The Grove by the River
Premiere Banquet Facility, Campground, and Community Park
reception
packages
The Grove by the River is a full-service venue, meaning we offer everything you need to host a beautiful and unforgettable wedding or special event. Whether you are looking for a specific look or customizable menu options, we’ve got you covered. For any special requests you might have, we’ve got the services and connections around Newark to make them happen.
Saturday Wedding Receptions | 2500
5 Hour Set-up on Friday
3 hours for Finishing Touches on Saturday
7 Hour Reception on Saturday
Table and Chair Setup for up to 200
Head Table for Bridal Party
Buffet Tables
Additional Charges for Beverage/Bar Service
Sunday Wedding Receptions | 1000
5 Hour Set-up on Sunday Morning
6 Hour Reception on Sunday Afternoon
Table and Chair Setup for up to 200
Head Table for Bridal Party
Buffet Tables
Additional Charges for Beverage Service
Weekday Wedding Receptions | 1500
Available Tuesday - Thursday
5 Hour Set-up Day Prior
3 hours for Finishing Touches on the Big Day
7 Hour Reception Tuesday - Thursday
Table and Chair Setup for up to 200
Head Table for Bridal Party
Buffet Tables
Additional Charges for Beverage/Bar Service
Small Wedding Receptions | 500
Available Sunday - Thursday
4 Hour Reception
We Provide ALL Table Decorations!
Table and Chair Setup for up to 50
Buffet Tables and Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Ceremony
packages
The Grove offers everything you’ll need to create a beautiful wedding ceremony to remember forever. We’ll be here every step of the way to make sure everything turns out just the way you like. You can trust us with the details and planning so you can relax and enjoy yourself. We guarantee you won’t be disappointed.
Maple Ceremony Package | 800
Choice of Patio or River Deck
Two (2) Hour Rental
Weather Contingency Plan
Up to 100 Chairs
High Peak White Wedding Tent (at river deck only).
Birch Ceremony Package | 900
Choice of Patio or River Deck
Two (2) Hour Rental
Weather Contingency Plan
Up to 150 Chairs
High Peak White Wedding Tent (at river deck only)
Banquet Hall Bridal Suite
Dogwood Ceremony Package | 1000
River Deck
Two (2) Hour Rental
Weather Contingency Plan
Up to 200 Chairs
High Peak White Wedding Tent
Banquet Hall Bridal Suite
Bridal Party Golf Cart Shuttle
Dressing Room for Groom
Bridal Attendant
Small Ceremony Package | 425
Choice of Indoors or Patio
Two (2) Hour Rental
Weather Contingency Plan
Up to 50 Chairs
Grad Party
packages
Large Party Room + Patio | 1025
Five (5) Hour Rental
Up to 150 Guests
Up to 15 Round Guest Tables
Tablecloths in Ivory or Black
additional colors available for purchase
Brag Table
Food Tables (3)
Dessert Table (1)
Beverage Station with Pepsi Products
Patio Cushions (weather permitting)
AV System for Music and Slide Show
Sparkle Walls and Stage
Playground
Bring Your Own food
Catering Recommendations Available
Medium Party Room | 465
Five (5) Hour Rental
Up to 50 Guests
Up to 5 Round Guest Tables
Tablecloths in Ivory or Black
additional colors available for purchase
Brag Table
Food Tables (2)
Dessert Table (1)
Beverage Station with Pepsi Products
70" Flat Screen for Slide Show
Sparkle Accent Wall
Playground
Bring Your Own food
Catering Recommendations Available
Shelter House | 150
Six (6) Hour Rental
Up to 75 Guests
Picnic Tables (6)
Brag Table
Full Kitchen
(refrigerator, oven, sinks, and microwave)
Food Tables (2)
Fireplace with Large Brick Hearth
Large Green Space
Playground
Bring Your Own Food
Catering Recommendations Available
Playground Party | 50
Six (6) Hour Rental
Unlimited Guests
Reserved Picnic Tables on Playground
Food Tables (2)
Playground
Bring Your Own Food
Catering Recommendations Available
Do-It-Yourself
base packages for all occasions
Large Party Room + Patio
300 weekday | 600 weekend
Five (5) Hour Rental
Up to 150 Guests
Up to 15 Round Guest Tables
Food Tables (3)
Playground
Bring Your Own food
Catering Recommendations Available
Required Beverage Packaged Priced by Number of Guests
Medium Party Room
200 weekday | 350 weekend
Five (5) Hour Rental
Up to 50 Guests
Up to 5 Round Guest Tables
Food Tables (2)
Playground
Bring Your Own food
Catering Recommendations Available
Required Beverage Packaged Priced by Number of Guests
River Deck | 500
Five (5) Hour Rental
Up to 50 Guests
Up to 5 Round Guest Tables
Food Tables (2)
Playground
Bring Your Own food
Catering Recommendations Available
Restroom facilities located in the campground shower house
Playground Party | 50
Six (6) Hour Rental
Unlimited Guests
Reserved Picnic Tables on Playground
Food Tables (2)
Playground
Bring Your Own Food
Catering Recommendations Available
Restroom facilities located in the campground shower house
Shelter House | 150
Six (6) Hour Rental
Up to 75 Guests
Picnic Tables (6)
Brag Table
Full Kitchen
(refrigerator, oven, sinks, and microwave)
Food Tables (2)
Fireplace with Large Brick Hearth
Large Green Space
Playground
Bring Your Own Food
Catering Recommendations Available
Restroom facilities located in the campground shower house