Pricing. Starting prices run $12,000 for off-peak dates and $14,000 for peak dates — genuinely competitive for the level of inclusion in the package, though confirm exactly what guest count that starting price reflects.
All-inclusive structure. You choose your own photographer, DJ, and florist, while the venue handles catering, lighting, and cakes — a hybrid model that gives you control over the vendors that most reflect your personal style while simplifying the logistics-heavy pieces.
What’s included. A top-shelf open bar, 30-plus hors d’oeuvres, a four-course gourmet dinner, opulent desserts, and a champagne tower are all part of the standard package — a genuinely comprehensive, high-end offering.
Dietary accommodations. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are explicitly available, using high-quality, local ingredients — worth mentioning early if you have guests with specific dietary needs.
The signature waterfall. Confirm access to the Grand Ballroom Patio and its waterfall feature for your specific package and season, since this is clearly the venue’s most distinctive selling point.
Where exactly is The Waterfall located? Claymont, Delaware — just across the state line from South Jersey and Philadelphia, sometimes grouped with regional New Jersey venue lists given its proximity.
How many guests can The Waterfall hold? Up to 500 in the Grand Ballroom, or up to 325 in the smaller Cascade Ballroom.
What’s the starting price? $12,000 for off-peak dates, $14,000 for peak dates.
Is the package all-inclusive? Largely, yes — you choose your photographer, DJ, and florist, while the venue handles catering, lighting, and cakes.
Is there an outdoor ceremony option? Yes, the Grand Ballroom Patio with its signature waterfall.
Are dietary accommodations available? Yes, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options with high-quality, local ingredients.
How far is The Waterfall from Philadelphia? Roughly 20–30 minutes.
What’s included in the standard package? Top-shelf open bar, 30-plus hors d’oeuvres, a four-course dinner, desserts, and a champagne tower.
If old-world marble-and-chandelier grandeur combined with a genuinely all-inclusive package appeals to you, The Waterfall is worth considering even though it sits just across the Delaware state line. Check out my wedding budget guide to compare that off-peak versus peak pricing, use my guest list calculator to decide between the Grand and Cascade ballrooms, and my photography coverage calculator to plan a waterfall portrait session. For more venue options across the greater Philadelphia region, visit my venue comparison guide.
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