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Danversport Yacht Club Wedding, Danvers MA

Wedding at Danversport Yacht Club

Danversport Yacht Club weddings have been the heart of this venue for the past 50 years. It has seen everything from large weddings to small elopements, and each time it has never disappointed.

The gorgeous water views at this north of Boston wedding venue are enough reason to choose this location for your special day. New England pulls out its very best with this one and allows you to have the time of your life while celebrating with your family and friends. 

Venues

Danversport Yacht Club weddings can take place at one of the three locations at this waterfront wedding venue. Each is elegant and versatile and includes the beloved waterfront. Everyone also includes an outdoor wedding ceremony area and mingling area for guests. The club offers catering services, a big menu, and many different wedding packages: premium dinner packages, especially appetizers, featured cocktails, dessert stations, and late-night snacks. 

The three different locations are:

The Harborview Ballroom: This is the largest event space and can hold up to 650 guests. It has stunning waterfront views.

The Terrace Ballroom and Waterfront Room: This classic ballroom holds up to 200 guests, and 300 guests if paired with the Waterfront Room. 

Cocktail hour at the Danverport Yacht Club patio

The Lighthouse Point: This is geared towards smaller weddings and can hold up to 90 guests. It includes a private dining room with a dance floor and courtyard.

A wedding reception in the Lighthouse Point Room at the Danverport Yacht Club

On-Site Ceremonies Options

The Danversport Yacht Club wedding ceremony locations offer a gorgeous views of the harbor. The ceremony includes set up and break down, a wedding coordinator, rehearsal, garden chairs, ceremony time, and an optional refreshments station.

There are three options for an on-site ceremony:

Pergola: Behind the waterfalls and gardens lies the Pergola ceremony site. With the arbor as a gorgeous backdrop, this is a picture-perfect spot to say your vows. 

Wedding ceremony location at Danversport Yacht Club.

Gazebo: Overlooking the Porter River is the gazebo ceremony site. Enjoy the garden and waterfront views
Inside: If you prefer an indoor option, many of the reception sites can also be converted into a ceremony location. 

Wedding Menus

Danversport Yacht Club wedding staff handles the food, so you don’t have to worry about it. They serve first-class meals that extend farther than just taste. From attention to detail to outstanding flavors, you will be amazed by everything the chef offers to your big day. Have the entire kitchen and staff at your disposal who will prioritize you and the needs of your guests.

They have many different popular menus for weddings. With your event coordinator, you can personalize the meals to whatever you need. They accommodate for allergies and gluten intolerance.

Some of the menus they offer include:

  • Wedding Dinner Package

  • Wedding Brunch

  • Post Wedding Brunch

  • Late Night Snacks

  • Hors D'oeuvres

  • Wedding Desserts

  • Specialty Appetizers

  • Premium Beverage Service

  • Wine Service

Rehearsal Dinner

Have your rehearsal dinner at Danversport. Its multiple waterfront venues and spaces allow you to have the dinner of your dreams at virtually any size. A popular option is to have a dinner in the ten or patio, which offers amazing views and atmosphere. You can choose from a buffet-style or a sit-down, with many menu options. 

Post-Wedding Brunch

Want to celebrate even after the wedding? Have a post-wedding brunch at the club and dine in luxury. This three-hour meal holds an assorted juice station, coffee bar, and assorted pastries of all kinds. Enjoy the bagel station, fresh cut fruit, french toast, breakfast potatoes, and bacon. 

There are also additional selections to choose from such as scrambled eggs with cheddar and scallions, quiche, eggs benedict, and cream cheese blintzes with strawberries. Top it all off with any of the extras such as asparagus with hollandaise sauce, a waffle station, omelets, smoked salmon display, and a fresh fruit smoothie station. 

