NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ever dreamed of getting married where Ross and Rachel tied the knot or the Blank Space music video was filmed? How about in the enchanting woodlands of Redmond, Washington, or an intimate New York City bookstore surrounded by literary classics? Engaged couples are in luck. Today, The Knot, a leading all-in-one wedding planning resource, debuts its Unforgettable Venues Collection – a curated list of 54 extraordinary wedding locations for any style, budget, size and vibe on The Knot Vendor Marketplace. Marking the first collection of its kind from The Knot, each venue was chosen by industry and editorial experts and placed within one or more of six categories: Picturesque Places, Historic Hotspots, Zoos & Aquariums, Keep It Intimate, Unique Spaces and As Featured In.
“To be included in The Knot Unforgettable Venues Collection has been such a positive experience. It’s clear that we are a collective team working to bring more people through the doors of our special venue, and I can’t thank them enough for all their work.”
“Planning a wedding involves making hundreds of important decisions, with the venue being one of the first and most significant. Every couple wants their wedding to make a statement that reflects their unique relationship, and choosing the right venue is key,” said Kiara Kempski, Vice President of Consumer Marketing at The Knot. “Whether you’re seeking an intimate gem, breathtaking backdrop or grand landmark, The Knot Unforgettable Venues Collection showcases how The Knot Vendor Marketplace has a venue for any couple’s vision.”
Introducing The Knot Unforgettable Venues:
- As Featured In: Glamorous settings made famous by celebrities, movies and TV shows.
- Cedar Lakes Estate in Port Jervis, NY (wedding venue of stars from Lady Bird and How I Met Your Mother)
- Hotel Chelsea in New York (name-dropped in a song from your favorite Tortured Poet)
- Housing Works Bookstore in New York (All Too Well music video) (also in the Unique Spaces and Keep It Intimate categories)
- Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels, MD (Wedding Crashers)
- Kualoa Ranchin Kaneohe, HI (50 First Dates and Starships music video) (also in the Picturesque Places category)
- Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas (Ross and Rachel’s Vegas wedding) (also in the Keep It Intimate category)
- Marigny Opera House in New Orleans (wedding venue of star from Bring It On: All or Nothing) (also in the Unique Spaces category)
- Oheka Castle in Huntington, NY (Blank Space music video) (also in the Historic Hotspots and Picturesque Places categories)
- The American Theater in Charleston, SC (The Notebook) (also in the Historic Hotspots category)
- The Foundryin Long Island City, NY (Girls)
- The Plaza Hotel in New York (Sleepless in Seattle, American Hustle and Home Alone) (also in the Picturesque Places category)
- The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapaluain Kapalua, HI (wedding venue of star from Top Gun)
- Timberline Lodge in Government Camp, OR (The Shining)
- Wythe Hotel in Brooklyn, NY (wedding venue of famous late night comedian)
- Historic Hotspots: Breathtaking castles, renowned museums, vibrant music venues, historic libraries and even beloved sports stadiums.
- Carnegie Hall in New York
- Events at Union Station in Washington, DC
- George Peabody Libraryin Baltimore
- Indianapolis Public Libraryin Indianapolis
- Kentucky Derby Museumin Louisville, KY
- Milwaukee County Historical Societyin Milwaukee
- Oheka Castle in Huntington, NY (also in the As Featured In and Picturesque Places categories)
- Sands Point Preserve in Sands Point, NY
- The American Theater in Charleston, SC (also in the As Featured In category)
- Yankee Stadium in Bronx, NY (also in the Unique Spaces category)
- Picturesque Places: Showstoppers that stand out with eye-catching architecture and jaw-dropping views.
