Aquarium and Zoo Wedding Venues in Lower Gwynedd, PA

When you plan your next event at Elmwood Park Zoo, not only do you treat your guests to a highly interactive experience at the most unique event venue in the Greater Philadelphia area, but you also support an important nonprofit organization. The zoo is centrally located in Montgomery County and is easily accessible to guests from Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Philadelphia Counties. From intimate affairs with your closest loved ones, to all-out bashes with every far-flung friend and relative, Elmwood Park Zoo is your choice for the most unique and exciting wedding venue.

We have 45 yachts in our fleet sailing from NY & NJ. They are ideal for groups of 12 to 1,200 guests. We appeal to the couple who is looking for something unique and festive, yet classy. We are definitely not cookie-cutter. You and your guests will enjoy dining, dancing, sightseeing and celebrating while sailing on the Hudson Harbor. Our wedding packages include a number of amenities, which differ from boat to boat.

Enjoy aquatic sea life and interact with animals including African Penguins. We provide services that go beyond expectations from outstanding food and beverage service to one of a kind animal experiences. We are dedicated to making your special day a unique and memorable experience. Currents Ballroom has floor to ceiling windows to 550,000-gallon Shark Realm Exhibit. Foyer cocktails have views of the Philadelphia Skyline and Delaware River. Currents Ballroom accommodates ceremonies and receptions for 250. South Seas is host to exhibts including little blue penguins, stingrays, sea turtles and sharks. Ocean Realm Theater is a spectacular backdrop for ceremonies. Guests enjoy cocktails as they explore Sea Turtle Cove, Phiranha Falls, Pirates Cove and 750,000 gallon Ocean Realm Exhibit. Guests dance under a mobile of 1000 fish in the Rotunda and enjoy the Delaware River and the Philadelphia Skyline from the balcony. The South Seas accommodates ceremonies and receptions for 175.

World Cafe Live is a nonprofit independent music venue located in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia. Many people know us for concerts, but we also host weddings, parties, culinary events, music education programs, free community programming, meetings, conferences, and much more. With three floors and two separate spaces, World Cafe Live is a one-stop shop for special events of all types. Our dedicated team will help you create the event of your dreams down to the smallest details. We can provide you with unparalleled event planning services, including customizable menus, state-of-the-art production, and flexible floorplans.

Beachfront in the heart of Ocean City sits our iconic Resort, a hideaway on the Atlantic Ocean where families come to play. Go for a stroll along the coast, spend the day lounging poolside in our 4-story tropical atrium, or pay a visit to our award-winning Spa – then meet us at one of our restaurants for your choice cocktail as you recount the day’s adventures from a seat around the fire. Picture yourself standing with your love, reciting your vows on the beach as you and your guests look out at the Atlantic Ocean. Or, if a ballroom is more your style, imagine saying “I do” in our recently remodeled ballroom. Share your wedding-day vision and we’ll help you bring it to life.

Located on Penn’s Landing, the Independence Seaport Museum can answer all of your needs to make your event exceptional. We love opening our Museum galleries, historic ships, and facility at large to welcome your guests into an experience they will remember for years to come. From exuberant family celebrations to sophisticated cocktail hours, we can tailor our offerings to your rental. Our Museum boasts two floors of exhibits, a large ballroom and terrace, outdoor and indoor spaces with riverfront views, a 400-plus-seat theater, and National Historic Landmark ship Cruiser Olympia, all of which can be used for your event.