Which Month Is Best for a Spring Wedding in New Jersey?
Photo taken by Suess Moments Photography
Spring is a popular season for weddings, with its mild temperatures and lush scenery. With three months to choose from, though, it can be daunting to decide which month is the best for your spring wedding in New Jersey. To help ease your worries, we at TillingHouse have broken down why and why not each month is perfect for a spring wedding.
Is March the Best Month to Get Married?
Pros
Lower Venue & Vendor Costs
March is before peak wedding season, meaning there may be more availability for venues in addition to photographers, planners, and DJs.
Fun Seasonal Themes
March offers unique theme opportunities, such as a garden or botanical wedding, a St. Patrick’s Day wedding, a rain-kissed romantic aesthetic, or even a winter-to-spring transition theme.
Travel May Be Cheaper
Because March is not a peak travel season, flights and hotels are often cheaper than in other months because of fewer vacations, potentially helping out-of-town guests.
Cons
Unpredictable Weather
The biggest drawback of having a wedding in March is the unpredictable weather. In New Jersey, March can bring rain, late snow, wind, and unexpected chilly temperatures for outdoor weddings.
Limited Flower Availability
Some popular wedding flowers may be out of season or expensive, such as peonies, dahlias, and some garden roses.
Less Greenery Outdoors
March in New Jersey usually shows bare greenery, with foliage not yet in bloom. Outdoor venues can look more wintery rather than springy, depending on your wedding vibe.
Guests May Need Layers
Even in mild climates, evenings in March can be cool. Wedding couples may need heaters for outdoor receptions, shawls or wraps for guests, or indoor cocktail hour options in order to accommodate this change in temperature.
Possible Holiday Conflicts
March can sometimes overlap with Easter and school spring breaks, affecting guest availability.
Is April Good for a Spring Wedding?
Pros
Beautiful Spring Blooms
Many flowers are naturally in season during April, which means more variety and potentially lower floral costs. Popular choices include tulips, ranunculus, anemones, daffodils, and sweet peas.
Mild, Comfortable Weather
April often brings pleasant temperatures—not too hot and not too cold. This makes it ideal for outdoor ceremonies, garden weddings, vineyard venues, and indoor-outdoor receptions.
Lush Scenery
By April, many places have green grass, blooming gardens, leafy trees, and colorful landscapes.
Gorgeous Lighting for Photos
Spring light tends to be soft and flattering, especially during golden hour. The natural light and blooming scenery create very romantic images.
Before Peak Wedding Season Prices
While April is popular, it’s still sometimes slightly cheaper and more available than May through October weddings in some areas.
Cons
Rain Is Common
April showers are real! Many regions, like New Jersey, experience frequent spring rain, so couples should plan for unexpected rain during outdoor weddings.
Holiday Conflicts
April sometimes overlaps with major holidays such as Easter and Passover. This can affect guest and venue availability as well as travel costs.
Weather Can Still Be Unpredictable
Even though it’s warmer than March, April can still bring chilly evenings, sudden storms, and the occasional cold fronts. Outdoor weddings may still need heaters or indoor options.
Photo taken by Molly Sue Photography
What Are the Pros and Cons of a Wedding in May?
Pros
Peak Flower Season
May offers some of the best flower availability of the year. Popular in-season blooms include peonies, garden roses, lilacs, ranunculus, tulips, and sweet peas.
Ideal Weather
In many regions, such as New Jersey, May brings comfortable temperatures—not too hot like midsummer and usually warmer than early spring.
Beautiful Natural Scenery
By May, landscapes are usually fully alive with green trees, flowers, vibrant gardens, and longer daylight hours.
Great Lighting for Photography
Longer days mean more daylight for photos! Beautiful golden-hour lighting allows for outdoor cocktail hours and gorgeous photoshoots against colorful scenery.
Cons
Higher Costs & Limited Vendor Availability
May marks the start of peak wedding season, so venue prices often increase, and popular wedding professionals book quickly.
Spring Storms Still Possible
While generally pleasant, May in New Jersey can still bring rain showers, thunderstorms, and overly humid days.
Busy Season for Guests
May often overlaps with graduations and other school events, affecting attendance for some guests with children.
Spring Weddings at TillingHouse
No matter what month you want your spring wedding in, TillingHouse in Eatontown, NJ, would love to be an integral part of your special day! From our indoor and outdoor accommodations for any time of year to our divine cuisine, we want to make your wedding memorable for years to come. To book a tour or learn more about our venue, please contact us for more information.