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This chart features venues that accommodate 80 guests or more. If your site is not listed, please email sloudermilk@todaymediainc.com. Research assistance by Rachel Vogel.
The following information includes the name and location of the facility, the cost per person or rental fee, capacity for dinner/buffet/cocktails and a short description.
Delaware
Arsht Hall
Wilmington, (302) 573-4401, $95-$140, 160/160/160, Garden and terrace.
Bear Trap Dunes
Ocean View, (302) 537-5600, ext. 406, $85+, 200/200/250, Clubhouse’s floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic views.
Bella Vita at Cavaliers Country Club
Newark, (302) 731-5600, $100, 300/300/350, Ballroom with veranda overlooking golf course.
Bellevue Hall
Wilmington, (302) 761-6952, $3,650, 150/150/300, Elegant estate home, garden and gazebo.
Brandywine Country Club
Wilmington, (302) 478-2110, $250+, 300+, View of award-winning golf course.
Brantwyn Estate at the DuPont Country Club
Wilmington, (302) 421-1730, $102+, 170/170/200, Georgian estate with 11 rooms and 60 acres of gardens.
The Carriage House at Rockwood Park
Wilmington, (302) 472-2433, $90-$130, 225/225/350, A 19th-century estate of stone and wood with Gilded Age ballroom and walled gardens.
Chase Center on the Riverfront
Wilmington, (302) 425-3929, $120-$140, 500/500/1,000, Ballrooms with state-of-the-art music and lighting technology.
Christiana Memorial Hall
Christiana, (302) 731-0237, varies, 300/300/300, Renovated facility, ballroom setting, full-service bar.
The Clarion Hotel
New Castle, (302) 428-1000, $91+, 320/320/450, Golden Belle, Charleston and Savannah ballrooms are minutes from Wilmington.
Clayton Hall
Newark, (302) 831-2626, $95-$140, 350/350/350, Unique UD campus setting, beautiful, spacious ballroom.
Clubhouse at Baywood Greens
Long Neck, (302) 945-8884, $85, 200/200/250, Golf course, gardens, ballroom with balconies, and top A/V technology.
Cordrey Center
Millsboro, (302) 682-9080, $1,500, 150/150/250, Atrium ceiling, fireplace, private outdoor garden.
Courtyard Marriott Newark at UD
Newark, (302) 737-0900, $1,600-$2,000, 130/130/150, Accommodations, catering, customized menus.
Crowne Plaza Wilmington North
Claymont, (302) 792-2700, $139-$159, 350/350/500, Spacious, elegant ballroom; discounted lodging. www.cpwilmingtonnorth.com
Deerfield
Newark, (302) 368-6640, $79-$140, 300/300/350, Stately architecture with floor-to-ceiling glass walls.
Delaware Art Museum
Wilmington, (302) 351-8530, $144-$164, 200/200/200, Sophisticated entrance hall with arched windows.
Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts
Wilmington, (302) 656-6466, $2,400-$3,500, 180/180/225, Restored factory building, dramatic architectural details, vaulted ceilings.
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel
4727 Concord Pike, Wilmington, (302) 478-6000, $90+, 300/300/500, Beautifully renovated, modern facility.
Doubletree Hotel Downtown
700 N. King St., Wilmington, (302) 655-0400, Varies, 500/358/900, Renovated grand ballroom, spacious accommodations.
Dover Downs Hotel
Dover, (302) 857-2114, $95-$125, 1,000/800/1,500, Elegant 18,000-square-foot ballroom with 22-foot ceiling.
The Duncan Center
Dover, (302) 674-3031, Varies, 410/410/410, Affordable, elegant, courteous staff.
DuPont Country Club
Wilmington, (302) 421-1730, $102+, 300/300/350, Two ballrooms, 1 with a 20-foot ceiling, and 8 banquet rooms on golf course.
Embassy Suites Hotel
Newark, (302) 368-8000, $79 , 200/200/200, Elegant setting, six-story atrium, waterfall with fountain.
Evergreen Room
Newark, (302) 737-2336, $750, 200/200/200, Spacious hall with natural light and a stage.
The Executive Banquet and Conference Center
Newark, (302) 731-1800, $98, 425/425/700, State-of-the-art banquet facility by the Capozzoli family.
The Farmhouse
Wilmington, (302) 999-8477, $95, 160/160/175, Historic farmhouse on 4 acres with gardens, ceremony-ready gazebos.
The Grand Opera House
Wilmington, (302) 652-1179, varies, 250/250/300, Beautiful and historic concert hall with several room options.
Greenbank Mill & Philips Farm
Wilmington, (302) 999-9001, $500, 80/80/80, Historic grist mill, water wheel.
Greenville Country Club
Wilmington, (302) 658-3943, $160-$175, 250/250/300, Stone mansion built in 1915 sits on 17 acres of rolling hills.
