Outdoor Wedding Venue in New Jersey

Your Wedding, Your Way. Nothing Ordinary About It.

A backdrop of 18+ acres. A menu worth talking about. A day they’ll never forget.

In a world of identical plated dinners and cookie-cutter banquet halls, Oak Tree Lodge offers something truly different, a gorgeous outdoor setting, a signature BBQ wedding menu, and a team that treats your big day like it’s the only one that matters. Because to us, it is.

What You Get

Everything Included, Nothing Overlooked

Covered Pavilion

Our Lower and Hilltop Pavilions provide spacious covered areas, giving you a comfortable setting with room to gather, dine, and celebrate.

Room to Gather

Plenty of space for guests to mingle, relax, and spend time together throughout the day, both under the pavilion and across the property.

Easygoing Experience

We provide the space and the food, giving you the flexibility to plan your day your way without a rigid or overly structured setup.

Vendor Referrals

If you need them, we can point you toward DJs and other local vendors we’re familiar with, but you’re free to bring in what works best for you.

18+ Acres of Grounds

Open, tree-lined grounds provide plenty of space for photos, gathering, and enjoying the natural setting throughout your celebration.

Entertainment Flexibility

From music to lawn games, you’re free to plan the kind of atmosphere and activities that fit your wedding style.

Straightforward Planning

Choose from a wide range of food options and selections, with the flexibility to keep things simple and focus on what matters most.

Fresh Wedding Dining

We offer freshly prepared BBQ-style wedding dining with classic favorites, sides, and salads, along with options to enhance your selections and keep everyone happy.

Simple from Start to Stunning

From "I Do" to We Did It Perfectly

Connect With Us

Reach out by phone or email to get started. Share your date, vision, and guest count, and we’ll walk you through menu options and check availability.

Plan Your Day Your Way

Work with our team to choose your selections and go over the key details for your event. From there, you’re free to plan vendors and the flow of the day however you’d like.

Say I Do & Celebrate

On your wedding day, arrive, get settled, and enjoy the moment. We take care of the food while you focus on celebrating with your guests.

Outdoor Weddings FAQs

Oak Tree Lodge offers a relaxed outdoor setting with scenic grounds, open-air gathering spaces, and a more laid-back wedding experience designed around celebrating with family and friends.

Yes. Oak Tree Lodge offers spaces that can accommodate wedding celebrations from the ceremony through the reception.

Wedding guests can enjoy covered pavilion spaces, expansive outdoor grounds, fresh wedding dining, entertainment flexibility, and recreational amenities throughout the property.

Oak Tree Lodge offers covered, open-air pavilion spaces for weddings and receptions. Please note that all event spaces are open-air and subject to outdoor temperatures and seasonal weather conditions.

Absolutely. Oak Tree Lodge encourages couples to plan a wedding experience that reflects their style, priorities, and vision for the day.

Oak Tree Lodge offers vendor flexibility and works with couples throughout the planning process to help coordinate event details.

Oak Tree Lodge provides a scenic, outdoor-focused atmosphere with a casual, welcoming feel designed for memorable celebrations.

Yes. Oak Tree Lodge features spacious outdoor areas and covered pavilion spaces that can accommodate wedding celebrations with up to 300 guests.

Yes. Wedding menu and dining options are available to help couples create a complete wedding experience for their guests.

Wedding dates can book quickly, especially during peak seasons, so couples are encouraged to reach out early to check availability and begin planning.

ACCOMMODATION

Bringing fun & peace of mind is our mission.

"The picnic on Saturday was a great success! We had a turnout of about 200 fantastic people, terrific weather, and a marvelous time with delicious food, fun activities, and lots of people in the pool. The Oak Tree Lodge staff was super, and we thank them for helping make the day so enjoyable. Those who attended are already talking about next year."

Meridian Health Resources Corporate Outing

"My husband's company has their picnic here every year for well over 20 years! It's awesome! Thank you Oak Tree Lodge for doing an amazing job each and every year for us!"

Gayle Narmour Annual Corporate Picnic

"What a great place to go with a ton of people — they have everything you could want. Mini golf, a pool, ball fields, volleyball, basketball. Pete is the best and is always there. I would recommend this place to anyone."

Christopher Borden Group Outing

"The food was great and flowing all day. The pool was fun and so was the mini golf. Kids had a blast on the playgrounds and I won the water balloon contest. Want to look like a hero and not break the bank? Book your next event at Oak Tree Lodge!"

James McNamara Family Event

"We've hosted our annual fundraiser here for six years running. The staff always goes above and beyond, the grounds are immaculate, and our guests leave raving every time. There's truly no better outdoor event space in New Jersey."

NJ Community Foundation Annual Fundraiser

"We had our wedding here and it was absolutely perfect. The hilltop setting was breathtaking, the food was incredible, and the entire team made us feel like royalty. Our guests are still talking about it."

The Rodrigues Family Wedding Celebration

“The staff at Oak Tree Lodge are incredibly kind, helpful, and attentive to every need. We received so much positive feedback about the day, and it was heartwarming to see the immense smiles on the kids’ faces when they were leaving.”

Common Ground Grief Center Annual Fundraiser
What We Host

The Perfect Venue for Every Occasion

From Fortune 500 company outings to intimate family reunions, Oak Tree Lodge has been New Jersey’s go-to outdoor event destination for over five decades.

Ready to Make It a Day Everyone Remembers?

Our 2026 season calendar is filling fast. Reach out today to check your date and start planning the event of the year.