4.9
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Unique aesthetic style
Perfect Location for your Celebration on the Beach
Holds ceremonies and receptions
We had an exceptional experience hosting our daughter’s bat mitzvah reception at the Penfield Pavilion! The staff was wonderful to work with from start to finish and everyone went above and beyond to make sure all details were perfect. Their support helped create a truly special celebration that will certainly be a core memory for our entire family. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and we are so grateful to the entire team for helping make the day so memorable!
Samantha W.
5.0
We had our rehearsal dinner & welcome party at Jacky Durrell and it was the most perfect evening. The venue and location just fully spoke for itself with the gorgeous beachfront setting & high ceilings / wooden beams, we barely needed decor. The communication throughout the planning process & on the day was perfect and helpful. Our guests had such a wonderful time! It was a night we'll cherish forever.
Emma P.
5.0
Gaylen Brown
EVENTS DIRECTOR
AWARD WINNER (7X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Nestled along the scenic shores of Long Island Sound in Fairfield, Connecticut, The Pavilions at Penfield Beach offer two stunning beachfront venues perfect for your celebration. Whether you're envisioning a grand affair or an intimate gathering, our Penfield Pavilion and Jacky Durrell Pavilion provide breathtaking views, versatile spaces, and a serene coastal ambiance.
Penfield Pavilion, the larger of the two, features soaring cathedral ceilings, modern charm, and panoramic waterfront views. It accommodates up to 180 guests for a seated reception or 300 for a cocktail-style event. A covered deck offers the perfect setting for a picturesque ceremony or a lively cocktail hour with an ocean breeze.
For a more intimate celebration, Jacky Durrell Pavilion exudes rustic elegance with its whitewashed wood interior and vaulted sweetheart ceilings. Designed for up to 125 guests, this cozy space includes a wraparound deck, ideal for mingling and enjoying the stunning beachfront scenery.
Both venues are available in set rental increments, including time for setup, a four-hour event, and an hour for breakdown and cleanup. Additional time may be reserved based on availability. Rentals include access to the pavilion and deck, use of our tables and chairs, and an on-site attendant to assist with setup and breakdown. Additionally, we provide a curated list of recommended vendors to help bring your wedding vision to life—while you're welcome to choose your own, our trusted partners offer a great starting point.
Let us help you create an unforgettable seaside celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach!
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Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
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7-Time 'Best of Weddings'
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Meet the team
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- Gaylen BrownEvents DirectorThank you for your interest in The Pavilions at Penfield Beach! We’re thrilled to help you plan your wedding, shower, or rehearsal dinner. With two stunning beachfront venues, we make it easy to find the perfect setting for your celebration. Contact me directly, and I’ll be happy to assist you in bringing your vision to life!
- Deirdre PriceAssistant Director of EventsDeirdre has been an event planner/designer for over a decade. She started her career as an event planner in the fundraiser/non profit industry then shifted towards wedding, bar mitzvah, corporate events. Before becoming an event planner she was a designer who designed everything from logos for Madison Avenue to custom millinery/bridal for clients throughout Manhattan. Deirdre’s creative design background gives her a unique perspective on each event she plans and her attention to detail is second to none. It’s the details that create the memories.
Reviews
4.9
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Penfield/Jacky Durrell Pavilion is a stunning beachfront venue with a beautiful indoor-outdoor pavilion and deck, offering gorgeous sunset views and photo-ready space. Staff are consistently praised as responsive, professional, and helpful, making events run smoothly. One common drawback is the strict 6-hour rental limiting setup and cleanup time.Review photos
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Samantha W
5.0
We had an exceptional experience hosting our daughter’s bat mitzvah reception at the Penfield Pavilion! The staff was wonderful to work with from start to finish and everyone went ...
above and beyond to make sure all details were perfect. Their support helped create a truly special celebration that will certainly be a core memory for our entire family. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and we are so grateful to the entire team for helping make the day so memorable!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Samantha, Thank you for having Margot's Bat Mitzvah Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfie...
