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The Water Club is an elegant and divine wedding venue space located in New York, New York. Conveniently located off the FDR Drive, couples and their wedding guests can easily maneuver their way to the space and be relieved with complimentary valet parking. The Water Club boasts unmatched views of the East River and Manhattan skyline. Their three unique event spaces each feature glass-enclosed rooms with stunning views all around. Their staff assists with planning everything from start to finish, from decorations, timelines, cuisine, and more. This venue has been hosting memorable and gorgeous weddings for over 30 years. Couples can feel confident in receiving a waterside oasis complete with delicious foods and high-quality customer service when booking this venue.

Facilities and Capacity
This alfresco wedding venue boasts elegant yet casual areas for both indoor and outdoor weddings. This waterfront space can easily accommodate up to 225 wedding guests. Guests will be in awe with the space’s streams of lights, candles, and flowers. The venue boasts an open-air rooftop that gives a stunning 360-degree view of the city. These yachts sit on the best location on the East River. Their spaces are beautiful, safe, and feature a team of attentive star members to assist with any questions or requests.

Services Offered
This venue can easily host any ceremony, reception, bridal shower, engagement party, and/or rehearsal dinner. Couples are provided a banquet staff and experienced event coordinator to assist with all the big and small details of the big day. Their team of wedding masters have over 35 years of experience and strive to keep couples and their guests satisfied and entertained. Their custom packages can include on-site valet parking, get-ready rooms, custom menu cards, a coat room, outdoor patios, seating cards, cozy fireplaces, and a list of trusted vendors. Other services include:

  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Event planning
  • Catering services
  • Bar services
  • Dance floor

Cuisine
This location provides a team of skilled bartenders and servers. They offer a variety of serving styles, including a buffet, dessert, hors d’oeurves, plated dinners, and stations. Tastings are provided to ensure ultimate satisfaction in presentation and taste. Their bar offers a champagne toast, house liquor and wine, an open bar, a signature drink, and more. Other services include:

  • China
  • Glassware
  • Flatware
  • Linens
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Cake cutting
  • Wedding cake
  • Dessert
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,200

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Wedding Cake

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Boat/Yacht
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet

Reviews of The Water Club

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Alexandra Sent on 01/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning views, incredible food!

The Water Club was an incredible venue to celebrate our wedding in mid-October. We enjoyed working with Elle to plan the ceremony and reception, appreciated how quickly she responded to emails as the wedding got closer, and were so impressed by how smoothly everything ran on the wedding day itself! It was exceptionally easy to coordinate other vendors (music, bakery, florals) with the Water Club. It was also so much fun to attend the tasting a few months before the wedding and our pre-wedding walk through during wedding week did a lot to calm our nerves. On the wedding day, we could really enjoy our day without worrying about details. Our guests continue to rave about the food and exceptional views. An absolutely wonderful space for a Manhattan wedding!
M
Madeline Sent on 09/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding venue in New York!

The Water Club was the most perfect venue I could have imagined for my August 2023 wedding! Everything detail was incredible from the food, the spaces, the views, and the dedicated staff. We had the pleasure of working with Elle and could not have felt luckier! She and her team flawlessly executed every detail of the wedding and not only accommodated, but went above and beyond for every special request we had. Elle was also incredibly responsive throughout the planning process and in the lead up to the wedding. All of our guests raved about the venue. The ceremony was beautifully set up and the Crow's Nest was the perfect venue for the cocktail hour and after party. We would highly recommend the Water Club to anybody looking for a beautiful, classic NYC venue with phenomenal service! The Water Club was easily the best choice we made for our wedding.
Emilia
Emilia Sent on 10/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Service and Affordable pricing

If we could give 10 stars we would! We visited 13 venues last year before we found and booked with The Water Club. We could not be happier with our decision. Sonya exceeded our expectations in what she did for us. she not only organized all of our vendors the day of, but made sure everything ran smoothly and reassured us before and on the day of our wedding. She provided guidance during our day to make sure everything ran smoothly. She made us feel calm and we were able to actually enjoy our entire wedding day because of her. Because of Sonya and all she did for us, we did not need a wedding planner. She was reliable and dependable and thorough. she made us her priority not only the day of, but throughout all of the planning and leading up to our big day. From our Maitre'd Domingo and Captain Jose, to the staff, valet, room attendant and coat check, everyone was so professional, welcoming and hard working every minute of our special day. They are affordable and worked with our budget. Everything we wanted or asked for through out the planning was always met with a yes or "we can make that happen". We never expected to be so accommodated and made feel so special as we were our wedding night, and only wish we could relive this day every day! We owe all of this to this very special place and the special people who run The Water Club. We captured the most spectacular views of the east side of Manhattan and river in our photos and video, as this venue is right on the east river! the food exceeded our expectations and our guests cannot stop raving about it! No one had to wait for a drink all night, as the service and attention to not only us but our guests was impeccable. In our opinion, there is NO BETTER place to have the wedding of your dreams than at The Water Club. They truly provided everything needed from start to finish to make our day the most special day of our lives. Thank you all!
J
Jessica Sent on 06/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Perfect

If you're getting married in NYC, book The Water Club as soon as you can! Wish I could give more than 5 stars. Our wedding there in May was better than we could have dreamed. The space is beautiful, and having the entire event surrounded by river views is unbeatable - even more magical at night with the lights on the water. Alyson and Sonya helped guide us through the planning process and are absolute pros. They are really fun to work with and take care of everything. The entire Water Club team made the night seamless - as soon as we walked into the event we didn't have to think about a thing. Plus the food is AMAZING! Our guests haven't stopped raving about the space, the staff, and the food. It's a New York classic for a reason!
N
Nicole Sent on 01/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn't have imagined a more perfect venue for my wedding!

