Venues & Event Spaces near Mendon, MA

“Beautiful venue, incredible staff.

We booked Grand View as our wedding venue, and we are SO happy we did. Our wedding was just last week and it was absolutely perfect!! The staff went above and beyond for us, and the venue itself is stunning. The grounds are so nice and the view over the lake is magical, and the two outdoor ceremony sites - Bella Vista overlooking the water and the sone-pillared Terraza - both make for incredible photos.

The coordinator we worked with, Tatiana, really pulled out all the stops for us. Y'all, I was a lot, I always had SO MANY QUESTIONS for her - I sent her email after email after email for MONTHS - and she answered everything and more, always making sure I had all the information I needed and wanted to make my wedding planning go smoothly! Not to mention, Tatiana is so wonderful to work with - she's friendly and nice and so easy to talk to, and it was always a pleasure to see her.

The Chef did an incredible job too! We had some very specific requests - an all-vegan wedding with Jamaican food influences - and Chef Linda whipped up a FEAST! She's a wizard. Everything was delicious, and the Chef was genuinely happy to work with our requests! Our guests loved the food too!

My day-of bridal attendant, Mackenna, was also absolutely lovely. She was always there when I needed her, bringing me anything I could need on the day itself when I was too overwhelmed with emotion, too busy taking photos or getting ready or talking to guests, or too lost in the moment to think about things like water or food. She kept us on schedule and made sure we always knew what was happening so we could be where we needed to be, and it was really such a relief to have her around - she made me feel like I could let go of so much of the stress I might otherwise have carried, and she made sure I could really enjoy the day.

The Grand View staff did so much for us to create the wedding we envisioned, down to every little detail, every silly question, every additional last-minute request we threw at them. The reviews from our guests were unanimous: everyone loved the venue. We are so happy we chose to get married here. Tatiana, Mackenna, Chef Linda, and everyone at Grand View - thank you again for everything. It was a perfect day, at a perfect location, for the perfect wedding. 10/10 would get married there again (to the same husband!!! hehe) <3”

“Southwick Zoo is a wonderful place for both kids and adults alike! It’s a great destination for a full day of family fun, with plenty of animals to see, beautiful grounds to explore, and activities that can keep children entertained while adults enjoy the experience too. There’s something for everyone, making it an easy choice when looking for a fun family outing.

I would definitely recommend planning to spend the entire day there so you have enough time to take everything in without feeling rushed. To help keep costs down, I also recommend bringing your own food and drinks, especially if you have a large family. Having a picnic or snacks on hand makes the day much easier and more affordable.

My only real wish is that Southwick Zoo offered a family discount, especially for larger families with several children. Admission can add up quickly, and while we love visiting, the cost makes it difficult to attend more than once a season. A larger-family discount or seasonal family pass would make it much more accessible and encourage families to visit more often.

Overall, Southwick Zoo is a fantastic family attraction and a great way to spend the day together!”

“I was looking for a place for my eight-year-old to do summer camp and I reached out to Express and they were very helpful in finding me a fun week summer day camp for my daughter. I also invited her friend to come along and they’re looking forward to a beach party summer camp. I’m excited for them. They start in August 2026. I’m looking forward it And so is my daughter and her friend. I also found summer camp very reasonable as times are getting tough and things are getting expensive. This place seems to have it all in one package.”

“This place is great, this is the second time we rented the room for a birthday and baby shower, nice size space ,plenty of parking and you can't beat the price. The staff there are awesome and very accommodating . I definitely recommend i”

“I recently hosted an event at Millrace and it was a wonderful venue and Peyton who I worked with was beyond amazing. I can highly recommend using the space as its has everything you need, easy to decorate, and the team here make everything super easy.”

“This place is amazing for people with mobility issues to enjoy golf and quality time with friends and loved ones! The scenery is beautiful and the baby bunnies are adorable. The owners and staff are super friendly and accommodating, ensuring customers have a wonderful time. Thanks for a fantastic summer!”