[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/the-best-beachfront-wedding-venues-in-new-jersey\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/the-best-beachfront-wedding-venues-in-new-jersey\/","headline":"The Best Beachfront Wedding Venues in New Jersey","name":"The Best Beachfront Wedding Venues in New Jersey","description":"For feet-in-the-sand, ocean-breeze-in-your-hair types of events, here are the best New Jersey beach wedding venues.","datePublished":"2024-10-28","dateModified":"2026-07-21","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/author\/molly-gregor\/#Person","name":"Molly Gregor","url":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/author\/molly-gregor\/","identifier":5,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/47da4f5ce435757f134af9d46b74669474dd0bee2bfa69c2a08fe81cc550ccc5?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/47da4f5ce435757f134af9d46b74669474dd0bee2bfa69c2a08fe81cc550ccc5?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Wedding File","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/weddingfile-logo.jpg","url":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/weddingfile-logo.jpg","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/andrea-matt-the-berkeley-oceanfront-idalia-photography-51.jpg","url":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/andrea-matt-the-berkeley-oceanfront-idalia-photography-51.jpg","height":1600,"width":2400},"url":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/the-best-beachfront-wedding-venues-in-new-jersey\/","about":["Venues","Your Reception"],"wordCount":884,"articleBody":"Updated July 2026Beachfront weddings never go out of style\u2014and New Jersey offers some of the best oceanfront backdrops on the East Coast. This roundup spotlights the venues that deliver sweeping views, sea-breeze romance and all the coastal charm you\u2019ve been dreaming of.Idalia PhotographyOne of New Jersey’s best assets is the Jersey Shore, so of course this makes it a highly desired spot for weddings. With 130 miles of coastline, the Shore is dotted with enchanting beachfront venues that cater to every style of New Jersey beach wedding, from intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations. Imagine saying “I do” with the sound of waves crashing and a breathtaking sunset as your backdrop. But as soon you start your search for the perfect New Jersey beach wedding venue, you\u2019ll find that many aren\u2019t right ON the beach! They may be a few blocks from the beach, overlooking the bay or even located inland a few miles away. We know you want a venue that’s truly right on the beach. We\u2019re talking a feet-in-the-sand, ocean-breeze-in-your-hair type of New Jersey beach wedding.So here\u2019s our list of the best New Jersey wedding venues that are right on the beach. They all offer easy and direct access to your ceremony in the sand and gorgeous reception areas that overlook the picturesque Atlantic Ocean.Avenue, Long BranchAvenue on Ocean Avenue in Long Branch, NJ, offers a variety of options for beach weddings. Choose from the beach itself, the rooftop deck or the restaurant’s lounge. They can accommodate up to 250 guests.The Breakers on the Ocean, Spring Lake This charming historic Jersey Shore hotel in Spring Lake, NJ, offers two event spaces, both overlooking the ocean. There’s also with an outdoor terrace and accommodations for your guests. They can accommodate from 50 to 200.Icona Windrift, AvalonThe Windrift in Avalon, NJ, is the only wedding venue with an ocean view on Seven Mile Island. This coastal chic beachfront resort offers ceremonies on the beach. Enjoy beach views and the ocean breeze through floor-to-ceiling sliders on the ballroom’s balcony. They can accommodate up to 250 guests.La Mer Beachfront Resort, Cape MayLa Mer’s 400-foot-long beachfront in Cape May, NJ, provides the perfect backdrop for wedding ceremonies in the sand and a tented lawn area for receptions up to 100 guests. There are a variety of luxury room accommodations as well.Martell\u2019s Tiki Bar, Point Pleasant BeachOverlooking the Atlantic Ocean in the heart of Point Pleasant is Martell\u2019s Tiki Bar, a relaxed, affordable beach option. Ceremonies can be held on the beach during Spring and Fall. Receptions for up to 200 are held onsite at the Lobster House.Jenelle Kappe PhotographyMonmouth Beach Bath and Tennis ClubThis picturesque private oceanfront club on Ocean Avenue in Monmouth Beach, NJ, offers a romantic setting for your beach ceremony along with a unique pool area and beautiful ballroom. In order to host your event, you’ll need to either be a club member or have a member sponsor your event.Ocean Place Resort & Spa, Long BranchOcean Place Resort is on the beach in Long Branch, NJ. They offer weddings on the palm-tree-lined beach, oceanfront receptions, and two grand ballrooms that can accommodate 125 to 650 guests for dinner and dancing.The Sea Shell Resort & Beach Club, Beach HavenThe Sea Shell Resort in Beach Haven on Long Beach Island, NJ, hosts wedding ceremonies on a private beach with cocktail hour poolside, under the resort’s tiki hut. They can accommodate weddings for up to 200 guests.Spring Lake Bath & Tennis Club, Spring LakeThe Spring Lake Bath & Tennis Club boasts spectacular ocean views and their own private beach access. Enjoy outdoor cocktail hour overlooking the rolling surf of the Atlantic, a ceremony next to the Olympic-size saltwater pool, and reception in the formal ballroom for up to 300.Tim McLoone\u2019s Supper Club, Asbury ParkLocated on the Boardwalk in Asbury Park, Tim McLoone’s Supper Club’s vintage style evokes the glamour of the Prohibition era. Ceremonies can be held in the sand or inside the main reception space that directly overlooks the ocean. They can accommodate up to 160 guests, and it’s a great option for smaller events as well.The Wave Resort, Long BranchGet married in the sand or on the outdoor patio at The Wave, a luxury beachfront hotel in Long Branch, NJ. The  indoor-outdoor rooftop has sweeping floor-to-ceiling views of the Atlantic Ocean. The indoor space can be transformed into separate lounge, dining and dance areas or used as an open loft for up to 215 guests. Windows on the Water, Sea BrightWindows on the Water at the Surfrider Beach Club in Sea Bright, NJ, offers a beachfront terrace, panoramic ocean views, palm trees and a gazebo on the beach for your wedding ceremony in the sand. Accommodates up to 300 guests.For more wedding venues at the Jersey Shore, click here.About Wedding File:Wedding File is the go-to resource for couples planning weddings in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Founded and edited by wedding expert Molly Gregor, Wedding File connects couples with the best local venues, vendors and insider planning advice\u2014all curated from more than 25 years of real industry experience."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"The Best Beachfront Wedding Venues in New Jersey","item":"https:\/\/weddingfile.com\/the-best-beachfront-wedding-venues-in-new-jersey\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]