ld Beach. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Emma P
5.0
We had our rehearsal dinner & welcome party at Jacky Durrell and it was the most perfect evening. The venue and location just fully spoke for itself with the gorgeous beachfront se...
tting & high ceilings / wooden beams, we barely needed decor. The communication throughout the planning process & on the day was perfect and helpful. Our guests had such a wonderful time! It was a night we'll cherish forever.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Emma, Thank you for having your Rehearsal Dinner at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We ar...
e glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Congratulations again and best wishes to you & Nick! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
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Mary C
5.0
From the moment we stepped into the Penfield Pavillion we knew it was the perfect venue for us. It’s very customizable, beautiful, spacious, clean, etc. We had such great experienc...
e with all the staff. It was so pleasant and lovely overall!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Mary, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Congratulations again and best wishes to you & Kevin! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Nora I
5.0
We got married this past weekend at the Jacky Durrell Pavilion in the middle of a nor’easter!! I was so nervous about the weather, but Deirdre and the team made it all happen! We w...
ere all cozy inside, and it was the most magical day I’ve ever experienced! I’m so grateful to all who made it happen!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Nora, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience (despite the nor'easter!) and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Congratulations again and best wishes to you & John! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Limore M
5.0
Great place to have any event . Beautiful location The staff was all amazing and very helpful and walked us through everything .
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Limore, Thank you for having Aiden's Bar Mitzvah at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We ar...
e glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Zachary W
5.0
We chose Jacky Durrell as our venue ay the Pavilions and it was the most beautiful day, better than we could have dreamt up. The indoor outdoor vibe was incredible. A beautiful sun...
set and a perfect beach vibe. I am so grateful for Deidre Price. She went above and beyond to make sure our day was going perfectly. I actually don’t know what we would have done without her, she ensured everything went smoothly. Gaylen was always so responsive answering every question I had. So wonderful to work with both of them. We would HIGHLY recommend !
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Zach, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Congratulations again and best wishes to you & Ali! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Marielle K
5.0
Deirdre was amazing! She was helpful and communicative from day one. The day of our event, she set everything up and even helped to take pictures and run out when we were running l...
ow on cups and drinks! The Jacky Durrell venue is beautiful - it was intimate but not stuffy or too small, the deck was the perfect place to have drinks while watching the sunset, and our caterer and bartenders had no issues with setting up or using the kitchen and space provided. Highly recommend!!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Marielle, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach...
. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Congratulations again and best wishes to you & Brian! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Marcus P
5.0
This venue was great, reasonable, attentive and the staff was great.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Marcus, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. ...
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Congratulations again and best wishes to you & Phabe! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Kelly M
5.0
All the staff were incredible helping make our day perfect and run flawlessly
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Kelly, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. W...
e are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Congratulations again and best wishes to you & Kyle! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Robert B
5.0
Great venue, we've been there for many years and plan to continue to enjoy the Pavilion!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Rob, Thank you for having The Annual FWSIM Clambake at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime and thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Sarah K
5.0
We highly recommend this venue for your wedding. It was absolutely beautiful! Our guests had a blast dancing inside and also hanging out on the deck overlooking the beach. We could...
nt have asked for a more beautiful wedding. Our wedding coordinator Deirdre Price was amazing. She helped our vision come to life. If you want a beach front venue in CT I would recommend the Penfield Pavilion. Wish we could do it all again!!!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Sarah, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. W...
e are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Congratulations again and best wishes to you & David! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Gayathri M
5.0
Penfield Beach is a very beautiful location to celebrate a 50th birthday party or any special event. All our guests were very happy and enjoyed each and every moment. The atmospher...
e, view, and overall experience were wonderful. Everything was great!
The only concern is the timing. They provide only 6 hours, which is not enough time for setup and cleaning. It would be much better if they allowed an extra one hour for setup and an additional 30 minutes for cleaning without extra charges. That would make celebrations much more comfortable and stress-free.
Other than that, everything was excellent, and we truly had a memorable celebration!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Gayathri, Thank you for celebrating your 50th Birthday at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach....
