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The Starting Gate at GreatHorse
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $13,000 for off-peak dates, and $19,000 for peak dates
Catering services pricing
$187 per person for off-peak dates, with a minimum total spend of $10,000
About this venue
Nestled in the heart of scenic western MA, The Starting Gate at GreatHorse offers an unparalleled setting for your special event. With rustic elegance and picturesque views, our venue provides the perfect blend of charm and sophistication. We pride ourselves on offering a truly exclusive experience, hosting only one event a day to ensure your celebration is the sole focus of our dedicated team. Enjoy 5-star dining tailored to your tastes and impeccable service in an atmosphere of luxury and refinement. From our expansive grounds to the carefully designed interiors, The Starting Gate offers an unforgettable backdrop for any occasion!
Our event spaces
Grand Ballroom
Creating unforgettable weddings in a venue of unparalleled beauty.
Our beautiful wedding garden can seat up to 250 with picturesque views of the Pioneer Valley and beyond. After ceremony, step onto our 3,000 sq ft Sunset Deck to enjoy cocktail hour. Once cocktail hour is complete, we will open the door to our Grand Ballroom and welcome your guests in to enjoy a dinner that will never be forgotten!
Guest capacity
30-300 Seated
30-400 Standing
Square footage
11,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
~Tables with Gold Chivari Chairs and Elegant Shantung Linens in White or Ivory and Napkins ~Complimentary Valet Parking ~Complimentary Prosecco Toast or Passed on Arrival ~Choice of Dessert Station or Late-Night Snack ~Complimentary Cake Cutting ~Bridal Suite beginning at 8AM ~Dance Floor ~Wedding Tasting for 6 People ~Complete Event Planning Services ~Full Executive Catering Service ~We know all events are unique, so our menus are completely customizable to meet your event needs.
Room cost
$4000-$7000 for 5 hour event, $1000 each additional hour
Grand Ballroom
Creating unforgettable weddings in a venue of unparalleled beauty.
Our beautiful wedding garden can seat up to 250 with picturesque views of the Pioneer Valley and beyond. After ceremony, step onto our 3,000 sq ft Sunset Deck to enjoy cocktail hour. Once cocktail hour is complete, we will open the door to our Grand Ballroom and welcome your guests in to enjoy a dinner that will never be forgotten!
Guest capacity
30-300 Seated
30-400 Standing
Square footage
11,000
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Welcome party, Cocktail hour, Engagement party
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
Included in this room:
~Tables with Gold Chivari Chairs and Elegant Shantung Linens in White or Ivory and Napkins ~Complimentary Valet Parking ~Complimentary Prosecco Toast or Passed on Arrival ~Choice of Dessert Station or Late-Night Snack ~Complimentary Cake Cutting ~Bridal Suite beginning at 8AM ~Dance Floor ~Wedding Tasting for 6 People ~Complete Event Planning Services ~Full Executive Catering Service ~We know all events are unique, so our menus are completely customizable to meet your event needs.
Room cost
$4000-$7000 for 5 hour event, $1000 each additional hour
Available services that can be provided by The Starting Gate at GreatHorse
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Dressing room / Bridal Suite
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Pet friendly
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - free
- Valet - free
Rentals
- Sound / AV
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
1 review
November Wedding at The Starting Gate
Thank you so much for everything! You and the staff made our day all that we could have ever dreamed of and more. It was so great getting to know you and having you be an important part of such a special day in our lives. We felt so confident going into our day and really felt like everything was taken care of for us, which was so helpful during the planning process. I also really wanted to give a positive shout out to the bridal suite attendant,Abbie. She was so amazing and sweet all day and helped me with my last minute jitters right before the ceremony. All of the staff was truly incredible and we’ve gotten so many compliments on the food, venue and ceremony. We can not wait to see all of the amazing details of our day that Rachel and Dmitry captured. Also, thank you so much for the photo, card, and Prosecco. I will surely be recommending the starting gate to anyone who’s hosting an event and will surely keep you in mind for the celebrations of our next milestones.
Response from vendor•Jul 23, 2025Thank you so much for entrusting us with your wedding! We’re truly honored to have been part of such a magical and memorable day. It was a joy to bring your vision to life, and we’re so glad it turned out beautifully. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness!
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