When we opened our doors, we wanted to create a place where couples could stop worrying and start celebrating. We knew Delaware brides needed a venue where the answer was always yes, where the details didn’t fall on their shoulders, and where every part of the day flowed without the couple lifting a finger. That vision became The Waterfall, and it’s why brides across Wilmington, Philadelphia, South Jersey, and beyond continue to choose us for their special day.
Delaware brides choose The Waterfall because it offers all-inclusive wedding packages, two distinct ballrooms, private gardens, and coordinated planning that reduces stress. Catering, lighting, cake, and event management are handled in-house, allowing couples to focus on select vendors while enjoying a seamless ceremony and reception experience.
What Delaware Brides Love About The Waterfall
Delaware brides tell us they love knowing everything’s handled under one roof. You’re not juggling ten vendors or second-guessing timeline decisions. Our all-inclusive packages cover catering, lighting, your cake, and coordination while you focus on photographer, DJ, and florist choices. From the moment you book until your last guest leaves with a wrapped sandwich, our team anticipates what you need before you ask.
Two Ballrooms, Two Completely Different Styles
You’re not locked into one look here. The Grand Ballroom holds up to 500 guests and feels like stepping into a European palace. Those Roman Corinthian marble columns stretch up to 14-foot ceilings, crystal chandeliers catch the light, and your guests will dance on 1,100 square feet of marble. Intelligent lighting shifts to match your color theme and mood. When your guests want to move outside, the Grand Ballroom Patio with our signature waterfall becomes the backdrop everyone remembers.
The Cascade Ballroom seats up to 325 and brings natural light through custom arched French doors. The hand-carved marble oval dance floor sits under draped ceiling accents and Tiffany details that soften the whole space. We call it the Crown Jewel because brides tell us they’ve never seen anything like it in Delaware. The manicured outdoor gardens right next to the Cascade work for ceremonies, cocktails, or just a quiet moment with your new spouse before the reception kicks off.
Both ballrooms come with their own outdoor garden, private restrooms, and a private suite where you can get ready or escape for a few minutes when you need to breathe.
We Handle Everything So You Don’t Have To
Our all-inclusive packages mean you pick three vendors and we do the rest. You choose your photographer, your DJ, and your florist. We take care of catering, customized lighting, and your handcrafted wedding cake. From the ceremony to the last dance, our event coordinators walk you through every decision and then execute it on the day. Your cocktail hour includes live attended culinary stations and more than 30 different passed hors d’oeuvres. Then we serve a four-course gourmet dinner with entrée options that range from Champagne chicken topped with Boursin cheese to Chilean sea bass with roasted red pepper beurre blanc.
Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are always available, and our Executive Chef sources ingredients locally whenever possible. After dinner, we roll out staffed dessert displays. The Viennese Table, chocolate fountain, flambe station, and Belgian waffle bar come standard. You won’t find another venue in Delaware that wraps this much into one package.
A Flow That Makes Sense From Ceremony to Send Off
Our outdoor gardens work beautifully for ceremonies. Marble water fountains, columns, a gazebo, and a bridge give you multiple backdrops for photos. Once your guests move inside, they pass through a rotunda with a handmade blown-glass chandelier and step into the cocktail room.
That room has 18-foot ceilings, an endless skylight, and a glowing onyx stone wall behind the bar. It feels like a completely different space from the ballroom, so the transition from cocktails to dinner feels intentional, not rushed.
When it’s time for dinner, your guests walk into whichever ballroom you’ve chosen, and the night unfolds without anyone scrambling to figure out what happens next. We know how to keep things moving without making it feel like you’re on a schedule.
The Same Team Behind The Arts Ballroom, The Merion, and The Grand Marquis
We share ownership with three other venues: The Arts Ballroom in Philadelphia, The Merion in Cinnaminson, and The Grand Marquis in Old Bridge. That experience shows up in how our team anticipates problems before they happen and adjusts on the fly without you noticing. Our bridal attendants, captains, and maître d’ have seen every possible wedding day curveball, and they handle it quietly while you enjoy your celebration.
Conclusion
If you’re looking for a Delaware wedding venue that lets you show up and enjoy the day instead of managing it, we’d love to show you around. Walk through both ballrooms, see the outdoor gardens, and ask us anything. We’ll explain exactly what’s included and how we’ll make your wedding feel effortless.
Call us at 302.792.2600 or inquire now to schedule your tour.
FAQs
How far in advance should we book The Waterfall?
We recommend reaching out as soon as you have a date in mind. Popular wedding dates, especially in spring and fall, fill up quickly. Once you tour the venue and decide to move forward, we’ll walk you through the next steps and lock in your date.
Do you allow outside vendors?
Our all-inclusive packages mean we handle catering, lighting, and your wedding cake through our partner bakeries. You choose your photographer, DJ, and florist. We work with those vendors smoothly on the day of your wedding to make sure everything flows without gaps or confusion.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are always available. Let us know about any specific dietary needs during your planning meetings, and we’ll make sure your guests are taken care of.
What happens if we need to adjust our guest count?
Guest counts shift as RSVPs come in. Stay in touch with your event coordinator, and we’ll adjust staffing, seating, and food quantities accordingly. The Grand Ballroom holds up to 500 guests, and the Cascade Ballroom accommodates up to 325, so we have flexibility depending on which space you choose.