In the days leading up to your wedding, it’s natural to get anxious. You love your fiance and are ready to start your lives together, but all the stress of planning and anxieties of how the day will turn out creep up on you at once. Obviously, no one wants to feel this way on […]

Did you know that you don’t have to go bankrupt to plan the wedding of your dreams? Though the average cost of weddings these days is in the neighborhood of $30,000, many couples have found ways to cut corners and save money without sacrificing things they really want on their big day. The following is […]

At your Crystal/Emerald Ballroom wedding reception, friends and family will gather around the bridal party to enjoy a good meal, great conversation, and fantastic music. As the stars of the event, the newlyweds should most certainly be front and center. At Crystal Ballroom in Freehold, NJ, we offer a sweetheart table that does just that. […]

Thinking of hiring a wedding planner for your Crystal or Emerald Ballroom wedding, but not sure if it’s worth the cost? It’s important to consider the factors as this will eat into your wedding budget. Yet, planning a wedding is a lot and trying to do it all yourself isn’t always easy. Wedding planners are […]

Many grooms and groomsmen are stepping away from the traditional black tux when it comes to wedding attire. They’ve come to love the idea of being able to dress up and look good in front of the camera alongside the bride and bridesmaids. As the trend of grooms with swag continues to evolve, so does […]

A wedding cocktail hour serves as a prelude to the reception. It’s a great way to keep guests entertained while waiting for the bridal party to arrive (and other guests to show). Held in a small reception area or outdoors, guests are invited to indulge in refreshing beverages, light entertainment, and, of course, food. As […]

You know all eyes are on you as you walk down the aisle on your wedding day at the Crystal or Emerald Ballroom, and you want your grand entrance to be perfect. You want your guests to be amazed by what they see as your bridal party ushers in the bride to stand by her […]

It would seem that no wedding reception is complete without a wedding cake. Often the center of attention at the dessert table, every couple wants to make sure that it tastes just as good as it looks. Though you would think that the wedding cake would be one of the easier tasks to handle on […]

One of the most important suits or tuxes you’ll ever choose in your lifetime is the one you plan on wearing to your wedding. Like your bride, what you wear is a major decision as you’ll be on display all day. You want to fit in with the theme and vision your partner has while […]

Fall is such a popular season for weddings. Perhaps it’s the crisp breeze and cool temperatures, the nearing of the holiday season, or the beautiful scenery. We have seen our fair share of weddings here at Crystal Ballroom in Freehold NJ and we have to admit that it’s the beautiful color combinations of fall that […]