Ballyowen Golf Club

Evoking the timeless charm of Ireland and Scotland’s heathland links, Ballyowen is the premier New Jersey golf club wedding venue—just one hour from New York City. 

Host the reception of your dreams in the rustic Ballyowen Bluff House, surrounded by rolling farmland and tall, yellow native wheat grasses. This magnificent pavilion illustrates an old-world design, offering mountain views and breathtaking sunsets for up to 150 guests at the state’s top-rated course.  Your cocktail hour will mesmerize at the magnificent stone Ballyowen Clubhouse atop an elevated 250-acre plateau in the midst of the Kittatinny Mountains. The attractive and sophisticated pub is decorated in dark wood and features a cathedral ceiling, circular bar and large stone fireplace, as well as an expansive terrace that wraps around the magnificent stone clubhouse. In addition, this bucolic property features a dreamy outdoor ceremony venue in the Wedding Garden with 360-degree views of the rolling fairways.

Your guests will enjoy easy access to two luxurious resort lodging options with complimentary shuttle service.  The premier northeast culinary, golf and spa resort features the AAA 4-Diamond 250-room Grand Cascades Lodge with the luxurious Reflections Spa and Biosphere Pool complex, as well as the 175-room Minerals Hotel featuring the tranquil oasis of Elements Spa and Minerals Sports Club. Further, guests can enjoy six extraordinary golf courses including the state’s #1 ranked Ballyowen Golf Course, nature trails and group adventures (goat yoga, axe throwing, forest bathing) in a picture-perfect setting. Best of all, your NJ country club wedding is the only one at this property—ensuring your dedicated team’s undivided attention. 

Couples can take advantage of the exclusive Ballyowen Specials for weddings held now through August 2026. With this exceptional offer, you are invited to enjoy: 3 Complimentary Hotel Rooms for a 2-Night Stay, Complimentary Bagpiper plus a Waived Ceremony Fee.