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About this venue
Merrill’s on the Waterfront is the Perfect Harbor View Venue for Your Special Occasions Located in historic downtown New Bedford, MA, the private and semi-private function areas at Merrill’s on the Waterfront each have a unique atmosphere and water view. Even in our dining room, every table has a magnificent view of the Harbor. Our in-house catering professionals and event coordinator will work with you every step of the way to ensure that your party is executed perfectly. Lafrance Hospitality has over 60 years of event experience as well as renowned service and menus. We would like to welcome you to host your event at Merrill’s on the Waterfront.
Our event spaces
The Harbor View Room
Experience Unmatched Elegance in the Harbor View Room
The Harbor View Room has the best view on the harbor. Located upstairs, it contains its own fireplace, private deck , restrooms and bar*. A beautiful setting for formal events and corporate presentations. For weddings, this is the perfect space to host your intimate ceremony.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 125 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
The Chart Room
Versatile and Beautiful Waterfront Space
Our Chart Room is our main reception room and is perfect to host your celebration. For weddings, it provides ample space or your guests to enjoy their meal, mingle, and dance the night away. Featuring a bar and patio access the Chart Room is the perfect space to host your reception.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
The Harbor View Room
Experience Unmatched Elegance in the Harbor View Room
The Harbor View Room has the best view on the harbor. Located upstairs, it contains its own fireplace, private deck , restrooms and bar*. A beautiful setting for formal events and corporate presentations. For weddings, this is the perfect space to host your intimate ceremony.
Guest capacity
Up to 80 Seated
Up to 125 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Luxurious and chic”
The Chart Room
Versatile and Beautiful Waterfront Space
Our Chart Room is our main reception room and is perfect to host your celebration. For weddings, it provides ample space or your guests to enjoy their meal, mingle, and dance the night away. Featuring a bar and patio access the Chart Room is the perfect space to host your reception.
Guest capacity
Up to 150 Seated
Up to 200 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Cocktail hour
Guests often feel this space is
“Warm and cozy”
Available services that can be provided by Merrill's on the Waterfront
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Event coordinator
- Event rentals
- Event staff
- Lighting/Sound
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
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