- 620 Loft & Garden in New York (also in the Keep It Intimate category)
- Allegheny County Courthouse in Pittsburgh (also in the Keep It Intimate category)
- Chicago Botanic Gardenin Glencoe, IL
- Glacier Park Weddings & Events Glacier, MT
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden in Des Moines, IA
- Hotel Peter & Paulin New Orleans
- Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade in Cleveland
- Kualoa Ranchin Kaneohe, HI (also in the As Featured In category)
- Mammoth Mountain Ski Area in Mammoth Lakes, CA
- Oheka Castle in Huntington, NY (also in the As Featured In and Historic Hotspots categories)
- Saratoga Springsin the Santa Cruz Mountains in Saratoga, CA
- The Atrium in Solon Springs, WI
- The Emerald Forest in Redmond, WA (also in the Keep It Intimate and Unique Spaces categories)
- The Griffin House on the Columbia River Gorge in Hood River, OR (also in the Keep It Intimate category)
- The Paseoin Apache Junction, AZ
- The Plaza Hotel in New York (also in the As Featured In category)
- Tin Roof Barn in White Salmon, WA
- Vaughan House in Forest, VA (also in the Keep It Intimate category)
- Zion Red Rock in Rockville, UT (also in the Keep It Intimate category)
- Zoos & Aquariums: For animal lovers who want to say “I Do” surrounded by their closest family, friends and exotic wildlife.
- Bissell Tree House at John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, MI
- Como Park Zoo in Saint Paul, MN
- Fort Worth Zoo in Fort Worth, TX
- New England Aquarium in Boston
- North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island in Manteo, NC
- Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara
- The Toledo Zoo in Toledo, OH
- Unique Spaces: Unconventional settings that celebrate the unique and the wonderful.
- Hotel Luna Mysticain El Prado, NM
- Housing Works Bookstore in New York (also in the As Featured In and Keep It Intimate categories)
- Madonna Innin San Luis Obispo, CA
- Marigny Opera House in New Orleans (also in the As Featured In category)
- Salvage Onein Chicago
- Savannah Riverboat Cruisesin Savannah, GA
- Taco Bell Cantina in Las Vegas (also in the Keep It Intimate category)
- The Emerald Forest in Redmond, WA (also in the Picturesque Places and Keep It Intimate categories)
- Uptown Theater in Kansas City, MO
- Yankee Stadium in Bronx, NY (also in the Historic Hotspots category)
- Keep It Intimate: Charming, intimate settings for 150 or fewer guests – including some with a 50-person capacity.
- 620 Loft & Garden in New York (also in the Picturesque Places category)
- Allegheny County Courthouse in Pittsburgh (also in the Picturesque Places category)
- Atrium in Atlanta
- Firehouse Chicago in Chicago
- Housing Works Bookstore in New York (also in the Unique Spaces and As Featured In categories)
- Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas (also in the As Featured In category)
- Soulet Muse in New Orleans
- Taco Bell Cantina in Las Vegas (also in the Unique Spaces category)
- The Emerald Forest in Redmond, WA (also in the Picturesque Places and Unique Spaces categories)
- The Griffin House on the Columbia River Gorge in Hood River, OR (also in the Picturesque Places category)
- Vaughan House in Forest, VA (also in the Picturesque Places category)
- Zion Red Rock in Rockville, UT (also in the Picturesque Places category)
Unforgettable Venues share what this recognition means to them:
“We are so honored and excited to be included in The Knot Unforgettable Venues campaign. As a small, women-owned business, we greatly appreciate the support in sharing our name and beautiful, historic venue with as many people as possible. We look forward to many more ‘I do’s’ in our scenic space.” – Soulet Muse
”Being featured in The Knot Unforgettable Venues Collection means that we have been recognized as one of the most exceptional and sought-after locations for weddings across the country. This distinction highlights our commitment to providing outstanding service, stunning settings and memorable experiences for couples on their special day. It’s an honor that reflects our dedication to making every wedding truly unforgettable, and we are so thankful for this opportunity from The Knot.” – Zion Red Rock
“To be included in The Knot Unforgettable Venues Collection has been such a positive experience. It’s clear that we are a collective team working to bring more people through the doors of our special venue, and I can’t thank them enough for all their work.” – Marigny Opera House
To check out the Unforgettable Venues Collection, visit here. Through The Knot Vendor Marketplace, couples can find, compare, connect with and manage wedding venue options and all of their wedding professionals all in one place.
Unforgettable Venues Collection Selection Criteria:
The venues featured in the Unforgettable Venues Collection were carefully vetted and selected by industry and editorial experts. They assessed each venue’s popularity, demand, price and capacity to ensure the collection best serves the needs of all couples, and also considered aesthetic appeal and unique features.
