We asked. YOU answered. Here’s our official list of Top 20 First Dance songs for NJ weddings! As 2022 wraps up, we reflect on all the new music released this year. From country to pop all the way to soft romance. We thought it would be a perfect time to inspire our New Jersey brides […]

After a tough year, it gave us so much joy to see these photos of Louis and LaShauna’s spectacular summer wedding! We’re so thankful that they chose the Crystal Ballroom at the Radisson Freehold NJ as the perfect venue for their creative vision. We’re also so glad that they chose one of our favorite NJ […]

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 […]

A wedding ceremony is not just about the joining of a couple together as one but also their families. Be that as it may, getting families to interact with one another isn’t always as easy as you’d like. This is especially true if your loved ones come from different backgrounds or cultures. Of course, you […]

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 […]

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 […]

Of all the tables and chairs that will fill the reception hall on your wedding day, the bride and groom table has to be one of the most important. Here is where husband and wife sit as they enjoy their meals, drinks, and socialize with loved ones. It’s where the stars of the show sit. […]

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 […]