How Much Is a Long Island / Hamptons Wedding? Costs, Venues & Scores

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Long Island / Hamptons wedding destination

Why it stands out

Scenery9.0Vendors8.8Venues8.5

The Hamptons offer beachy elegance with the polish of NYC vendors but at a significant price premium during peak summer. Lodging is the biggest logistical challenge, many couples coordinate group house rentals for guests. Best for couples who want a luxurious coastal weekend and have a guest list comfortable with destination travel and pricing.

Avg. wedding cost

$53,000

Weddings / year

18,000+

Annual rainfall

42 in / year

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How Long Island / Hamptons scores

Overall affordability2.0/10

The Hamptons are notoriously expensive in summer, with venue and lodging premiums rivaling Manhattan.

Guest travel convenience7.8/10

NYC airports are 1-2 hours away and the Long Island Rail Road / Hampton Jitney serve guests well.

Weather and seasonality6.2/10

Beautiful summer weather drives the prime season, but the off-season is cold and quiet.

Scenery and overall vibe9.0/10

Beach estates, vineyards, and shingled compounds give the region a distinctive coastal-luxury aesthetic.

Venue options nearby8.5/10

Strong mix of vineyards, oceanfront estates, country clubs, and historic mansions.

Lodging availability6.4/10

Limited boutique hotels and inns book up far in advance; many guests rent houses.

Legal and logistical simplicity8.0/10

Standard New York state rules apply with the 24-hour waiting period.

Accessibility and inclusivity8.4/10

Generally inclusive, especially in established East End wedding circles.

Vendor ecosystem8.8/10

Robust vendor base oriented toward high-end weddings, with many vendors traveling out from NYC.

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Crescent Beach Club

Bayville, New York

Long Island’s only premier beachfront venue, Crescent Beach Club features palm lined white sand, sweeping views of the Long Island Sound and a breezy island vibe for an unforgettable seaside ceremony and reception.

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Editorially Curated

From the venue shortlist

4 of the 12 hand picked Long Island / Hamptons venues our editors keep coming back to.

01
Oheka Castle
Long Island's Gatsby-era château with formal gardens, grand staircases, and full fairytale scale.
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02
Wölffer Estate Vineyard
Sagaponack vines and rosé-hour light give the Hamptons its most photographed vineyard celebrations.
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03
Gurney's Montauk
An oceanfront resort where ceremonies happen on the only private sand beach in Montauk.
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04
Navy Beach
Montauk's barefoot-chic beachfront restaurant, ideal for sunset ceremonies and rosé-soaked receptions.
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