New Venue!

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Opening 12/31/24
Opening 12/31/24
Booking Begins 1/2/24

CT Wedding Group’s Newest Industrial Chic Venue

Connecticut Wedding Group’s newest location

Riverbend is poised to become the state’s premier wedding destination. Steeped in Higganum’s industrial history, the venue offers an unparalleled fusion of industrial charm and modern sophistication.

Step inside and you’ll find yourself immediately captivated by a beautiful structure set within a meticulously restored industrial gem. Soaring, exposed-beam ceilings stretch overhead, while the raw, weathered brickwork whispers tales of a storied past. Sunlight streams through abundant, prominent windows, casting a soft glow upon every corner, ensuring your celebration radiates with warmth and natural beauty.

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A Stunning Backdrop

Industrial chic is effortlessly balanced with contemporary refinement, creating an unforgettable setting for your cherished moments. Picture your grand entrance amidst the striking architectural elements, your vows exchanged beneath dramatic hewn beams or beside a babbling brook, and your guests reveling in the ambiance of a setting unlike any other.

Higganum, CT’s Dramatic New Wedding Setting

Riverbend finds its home within the newly revitalized D&H Scovil Company Mill No. 4 buildings, which date back to the late 19th century. Strategically situated along Candlewood Hill, mere steps from the picturesque village green and town center, Riverbend embraces its historical roots while reflecting a vibrant, contemporary community.

Higganum, whose name is derived from a Native American term translated as “Great Bend in River,” is where three significant brooks—Candlewood Hill Brook, Ponsett Brook, and Bible Rock Brook—merge to form the Higganum River. A bend in the river symbolizes taking a new direction and going off on a lifetime journey taken together. Hence the name for your perfect venue.

Your Planning is Our Priority

Welcome to the world of stress-free planning. A multitude of details goes into preparing for your wedding day, but our experienced, knowledgeable team gives you the peace of mind of knowing that everything is taken care of. Our legacy of hospitality, paired with the expertise of our wedding planning specialists, serves to create the perfect day—seamless, spectacular, and authentically you.
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Design Matters

You’re in luck because our wedding planning experts and design specialists are fluent in highly detailed and meaningful design. Going beyond the traditional wedding, we are here to tell your love story. Whether it’s making your vision a reality or helping you conceptualize what truly resonates with you, our design specialists are going to bring your perfect day to life. So, sit back, relax, and begin the exciting countdown to your dream day!

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Your Culinary Journey

Looking for simply the best? Our culinary experts are highly regarded for their skilled use of the very highest-quality, farm-to-table ingredients. Award-winning Executive Chef Stephen Lisitano and Executive Sous Chef Michael Donovan are devoted to creating hand-crafted cuisine that will set your wedding apart from any other. The dynamic power of our collaborative team and the gourmet epicurean experience they create will have your guests talking for years to come, sharing yet another unique page in your love story.

So, let us take you on the culinary journey of a lifetime. From your first bite to your last sip, and every moment in between, our expert team has you covered.
Event Manager

Dimitri Brewster

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Dimitri is thrilled to be joining the Connecticut wedding group at the start of the 2025 season. He is joining us with what he likes to call “northern drive and southern hospitality”. The last 10 years in Charleston, South Carolina has given him experience in cooperate events, weddings, and restaurant management. He has also worked to help build and train teams from the ground up to produce the best experience internally and client facing.

His combined experience and passion in hospitality, and his degree in Interior Design help him to produce and execute beautifully detailed and thought out weddings from start to finish.

Wedding days can come with a whirlwind of emotions and seem to come to an end in the blink of an eye. Part of what Dimitri loves best is working closely with couples and their families to help navigate through those emotions on the special day, and to incorporate moments to pause and capture the beauty that comes with getting married!