ACE Conference Center
Lafayette Hill, Pa., (610) 825-8000, aceconferencecenter.com.
Located on 310 acres of rolling hills. Capacity: 250 dinner, 250 buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: $130+

Arsht Hall
Wilmington, 573-4401, udel.edu/conferences.
Garden and terrace.
Capacity: 180 dinner, 170 buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: $83-$127

Bella Vita at Cavaliers Country Club
Newark, 731-5600, bellavitaccc.net.
Check out the Founder’s Room.
Capacity: 350 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Rates:  $80.95-$97

Bellevue Hall
Wilmington, 761-6952, destateparks.com.
Elegant estate home, gardens, gazebo.
Capacity: 150 dinner, buffet, 250 cocktails. Rate: $3,650

Bentley’s Banquet Facility
Elkton, Md., (410) 398-3252, bentleysrestaurant.cc.
Five banquet halls offer flexibility.
Capacity: 200 dinner, 175 buffet, 500 cocktails. Rates: $100+

Brandywine Catering by Pace One
Thornton, Pa., (610) 459-3705, paceone.net,
Historic stone barn and terrace.
Capacity: 175 dinner, 225 buffet, 250 cocktails. Call for rates.

Brandywine Country Club
Wilmington, 478-2110, brandywinecountryclub.net.
Upscale club minutes from I-95.
Capacity: 300 dinner, buffet, cocktails.

Brandywine River Museum
Chadds Ford, Pa., (610) 388-8112, brandywinerivermuseum.com.
Museum in historic mill. Wyeth art.
Capacity: 120 dinner, 170 buffet, 600 cocktails. Rates: $4,000+

Brantwyn Estate at the DuPont Country Club
Wilmington, 421-1730, dupontcountryclub.com.
Renovated Georgian estate home in beautiful Rockland.
Capacity: 160 dinner, 180 buffet, 180 cocktails. Rates: $99+

Carriage House at Holiday Inn
West Chester, Pa., (610) 692-1900, hiwestchester.com.
Elegantly renovated ballroom. Capacity: 250 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Call for rates.

The Carriage House at Rockwood Park
4671 Washington St. Extension, Wilmington, 472-2433, greenerycaterers.com.
A unique historic setting inside or outside the restored and expanded carriage house.
Capacity: 225 with dance floor, 250 without dance floor, 350 cocktails. Rates: $70-$110

Chase Center on the Riverfront
Wilmington, 425-3929, centerontheriverfront.com.
Large and small ballrooms. Capacity: 900 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Rates: $110+

Chesapeake Inn Restaurant
Chesapeake City, Md., (410) 885-2040, chesapeakeinn.com.
Spectacular canal view. Fiber optic ceiling like you’re under the stars.
Capacity: 200 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Rates: $77+

Christiana Memorial Hall
Christiana, 731-0237, christianafc.org.
Newly renovated facility, ballroom setting, full-service bar.
Capacity: 300 dinner, buffet, 400 cocktails. Call for rates.

The Clarion Hotel
New Castle, 428-1000, clarionbelle.com.
Elegant Golden Belle and Charleston Belle ballroom are minutes from Wilmington.
Capacity: 320 dinner, buffet, 400 cocktails. Rates: $65-$95

Clayton Hall
Newark, 831-2214, udel.edu/conf/clayton.htm.
Unique UD campus setting, beautiful, spacious ballroom.
Capacity: 600 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Call for rates.

Clubhouse at Baywood Greens
Long Neck, 945-8884, baywoodgreens.com.
Beautiful setting, exceptional cuisine, personalized service.
Capacity: 220 dinner, buffet, 250 cocktails. Rates: $75+

Concordville Inn
Concordville, Pa., (610) 459-2230, concordville.com.
Stunning grounds, three gazebos, fountains.
Capacity: 350 dinner, buffet, 500 cocktails. Rates: $68.95-$138.95

Courtyard Marriott Newark at the University of Delaware
Newark, 737-0900, udel.edu/hotel.
Accommodations, catering.
Capacity 125 dinner, buffet, 250 cocktails. Rates: $75-$125

Cordrey Center
Millsboro, 682-9080, thecordreycenter.com.
Come take a tour of this hidden secret garden treasure.
Capacity: 150 dinner, buffet, 250 cocktails. Call for rates.

Deerfield
Newark, 368-6640, deerfieldgolfclub.com.
Amazing cuisine, courteous service, extraordinary views.
Capacity: 450 dinner, buffet, 650 cocktails. Rates: $75-$140

Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts
Wilmington, 656-6466, thedcca.org.
Restored factory building, dramatic architectural details, vaulted ceilings.
Capacity: 180 dinner, buffet, 300 cocktails. Call for rates.

