Why the Berkshires Is the Next Hudson Valley for Weddings
The Hudson Valley may be the household name, but there’s another destination making waves with engaged couples who care just as much about the guest experience as they do about the big day itself: the Berkshires.
If you’re planning a wedding and haven’t considered this part of western Massachusetts yet, here’s why you should — and why the Berkshires are quickly becoming the region’s next iconic wedding location.
1. It Offers the Same Beauty, With More Breathing Room
The Berkshires has everything people love about the Hudson Valley, rolling hills, crisp air, historic venues, and picture-perfect views, but without the overbooked calendars and waitlists. Venues here still feel personal. Private. Like you found something no one else has yet.
For couples who want their wedding to feel like an escape, the Berkshires gives you that without trying too hard.
2. The Guest Experience Is Built Into the Culture
This region thrives on hospitality. It’s home to incredible boutique hotels, wellness resorts, and charming inns that are designed for connection and comfort. Your guests won’t just come for the wedding — they’ll turn it into a weekend they rave about.
From local hikes and farmers markets to museums and late-night bonfires, this is a place where people actually relax. It’s not a rush from one thing to the next. It’s a full experience without the effort.
3. The Venues Are Fresh, Thoughtful, and So Well Designed
The Berkshires is full of properties that are either brand new or newly reimagined. You’ll find modern barns, classic estates, artistic spaces, and even elevated summer camps—each one with its own character and layout.
These venues are being designed with both aesthetics and logistics in mind. That means you’ll get a beautiful ceremony location and a rain plan that doesn’t feel like a compromise. A kitchen that can handle catering. A flow that works for your timeline.
4. It’s Closer Than People Think
The Berkshires is often lumped in with “destination weddings,” but it’s actually very accessible. Couples from NYC, Boston, the Hudson Valley, and Albany can all get here without flights or fuss.
Cities like Lenox, Stockbridge, and Great Barrington are easy to reach and full of charm. For guests, it feels like a getaway without the hassle of travel.
5. It Feels More Like You
A lot of couples today are looking for something that feels a little off-script. Less performative. More connected. The Berkshires checks all those boxes.
It’s perfect for couples who care about their people having a good time. Who want real food, good music, cozy rooms, and meaningful moments. It’s for people who’d rather remember how it felt than just how it looked.
Considering the Berkshires?
I help couples plan weddings across the Berkshires and Upstate NY. If you’re dreaming of a weekend that’s beautiful, thoughtful, and rooted in experience, let’s make it happen.
