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Couples from Philadelphia, South Jersey, Wilmington, and across Delaware choose The Waterfall because we make wedding planning easier. Our team handles the major details, including catering, cake, lighting, and the day’s flow, so you do not have to manage every aspect on your own.
The Waterfall in Delaware accommodates weddings for up to 800 guests across two distinct ballrooms with outdoor gardens, marble water features, and indoor ceremony options with room-flip capability during cocktail hour. All-inclusive packages cover catering with over 30 passed hors d’oeuvres, a four-course dinner, dessert stations, customized lighting, and wedding cake, while outside caterers are permitted for cultural celebrations including Indian weddings.
We offer indoor and outdoor ceremony options, two ballrooms, outdoor gardens, and an all-inclusive wedding experience designed for couples who want a well-planned celebration without juggling too many vendors.
What It Actually Means to Book an All-Inclusive Venue
At The Waterfall, all-inclusive means more than reserving a ballroom. Our team manages the main details of your wedding, including catering, cake, lighting, and the event flow.
You Choose Key Vendors, We Help With the Rest
You choose your photographer, DJ, and florist, and our team handles many of the major details of your wedding package, such as catering, customized lighting, and the wedding cake. For cultural weddings or specific menu needs, outside caterers may also be discussed during planning.
That makes planning easier. You have fewer moving pieces to track, and our team helps keep the day organized from the first tour to the final send-off.
The Day Flows Without You Having to Push It
We host both outdoor and indoor ceremonies. The landscaped gardens, with marble water fountains, columns, a gazebo, and a bridge, are a popular choice for ceremonies and photos. When the weather does not allow for an outdoor ceremony, we can host the ceremony indoors in the reception space. During cocktail hour, the space can be flipped back for the reception, giving couples a clear backup plan without having to move the wedding to another location.
After the ceremony, guests move through the arched French doors into the rotunda, past the handmade blown glass chandelier, and into the cocktail space. There, the skylight and onyx stone bar wall help create a polished setting for the next part of the celebration. The layout helps the day move naturally from ceremony to cocktail hour and reception.
Cocktail Hour With Plenty for Guests to Enjoy
Our wedding menu includes more than 30 passed hors d’oeuvres and a wide range of station options. Consisting of choices like pasta, carving selections, Korean barbecue, Taste of India, Caribbean dishes, and more, the cocktail hour gives guests plenty to enjoy before dinner begins.
We also work with outside caterers for couples who want to incorporate cultural cuisine. Indian weddings and other niche traditions where the food is central to the celebration are something we accommodate. If that applies to you, bring it up early so we can plan accordingly.
Dinner, and Then Dessert That Earns Its Own Conversation
Our dinner service includes a four-course meal with many menu options. Some of our most popular entree selections include Champagne Chicken with honey grape beurre blanc, Beef Short Ribs with roasted garlic and plum tomatoes, and Cedar Plank Jerk Style Salmon. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are also available. We source ingredients locally whenever possible, and we use high-quality produce and meats across everything we prepare.
Dessert is another part of the experience guests often remember. The wedding menu includes options such as the Viennese table, Belgian waffle and ice cream station, chocolate fountain, cheesecake bar, flambe station, milkshake and root beer float station, and international coffee bar. It is the kind of food experience guests tend to remember.
The Staff Who Actually Run Your Day
Your wedding team may include a Maitre’D, a bridal attendant, a captain, and event coordinators who help keep the day moving. They work with your vendors, guide transitions, and help make sure you can stay focused on your guests instead of the timeline.
Many reviews mention the staff, service, food, and how supported couples felt throughout the day. That is one of the biggest reasons couples from Philadelphia, South Jersey, Wilmington, and across Delaware continue to choose The Waterfall.
Conclusion
The Waterfall can accommodate up to 800 guests across the full property. With two distinct ballrooms, outdoor garden areas, indoor ceremony options, full menu service, and an experienced event team, it is a strong choice for couples coming from Philadelphia, South Jersey, Wilmington, and across Delaware.
Download our wedding pricing guide or call us at 302.792.2600 to schedule your tour.
FAQs
Can we bring in an outside caterer?
Yes. We work with outside caterers for couples incorporating cultural cuisine, including Indian weddings and other niche food traditions. Mention it early so we can plan accordingly.
What if the weather doesn’t allow for an outdoor ceremony?
We can host your ceremony indoors in the reception space. The team can flip the room back during cocktail hour so the reception can continue smoothly.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?
The entire property accommodates up to 800 guests. The Grand Ballroom holds up to 500, and the Cascade Ballroom up to 325. Each ballroom has its own outdoor garden, private restrooms, and a private suite.
When should we reach out about the wedding cake?
Contact our partner bakeries a minimum of four months before your wedding date to schedule your tasting and design consultation.