We are so glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the beautiful waterfront setting and had such a memorable experience. It was truly our pleasure to host your special event.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding timing. Our pavilion reservations are structured with dedicated time for setup, event service, and cleanup, and additional hours may always be reserved in advance based upon availability to help accommodate deliveries, decorating, or extended breakdown needs. We are grateful for your comments and will certainly keep them in mind as we continue enhancing the guest experience.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your review, and we hope to welcome you back to Penfield Beach again in the future.
The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Nancy C
5.0
The Staff were friendly and accommodating. Gorgeous location on the beach. Great variety of tables.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Nancy, Thank you for having your Bridal Shower at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We are ...
glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Julie V
5.0
We truly appreciate all that you and your team at The Jacky Durrell Pavilion in Fairfield, CT did to make our event such a success! Your communication throughout the entire process...
was excellent, and your staff did a fantastic job setting up the space and checking in on us throughout the evening. We absolutely loved the venue for The Vanderblue Team Client Appreciation Party, and Big Green Pizza Truck was a huge hit! Thank you again for helping make everything come together so seamlessly.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Julie, Thank you for having your Client Appreciation Event at The Pavilions at Penfield Be...
ach. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Bridget F
4.0
The Jacky Durrell was so great! The indoor and outdoor space was perfect for our wedding of 85 guests. Gaylen was very timely, professional, and responsive. My only complaint is th...
at there was a 10PM noise ordinance that I didn't know about prior to booking the venue, but I'd definitely recommend this venue for a small to medium size wedding!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Bridget, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach....
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience (despite the 10:00pm Fun cutoff!) and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Diana! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Mea W
5.0
The Jackie Durrell Pavilion was the perfect setting for our wedding. The stunning beach backdrop created a beautiful atmosphere, and the pavilion itself was elegant and inviting. T...
he staff was attentive, easy to work with, and ensured everything ran smoothly on our special day. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and highly recommend this venue to anyone planning a wedding or special event.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Mea, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We ...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and have a gorgeous honeymoon! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Sophie M
5.0
We had a wonderful experience working with the Pavilions at Penfield Beach for our wedding. All the venue staff were so kind, responsive, and accommodating, and the venue thankfull...
y introduced us to our day of event coordinator Deirdre Price with The Party Partner, Inc., who was excellent to work with and so helpful in executing every detail of the day for us as we imagined. Our guests raved about how beautiful everything looked on our wedding day and things couldn't have gone more smoothly. We're so grateful!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Sophie, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. ...
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Christian! The Team at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Abby B
5.0
Our wedding at the Jacky Durrell Pavilion could not have been more perfect. The venue itself was an ideal spot to host around 100 guests—spacious yet intimate. We held our ceremony...
inside, enjoyed cocktails out on the brand new deck with beautiful views, and moved seamlessly into the reception dinner back inside.
The staff, especially Gaylan and Deirdre, were absolutely incredible to work with. They were so helpful, organized, and attentive, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. Everything came together beautifully, and the night flowed without a hitch.
We couldn’t have asked for a better experience or a more perfect setting for our wedding day!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Abigail, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach....
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Leonardo! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Anna M
5.0
The venue and support staff are spectacular! It sure did not hurt that we had picture-perfect weather. The only minor complaint is that garbage cans were in the hall as people ca...
me in for the cocktail reception, but they did move them after being prompted.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Anna, Thank you for having your Daughter's Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfiel...
d Beach. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Continued best wishes to Carmen & Chris! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Bruny G
5.0
The place is beautiful!!!! Thank you to everyone who works there for helping me with every single accommodation, especially my wedding planner, Deirdre Price, from the party partne...
r company. They made my wedding dream come true. All the details before and after were unbelievable.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Bruny, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. W...
e are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Oscar! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Sherry A
4.0
I recently hosted my daughter’s graduation party at The Pavilion, and it was truly a beautiful venue. The best feature by far is the breathtaking view—when you walk in, the first t...
hing you see is the ocean and beach, and it immediately sets the tone. The deck was also a perfect spot for our cocktail hour, giving our guests a chance to enjoy the scenery.
