embraced us that night. Our ceremony was held downstairs. We were supposed to have it in the Tuscan Garden but with the rain, we relocated. I did not have much to say in regards to the ceremony because the team pulled it off. They understood the vision, the feel, the vibe that we were trying to emulate. If you are looking for a great wedding on beautiful grounds, then choose Celebrate at Snug Harbor, where the gardens and the flowers show endless beauty. If you are looking for a perfect wedding that can overcome any situation, including downpour of rain and 40 degree weather in the month of May, then choose Celebrate at Snug Harbor. You will not regret anything. Emily, John and my favorite Erin will not ever let you down!

r. John made planning my wedding as smooth as I could have imagined and he helped make the day of our wedding as special as could be. The food was delicious and the service was attentive throughout he whole evening. Shelby was with me every moment making sure me and my bridesmaids had everything we needed. Many of our guests made sure to express to us in the following weeks that our wedding was the best wedding they had ever attended. Every detail was on point. We couldn’t have chose a better place to commit our lives to one another before Almighty God.

oncerns very quickly even on his day off I would definitely book another event there with John thanks again John my daughter had a wonderful time

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eel like family. She is one of a kind!!! The staff was AMAZING!! Tayna ensured that all went smooth. Diana our server was there for anything that was needed. My quests were so impressed with the food and service. They stated they were very impressed with how their food was served. All servers served the table at the same time. Just beautiful. We did not want the party to end. It was stunning!!! Thank you Erin and the entire staff for making my daughters shower unforgettable. I will see you next year for my other daughters shower:)