Delaware Center for Horticulture
Wilmington, 658-6262, thedch.org.
Indoor, outdoor events, beautiful gardens.
Capacity: 200 dinner, buffet, 250 cocktails..

DiFebo’s Bistro on the Green at Bear Trap Dunes
7 Clubhouse Drive, Ocean View, 537-6100, difebos.com.
Breathtaking golf-course view.
Capacity: 180 dinner, 200 buffet, cocktails. Rates: $65-$150

Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Wilmington
4727 Concord Pike, 478-6000, doubletreewilmington.com.
Beautifully renovated, modern facility.
Capacity: 330 dinner, buffet, 500 cocktails. Rates: $90+

Doubletree Hotel Downtown
700 N. King St., Wilmington, 655-0400, doubletree.hilton.com.
Newly renovated grand ballroom, spacious accommodations.
Capacity: 650 dinner, 550 buffet, 1,000 cocktails. Call for rates.

Dover Downs Hotel
Dover, (866) 376-2425, doverdowns.com.
Elegant 18,000-square-foot ballroom with 22-foot ceiling.
Capacity: 1,000 dinner, 800 buffet, 1,500 cocktails. Call for rates.

The Duncan Center
Dover, 674-3031, theduncancenter.com.
Affordable, elegant, courteous.
Capacity: 410 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Rates: $15-$79+

DuPont Country Club
Wilmington, 594-3122, dupontcountryclub.com.
Ballrooms, glass terrace on golf course.
Capacity: 250 dinner, 200 buffet, 350 cocktails. Rates: $99+

Embassy Suites Hotel
Newark, 368-8000, newark.embassysuites.com.
Elegant setting, six-story atrium.
Capacity: 180 dinner, buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: $100+

The Evergreens
Newark, 737-2336, newarkseniorcenter.com.
Features a spacious hall with natural light and a stage.
Capacity: 200 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Rates $675 for five hours.

The Executive Banquet and Conference Center
Newark, 731-1800, executivebanquets.com.
State-of-the-art banquet facility by the Capozzoli family.
Capacity: 425 dinner, 400 banquet, 950 cocktails. Rates: $85-$104

The Farmhouse
Wilmington, 999-8477, thefarmhousede.com.
Come to the farmhouse, where you’re treated like family.
Capacity: 150 dinner, banquet, 175 cocktails. Rates: $500 fee plus $71+

The Greathouse at Loch Nairn
Avondale, Pa. (610) 268-2235, lochnairn.com.
“A jewel in the country.” Cathedral ceilings, wood floors, Oriental rugs, overlooks the golf course.
Capacity: 190 dinner, 150 banquet, 250 cocktails. Rates: vary

Greenbank Mill & Philips Farm
Wilmington, 999-9001, greenbankmill.org.
Historic grist mill, water wheel.
Capacity: 75 dinner, 80 buffet, cocktails. Rates: $500

Greenville Country Club
Wilmington, 658-3943, greenvillecc.com.
Private club in historic mansion.
Capacity: 250 dinner, buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: vary

Hagley Museum and Library
Wilmington, 658-2400 ext. 203, hagley.org.
Make your own history at Hagley.
Capacity: 120 dinner, buffet, 200 cocktails. Rates: $800-$3,500 plus catering.

Harry’s Savoy Ballroom
Wilmington, 475-3000, harrysweddings.com.
Elegant ballroom, patio room with private outdoor courtyard, gas lamps and a romantic fireplace.
Capacity: 216 dinner, buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: $85-$187

Hartefeld National Golf Club
Avondale, Pa., (610) 268-8800, hartefeld.com.
Classic setting, rolling hills, veranda on pond.
Capacity: 200 dinner, buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: $90-$150

Henlopen Hotel—Salero
Rehoboth Beach, 227-8630, saleroonthebeach.com.
Oceanfront roof-top, great menu.
Capacity: 175 dinner, buffet, 200 cocktails. Rates: $90-$115

Heritage Shores Club
One Heritage Shores Circle, Bridgeville, 337-9910 ext. 316, heritageshoresgolf.com.
Beautiful clubhouse with golf course views.
Capacity: 300 dinner, buffet, 500 cocktails. Rates: $35-$75

Hilton Garden Inn
Kennett Square, Pa., (610) 444-9100, kennettsquare.hgi.com.
Menu for any budget.
Capacity: 100 dinner, buffet, 150 cocktails. Rates: $18-$34

Hilton Wilmington/Christiana
Newark, 454-1500, hiltonestate.com.
Cocktail area overlooks gazebo and newly renovated, elegant hotel.
Capacity: 180 dinner, buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: $100+

Hockessin Memorial Hall
Hockessin, 239-5279, hockessinmemorialhall.com.
Elegant ballroom, large dance floor.
Capacity: 350 dinner, buffet, 400 cocktails. Call for rates.