We had about 100 guests, and the space was just right for that size group. The Pavilion can accommodate larger parties, but I’m not sure how the layout would work once you factor in a dance floor.
The staff at the town were great to work with—very accommodating and responsive. That said, there are a few things to note. The chairs provided are not attractive (black and not very fitting for most décor), so I recommend renting your own. We also ran into minor issues with the warming ovens and the bathrooms not being cleaned properly before the event, but the on-site staff addressed those problems right away.
Overall, I would highly recommend The Pavilion. The biggest trade-off is that you need to bring in everything yourself (catering, rentals, etc.), but the unbeatable view makes it absolutely worth it.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Sherry, thank you for choosing The Pavilions at Penfield Beach to celebrate Sabrina’s grad...
uation. We’re so glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the breathtaking views, outdoor deck and overall experience. We also truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback regarding the venue setup and facilities—insights like yours help us continue to improve. It was our pleasure to be part of such a special occasion, and we look forward to welcoming you back for future celebrations!
With gratitude,
The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Meghan C
5.0
Beautiful open space venue with gorgeous covered deck and use of the beach.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Meghan, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. ...
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Matthew! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Madison B
5.0
A perfect welcome event at Penfield Pavilion!
We hosted our welcome event the night before our wedding at Penfield Pavilion, and it was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, e...
verything went off without a hitch.
Gaylen was incredibly helpful and responsive leading up to the event, which made the planning process so smooth and stress-free. On the day of, everything ran seamlessly — the space looked beautiful, the team was so accommodating, and we couldn’t have been happier with how it all came together.
We’re so grateful to have kicked off our wedding weekend at such a beautiful and well-run venue. We will absolutely host future events at Penfield Pavilion — it was the perfect experience!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Madison, Thank you for having your Wedding Welcome Event at The Pavilions at Penfield Beac...
h. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Anthony! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Carolyn M
5.0
We held a rehearsal dinner for 70 people at Jacky Durrell pavilion. The guests raved about the venue and view. Gaylen was very responsive and helpful. I would highly recommend the...
venue for the beauty of the building, beachy vibes and friendly staff.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Carolyn, Thank you for having your Rehearsal Dinner at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to Hannah & Cole! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Cheryl B
5.0
Our event at the Jacky Durrell Pavilion went perfectly from start to finish! Everyone involved with our first inquiry to clean up after the event was amazing!! I highly recommend t...
his amazing location. Beautiful venue with outstanding views and service.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Cheryl, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. ...
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Peter! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Anna T
5.0
We celebrated our casual Saturday morning/afternoon wedding here just last weekend. Beautiful venue, Gaylen is really easy to work with and Dierdre is a literal angel. She helped u...
s plan and arrange day of coordination, i COULD NOT have survived without her. Had a last minute vendor fall off the face of the earth and Dierdre solved my problem is under an hour. Everything moved right along perfectly. Everyone was so kind and helpful would absolutely book this venue and Dierdre again for any event!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Anna, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Richard! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Maddy M
5.0
Couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful venue for our wedding. Special shoutout to Gaylen and team for making the process as smooth as possible!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Maddy, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. W...
e are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and CJ! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Liam B
5.0
Excellent venue. Great view: can see water from inside, clear and wide view of beach on the deck. Venue staff is great at communicating with client and with accommodating requests....
Large parking lot on site. One especially nice feature is that during an event held inside (e.g. wedding reception), guests can easily go from the inside to the deck to enjoy the beach view and nice breeze.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Liam, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Kelly! Enjoy your Honeymoon! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Joe S
5.0
This venue was perfect for my wedding welcome party on Penfield Beach. Interior is big with beautiful views of the sea.
The team is very easy to work with and the venue is super fl...
exible to our needs. The price is HARD TO BEAT.
