Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premier Wedding & Event Venue in New Jersey
Perona Farms was founded in 1917 by Emil Perona, whose vision transformed a dairy farm into a renowned hospitality destination. Over five generations, our family has maintained a commitment to exceptional service, innovative cuisine, and personalized event planning. With expertise in weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings, we combine century-old traditions with modern amenities to create unforgettable experiences. Our team of fourth- and fifth-generation family members remains actively involved in daily operations, ensuring continuity of our standards.Located on 260 acres in Andover, New Jersey, we offer three unique venues and an on-site greenhouse that provides seasonal culinary ingredients. From intimate celebrations to large-scale events, our dedicated staff tailors every detail to client preferences while maintaining our legacy of excellence. We pride ourselves on anticipating guest needs and exceeding expectations through meticulous attention to detail and world-class hospitality.
Services
Wedding Venues
Corporate Events
Private Suites
Seasonal Catering
Off-Premise Catering
Greenhouse Produce
Event Planning
Bridal Showers
Family Reunions
Prom Events
Details
- Year established: 1917
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1917 with fifth-generation hospitality expertise
- Three unique venues accommodate weddings from 30 to 300 guests
- On-site greenhouse provides seasonal ingredients for award-winning cuisine
- Personalized service with dedicated event coordinators for each client
- Proven track record with 100+ years of successful event execution
What people say
Impeccable service
World class cuisine
Unforgettable weddings
Professional yet warm
Perfect execution
Services
Wedding Venues
Perona Farms offers three distinctive wedding venues accommodating 30-300 guests. Our historic property combines Southern European Hacienda architecture with modern amenities, providing customizable spaces for ceremonies, receptions, and bridal events. Professional planners coordinate every detail from floral arrangements to multi-course dining experiences.
Corporate Events
Our venues host corporate retreats, conferences, and networking events with dedicated AV support and breakout spaces. Customizable catering menus feature seasonal ingredients from our on-site greenhouse, while experienced coordinators ensure seamless execution of team-building activities and presentations.
Private Catering
Perona Farms provides full-service catering for off-site events ranging from intimate dinners to large galas. Our culinary team creates customized menus using fresh, locally sourced ingredients while maintaining the same exceptional service standards that have defined our reputation since 1917.
Private Suites
Our property features multiple private event suites for weddings, family reunions, and special occasions. Each space offers unique decor options, climate control, and flexible seating arrangements supported by dedicated wait staff and audio-visual equipment.
Seasonal Produce
Our on-site greenhouse supplies seasonal vegetables, herbs, and flowers for all catering services. This sustainable practice ensures ingredient freshness while allowing menu customization based on harvest availability, enhancing both flavor profiles and presentation quality.
People
Mark Avondoglio
Co-Owner
Mark Avondoglio, fourth-generation leader, oversees daily operations and off-premise catering. With decades of experience in event management, he maintains family traditions while implementing modern hospitality innovations to ensure exceptional client experiences.
Wade Avondoglio
Family Member
Wade Avondoglio contributes to venue management as part of the fourth generation. His expertise in hospitality operations helps maintain the family's commitment to personalized service while adapting to evolving client expectations.
Kirk Avondoglio
Family Member
Kirk Avondoglio supports event coordination as a fourth-generation team member. His knowledge of venue logistics and family history ensures continuity of Perona Farms' traditions in every hosted celebration.
Bryant Avondoglio
Fifth Generation
Bryant Avondoglio represents the fifth generation actively involved in operations. His fresh perspective combines with family heritage to maintain Perona Farms' position as Northern New Jersey's premier wedding destination.
Marley Avondoglio
Fifth Generation
Marley Avondoglio contributes to daily management as part of the fifth generation. Her involvement ensures the continuation of family traditions while embracing contemporary hospitality practices for modern event planning.
Questions
What wedding venue options do you offer?
We provide three unique venues - The Barn, The Reserve, and The Refinery - accommodating 30-300 guests with customizable layouts and decor options.
Do you allow outside vendors?
We work with preferred vendors for audio-visual equipment and specialty rentals while allowing flexibility for clients to choose their own florists and entertainment.
Can we customize our wedding menu?
Our culinary team creates personalized menus using seasonal ingredients from our on-site greenhouse, accommodating dietary restrictions and special requests.
What's included in your event packages?
Packages include venue rental, professional staff, customizable catering, tables/chairs, and coordination services. Optional add-ons available for premium amenities.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking 12-18 months ahead for peak dates, though we accommodate last-minute inquiries with available venue slots.
Do you offer event planning services?
Yes, each event receives dedicated coordination from proposal through execution, including timeline creation, vendor management, and day-of oversight.
Reviews (7)
Janice Wordelman
May 11, 2022
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This was the most awesome wedding experience. Guests will be talking about this for a long time! Staff was great, especially Kim she is a little spitfire! Appeared out of nowhere exactly when we needed her! 10 stars for Kim. Food was outrageously good, venue and grounds were gorgeous, and all the vendors we used (suggested by them) were top notch. Highly recommend for any occasion, but especially for a wedding. I
Ted Dorset
Feb 23, 2022
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Perona Farms is a B-E-A-UTIFUL venue for a wedding, party, or just about any event! With it's quaint rustic versus modern decor and feel, it's so very comfortable and there's absolutely no way you cant immediately fall in love with this place. The food, the wait staff, and the surrounding area. PHENOMENAL! Was there for a wedding and was blown away by it all. AND ITS IN AN ACTUAL BARN! If you have a chance to throw an event or you are invited to attend one here. Make sure you go! It's awesome! Can't wait for the next one!
Mayor Mike
Feb 22, 2022
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This place was always excellent and now they've raised the bar even higher. With their multi million upgrade, this venue is beyond special! The food and service has gotten even better (which I did not think was possible!) Every event we have attended here has been magnificent! You will NOT be disappointed!
J. S. Common Sense Hispanic
Jan 24, 2022
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What a beautiful place to celebrate your party everything was perfect. The place, the food, the waitress were absolutely nice and tried to do the best they could for our table. Simply a very pleasant place for the best times.
Mystical Entertainment Group
Jan 14, 2022
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We must say, the new management is VERY on top of the newest trends. The Refinery and The Barn are two of the most unique spaces in the tri-state area and entertaining weddings at Perona is an absolute pleasure. Highly recommend!
Jo Anne Small
Jan 02, 2022
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I had a lovely time at my cousins wedding. Loved the old world rustic charm of the barn. Right down to the white Birch arbor! Very friendly staff. They went above and beyond from bringing drinks to our table for the elders and going over to the main building to get us containers for our leftovers. I hope they were tipped well! Thank you perona farms for help making a wonderful evening!
Christine S.
Dec 31, 2021
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My stepfather's 80th was celebrated at a brunch here and it was wonderful! The food and service were spot on.
