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Reception Sites

This chart features venues that accommodate 150 guests or more. If your site is not listed, please email mnardone@delawaretoday.com.

Bellevue Hall

ACE Conference Center
Lafayette Hills, Pa., (610) 825-800
On 310 acres of rolling hills, www.aceconferencecenter.com
Capacity: 180 (dinner), 180 (buffet), 300 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $95+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

Arsht Hall
Wilmington, 573-4401
Gardens and terrace, www.udel.edu/conf/arsht.htm
Capacity: 180 (dinner), 150 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $80+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: until midnight
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: cocktails & ceremony

Ballroom at the Phoenix
Boothwyn, Pa., (610) 497-2361
Beautifully appointed, www.ballroomatthephoenix.com
Capacity: 600 (dinner), 500 (buffet), 850 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee:  $30+
Advanced booking: 3-18 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

Bellevue Hall    
Wilmington, 761-6952
Elegant estate home, gardens, gazebo, www.destateparks.com
Capacity: 150 (dinner), 150 (buffet), 200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $3,600 (5 hours)
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

Bentley’s Banquet Facility
Elkton, Md., (410) 398-3252
Three banquet halls offer flexibility, www.bentleysrestaurant.com
Capacity: 200 (dinner), 200 (buffet) 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $18.95+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: daily, hours vary
No. of simultaneous receptions: three
Outdoor reception area: no    
     
Brandywine Catering by Pace One
Thornton, Pa., (610) 459-3705
Historic stone barn and terrace, www.paceone.net
Capacity:  175 (dinner), 175 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $90-$120
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes            
                        
Brandywine Country Club
Wilmington, 478-2110
Upscale club minutes from I-95, www.brandywinecountryclub.net
Capacity: 270 (dinner), 270 (buffet), 400 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $84+
Advanced booking: 12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    
 
Brandywine River Museum
Chadds Ford, Pa., (610) 388-8112
Museum setting in historic mill. Wyeth art. River view
Capacity: 120 (dinner), 120 (buffet), 900 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $4,000+ fee (plus $105+)
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: 6 p.m.-midnight
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

Brantwyn Estate    
Wilmington, 421-1730
Renovated Georgian estate home, www.dupontcountryclub.com
Capacity: 170 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $95+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: weekends
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Catch 54 Fish House
Fenwick Island, 436-8600
Panoramic bay views and classic beach decor
Capacity: 150 (dinner), 150 (buffet), 200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $32+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Cavaliers Country Club
Newark, 737-1200
Newly renovated, convenient location    
Capacity: 275 (dinner), 275 (buffet), 275 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call
Advanced booking: 12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: no    

Chase Center on the Riverfront
Wilmington, 425-3929
Large ballrooms, stellar cuisine, www.centerontheriverfront.com
Capacity: 800 (dinner), NA (buffet), 1000 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $100+
Advanced booking: 6-12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: no    

Chesapeake Inn Restaurant
Chesapeake City, Md., (410) 885-2040
Spectacular view of canal, stylish and sophisticated decor, stunning ceiling,  www.chesapeakeinn.com
Capacity: 150 (dinner), 150 (buffet), 170 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $73+
Advanced booking: 12 months
Hours: 11 a.m. until midnight
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Christiana Memorial Hall    
Christiana, 731-0237
Newly renovated facility, ballroom setting,  www.christianafc.org
Capacity: 300 (dinner), 300 (buffet), 400 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $17+
Advanced booking: 6 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no    

The Clarion Hotel
New Castle, 428-1000
Elegant Golden Belle and  Charleston Belle ballroom are minutes from Wilmington, www.choicehotels.com
Capacity: 450 (dinner), 425 (buffet), 550 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: Varies
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Clayton Hall
Newark, 831-8648
Unique UD campus setting, beautiful, spacious ballroom, www.udel.edu/conf/clayton.htm
Capacity: 400 (dinner), 400 (buffet), 400 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $80+
Advanced booking: 6-12 months
Hours: must end by midnight
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no    

Clubhouse at Baywood Greens
Long Neck, 945-8884
Beautiful setting, exceptional cuisine, personalized service, www.baywoodgreens.com
Capacity: 240 (dinner), 210 (buffet), 220 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $100-$150
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: ceremony only

Marriott Courtyard Newark
Newark, 737-0900
Accommodations, catering, www.marriott.com/ilgud
Capacity: 120 (dinner), 100 (buffet), 150-200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call for rates
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

Deerfield Golf and Tennis
Newark, 368-6440
The premier wedding facility, amazing cuisine, courteous service, extraordinary views, www.deerfieldgolfclub.com
Capacity: 350 (dinner), 500 (buffet), 750 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $100-160
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Del. Center for the Contemporary Arts
Wilmington, 656-6466
Restored factory building, dramatic architectural details, vaulted ceilings, www.thedcca.org
Capacity: 180 (dinner), 180 (buffet), 500 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: all for rates
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: after 5 p.m.
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Del. Center for Horticulture
Wilmington, 658-6262
Indoor and outdoor events, beautiful gardens. www.dehort.org
Capacity: 250 (dinner), 250 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call for rates
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible    
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