Would recommend for a pre-wedding destination for easy to coordinate events since they don't provide a wedding coordinator. My guests still talk about the space and how nice it was to be right on the beach.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Joe, Thank you for having your Wedding Welcome Party at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. W...
e are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Tori S
5.0
We had our wedding reception at the Jacky Durrell Pavilion on a Thursday in May 2024. We had 85 guests and for wanting a decent sized dance floor, dj, 11 round tables and food buff...
et tables, I’d say we just fit well! The weather was warm for the beginning of the month, and it was gorgeous to get pictures on the beach at sunset! The venue looks stunning and the photos are amazing. I will admit, I was initially overwhelmed with having to bring in all the staff and food, decorations everything ourselves. I will say two things: wedding planner and wedding day of coordinator!! They will deal with finding and contacting the professionals you need so you can enjoy your big day! It was the perfect venue, I loved my wedding so much and a big thank you to the parks and rec staff who helped me check out the space several times leading up to the event!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Tori, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Francis! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Gabrielle D
5.0
We rented Jacky Durrell Pavilion for our daughter's first birthday and we had an amazing experience. The pavilion itself is beautiful and required no decor. Gaylen and Deirdre were...
terrific to work with and they were attentive and responsive!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Gabrielle, Thank you for having Livie's 1st Birthday Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfi...
eld Beach. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Kim S
5.0
I just got married here on October 11th and I could not have pictured a more perfect place! Everything was absolutely amazing and I highly recommend this facility for your wedding!...
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Kim, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We ...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Jason! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
T.J. W
5.0
My fiancé and I had the absolute pleasure of having our special day at the Jacky Durrell Pavilion in Oct. 2024, with the assistance of Gaylen B. from Parks & Rec, and Deirde Price ...
and her team. What a venue! What a night! We could not be more pleased with the space and everyone's communication, professionalism and dedication to ensuring we had a lovely night - and we did! THANK YOU - T.J. & Lindsie
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
T.J., Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Lindsie! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Caitlin C
5.0
Fantastic!! We couldn’t have asked for a better venue. It was so beautiful we didn’t even need decor. All guests complimented how beautiful the facility and the beach was.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Caitlin, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach....
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and John! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Janet S
5.0
Great venue where you can personalize everything to your liking. Gaylen was also extremely professional and responded to any questions or concerns I had in a prompt matter. Would h...
ighly recommend for any event!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Janet, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. W...
e are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Garrett! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
D V
5.0
The Jacky Durrell Pavilion is located right on the beach in Fairfield CT. Truly a little piece of heaven right here on earth. Being able to sit out on deck and look out at the so...
und adds a great deal of ambiance to any event. I have used this location twice for fundraising events, and the larger Pavilion once for a personal one. Overwhelmingly satisfied on all three occasions.
Kirk N
5.0
Great location and services. Everyone we worked with was amazing and made sure to help us make the most of our special day.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Kirk, Thank you for having your Welcome Reception at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We a...
re glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Janet! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Kerry L
5.0
Venue was simple and perfect for our party. It was extremely easy to deal with the Town of Fairfield for the rental. They were very helpful and answered any questions we had.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Kerry, Thank you for having your Graduation Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach...
. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Katharine E
5.0
Penfield Beach was an ideal place to have our wedding, the venue was set up perfectly and the facilities were just what we needed. The staff were so helpful throughout the booking ...
process and on our wedding day, I appreciate their excellent communication and support.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Katharine, Thank you for having your Wedding Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beac...
h. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Best wishes to you and Dennis! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Irem S
5.0
We hosted a graduation party at the Penfield Pavilion and it was awesome! Staff was very friendly and helpful everything was amazing
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Irem, Thank you for having your Graduation Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach....
