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Price range: $17,600 - $22,600 Price range: $17,600 - $22,600
Couples usually spend $27,000 Couples usually spend $27,000
Ceremony
$1,500 starting price
Ceremony
$1,500 starting price

About

On WeddingWire since 2011

The State Room is a wedding banquet hall for couples looking to wed in the Albany, New York area. This downtown city venue features large open spaces with warmly colored walls and golden chandeliers. Step inside The State Room to find a romantic space away from the bustling city right outside the doors; this venue sits a five-minute walk from Albany City Hall and ten minutes from Jennings Landing on the Hudson River.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples can invite up to 230 guests to join them in celebrating their wedding at The State Room. This historic venue features two event spaces. Vaulted and painted ceilings stretch overhead. Gold-embossed marble columns match the massive walls in the large and open space of this venue’s ballroom. With the couple’s choice of uplighting reflecting off these polished walls, the stunning glow provides an atmosphere to keep people partying all night long.

Services Offered

The wedding planners at the venue assist couples with their ceremonies and receptions at The State Room. The venue offers the following events and services:

  • Accommodations
  • All-inclusive packages
  • Audio equipment
  • Cake
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Cleanup
  • Decor


Accommodations

The venue provides overnight hotel accommodations for couples following the celebration of their marriage. Guest accommodations can be made through the venue’s suggested hotel.

Cuisine

The team at The State Room works to ensure all parts of the event delight couples choosing this venue. Premium liquor, a champagne toast, and signature drinks are just some of the in-house bar offerings. With an on-site kitchen, the venue’s chefs are able to prepare a menu suited to the couple’s desires, whether this means modern fare or a traditional family recipe. They offer the following catering styles:

  • Buffet
  • Cocktail reception
  • Dessert
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Servers
  • Stations
  • Tastings


Other Services
In addition to custom-crafted floral centerpieces and a master pianist for ceremonies held at the venue, The State Room also offers an antique car service for couples.

History
This venue, constructed in 1901, was Albany’s first skyscraper. The building served as Albany’s City & County Savings Bank. Details of its history are evident in the elegant 20th-century architecture as well as remnants of its past that remain, such as large metal bank vault doors.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

1,500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

1,500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
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Reviews of The State Room

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5.0 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
5.0 out of 5 rating
196 reviews
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  • Flexibility
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The State Room consistently receives glowing reviews for its exceptional service, delicious food, and stunning venue. Customers praise Tom and Lisa for their unwavering support throughout the wedding planning process, with many noting that they felt like royalty on their special day. The venue's inclusive packages, beautiful ambiance, and attention to detail left guests thoroughly impressed, with many stating it was the best wedding they had attended. Tom and Lisa's professionalism and dedication to making each wedding a dream come true elevate The State Room to one of the top choices for a worry-free and memorable wedding experience.

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The State Room consistently receives glowing reviews for its exceptional service, delicious food, and stunning venue. Customers praise Tom and Lisa for their unwavering support throughout the wedding planning process, with many noting that they felt like royalty on their special day. The venue's inclusive packages, beautiful ambiance, and attention to detail left guests thoroughly impressed, with many stating it was the best wedding they had attended. Tom and Lisa's professionalism and dedication to making each wedding a dream come true elevate The State Room to one of the top choices for a worry-free and memorable wedding experience.

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5.0/5 196 reviews
Google
4.6/5 116 reviews
Sarah
Sarah K. Sent on 10/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond!

Above and beyond! That's how I would succinctly summarize our experience of planning and hosting our wedding at the State Room. From the very first meeting, Tom and Lisa told us they would help us every step of the way to make it a worry-free process, and they certainly kept their word. There's no need to hire a wedding planning or day-of coordinator when you choose the State Room because their team handles every detail, big and small, from the moment you book your wedding through the tail end of your wedding weekend. On the wedding day itself, Tom took care of us like he would his own family. Once again, above and beyond! I received so many compliments from our guests on our venue, especially regarding the food. It was abundant and delicious! Which leads me to my next point: for all that's included at the State Room, they could be charging so much more. At a time when the wedding industry is muddled with excessive greed, it was refreshing to find a venue who valued service and generosity above all. We cannot thank Tom, Lisa and the State Room team enough for making our day an absolute dream come true.
Fernanda
Fernanda M. Sent on 08/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Wedding at The State Room

My wife and I fell in love instantly with the State Room. After being around the capital region looking at venues, entering the State Room brought into focus that I wanted something uniquely Albany. We were hosting my wife’s family from abroad and this was the perfect place to leave them with a lasting impression of elegance and abundance…and wow did Tom and his team deliver! It was a relief to also find a place that was willing to accommodate a later finish time as is customary in Chile. We and our guests were blown away at the variety and quantity of delicious food served up all night long! They lovingly prepared Chilean recipes we brought which made folks feel at home, and my family got a taste of South America! In every moment we felt like a king and queen.

Tom and Lisa were just a phone call or email away to answer any of our doubts. Lisa was amazing at keeping us on track with all the details - helping us put special touches with the appetizers to make our out-of-town guests feel more included - and she did an amazing job bringing our cake design to life. When Tom wasn’t whipping up dishes in the kitchen, he was our chariot and my wife’s personal escort both to and from the event. We really appreciated their fantastic recommendation of our DJ and loved having a pianist to entertain during the cocktail hour. They’ve assembled a wonderful crew to help make our vision a reality and truly made our wedding worry-free as promised. The value of The State Room cannot be understated!
Meaghan
Meaghan Sent on 10/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding at The State Room

We had a wonderful day!Tom and Lisa are an amazing team. They were incredibly helpful throughout the planning process. Whenever we had a question, they responded almost immediately and did everything they could to make sure what we requested happened. They are very organized, which made both planning and our wedding day go really smoothly.

They really know how to throw a great party. Their wait staff and bartenders were so polite, helpful, and professional. Our guests could not stop talking about how good the food was, how much of it there was, and how beautiful the venue was.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Real Weddings

Eddie & Jessica
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47 photos · 07/24/2021
Jena & Daniel
20 photos · 08/04/2018

Professional Network & Endorsements

8 Endorsements
Susan Blackburn Photography Susan Blackburn Photography Wedding Photographers

Tom and his courteous and friendly staff at the State Room are a pleasure to work with! I highly recommend the State Room to anyone looking for a truly unique venue in Albany. The professionalism is unparalleled.

Michael Brook Photography Michael Brook Photography Wedding Photographers

The breathtaking view from the main events area is unforgettable. And the experience and skill of the events team always makes weddings go perfectly. It's a special experience to photograph at the stateroom, because it's always apparent that guests are having a special life experience. I highly recommend them!

Music Man Entertainment Music Man Entertainment Wedding DJs

I LOVE THIS VENUE!!! Tom, Eric and their entire staff are THE BEST!!! 10 STARS!! Just Incredible Service & Cuisine! They really take pride in what they do for their couples! They will go out of their way to make your day SPECTACULAR!!

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