Holiday Inn Select
Claymont, 792-2700, hiselect.com/cym-wilmington.
Elegant ballroom near airport.
Capacity: 400 dinner, buffet, 700 cocktails. Rates: $94+

Hotel du Pont
Wilmington, 594-3122, hoteldupont.com.
Historic landmark, stunning architecture, Old World tradition—elegance defined.
Capacity: 300 dinner, 350 cocktails. Rates: $102

The Italian American Club
Kennett Square, Pa. (610) 444-9991, iaclkennett.com.
Affordable, elegant, customized.
Capacity: 200 dinner, 250 buffet, 270 cocktails. Rates: $24+

J.G. Cook’s Riverview Inn
Pennsville, N.J., (856) 678-3700, riverviewinn.net.
Riverside terrace with gazebo.
Capacity: 250 dinner, buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: $76.95+

Maple Dale Country Club
Dover, 674-4951 ext. 2, mapledaleclub.com.
Elegant ballroom, renovated clubhouse.
Capacity: 175 dinner, 200 buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: vary

Mendenhall Inn
Mendenhall, Pa., (610) 388-2100, mendenhallinn.com.
Two large, fabulous ballrooms.
Capacity: 275 dinner, 275 buffet, 350 cocktails. Rates: $69-$144

Nassau Valley Vineyard
Lewes, 645-9463, nassauvalley.com.
Views of the vineyard or art gallery.
Capacity: 350 dinner, 400 buffet, 500 cocktails. Rates: vary

Penn Oaks Golf Club
West Chester, Pa., (610) 399-0501, pennoaksgolfclub.com.
Recently renovated.
Capacity: 500 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Rates: $67+

The Phoenix
Boothwyn, Pa., (610) 497-2361, ballroomatthephoenix.com.
Beautifully appointed.
Capacity: 490 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Rates: $55+

Plate Catering
Bethany Beach, 644-1200, plate-catering.com.
Always fresh, always affordable.
Capacity: 75-150 dinner, buffet, cocktails. Rates: $50-$110

Sheraton Dover Hotel
Dover, 674-9170, sheratondover.com.
Sunlit atrium, photo balcony.
Capacity: 600 dinner, buffet, 900 cocktails. Call for rates.

Sheraton Suites
Wilmington, 576-8009, sheraton.com/suiteswilmington.
New ballroom, inclusive package.
Capacity: 180 dinner, buffet, 300 cocktails. Rates: $72+

State Room at the Heritage Inn
Rehoboth Beach, 644-0600, rehobothheritage.com.
Elegant ballroom, gazebos.
Capacity: 110 dinner, buffet, 170 cocktails. Rates: $59.95+

Tyler’s Party Room
Wilmington, 528-6440, tylerspartyroom.com.
Capacity:  80 dinner, buffet, 120 cocktails. Rates: $15-25

University & Whist Club
Wilmington, 658-5125, universityandwhistclub.com.
Elegant, intimate, historical.
Capacity: 150 dinner, 100 buffet, 200 cocktails. Rates: $94+

Venus on the Half Shell
Dewey Beach, 227-3888, deweybeachlife.com.
Bayside and beach locations.
Capacity: 125 dinner, 200 buffet, 250 cocktails. Rates: $90-$125 plus gratuity

Waterfall Banquet Center
Claymont, 792-2600, waterfallbanquets.com.
Upscale banquet-reception hall.
Capacity: 350 dinner, 300 buffet, 700 cocktails. Rates: $75+

White Clay Creek Country Club
Wilmington, 994-2521 ext. 7212, whiteclaycreekcc.com.
Beautiful facility on golf course.
Capacity: 250 dinner, 180 buffet, 250 cocktails. Rates: $98+

Wild Quail Golf & Country Club
Wyoming, 697-4660, wildquail.net.
Elegant dining surrounded by a golf course.
Capacity: 200 dinner, buffet, 350 cocktails. Call for rates.

Winterthur Museum and Country Estate
Wilmington, 888-4600, winterthurweddings.org.
Glass pavilion, famous gardens.
Capacity: 300 dinner, buffet, 400 cocktails. Rates: $105+