The Space
The Grove is a premier luxury wedding venue in the heart of Cedar Grove, New Jersey, renowned for breathtaking decor, stunning photo opportunities, and gourmet food. Since opening in 2011, The Grove has become one of the only wedding venues in North Jersey with both the style and versatility to accommodate as few as 150 guests or as many as 700. The impeccably designed grand ballrooms feature striking Italian light fixtures, Palladium windows, and clever touches like hidden walls and movable stages, while the historic Personette House, circa 1771, adds genuine character. That combination of versatile grand ballrooms, luxurious design, and a historic house makes The Grove a distinctive North Jersey choice. For couples who want a luxurious, versatile wedding with grand ballrooms, gourmet cuisine, and one-wedding-at-a-time service in North Jersey, The Grove is a memorable and elegant choice.
Capacity & Layout
The Grove is one of the only wedding venues in North Jersey with the style and versatility to accommodate as few as 150 guests or as many as 700, giving couples remarkable range. The impeccably designed grand ballrooms have everything from hidden walls to movable stages and dance floors, featuring striking Italian light fixtures and Palladium windows, so the spaces adapt beautifully to different guest counts and visions. A beautiful addition to The Grove is the Historic Personette House, circa 1771, registered with the National Library of Congress and one of the oldest homes in the country, adding a genuinely unique setting for photos and moments. Because The Grove hosts only one wedding at a time, the celebration receives undivided attention. That combination of versatile grand ballrooms, a historic 1771 house, and a capacity from 150 to 700 suits weddings from mid-size to grand, keeping the celebration luxurious and connected from the ceremony through the last dance in Cedar Grove.
Amenities
The Grove pairs its luxurious setting with genuinely personalized, full-service amenities. The venue offers a dedicated event planner and promises only one wedding at a time, and it specializes in LGBTQ, Indian, and Glatt Kosher weddings, collaborating with each couple to ensure every aspect is executed flawlessly. The world-class executive chef puts a modern twist on classic cuisine, creating personalized, seasonal menus full of eclectic dishes, from ethnic favorites to casual comfort food, so the dining is a genuine highlight. The impeccably designed ballrooms with their Italian light fixtures and Palladium windows, along with the historic 1771 Personette House, give photographers a stunning range of backdrops. For the entertainment, the enclosed grand ballrooms, with their movable stages and dance floors, give a wedding DJ excellent structure and controlled acoustics to build sound and lighting into, so the reception fills the room and the dance floor stays packed at a premier Cedar Grove venue.
Location & Getting There
The Grove sits in the heart of Cedar Grove, New Jersey. That location is a genuine advantage for a wedding weekend, since guests coming from the greater New York and northern New Jersey area have a manageable drive, and Newark Liberty International Airport is convenient for anyone flying in, while nearby Cedar Grove and the surrounding area offer hotels, restaurants, and attractions for out-of-town guests. The location keeps everything convenient and easy to plan around. Yet the venue’s luxurious grand ballrooms, striking Italian fixtures, and historic 1771 house give the celebration an opulent, memorable feel once you arrive. That combination of a premier luxury venue with a convenient Cedar Grove location is a big part of what draws couples to The Grove.
Why Couples Book Dow Oak Here
You only get one reception at this venue, so it should be run by a team that already knows how to make a room like it work:
- We have actually performed at this venue, so we plan for its sound, layout, and flow instead of guessing on your night
- One team for your DJ and MC, photo booth, and custom lighting, on a single plan and one contract
- Backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team
- An online planning portal plus a planning call before the day
- More than 3,000 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees, and just $400 reserves your date
Wedding DJ FAQ
Have you performed at this venue before?
Yes. Every venue in our directory is one we have actually worked, so we already know how to set up, light, and run the room for a wedding, from ceremony sound to the last dance.
How much is a wedding DJ?
Our wedding DJ packages start at $1,500, and just $400 reserves your date. Your final price depends on add-ons like a photo booth, uplighting, or ceremony sound.
Do you provide lighting and a photo booth too?
Yes. One team handles your DJ and MC, color-matched uplighting, and a modern photo booth on a single plan.
What happens if our DJ has an emergency?
We always have trained backup DJs scheduled and on call, with your full plan shared across our team, so someone can step in seamlessly.
How do we book you?
Check your date using the form on this page. We confirm availability, send your pricing, and a $400 deposit reserves your date.
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