I realize this review is a bit late, but I feel compelled to still write it because of the amazing experience we had with The Water Club. I first connected with Alyson at The Water Club in September of 2018 and booked my wedding for May of 2020. Our wedding was postponed not once, but twice due to COVID – as we tried moving it to May of 2021 but with the continued uncertainty, moved it again to October of 2021. Through it all Alyson was a phenomenal ally! From the moment we met I knew our wedding was in great hands. She is knowledgeable, thorough, supportive, and an all-around fabulous person! In March of 2020, there were so many unknowns but despite that, Alyson still came to us with viable options and scenarios for how we could proceed. Both times we postponed our wedding, the process was seamless, and we are so grateful for that. Alyson gave us peace of mind and made sure we knew that she and The Water Club was in this with us and would do whatever they could to help. She checked in regularly with updates and answered our mountain of questions as the circumstances of the pandemic continued to evolve. When it finally became clear that we could proceed with our wedding in October, Alyson and introduced us to Sonya – an absolute rockstar – to handle the final arrangements and help coordinate for the day of. These two ladies are a powerhouse team, they attended to anything and everything we could possibly want or need! From managing our vendors to coordinating vaccination verification to keeping track of everything (and I mean everything!) they made sure our day was the most special and memorable event! I loved having Sonya by my side on the day. She is diligent, funny, and ready for anything. The Water Club’s staff was incredible! The maître d' Diego was wonderful! One of my bridesmaids broke her ankle 2 weeks before the wedding and had to use a scooter and crutches to get around. Diego made sure she was taken care of, could easily get around, and had access to storage for her scooter and crutches. He was on top of everything! Many of our guests commented on what an awesome job he was doing throughout the wedding. And the food, THE FOOD WAS DELICIOUS!! There wasn’t a single complaint, not even a slight grumble, about the food from any of our guests. Every dish from the hours de vours to the desserts was mind-blowing!! Our wedding was perfect and worth every second of the 3 years we had to wait to finally have it! The Water Club made that happen.
K
Kelly Sent on 12/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect NYC Venue

I cannot say enough great things about the Water Club! The various rooms and spaces are so elegant and make for a really unique, and quintessential New York experience! Alyson made everything so easy and seamless, (we couldn't have done it without her!) and she gave great advice and help with everything from the menu, vendors, to the schedule and timeline which was a huge relief especially when you're just getting started and not sure of how everything fits together. Our guests were blown away and kept saying how much they loved the various rooms and, of course, the view! We can't recommend the Water Club enough!
J
Jamie Sent on 02/18/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best venue ever!

Truly THE BEST EVER. If we could give more than five stars we would. My husband and I recently had our wedding at The Water Club on February 15, 2020 and it could not have been more perfect. We worked with Alyson, the director of events, to plan our wedding and she was absolutely fantastic. Alyson worked with us from day 1 to plan the wedding of our dreams, from planning the specific type of ceremony/reception we wanted, to choosing the food, as well as all the other details for the day of the wedding. Alyson is also extremely knowledgeable about the entire wedding process - she takes care of absolutely everything and makes sure that the wedding day is perfect. (While weddings are not always easy to plan, Alyson really went above and beyond to make the planning process stress free and enjoyable.) Since our wedding was in February it was quite chilly outside, but TWC had the fireplace going and the venue was cozy, classy and also had that 'old New York' feel. Our guests have not yet stopped raving about the place itself, the delicious food and the exceptional staff (bartenders, bathroom attendants, waiters, etc. were professional, attentive, and incredibly nice). We feel so incredibly lucky to have had such a wonderful experience and we are so happy we chose TWC as our wedding venue! BEST NIGHT EVER!

Love Jamie & Greg
Cher
Cher Sent on 11/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing November 2nd wedding!

The most amazing venue with the most accommodating staff!! Amazing experience all around! look no further the views where spectacular and all my guests from overseas said it was the best food they ever had a wedding and the best wedding they had ever been to!
R
Regina Sent on 10/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The quintessential New York City wedding venue

My husband and I had our wedding reception at The Water Club on October 11th, 2019. It is the perfect venue for that quintessential New York City wedding. Our photos are stunning, the food was excellent, and Alyson Pike, the events coordinator, could not be easier to work with. l 100% recommend The Water Club to couples who want an elegant and unique venue that guests will love.
D
Dan K. Sent on 10/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

breathtaking views, world-class service

My wife and I were so excited to visit The Water Club as it was the first venue that we were considering. We were so impressed, that it actually became the last venue as well. The staff, location and views all really helped make that decision a great one, but more importantly it was our event coordinator, Alyson Pike. She was great from start to finish and went above & beyond to make us feel comfortable throughout. The wedding day itself was everything we could've dreamed of. The venue, food and service were all exceptional, and Alyson's great talents persisted. We can't thank Alyson and her team enough, and highly recommend The Water Club
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

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The Water Club frequently asked questions

The Water Club includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The Water Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Water Club includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by The Water Club for wedding events is known for:
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Restaurant
  • Waterfront
The Water Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Water Club offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Water Club offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
The Water Club offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
The Water Club is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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