THE AREA
We have chosen to host our wedding in the Catskills, a mountainous area of New York approximately 100 miles north-northwest of New York City, and 40 miles south of Albany. The Catskills are wide and expansive, and they boast more than 6,000 square miles of pristine, untouched land. They served as the backdrop for Johnny and Baby’s love affair in Dirty Dancing, the home of the infamous 1969 Woodstock Music Festival, and the resting site for Rip Van Winkle’s infamously long nap in Washington Irving’s iconic tale. With so much to do and experience in the Catskills - from farm to table food, locally brewed beverages, hiking, fishing, and beyond - it’s easy to fall in love with the famed great outdoors of our beloved New York. While you’re here celebrating with us, we hope you’ll take some time to experience all that the Catskills have to offer. To help, we’ve suggested some local area activities below!
GETTING THERE
The wedding venue is approximately 20 minutes from Oneonta, NY, where our hotel blocks are located. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, we will provide shuttle service to and from all activities/venues from the hotel blocks. If you plan to drive to the wedding, please download or print detailed directions ahead of time (GPS/Google Maps can be very spotty in the area).
By Air
If you are flying into New York for the wedding, the closest airports are Greater Binghamton Airport - BGM (1.25 hours driving distance to the venue), Albany International Airport - ALB (1.5 hours driving distance to venue) and Stewart International Airport - SWF (2.5 hours driving distance to venue). New York City area airports (Laguardia International Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport) are between 3 and 4 hours driving distance to the venue and area events.
By Car
From New York City and New Jersey to The Natural Gardens:
Take I-87 or Route 17 North to Ulster.
Take Exit 19 from I-87, and follow NY-28 West to NY-28 North.
Turn right onto NY-28 North.
Turn left onto Main Street.
Turn right onto County Highway 14/Franklin Street.
Turn right onto Sutherland Road in Meredith, and The Natural Gardens will be on the right.
From Oneonta (Location of Hotel Blocks) to The Natural Gardens:
Take NY-28 South.
Turn right onto Lewis Road.
Turn right onto Turnpike Road.
Make a slight left onto Sutherland Road, and The Natural Gardens will be on the left.
From New York City and New Jersey to Centennial Farm Manor:
Take I-87 or Route 17 North to Harriman.
Take Exit 16 from I-87, and follow NY-17/US-6.
Continue on NY-17 West to NY-206 (Exit 94), toward Roscoe/Walton.
Turn left onto NY-206 West/Old Rte 17.
Turn left onto NY-206 West/NY-30 South.
Turn right onto Bridge Street.
Bridge Street turns left and becomes Delaware Street.
Turn right onto Townsend Street.
Townsend St turns left and becomes Franklin Road.
Continue onto West Brook Road/Franklin-Walton Road.
Continue straight onto Hodge Road.
Turn left onto NY-357 West.
Slight right onto Union Church Road.
Turn left onto Sidney-Wells Bridge Road.
Continue onto Bridge Street.
Turn left onto NY-7 West.
Turn right onto County Road 4.
Turn left onto Houston Road.
Continue onto Lulu Coon Road.
Turn left onto Lilley Hill Road.
Continue onto River Road.
Turn right onto Baker Road.
Turn left to stay on Baker Road, and Centennial Farm Manor will be on the left.
From Oneonta (Location of Hotel Blocks) to Centennial Farm Manor:
Take I-88 West to NY-205 North (Exit 13).
Turn right onto NY-205 North.
Turn left onto NY-23 West.
Take a slight left onto Country Road 8.
Turn left onto Green Street.
Turn right onto Bloom Street.
Turn left onto Spring Street.
Turn left onto Baker Road.
Turn left to stay on Baker Road, and Centennial Farm Manor will be on the left.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Choose between three room blocks* and one additional hotel in Oneonta, located approximately 20 minutes from the wedding venue. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, we will provide shuttle service to and from all activities/venues from Courtyard by Marriott Oneonta, Hampton Inn Oneonta, and Clarion Oneotna. Guests staying at the Holiday Inn Express Oneonta may catch a shuttle across the street at the Courtyard Marriott.
*The room block rate applies to Friday and Saturday stays only; the regular room rate, which is cheaper than the room block rate, applies on any other night of the week.
If you have any trouble booking, or the room block is sold out, please let us know ASAP!
Because our wedding weekend corresponds with Columbus Day Weekend in a popular region of the Catskills, room bookings are going fast. Once the blocks are sold out, we may not be able to add additional rooms, but we will do our best!
UPDATE: NEW BLOCK ADDED!
Clarion Hotel Oneonta
55 Market Street
Oneonta, NY 13820
607-432-7500
Room options:
Basic King Bed - $254.95/night + tax
Basic King Bed w/ Fireplace - $254.95/night + tax
King Suite - $254.95/night + tax
To secure this discounted rate, reservations must be made by 9/15/18.
To reserve your room, call the property directly and reference our group code and name (Adamo Friedlander Wedding).
UPDATE: BRAND NEW HOTEL OPEN!
Holiday Inn Express Oneonta
141 Courtyard Drive
Oneonta, NY 13820
607-684-2000
Room options:
This is a new hotel, opening in the September 2018.
It is located directly across the street from
The Courtyard by Mariott Oneonta,
a bus pick-up location.
There is no discounted room block at this hotel. Rooms are available on a first come, first serve basis. As of 9/1/18, room rates range from $245-$265/night for Friday and Saturday bookings.
To reserve your room, call the property directly
or use the link above.
