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World's Fair Marina Banquet
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,247 Google reviews · Waterfront wedding venue in Corona, New York · 1.1 mi to the beach
Active marina built for the 1964 World's Fair, with promenade & views of planes from nearby airport.
Plan your tour
- Setting waterfront venue, 1.1 mi to the beach — verified by its distance to a real shoreline
- Capacity couples mention 100–300-guest weddings in reviews — ask the venue for their stated maximum
- Phone (718) 898-1200
- Website 1wfm.com — most venues book tours right on their site
On the property
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5-Star Review We recently hosted a NAREP South Queens event at the World’s Fair Marina Banquet Hall, and everything went extremely well.”
What couples highlight
“The venue is beautiful, especially the outdoor area by the water, which created such a perfect setting for our day and our photos.”
“They went above and beyond to ensure that both we and our guests were comfortable and enjoying the celebration.”
“The interior was separated into 2 event spaces and it was so seamless that we didn't hear their music/event and I can only assume they didn't hear ours either.”
“I would highly recommend this venue, conveniently located in Queens with plenty of parking.”
From the reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Perfect Wedding Venue! We recently had our wedding at World’s Fair Marina Banquet, and it was truly an amazing experience from start to finish. The venue itself is beautiful, with stunning waterfront views that created the perfect backdrop for our special day.
We had our wedding at this venue, and it was truly an amazing experience from beginning to end. Everything was incredibly well organized, and the entire planning process was smooth and stress-free.
My wife and I had our 50th birthday party here. The whole process was seamless and smooth. The staff was very attentive and so friendly. All my guests had nothing but great feedback about the venue.
I had an amazing experience at World’s Fair Marina in Queens. The venue is beautiful, elegant, and perfect for special events or dining by the water. The atmosphere feels welcoming and classy, with stunning views that make the experience even more enjoyable. The chef did an outstanding job with the food.
Getting married at World's Fair Marina Banquet
Two things make the tour worth the drive. First, see the ceremony spot at the exact time of day you'd say your vows — a west-facing beach glows at sunset but bakes at noon, and you'll want to feel the wind, watch where the sun sits, and walk the path your guests take across the sand. Second, bring your real questions: the weather backup (where does the ceremony move if it rains or the wind kicks up?), who pulls the beach permit, the sound-ordinance curfew, the catering and bar policy, and exactly what's included — chairs, setup, and teardown on sand are where quotes quietly diverge. Peak beach dates book 12–18 months out, so if the tour feels right, ask what's open in your season before you leave.
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