Delaware National Country Club
Wilmington, 993-3208
Contemporary club and ballroom, www.delawarenationalcountryclub.com
Capacity: 220 (dinner), 220 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $69-$92
Advanced booking: 6 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: yes

Bear Trap Dunes Banquet Facility
Ocean View, 537-5600
Breathtaking golf-course views, www.beartrapdunes.com
Capacity: 150 (dinner), 120 (buffet), 200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $65+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

Dover Downs Hotel
Dover, (866) 376-2425
Elegant 18,000-square-foot ballroom with 22-foot ceiling, www.doverdowns.com
Capacity: 1,000 (dinner), 800 (buffet), 1,500 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $56+
Advanced booking: 6-12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: three
Outdoor reception area: no    

Doubletree Hotel
Wilmington, 478-6000
Beautifully renovated, modern facility, www.doubletreewilmington.com
Capacity: 300 (dinner), 300 (buffet), 450 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $100+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: no

Doubletree Hotel Downtown
Wilmington, 655-0400
Newly-renovated grand ballroom, spacious accommodations
Capacity: 650 (dinner), 550 (buffet), 1,000 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call for rates
Advanced booking: 18 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no

The Duncan Center
Dover, 674-3031
Affordable, elegant, courteous, www.theduncancenter.com         
Capacity: 250 (dinner), 350 (buffet), 350 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $15-79+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: three
Outdoor reception area: yes    

DuPont Country Club
Wilmington, 421-1730
Ballrooms, glass terrace on golf course. www.dupontcountryclub.com
Capacity: 250 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 350 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $90+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: Fri, Sat and Sun: vary
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Embassy Suites Hotel
Newark, 368-8000
Elegant setting includes marble floors, six-story atrium and waterfall
Capacity: 180 (dinner), 180 (buffet), 300 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $96+
Advanced booking: 6+ months
Hours: noon - 11 p.m.
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no    

The Evergreens
Newark, 737-2336
Spacious hall with natural light, stage, www.newarkseniorcenter.com
Capacity: 240 (dinner), 240 (buffet), 300 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call for rates
Advanced booking: 3-18 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

The Executive Banquet
Newark, 731-1800
State-of-the-art banquet facility and Conference Center by the Capozzoli family, www.executivebanquets.com
Capacity: 675 (dinner), 675 (buffet), 675 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: varies
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: no

Farmhouse Country Caterers
Wilmington, 999-8477
Victorian grounds and garden, www.thefarmhousede.com
Capacity: 150 (dinner), 150 (buffet), 150 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $68+
Advanced booking: 3-12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

The Great House at Loch Nairn
Avondale, Pa. (610) 268-0824
Views overlooking a golf course, gable ceilings, fireplaces, hardwood floors, www.lochnairn.com
Capacity: 175 (dinner), 150 (buffet), 225 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $90+
Advanced booking: 9 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Greenbank Mill
Wilmington, 999-9001
Historic grist mill, water wheel, www.greenbankmill.org
Capacity: 75 (dinner), 80 (buffet), 90 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $300
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: 4 p.m. until midnight
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Greenville Country Club
Wilmington, 658-3943
Private club in historic mansion, www.greenvillecc.com
Capacity: 220 (dinner), 220 (buffet), 300 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: varies
Advanced booking: 12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

FishOn Seafood Grill
Lewes, 645-9790
Unique location with ample parking, www.fishon.bz
Capacity: 200 (dinner), 250 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $32+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: Open from 5 p.m. daily
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no

Fournier Hall
Wilmington, 421-3708
Elegant banquet facility with parquet dance floor and stage
Capacity: 300 (dinner), 300 (buffet), 300 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: varies
Advanced booking: 6-12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no

Harry’s Savoy Ballroom
Wilmington, 475-3000
Elegant ballroom, gas lamps    and a romantic fireplace, www.harrys-savoy.com
Capacity: 250 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 400 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $95+
Advanced booking: 3-12 months
Hours: day or evening
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Hartefeld National Golf Club
Avondale, Pa. (610) 268-8800
Elegant setting, rolling hills, veranda on pond, www.hartefeld.com
Capacity: 200 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee:  $132+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Henlopen Hotel—Salero
Rehoboth Beach, 227-8630
Oceanfront roof-top, great menu, www.saleroonthebeach.com
Capacity: 175 (dinner), 175 (buffet), 200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $75+
Advanced booking: 6-12 months
Hours: day or evening
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no

Hilton Garden Inn
Kennett Square, Pa., (610) 444-9100
Award-winning chef, menu for any budget, www.kennettsquare.hgi.com
Capacity: 100 (dinner), 100 (buffet), 120 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $15+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no

Hilton Wilmington, Christiana
Newark, 454-1500
Cocktail area overlooks gazebo and newly renovated, elegant hotel, www.hiltonestate.com
Capacity: 200 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 350 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $90+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: noon-5 p.m., 6-11 p.m.
No. of simultaneous receptions:  two
Outdoor reception area: yes
                           