UPDATE: SOLD OUT
Preferred Location:
Courtyard by Marriott Oneonta
116 Courtyard Drive
Oneonta, NY 13820
607-432-2200
Room options:
2 Queen Beds - $189/night + tax
To secure this discounted rate, reservations must be made by 9/5/18.
To reserve your room for Friday and/or Saturday evenings only, visit our unique booking link, or call the property directly, and reference our group code and name (AFW - Adamo/Friedlander Wedding).
To reserve your room for a more extended stay, you must call the property directly, and reference our group code and name (AFW - Adamo/Friedlander Wedding).
UPDATE: SOLD OUT
Alternate Location:
Hampton Inn Oneonta
225 River Street
Oneonta, NY 13820
607-433-9000
Room options:
2 Queen Beds - $159/night + tax
1 King Bed + Sofa Bed - $159/night + tax
To secure this discounted rate, reservations must be made by 8/5/18.
To reserve your room, call the property directly or visit the property's website, and reference our group code and name (AFW - Adamo/Friedlander Wedding).
SHUTTLE SCHEDULE
Want another drink? Have it! Don't want to stress about GPS or parking? Then forget it! We have a lot of partying to do, and it is important to us that you be able to celebrate with us safely and without a care in the world.
On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, we will provide shuttle service to and from all activities/venues from Courtyard by Marriott Oneonta, Clarion Oneonta and Hampton Inn Oneonta. Guests staying at the Holiday Inn Express may catch the shuttle across the street at the Courtyard Marriott.
Thursday, October 4, 2018 - Baseball, Beer, & Apple Pie Group Excursion
12:00PM Shuttle Departure from Centennial Farms Manor
Friday, October 5, 2018 - R Wars
11:30AM Shuttle Departure from Centennial Farms Manor
12:00PM Shuttle Departure from Hampton Inn
12:15PM Shuttle Departure from Courtyard Marriott
12:30PM Shuttle Departure from Clarion
Friday, October 5, 2018 - Welcome Dinner Arrival Shuttle
4:30PM Shuttle Departure from Hampton Inn
4:45PM Shuttle Departure from Courtyard Marriott
5:00PM Shuttle Departure from Clarion
Friday, October 5, 2018 - Post-Welcome Dinner Return Shuttles
7:45PM Shuttle from Natural Gardens making stops at Hampton Inn, Courtyard Marriott, & Clarion
9:45PM Final shuttle departure from Natural Gardens making stops at Hampton Inn, Courtyard Marriott, Clarion, & Centennial Farms Manor
Saturday, October 6, 2018 - Wedding Ceremony & Reception - Early Shuttle
1:15PM Shuttle Departure from Centennial Farms Manor
1:45PM Shuttle Departure from Hampton Inn
2:00PM Shuttle Departure from Courtyard Marriott
2:15PM Shuttle Departure from Clarion
**Family members requested for family photos must be on this shuttle**
Saturday, October 6, 2018 - Wedding Ceremony & Reception - Late Shuttle
3:30PM Shuttle Departure from Hampton Inn
3:45PM Shuttle Departure from Courtyard Marriott
4:00PM Shuttle Departure from Clarion
4:30PM Arrive Natural Gardens (Ceremony begins at 4pm)
Saturday, October 6, 2018 - Post-Reception Return Shuttle (For those who do not wish to stay for the Bonfire After Party)
9:45PM Shuttle departure from Natural Gardens making stops at Hampton Inn, Courtyard Marriott, Clarion, & Centennial Farms Manor
Saturday, October 6, 2018 - Post-After Party Return Shuttles (For those who do wish to stay for the Bonfire After Party)
11:45PM Final shuttle departure from Natural Gardens making stops at Hampton Inn, Courtyard Marriott, Clarion, & Centennial Farms Manor
THINGS TO DO
Yoga
with
Goats
Love yoga? Love farm animals? Well why not combine the two, and have a unique Namaste experience! Located just 30 minutes from the hotel blocks in Oneonta, the Gilbertsville Farmhouse hosts weekly yoga classes with goats! Advance registration is required.
Baseball
Hall
of Fame
Cooperstown is the home of the Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, and the famed town is just 35 minutes north of Oneonta. Join the 300,000 other people who make the pilgrimage to honor the greats of America’s national pastime.
Fly Creek Cider Mill and Orchard
Just 35 minutes north of Oneonta, The Fly Creek Cider mill is a 161-year old water-powered cider mill on the banks of Fly Creek. If you stop by for a visit, you’ll find fresh, sweet cider, daily tastings, and an observation deck restaurant on premises.
Gilbert
Lake
State Park
There’s plenty to do at this state park located just 20 minutes north of Oneonta. You’ll find more than 12 miles of interconnecting trails for hiking, a playground, a disc golf course, swimming, and boat/kayak rentals.
Grossinger’s Catskill Resort Hotel
It’s a hefty 90 min south of Oneonta, but if you’re a pop culture buff, you can't miss the ruins of Grossinger’s, the resort that inspired the fictional Kellerman’s in the film Dirty Dancing. The resort is abandoned, but you can still walk the grounds where Jerry Lewis played, Rocky Marciano trained, Jackie Robinson vacationed, and Liz Taylor wed.
Oneonta
Interskate 88
Looking for some good, ole fashioned, indoor fun? Interskate 88 is located in the heart of Oneonta, and the 20,000 square-foot facility offers roller skating, laser tag, arcade games, dancing, and a "web mountain" jungle gym for kids - fun for the whole family.