Wedding Venue in Darien, CT – Historic Mansion & Garden
Welcome news! The State of Connecticut plans to increase gathering sizes at commercial venues effective March 19 (assuming continued low COVID infection rates). Indoor capacity will be increased to 50% (capped at 100 people) and outdoor gatherings will be capped at 200 people.
So, amidst this crazy time, you have decided to move forward and get married – without the big guest list and huge expense. But it doesn’t mean you have to skimp on the reception, because with a smaller wedding you can truly spoil yourselves and your guests!
The Meadowlands, known for its spectacular formal garden and charming, period rooms is the perfect venue for your tiny wedding! You can customize your wedding down to every detail. Your intimate ceremony can be in the formal garden with guests socially distanced around our fountain. Then guests can enjoy cocktail hour while you spend quality time with family and friends mingling on the terrace, around the perennial border gardens and even inside!
The DCA currently has a special tiny wedding package with Palmer’s, one of its preferred caterers. We can offer you the quintessential wedding guidance and experience while following all of the social-distancing regulations. However, you can feel free to bring in a caterer of your own that suits your vision.
Have Your Tiny Wedding at the DCA Meadowlands
“We originally planned our wedding outside in a park, only to learn three days ahead of our day that it would snow. (Yes, snow in October!) In a panic, I did my research and found the DCA. They immediately got back to me and helped me get everything up and running within less than three days. They were incredibly professional, absolutely uncomplicated, and very welcoming. Plus made sure everybody was safe. All of this during a global pandemic.
We were able to take such wonderful pictures in the rose garden! If I’d done my research sooner I would have planned to go with the DCA right from the beginning. Thank you DCA team for making our day special!!!”
-Gabi & Andrew
Featuring the Tiny Wedding Package…
Fall in love with our beautiful mansion and create the wedding of your dreams. Whatever season, whatever style, this historic home opens its doors and becomes yours for the day. Dress in our romantic bridal suite. Get married in our formal garden – it makes a magnificent stage for your outdoor ceremony. Commemorate your special day with photos taken in our manicured gardens or on the sweeping front lawn. And finally, celebrate with a reception in our spacious Garden Wing and other unique, historic rooms.
Whether you envision an intimate gathering or a formal banquet, our preferred caterers offer wedding packages to meet your every need. Your dream wedding awaits, with possibilities limited only by your imagination.
Wedding Vendors Share Their Love of the DCA Meadowlands
Please scroll down to see Kayla and Dave’s wedding photos as our DCA Featured Wedding below.
Catering
Clients have the ability to choose a caterer who best fits their style. We also have a list of preferred caterers available. Catered events include the use of DCA-owned tables, chairs, china, flatware, and coffee urns (inventory details are available). Only one event is held each day when the entire house is rented.
Contact us
For further information or a tour of the estate, please contact Laura Boulton, our Catered Events Coordinator, at events@dariendca.org or 203-655-9050 extension 12.
View the DCA Meadowlands Rental Contract for Catered Events including rental fees through this link.
View wedding testimonials.
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PREFERRED CATERERS
Best in Gourmet
Known as one of the premier caterers in Fairfield County, Best in Gourmet brings passion and over 40 years of experience in the hospitality industry to all of the events it presents.
bestingourmet.com / 203-978-0360 / info@bestingourmet.com
Diane Browne Catering
From intimate dinners to corporate lunches to large fundraisers, Diane Browne and her professional staff have provided elegant catering in Fairfield County for over 25 years.
dianebrowne.com | 203-656-1920 | dlbrowne1@mac.com
Festivities
Known for the finest in catered foods, creative presentations, and detailed event planning, what sets Festivities apart is the individual attention Roe and Bill give to each client.
festivitiesevents.com | 203-847-7774 | info@festivitiesevents.com
Michael Joseph’s Catering
Michael Joseph’s Catering, a full-service caterer that has served the Darien community for 30 years, prides itself on making the host feel like a guest at his/her own party.
michael-josephs.com | 203-656-9616 | joseph@michael-josephs.com
ONTHEMARC
A full-service catering company based in Stamford, CT serving the tristate area and beyond. OTM creates memorable, well-executed events using deliberate and mindful event planning, warm and caring service, and consistent menu delivery and execution. The events range from intimate, high-touch parties to large corporate and social functions.
onthemarcevents.com | 203-274-6808 | info@onthemarcevents.com
Palmer’s Catering & Events
Exceptional food, spectacular wedding cakes and dessert bars, custom floral designs, professional staffing, and full-service design and event planning are all under one roof.
palmerscatering.com | 203-655-2077 | palmers.catering@gmail.com
Featured Wedding – Kayla and Dave
(photo credits: Rachel Girouard Photography )
Read all of our wedding reviews on our DCA Meadowlands page at the knot.
