Winter Weddings North of Boston & in the Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts (MA)

Hammond Castle Museum is one of New England's most distinctive winter wedding venues. Perched on Gloucester's Atlantic coastline, the castle's gothic stone arches, soaring Great Hall, and dramatic Courtyard take on a special intimacy during the cooler months — fewer crowds, more flexibility, and a moody, romantic atmosphere that's hard to find anywhere else. Winter availability runs January through March, with expanded daytime hours and more scheduling options than the busy summer season allows. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement, a small ceremony with close family and friends, or a full evening reception, Hammond Castle's seaside setting makes for an unforgettable winter celebration.

Salem can be simply dazzling in the winter, and the Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites offer wedding couples a warm, welcoming atmosphere for their winter nuptials. Exchange your vows in the inviting Compass Room or in a section of the impressive Maritime Ballroom with glittering crystal chandeliers. The ballroom can host up to 220 people for dining on seasonal menus and dancing into the night. The hotel, in the heart of historic and picturesque Pickering Wharf and a short walk to a downtown decked out in winter lights and greenery, offers a discounted block of guest rooms. Wedding planners will help with decor, entertainment, flowers and cuisine served plated, at stations or buffet-style. A preferred list of vendors and several wedding packages are also provided.

Warm and welcoming, the Inn at Hastings Park has just the right romantic atmosphere to make your winter wedding sparkle. Experienced planners will help you choose the perfect wintertime decor for intimate gatherings in the Gallery or Artistry or for larger receptions in the stylish Town Meeting Bistro. Or, you might opt to celebrate in the INNgloo Wonderland, with its four glittering six-person igloos! Wherever you celebrate, the cuisine will be spectacular, from delicate passed hors d’oeuvres to sumptuous plated dinners. Winter would be perfect for a s’more station finale or an espresso martini bar. Comfortable accommodations at the Inn include suites with fireplaces, luxurious linens and beautifully crafted furniture. Barn suites, with fireside seating areas and some with deep soaking tubs, are ideal for the wedding couple.