Hagley Museum and Library
Wilmington, (302) 658-2400, ext. 203, $1,600-$3,500, 160/120/200, Built of Brandywine blue rock, Soda House is adjacent to French heirloom garden.
Harry’s Savoy Ballroom
Wilmington, (302) 475-3000, varies, 216/216/400, Elegant ballroom, patio room with private outdoor courtyard, gas lamps and a fireplace.
Henlopen Hotel—Salero
Rehoboth Beach, (302) 227-8630, $85-$115, 170/170/210, Oceanfront rooftop, great menu.
Heritage Shores Club
Bridgeville (302) 337-9910, ext. 316, $60-$100, 300/300/300, Beautiful clubhouse with golf course views.
Hilton Wilmington/Christiana
Newark, (302) 454-1500, $85-$199, 180/180/300, 108/78/150 (jr. ballroom), French crystal chandeliers, swan-filled ponds, indoor and outdoor ceremony space.
Hockessin Memorial Hall
Hockessin, (302) 239-5279, $85-$115, 350/330/350, Remodeled banquet hall, large dance floor, elevated stage.
Hotel du Pont
Wilmington, (302) 594-3122, $99+, 300/200/350, Historic landmark, stunning architecture, Old World elegance.
Hyatt Place Dewey Beach
Dewey Beach, (302) 864-9100, $1,000-$2,400/day, 400/400/550, Ballrooms with waterfront views of Rehoboth Bay.
Ivy
Dewey Beach, (302) 227-3888, $100, 160/200/250, Bayside and beach locations.
Maple Dale Country Club
Dover, (302) 674-4951, ext. 2, $20-$50, 175/175/300, Elegant ballroom, renovated clubhouse.
Nassau Valley Vineyards
Lewes, (302) 645-9463, $650-$5,800, 400/400/600, Views of the vineyard or art gallery.
Plate Catering
Bethany Beach, (302) 644-1200, $50-$110, 150/150/200, Always fresh, always affordable.
Rehoboth Beach Country Club
Rehoboth, (302) 227-3811, $130-$160, 240/240/240, Great view of sunset over bay.
Sheraton Suites
Wilmington, (302) 576-8009, $89+, 170/120/300, New ballroom, inclusive package.
Sheraton Wilmington South
Wilmington, (302) 544-6817, $95+, 220/220/300, Modern ballroom with terrace.
Tyler’s Party Room
Wilmington, (302) 528-6440, $17-$33, 80/80/120, Neighborhood kitchen with craft beer specialties.
University & Whist Club
Wilmington, (302) 658-5125, $97+, 130/NA/200, Elegant, intimate, historical.
Waterfall Banquet Center
Claymont, (302) 792-2600, varies, 500/500/650, Upscale banquet-reception hall.
The Westin
Wilmington, (302) 654-2900, varies, 100/100/100, Modern, chic ballroom.
White Clay Creek Country Club
Wilmington, (302) 994-2521, ext. 7212, $95-$1,400, 220/200/350, Elegant ballroom with balcony and golf course views.
Winterthur Museum and Country Estate
Wilmington, (302) 888-4600, $130+, 600/600/600, Glass pavilion, famous gardens.
World Cafe Live at the Queen
Wilmington, (302) 994-1400, $85, 200/180/400, A legendary theater with a hip vibe.
Pennsylvania
ACE Conference Center
Lafayette Hill, (610) 825-8000, $150, 250/250/500, Grand, rustic ballroom with Wolfgang Puck Catering.
Anthony Wayne House
Paoli, (610) 213-3097, $115, 225, Georgian-style mansion and adjacent grounds.
Appleford Estate
Villanova, (610) 527-4280, $4,700-$7,500, 180, Classic Main Line estate complete with gardens and terrace.
The Baldwin School
Bryn Mawr, (610) 525-2700, $3,000-$3,600, 700, Victorian mansion on 22 acres.
The Ballroom at Downingtown Country Club
Downingtown, (610) 873-0800, $90-$140, 300/300, Overlooks fountains and greens.
Brandywine Catering
Chadds Ford, (610) 459-3705, $250, 110/110/150, Warm, quaint atmosphere.
Brandywine River Museum of Art
Chadds Ford, (610) 388-8112, $2,500+, 120/400/400, Museum in historic mill, Wyeth art.
Carriage House at Days Inn
West Chester, (610) 692-1900, $50-$125, 250/250/250, Elegantly renovated ballroom.
Columbia Station
Phoenixville, (610) 933-6336, $115-$136, 220, Picturesque garden-ceremony area.
Concordville Inn
Concordville, (610) 459-2230, ext. 500, $120-$144, 300, Elegant atmosphere.
Corinthian Yacht Club of Philadelphia
Essington, (610) 521-4705, $90-$130, 300/300/50+, Spacious clubhouse and waterside tent offer views of the Delaware River.
