Camden Maine Weddings
Imagine a wedding at sea, on a mountain top, near a lighthouse, in a small chapel or a historic landmark park, all of these options are here and what make Mid Coast Maine a picture perfect location to host a wedding or an elopement. Destination weddings are perfect for couples that have family and friends scattered all over the country. Your guests will be delighted to reunite where the mountains meet the sea. Rent the entire Captain Swift Inn for friends and family. For details on this option, read more here.
When to Get Married in Mid Coast Maine:
Mid Coast Maine and Camden Maine are year-round communities.
Although summer and fall are prime times to be outside, winter has its own
charm. We recommend choosing the late spring to early fall for an event. The
weather is warm and there will be many activities for your guests to choose
from in their down time. If you and your friends are snow fanatics, the Camden
Snow Bowl is usually open for skiing mid-December to early March.
Where to Get Married in Mid Coast Maine:
Your guest list will determine where you should host your
wedding ceremony. The celebration may have to be at another location. In
MidCoast Maine, the popular ceremony locations are: A schooner, on top of Mt.
Battie, Vesper Children’s Chapel in Rockport, the famous Camden Amphitheatre or
at one of the many churches in the area. If you are eloping, you might want to
consider kayaking out to Curtis Island, or walking out to the Breakwater Lighthouse.
Where to host a Wedding Celebration:
Again, you guest list will determine your wedding
celebration venue. Some of our favorites are the Barn at Primo, The Camden Yacht Club and the Group Picnic Shelter at Camden Hills State Park. Each one has a unique feel and
can be catered to different budgets. At Primo you will have seasonal food
created by two time James Beard award winning chef, Melissa Kelly, in a unique,
customizable post and beam Barn. At the Camden Yacht Club, you will have a
front row view of Camden Harbor that can be customized with a stargazing tent
and your choice of many caterers. The clubhouse and facilities are available to
the public for rentals from mid-May to mid-June, and again after Labor day
until the club closes in mid-October. The Picnic Shelter at Camden Hills State
Park is a fun park experience with amazing views of Penobscot Bay. If you are planning on hosting in the winter, Union Hall in Rockport is a great option. Located near Rockport Harbor, this
beautifully restored building is perfect for a classic New England wedding.
A few fun details for planning:
Horse drawn Carriage: St George Carriage Company
Trolley company: All Aboard Trolley
Wine Tasting and Rehearsal Dinners: Cellardoor Winery
Whether your wedding is big or small, and if your
celebration is in summer or winter, your guests will be delighted to spend a
weekend in Camden Maine. Consider booking all nine rooms at The Captain Swift
Inn and enjoy a 10% discount off your lodging during non-peak periods! You’ll have the run of the Inn, can select
the music you’d like to hear in our common sitting rooms; can suggest the
breakfast entrée of the day as well as schedule a later breakfast time if you
prefer! We can work with you to tailor your get-away to best suit your group’s
needs.