Hockessin Memorial Hall
Hockessin, 239-5279
Elegant ballroom, large dance floor, www.hockessinmemorialhall.com
Capacity: 350 (dinner), 350 (buffet), 450 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call for rates
Advanced booking: 12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no    

Holiday Inn Select
Claymont, 792-2700
Elegant ballroom near airport, www.hiselect.com/cym-wilmington
Capacity: 400 (dinner), 400 (buffet), 700 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $79+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Carriage House at Holiday Inn
West Chester, Pa., (610) 692-1900
Elegantly renovated ballroom, www.hiwestchester.com
Capacity: 250 (dinner), 250 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $106+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two    
Outdoor reception area: yes   

Hotel du Pont
Wilmington, 594-3122
Historic landmark, stunning architecture, Old-World tradition—elegance defined, www.hoteldupont.com
Capacity: 300 (dinner), 225 (buffet), 500 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $99+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: no                                     

Il Giardino
Avondale, Pa., (610) 268-8874
Elegant banquet facility, www.ilgiardinodining.com
Capacity: 170 (dinner), 170 (buffet), 300 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $28-$46
Advanced booking: 3-6 months
Hours:  flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: no    

The Italian American Club    
Kennett Square, Pa. (610) 636-9225
Affordable, elegant, customized, www.iaclkennett.com
Capacity: 250 (dinner), 250 (buffet), 300 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $22-$42
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: 10 a.m. until midnight
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

J.G. Cook’s Riverview Inn
Pennsville, N.J., (856) 678-3700
Riverside terrace with gazebo, www.riverviewinn.net
Capacity: 250 (dinner), 220 (buffet), 500 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $66+
Advanced booking: 6-12 months
Hours: noon-5 p.m., 6-11 p.m.
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: ceremony only    

Maple Dale Country Club
Dover, 674-4951
Elegant ballroom on golf course, www.mapledalecc.com
Capacity: 200 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 400 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $25+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Mendenhall Inn
Mendenhall, Pa., (610) 388-2100
Two large, fabulous ballrooms, www.mendenhallinn.com
Capacity: 275 (dinner), 275 (buffet), 1,000 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $80+
Advanced booking: 12-18 months
Hours: noon-4 p.m., 5 p.m.-10 p.m.
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: patio    

Nassau Valley Vineyard
Lewes, 645-9463
Views of the vineyard or art gallery, www.nassauvalley.com
Capacity: 350 (dinner), 350 (buffet), 400 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: varies
Advanced booking: 6-12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Penn Oaks Golf Club
West Chester, Pa., (610) 399-0501
Elegant ballroom, brick fireplace and patio,  www.pennoaksgolfclub.com
Capacity: 225 (dinner), 225 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $45+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: day or evening
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Venus on the Half Shell
Dewey Beach, 227-3888
Bayside and beach locations, www.deweybeachlife.com
Capacity: 200 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call
Advanced booking: 12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

State Room at the Heritage Inn
Rehoboth Beach, 644-0600
Elegant ballroom, gazebos, www.rehobothheritage.com
Capacity: 140 (dinner), 125 (buffet), 170 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $59+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: until midnight
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Sheraton Dover Hotel
Dover, 674-9170
Sunlit atrium, photo balcony, www.sheratondover.com
Capacity: 500 (dinner), 500 (buffet), 750 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call
Advanced booking:  flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: four
Outdoor reception area: no    

Sheraton Suites
Wilmington, 576-8009
New ballroom, inclusive package, www.sheraton.com/suiteswilmington
Capacity: 200 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 235 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $80-$100
Advanced booking: 6-12 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Ed Oliver House
Wilmington, 575-1990
Overlooks golf course, city skyline, www.edolivergolfclub.com
Capacity: 200 (dinner), 200 (buffet), 200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: call
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: until 11 p.m.
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: deck        

University & Whist Club
Wilmington, 658-5125
Elegant, intimate, historical, www.universityandwhistclub.com
Capacity: 150 (dinner), 125 (buffet), 200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $95+
Advanced booking: 6 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Waterfall Banquet Center
Claymont, 792-2600
Upscale banquet-reception hall, www.waterfallbanquets.com
Capacity: 450 (dinner), 350 (buffet), 1,200 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $70+
Advanced booking: 6-18 months
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: yes    

Wild Quail Golf & Country Club
Wyoming, 697-4660
Elegant dining surrounded by golf course, www.wildquail.net
Capacity: 220 (dinner), 220 (buffet), 400 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $53+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes

Winterthur Museum and Country Estate
Winterthur, 888-4804
Glass pavilion, famous gardens, www.winterthurweddings.org
Capacity: 300 (dinner), 300 (buffet), 400 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $105+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: after 6:30 p.m.
No. of simultaneous receptions: two
Outdoor reception area: yes    

White Clay Creek Country Club
Wilmington, 994-2521
Beautiful facility on golf course, www.whiteclaycreekcc.com
Capacity: 250 (dinner), 250 (buffet), 250 (cocktail)
Cost per person or rental fee: $89+
Advanced booking: flexible
Hours: flexible
No. of simultaneous receptions: one
Outdoor reception area: yes