Rent The Heron for your next private event in WNY
The Heron Farm and Event Center is the #1 outdoor event venue in Western New York.
With rolling hills, untouched forests, and breath taking views, our 400 acres in Chautauqua County is unforgettable setting for all occasions and celebrations. Whether it’s a music festival, family reunion, baby shower, corporate gathering, or wellness retreat. Big or small. Let our land be your host.
Music Festivals
The Heron Farm and Event Center is the ultimate location for music festivals, proudly hosting the Great Blue Heron Music Festival for over three decades. Since the 1990s, we’ve been dedicated to organizing and hosting successful events. With our extensive experience, we’re fully equipped to help you plan and execute a memorable and profitable music festival.
Spanning 400 acres, we offer three stages and ample space for vendors, workshops, performers, and attendees to enjoy. The natural beauty of our landscape, combined with our meticulous setup and expertise, creates an unforgettable atmosphere. Whether you’re expecting large crowds or intimate gatherings, The Heron’s unique setting and decades of experience make it the perfect choice.
Main Stage
The Main Stage at The Heron Farm and Event Center stands out as an legendary WNY outdoor venue. It’s home to the renowned Great Blue Heron Music Festival, hosting iconic performers like 10,000 Maniacs, The Avett Brothers, Donna the Buffalo, Rusted Root.
Ideal for live music, this space, with its rich music history and scenic surroundings, truly captures the essence of The Heron. Its elevated stage, framed by rolling hills and lush forests and farmland, provides a memorable experience for any concert or live performance.
Tiger Maple Stage
The Tiger Maple Stage, nestled in the woods, offers a cozy, intimate setting for smaller live performances.
This charming stage provides a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for a more personal, nature-inspired experience.
Dragon Stage
The Dragon Stage is the ultimate venue for music festival planners who want to create an epic live music experience.
Tucked deep into the forest and surrounded by trees, this stage brings the magic that guarantees unforgettable performances.
Lit forest spaces for nights filled with magic
The beauty of The Heron is your event can take advantage of the open spaces as well as the moody woods for maximum vibes.
Enchanted forests, nighttime bonfires, fairy lights, and more magical options are available to take your event from special to unforgettable.
Family Events & Business Events
The Heron Farm and Event Center is a picture-perfect place to host private family gatherings and business occasions, such as family reunions, baby showers, corporate retreats, team-building activities, workshops, seminars, and more.
The natural beauty and tranquility of The Heron ensure an unforgettable experience, whether for large groups or intimate gatherings.
Why choose The Heron for your next private event?
Variety of Unique spaces
Find the exact venue space you’re looking for at The Heron.
The Heron offers the perfect venue space for any occasion.
Select from the iconic Main Stage, perfect for large gatherings, the intimate Tiger Maple Stage nestled in the woods for smaller occasions or concerts, or the epic Dragon Stage for an impactful event. Additionally, explore our countless scenic spots throughout our 400-acre property, including a private pond and beach.
Outdoor Activities for All Ages
Immerse your guests in nature and the great outdoors.
The Heron provides ample opportunities for outdoor enjoyment and connection with nature, offering activities like forest bathing, hiking, picnics, games, and live music.
Privacy and Space
Enjoy exclusive use of The Heron for your event.
With its vast acreage, The Heron provides a peaceful, secluded, secure environment where groups can connect, create lasting memories, and enjoy a distraction free event. All with the reassurance that you’re the only ones on the land.
“This land and these people are a healing balm on this planet. If you’re looking for some restoration, just do it…”
Linda
Wellness Retreats
Host a wellness retreat immersed in the healing power of nature.
The Heron offers easy access to the Southern Tier Highway (I-86), yet it is deeply nestled in the heart of rural Western New York.
Imagine your retreat in a place primed for tranquility, relaxation, meditation, and connection with both nature and your inner self.
With a variety of unique spaces—from cozy stages to quiet spots throughout the property—The Heron provides the perfect setting for yoga, meditation workshops, spiritual ceremonies, and outdoor activities that promote holistic well-being. Its secluded setting allows guests to fully disconnect from daily stresses, making it an ideal location for a rejuvenating wellness retreat.
Secluded setting
Host your retreat in a secluded setting that encourages your guests to disconnect from everyday distractions. The tranquil environment of The Heron allows for deeper relaxation and personal growth, fostering a heightened sense of mindfulness and presence throughout the retreat.
immersed in Nature
Create an unforgettable retreat and offer your guests a fully immersive experience with nature. Help them reconnect with the natural world and themselves. Hosting at The Heron provides abundant opportunities to hike, swim, explore the forest, and engage in other nature adventures to enrich their retreat.
Custom Retreat Packages
Customize your retreat package to the specific needs of your event and attendees, including onsite food preparation, lodging, and camping. Fill your event schedule with our onsite, experts who with experience leading nature and wellness workshops.
comprehensive Nature & Wellness Options
The Heron supports a variety of nature and wellness practices, ensuring a well-rounded retreat.
Trust our vetted, expert facilitators to lead your attendees through deep, meaningful experiences connected to the land they know. Offerings include yoga, forest bathing, foraging, stargazing, birding, meditation, equestrian pursuits, nutrition, and holistic therapies.