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Susan W
5.0
Everyone enjoyed themselves and the venue allowed for plenty of room. Having the kitchen was so helpful and Hailey, my town helper, was kind and helpful. Just be advised, you need ...
to leave as per rules. We did but that was the hardest thing getting my guests to leave.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Susan, Thank you for having your Graduation/Birthday Celebration at The Pavilions at Penfi...
eld Beach. We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience (and didn't want to leave! LOL!) and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Nicole W
5.0
This venue was amazing for our wedding! Gaylen was quick to answer any questions I had and kept me on track with what was needed for the venue. I would use this venue again for oth...
er parties or gatherings and recommend to anyone wanting to have an event with a beautiful beach view!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Nicole, Thank you for having your Wedding at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We are glad ...
to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review and include that gorgeous picture!! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Cameron C
5.0
Gaylen was wonderful to work with. She was very responsive and answered all our questions. The venue was gorgeous and we will be booking more of our events there in the future!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Cameron, Thank you for having your Fundraiser at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We are g...
lad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Katie G
5.0
We had our Wedding at Jacky Durrell, it is the smaller of the 2 venues there. We were married on the beach right in front of the pavillion and it was beautiful. It was a blank canv...
as, but included tables and chairs, for an affordable price. The building is so beachy and has newly renovated restrooms!
Gaylen was a pleasure to work with. Deirdre Price ended up being our day of coordinator and she was AMAZING. She went out of her way to make sure everything was perfect and exactly what we had talked about and then some. She was so easy to work with and really made the day happen. I highly recommend her!!
Their recommended vendors were amazing to work with and were so familiar with the building. For anyone looking for a space to really create their own vision, this is the beach venue of your dreams.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Katie, Thank you for having your Wedding at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We are glad t...
o hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review and include those gorgeous pictures!! The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Patricia D
5.0
Had my daughter's baby shower here and it was absolutely wonderful.. From start to finish. Beautiful hall overlooking the water.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Patricia, Thank you for having Jessica's Baby Shower at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. W...
e are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
B K
5.0
The Pavilions at Fairfield Beach are a great venue for a beach-themed, or relaxed wedding event - welcome party, shower or even reception. We used the Durrell Pavilion which has a ...
spectacular view of the Long Island Sound, is easy to access for guests, has a good size kitchen and quality equipment for setting up the event.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Brian, Thank you for having your Welcome Reception at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We ...
are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Craig A
5.0
The venue was stunning and the evening was an incredible success. Deirdre Price could not have been more creative, helpful and accommodating for our event. I highly recommend her a...
nd the venue.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Craig, Thank you for having your fundraiser at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We are gla...
d to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Michael D
5.0
The Town of Fairfield, Gaylen and her team were excellent in helping with the venue for our party. everything worked out perfectly and the venue was exactly as we expected
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Michael, Thank you for having your event at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We are glad t...
o hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Courteney C
5.0
We rented Jacky Durrell for a wedding reception for 80 people and their staff were really wonderful. Connect early with their event manager, Dierdre, and she can provide extra help...
with any planning details. Everything was wonderful! The two Pavilions are a secret treasure, right on the water. Thank you Galen and staff for being so helpful and accommodating! The City of Fairfield should be proud.
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Courteney, Thank you for having your Wedding at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. We are gl...
ad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Emma K
5.0
We had an amazing experience renting the Jacky Durrell pavilion for a beach party in advance of our wedding! We loved the location and the affordability of the venue, working with ...
the coordinator was also super straightforward and pleasant! We rented during the day so that our guests could enjoy going to the beach and come inside the pavilion for lunch. In late June, it. was a little warm with no AC but not too hot since the windows/doors open and let in a breeze! Having a pizza truck outside to cater was really convenient and I'd highly recommend that too! We used the fridge provided for drinks and the kitchen for setup/cleanup, and it was easy to set up decorations etc. with all the chairs and tables laid out in advance. We also brought just one speaker for music which worked fine for a casual event. Overall, I'd highly recommend! Ample parking, easy set up and clean up and access, and a beautiful setting!
Response from The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
Emma, Thank you for having your Wedding Welcome Party at The Pavilions at Penfield Beach. ...
We are glad to hear that you and your guests enjoyed the experience and we look forward to welcoming you back for future events! Please do not hesitate to reach out anytime. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. The Teams at Fairfield Parks & Recreation and The Pavilions at Penfield Beach
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