The Best Small Wedding Venues in Laurel, DE

The Best Small Wedding Venues in Laurel, DE

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39 Wedding Venues in Laurel, DE

Up to 50 guests
Cambria Ocean City Bayfront Hotel and Wedding Venue 
Ocean City, MD
  • Up to 225 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $4,000

For business meetings, social events, weddings, and more, Cambria Hotel Ocean City - Bayfront is an exceptional bayside setting. In addition to outstanding catering options and an awe-inspiring waterfront location, the hotel offers over 2,400 square feet of customizable Ocean City event venues. Plus, take advantage of special group rates with the help of our on-site team.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe
  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
  • No built-in audiovisual options
  • Does not allow pets
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Pocomoke Community Center 
Pocomoke City, MD
  • Up to 400 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $5,000

The Lower Shore’s ideal setting for your special event is the versatile and accommodating Community Center at the Pocomoke City Volunteer Fire Company. The Community Center features over 11,000 square feet of space in four distinct areas designed with flexibility in mind. All areas are fully ADA compliant. The Center’s Director will assist you every step of the way from event planning through successful completion. In addition, the Auxiliary is also available as a catering option, or you may wish to hire an approved outside caterer.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Dressing room available
  • Provides setup and cleanup
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Best for events with big guest lists
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The Oaks 
Easton, MD
  • Up to 250 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $75,000

Say “I Do” on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The setting is magical and entirely yours. The Oaks and its grounds become a private preserve for you, your wedding party, and your guests. It’s all yours on the evening before, the day of, and the morning after your waterfront wedding. The meticulously landscaped grounds of our waterfront wedding venue in Maryland offer a wide variety of outdoor activities in a relaxing setting. The wedding celebration itself becomes part of enduring memories, tailored just to accommodate your preferences… and how you’ve always dreamed your wedding should be.

Why you'll love this venue

  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Provides catering services
  • Provides event staff

Venue considerations

  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
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The River House at Queenstown Harbor 
Queenstown, MD
  • Up to 125 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $7,000

Celebrate your special day at the River House at Queenstown Harbor, a picturesque waterfront wedding venue with stunning views and personalized service. Craft unforgettable memories with customized wedding packages to bring your vision to life.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers convenient lodging options
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Flexible event spaces

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
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Black Walnut Point Inn 
Tilghman, MD
  • Up to 500 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor

We're a blank slate and host weekend weddings, so estimates given are for Friday - Sunday morning. We also have 15 years experience and know how to help with all the details. Our point is surrounded by miles of water, with sunrise over the Choptank River and sunset over the Chesapeake Bay. We have no neighbors, no cut-off times, and we customize our weddings using our local vendors. We have no hidden fees. We set up meetings with your vendors and you pay them directly. Because we have one of the most unique locations, we had hosted some of the most unique weddings guests have ever attended. The privacy of our point ensures the freedom to make your day as special as you are as a couple. And with plenty of time, there is no rush enjoying the point with your friends and family.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Private area for the wedding party
  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • No all-inclusive dining options
  • Additional event staff required
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The Wylder Hotel 
Tilghman, MD
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Open house

We are a place where you can express your custom unique vision and bring your matrimonial dreams to life. There are a few different ways to celebrate your wedding weekend here at Wylder. Depending on headcount and date availability. From intimate waterfront escapes to extravagant weekend-long festivities, we have the perfect package for you! We have over 9 acres of lush grounds, 50 hotel rooms, 1100 feet of private waterfront & over 4,000 sq. feet of indoor & outdoor waterfront flexible event space for you to plan the custom wedding of your dreams!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Promotes a party atmosphere
  • All-inclusive venue packages
  • Pets can join the celebration

Venue considerations

  • No on-site bridal suite
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Lighting and sound are not included
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The Inn Of Cape May 
Cape May, NJ
  • Up to 140 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $10,000

Celebrate all of life’s most special occasions by the oceanside with friends and family. From birthdays, milestone anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, and post-bridal brunch to weddings and elegant soirees, The Inn of Cape May’s versatile spaces elevate your celebration to something rare, exquisite, and wholly personal.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has an energetic and exciting atmosphere
  • Has onsite accommodations
  • Offers full-service amenities

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Does not have a dance floor
The Chalfonte Hotel 
Cape May, NJ
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $10,000

The Chalfonte Hotel’s unique history as the oldest continually operating hotel in the nation’s first seaside resort, provides a perfect setting for your wedding celebration. With a warm Southern ambiance, guest fill the sweeping verandas to enjoy hors d'oeuvres and cocktails while taking advantage of the ocean breeze, followed by dining and dancing in the grande Magnolia Room ballroom. Seventy guest rooms and two adjacent cottages will accommodate your guests for an extended celebration.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Has a fun and festive vibe
  • Offers convenient lodging options