Desmond Hotel and Conference Center
Malvern, (800) 575-1776, $105-$132, 250, Beautiful ballroom with chandeliers.
Drexelbrook Catering & Corporate Events Center
Drexel Hill,(610) 259-7000, varies, 1,000, Rooms for cocktails and ceremonies plus a veranda.
Edgmont Country Club
Newtown Square, (610) 353-1800, Varies, 200, Four distinct rooms with great views of the golf course and state park.
Embassy Suites Philadelphia—Valley Forge
Wayne, (610) 647-6700, $90-$115, 150, Full-service property with beautiful atrium.
The Farmhouse at People’s Light & Theatre
Malvern, (610) 647-1631, ext. 156, $110-$135, 225/200/300, English perennial gardens and banquet facility.
General Warren Inne
Malvern, (610) 296-3637, $60-$80, 50-125, Historic setting with newly renovated decor plus gardens and terrace.
Great Hall at Immaculata University
Immaculata, (610) 647-4400, $2,000-$3,500, 200, Ballroom setting with entrance hall and terrace.
The Greathouse at Loch Nairn Golf Club
Avondale, (610) 268-2235, varies, 190/150/250, A jewel in the country. Cathedral ceilings, wood floors, Oriental rugs, overlooks course.
Hartefeld National Golf Club
Avondale, (610) 268-8800, $75-$145, 220/200/350, Classic setting, rolling hills, veranda.
Hilltop House
Devon, (610) 341-3928, Varies, 225/225/305, 200-year-old farmhouse sits atop 23 acres of orchards and gardens.
Hilton Garden Inn
Kennett Square, (610) 444-9100, varies, 100/100/150, Menu for any budget.
Inn at Historic Yellow Springs
Chester Springs, (610) 827-7414, ext. 18, varies, 150, Working fireplaces, antiques and candles.
The Italian American Citizen’s League
Kennett Square, (610) 383-7875, $40 (person), $550 (rental), 250/250/250, Affordable, elegant, customized.
Mendenhall Inn
Mendenhall, (610) 388-2100, ext. 629, $74-$151, 275/275/350, Two large, fabulous ballrooms.
Merion Tribute House
Merion Station, (610) 664-1267, $2,200-$5,600, 175, Gothic mansion with ballroom and wedding balcony.
The Old Mill
Rose Valley, (610) 892-0141, varies, 250, Garden setting with private courtyards.
Paxon Hollow Country Club
Broomall, (610) 353-0220, ext. 3, $90-$110, 275/250/275, Recently renovated banquet facility with panoramic view.
Penn Oaks Golf Club
West Chester, (610) 399-0501, $68+, 500/500/500, Modern clubhouse on historical grounds in picturesque setting.
Phoenixville Foundry
Phoenixville, (610) 917-8400 , $500-$1,150, 500, Turn-of-the-century building turned events facility.
Radnor Hunt
Malvern, (610) 644-4439, $120-$160, 200/160/275, Charming historical building on 17 acres.
Radnor Valley Country Club
Villanova, (610) 688-9450, $133+, 300, Georgian mansion set on rolling greens.
Saturday Club of Wayne
Wayne, (610) 688-9746, $135+, 120, Tudor building with a ballroom and stage.
Springfield Country Club
Springfield, (610) 690-7600, varies, 600, A spacious facility with three ballrooms.
Tyler Arboretum
Media, (610) 213-3097, $125, 150, Historic stone barn and outdoor settings.
Waynesborough Country Club
Paoli, (610) 296-2122, varies, 250/200/250, New clubhouse reminiscent of a farmhouse.
West Chester Golf & Country Club
West Chester, (610) 696-0150, $150, 100/80/100, Versatile event rooms and outdoor spaces.
White Manor Country Club
Malvern, (610) 647-1070, ext. 122, $40-$150, 220, Natural setting surrounded by rolling hills.
Women’s Club of Bala Cynwyd
Bala Cynwyd, (610) 664-9107, $3,100, 175-175, Colonial building with large fireplace in the foyer.
Maryland
Bentley’s Banquet Center
Elkton, (410) 398-3252, $100-$500, 200/200/200, Three banquet halls offer flexibility.
Chesapeake Inn Restaurant
Chesapeake City, (410) 885-2040, $89-$120, 175/175/175, Spectacular canal view, ballroom, veranda, fire pits and cabanas.
The Kitty Knight House
Georgetown, (410) 648-5200, $70-$100, 100-350, Tented pavilion with eight crystal chandeliers. Overlooks Georgetown Harbor.
The Wellwood
Charlestown, (410) 287-6666, $90-$130, 300/300/350, Waterfront ceremonies and tented banquet pavilion.
New Jersey
J.G. Cook’s Riverview Inn
Pennsville, (856) 678-3700, $75+, 275/275/325, Riverside terrace with waterside gazebo.
