Pioneer Valley
Photograph by Mayela Lopez
LOCATION TO BOOK
Host your big day at the historical Hotel Northampton, which features a grand fireplace, brass elevators, and an opulent ballroom. Guests will also appreciate the venue’s proximity to NoHa’s theaters, eateries, and shops, which are all within walking distance.
Photograph Courtesy of Delaney House
GATHERING SPOT
Book Delaney’s Grill, a rustic-chic steakhouse in Holyoke, for your rehearsal dinner—or try the restaurant’s excellent brunch buffet to ease any day-after hangovers.
Photograph by Allison Bell Photography
GUEST EXCURSION
Head to Quonquont Farm, in Whately, to indulge in everyone’s favorite fall pastime: apple picking. You’ll also find a pond and a flower-filled valley on the property. Culture vultures, meanwhile, can take in a show at Northampton’s Calvin Theatre, which pulls in boldfacers like Seth Meyers, Ira Glass, and Amanda Palmer.
Photograph by Boro Creative Visions
MUST-HIRE VENDOR
Not only is Liz Washer, of Makeup Artistry by Liz, an ace airbrusher, she also blends her own lipsticks and foundations to match each client’s complexion. “She’s highly sought-after, and she’s really on with her colors,” Costigan says.
Photograph Courtesy of Cricket Hill Jams
LOCAL FAVOR
What’s sweeter than homemade preserves? Cricket Hill Jams packs flavors such as ginger-peach, strawberry-lemon marmalade, and wild black raspberry into darling reusable jars.
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