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Does not allow pets
  • Not wheelchair accessible
MudHen Brewing Company 
Wildwood, NJ
  • Up to 100 guests
  • Starts at $1,000

Celebrate your union at the heart of South Jersey’s charm – MudHen Brewing Co.! Our eclectic and spirited locale, paired with unparalleled catering expertise, forges the quintessential atmosphere for your wedding day. From opulent banquets to serene, personal celebrations, every nuance is meticulously crafted to reflect your unique style, ensuring your event stands out. As a coveted South Jersey wedding venue, we promise a matrimonial event that’s as extraordinary and vibrant as the region itself.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers full-service amenities
  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Has onsite accommodations

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No dedicated areas for getting ready
  • Does not have a dance floor

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About wedding venues in Laurel, DE

Why Choose Delaware for Your Wedding Celebration?

Delaware packs exceptional wedding venues into its compact size, giving you access to stunning waterfront settings along the Chesapeake Bay, historic mansions with roots in the 18th century and charming rural farm estates featuring centuries-old barns. You'll appreciate Delaware's strategic location that makes it easy for your guests traveling from Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington DC to attend without you having to pay the premium prices these metropolitan areas command.

What Does a Typical Delaware Wedding Cost?

Planning a wedding with 150 guests in Delaware? You'll want to budget around $38,281 with venue costs averaging $4,622 which represents about 12% of your total wedding budget.

Here's what you can expect to spend based on guest count:

  • 50 guests (small wedding): $17,057
  • 100 guests: $27,995
  • 150 guests: $38,281
  • 200 guests: $47,482
  • 250 guests: $56,683
  • 300 guests (large wedding): $65,884

Where Can You Find Delaware's Most Beautiful Venues?

You'll discover Delaware's wedding venues clustered in three main regions across the state. In Northern Delaware and the Wilmington Area you can celebrate at Hotel Du Pont with its ornate chandeliers European-inspired architecture and century-old craftsmanship or choose Winterthur Museum & Country Estate featuring 60 acres of breathtaking naturalistic gardens. The Delaware Beaches offer perfect settings for couples dreaming of waterfront celebrations with panoramic bay views and beachfront ceremony spaces. If you head to Southern Delaware you'll find The Farmhouse with its 1800s architecture massive timber beams and multiple outdoor ceremony sites nestled within lush gardens.

Which Delaware Venues Offer Accessibility Features?

You can count on Hilton Wilmington/Christiana for wheelchair accessibility throughout all spaces along with stylish event rooms and customizable packages that fit your vision. The Clubhouse at Baywood gives you wheelchair-accessible pathways connecting all ceremony sites to reception spaces and accommodates up to 250 guests with both indoor and outdoor options so everyone in your party can fully participate in your celebration.

How Can Delaware Venues Enhance Remote Participation?

Juniper by Tonic in Wilmington offers you contemporary design with floor-to-ceiling windows creating an ideal backdrop for incorporating interactive live streaming and digital platforms that bring distant loved ones into your celebration. At Hagley Museum you'll enjoy historic charm with lush gardens where virtual attendees can experience 360-degree views of your special day. Winterthur Museum & Country Estate can help you integrate virtual tours of its vast gardens and galleries for remote guests making them feel included in all aspects of your wedding day.

Which Delaware Venues Offer Outstanding Culinary Experiences?

You'll love Juniper by Tonic's famous seafood and steak options served in a chic dining atmosphere that impresses even the most discerning guests. Deerfield Golf Club near White Clay Creek State Park delivers refined catering options and comprehensive culinary experiences that can be tailored to your preferences. Hotel Du Pont provides you with luxurious dining experiences in a prestigious setting where every detail is crafted to enhance your celebration.

When Should You Book Your Delaware Wedding Venue?

You need to book Delaware venues about 16 months (484 days) before your wedding date with October being the most competitive month requiring even earlier planning. If you're eyeing prime Saturday dates in May June September or October you should move quickly as these book first especially at historic properties with limited weekend availability.

What Seasonal Considerations Matter for Delaware Weddings?

Spring weddings let you showcase Delaware's flowering landscapes while fall ceremonies feature dramatic foliage creating vibrant backdrops for your photos. Summer beach weddings give you extended daylight for stunning sunset photography opportunities. Winter celebrations benefit from existing holiday décor at venues like Hotel Du Pont and often come with attractive off-season pricing at waterfront properties that might otherwise be beyond your budget.

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