Wedding Desserts

There are so many wonderful desserts to choose from and Danversport has every kind of choice from unique to classic. A few delights include:

  • Cannoli Bar 

  • Chocolate Fountain

  • Venetian Sweet Table

  • Ice Cream Sundae Buffet

  • Make Whoopie

  • Carved Fresh Fruit

  • Cappuccino and Espresso Bar

  • Coffee Station

Late Night Snacks

Have some fun and offer exciting snacks later in the evening. People will be tired and hungry after dancing the night away, and this is a great way to get their energy going. They offer the following:

  • Danversport’s Cheeseburger Sliders

  • Chicken Fingers and Fries

  • Philly Cheese Steak

  • Pulled Pork on a Brioche Roll

  • Jumbo Lump Maryland Style Crab Cake Sliders 

  • New England Lobster Rolls

Specialty Appetizers

Add some zest to your wedding with some fun appetizers. Choose something you’d never have any other time and just go to town. The yacht club offers unbelievable choices like:

  • Charcuterie Display

  • Plated Antipasto

  • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Shooter 

  • Herb Crusted Lamb Chop

  • Lobster Martini 

  • Seared Tuna Wonton

  • Little Neck Clams

  • Oysters

  • Jumbo Shrimp

  • Lobster Tails 

  • Jonah Crab Claws 

Hors D’oeuvres

Hors D’oeuvres are the peak of fancy, and Danversport delivers with them. You have the following options:

  • Artisanal Cheese Arrangement 

  • Vegetable Crudité Arrangement

  • Both Artisanal Cheese and Vegetable Crudité Arrangements

  • Classic Hors D’oeuvres Package

  • Deluxe Hors D’oeuvres Package

Wine and Bottle Service

Deciding whether or not to serve alcohol at a Danverport Yacht Club wedding is important due to the cost. If you are compelled to serve alcohol at your wedding, Danversport offers a wine and bottle service. They have various tiers:

  1. First Tier - Included in Deluxe Open Bar

  • Pinot Grigio

  • Ecco Domani 

  • Rosé

  • Decoy 

  • Sauvignon Blanc

  • Wither Hills

  • Chardonnay

  • Proverb Pinot Noir

  • Murphy-Goode Malbec

  • Trivento “Riserva” Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Chateau Souverain 

  1. Second Tier

  • Pinot Grigio

  • Ca’ Montini Rose' JCB 

  • Sauvignon Blanc

  • Kim Crawford Chardonnay

  • Kendall Jackson Pinot Noir

  • La Crema Red Blend

  • Ghost Pines Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Louis Martini

  1. Third Tier -

  • Pinot Grigio

  • Livio Felluga Sancerre

  • Pascal Jolivet 

  • Sauvignon Blanc. Hall Rose’ Miraval “Cotes De Provence” Chardonnay, 

  • Jordan

  • Pinot Noir

  • Meomi Red Blend

  • Stag’s Leap

  • “Hands of Time” Cabernet Sauvignon

  • Justin

The History of Danversport Yacht Club

Joseph DeLorenzo started out as a sheet metal fabricator and began his career as an entrepreneur. In the 1970s he started his own metal fabrication company called Del-West, Inc. He had always wanted to build a huge dance hall where people could gather and have a good time, and such the seeds were planted for Danversport Yacht Club.

Joe and his wife Barbara bought the 19 acres in 1969 and despite being on a tight budget, was able to create a beautiful masterpiece, while still being resourceful. A year later, on December 6, 1970 was the grand opening of the Danversport Yacht Club where there was dancing, dining, and cocktails with the whole community along the harbor. 

Flash forward to now, and it is still as beautiful as when it was first built, with many different types of events being hosted. From weddings to birthday celebrations, it is a classic and timeless venue. 

Staff Members

While at a Danversport Yacht Club wedding, the staff treats you and your guests like royalty. They help you along the way and guide you when you don’t know where to go. With tons of combined experience and a passion for bringing your wedding dreams to fruition, the entire staff will do everything possible to ensure your day goes off without a hitch. This family-run business takes care of its guests and puts them first always. You can be guaranteed that your wedding is in safe hands.

Wedding Photos From a Danverport Yacht Club

Address: 161 Elliott St, Danvers, MA 01923

phone: (978) 774-8622

 

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