Say "I Do!" at Richmond's only waterfront reception venue with a view of the city skyline. Host your reception on an entire floor of our historic waterfront building, centrally located near downtown Richmond. With a combined 85 years of experience, our professional and responsive coordinators will be there to assist you every step of the way, from your first visit until the last dance. Your guests will rave about the delicious food from the culinary team of The Boathouse, listed among the best local restaurants in Richmond Magazine's most recent roundup. Read our reviews to hear from our happy couples, then come visit and see for yourself!

Facilities and Capacity
The River View Room accommodates 150 seated guests and 230 for an hors d'oeuvres reception. The Harbourmaster Suite seats 24 and can accommodate up to 30 for an hors d'oeuvres reception. The Restaurant Main Floor seats up to 150 guests. Our historic brick structure dates to 1887, and formerly powered the city’s trolley system.

Services Offered
Our tailored wedding packages include tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, and flatware. Our dedicated event coordinators assist with planning the room layout, the menu, and the timeline. If you are having your wedding ceremony at The Boathouse, your coordinator will be on-hand during the rehearsal and the ceremony to assist you and your officiant.

CuisineThe Boathouse's award-winning culinary team offers a wide variety of menu choices. Serving options include plated meals, buffets, and food stations. Bar packages are available to complement every dish with selections like signature cocktails, premium liquor, beer, and wine.

Other Services
The venue offers bar services and various wedding decor items upon request. Interested couples may choose from the following:

• All day access
• Cocktail reception
• Champagne toast
• Open bar
• Premium liquor
• Signature drink
• Specialty beer
• Specialty wine
• Barware
• China
• Flatware
• Glassware
• Linens
• Tables
• Chairs