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Located along South Jersey’s scenic intracoastal waterway, Avalon Yacht Club offers an unforgettable waterfront setting for wedding celebrations in Avalon, New Jersey. With panoramic bay views, breathtaking sunsets, and a beautifully light-filled ballroom, the club provides the perfect backdrop for an elegant coastal wedding experience.

Originally established in 1941, Avalon Yacht Club combines timeless charm with personalized service to create celebrations that feel both elevated and welcoming. Accommodating up to 250 guests, the venue features expansive water views throughout the property, allowing couples and guests to enjoy the beauty of the bay from nearly every space.

Wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours are often hosted on the North Deck overlooking the water, while receptions take place inside the spacious ballroom featuring more windows than walls. The venue also offers a wraparound bar area, customizable entry space, and flexible indoor options for weather accommodations.

Executive Chef James Thumhart and the culinary team work closely with couples to create exceptional dining experiences tailored to each event. From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, the experienced events staff is dedicated to ensuring every detail is thoughtfully coordinated from start to finish.

At Avalon Yacht Club, wedding timelines are carefully planned around sunset, giving couples the opportunity to capture stunning waterfront portraits during golden hour. Wedding celebrations are hosted during select spring and fall dates.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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

1,500.00

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

1,500.00

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

Yes

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

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

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Boat/Yacht

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

What event services do you offer?

Event Planner

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

Reviews of Avalon Yacht Club

Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 01/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Avalon Yacht Club Wedding 9-14-24

It’s very rare in life to be so excited and looking forward to writing a review - we simply can’t list enough superlatives about AYC; if you’re thinking of getting married in the area, there simply isn’t a better venue or team. It’s been four months since our ceremony and we are still receiving compliments from friends and family raving about how incredible our wedding was – this isn’t a coincidence. From the moment you walk into the club, Jarrod and team makes your vision their own and works with you to make it a reality. Their attention to detail shines in every interaction; they are true professionals and their experience is what makes them so valuable and differentiates them from other venues on the island. The venue is breathtaking – the cotton candy sunset behind the ceremony that lingers well into cocktail hour is both priceless and unforgettable. Regarding the food, you can read all of the above reviews about it being the star of the show; it’s akin to dining at your favorite high end restaurant; nothing like regular, boring wedding fare. The only problem was narrowing down the menu since the wonderful chef at the tasting experience gives you so many options and all were delicious. Good problems to have and the tasting experience was also wonderful! They also worked with us on our signature drinks and ensured they were available all night. Also, guests were able to order their favorite cocktails without any issues like availability or quality. The bartenders and servers were professional and courteous; all of the vendors were made to feel at home – Jarrod keeps all the wheels in motion so you can focus on what’s important. We couldn’t give AYC a higher recommendation and thank them for being such an integral part of the best day of our lives!

Caitlin & Justin
Audrey
Audrey Sent on 01/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue for Jersey Shore wedding!

AYC was such a dream place to have our wedding reception! They are by far the best option in Avalon to have a wedding at. Jarrod & his team were super helpful throughout the entire planning process, providing advice and giving us the freedom to get creative. On the day of they did an outstanding job with food, drinks and service. Our guests said it was one of the best weddings they've ever gone to and that wouldn't have happened without the AYC team! My husband and I had so much fun at our wedding and can't recommend AYC enough!
Kristin
Kristin Sent on 02/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Quintessential Avalon

Our wedding was not particularly standard. We had so many moving parts. I was so impressed on the day with the way the club pulled everything off. A few of my other vendors dropped some balls, and AYC was there to pick up the slack. a bouquet was left on a beach, Jarrod went all the way to pick it up. Brian was like a ninja during the entire event, invisible until there was a problem: then there he was, already 2 steps ahead with a solution. Our food was Great! Chef and wait staff really knocked it out of the park with service. They were time efficient(we gave them a very tight schedule) and everything was delicious. We had so many ideas and I’m so grateful to the club for making them all work! If you love Avalon, this is the perfect place to have your wedding. It feels like the town: classic and beachy. And they will take care of you like you are one of the family when it is time for your event.
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Elizabeth Sent on 12/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible experience

We couldn’t have dreamed of a better experience while working with AYC for our reception. From the responsiveness, the food, the ease of putting everything together, it was truly a dream. We've received endless compliments of the food, style of the space, and of course the view! Jarrod and the entire AYC team were incredible to work with. There is truly not a single negative thing I can say about the entire experience. If you are looking to host your wedding here, I couldn’t recommend it more (and I am VERY particular). AYC was AMAZING!
Kelly
Kelly Sent on 12/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Smooth sailing from Yes to I Do

The Avalon Yacht Club was the perfect venue for our wedding!! Everything from the day we signed a contract to the end of our wedding went so smoothly! Jarrod, the assistant manager, answered all of our questions and was immensely helpful leading up to the big day. Brian, the manager, was our point person on the weekend. He made everything run so smoothly that we could just sit back and enjoy the day! Chef Peter and his staff made excellent and delicious food, even for our guests with dietary restrictions. The entire wait staff was very attentive. The ambiance of the club was so relaxing and and simplistic, we hardly had to do much with the florist except for just enhance its natural beauty! The club's preferred vendor list was also very thorough and, as we were planning the wedding from 6 hours away, we used many of the vendors on their list. Boy are we happy we did!
From my Husband: Jarrod, Brian, and Chef Pete were amazing guys that were really in control of the situation and they made me feel at ease and relaxed and able to enjoy my time at my wedding! Move over bridezillas - Brian and Jarrod know more than you do!
Alisa
Alisa Sent on 10/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Venue

The Avalon Yacht Club was the absolute perfect wedding venue. From the ceremony and reception, to the views, to the incredible food and staff this place is incredible. If you are looking to have the best wedding ever, this is the place. We really can't thank you all enough for the best day of our lives, especially the AYC coordinators Jarrod and Brian. Our wedding day was seamless and perfect we had nothing to worry about. Also compliments to Chef Peter our guests have been giving us so many compliments on how the food at our wedding was the best they ever had. If you are looking for a venue that has it all, this is the place for you.
M
Michelle Sent on 05/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Jarrod, Brian, and Chef Peter did an amazing job! We are SO happy.
C
Cindy Sent on 10/23/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I couldn't recommend the Avalon Yacht Club more for a wedding venue. I think the views are the best on the island for a wedding. They did a wonderful job and we couldn't be happier with how our wedding turned out, it was truly perfect. The staff--everyone from the bartenders to the managers were great. They accommodated all of our random requests and were extremely attentive. Jarrod and Brian both know the club very well and have a lot of experience with weddings. They know what works and what doesn't work. You'll be so happy you picked AYC!
C
Catherine Sent on 10/07/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing venue, nice staff we love them!
H
Heather Sent on 06/22/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Hands down the best venue. The location and building itself are amazing. The entire staff is great and they go above and beyond. They believe in quality and deliver that all the way to the end. Jarrod and Brian did everything they could to make sure we had an amazing day. Peter is a fabulous chef and our guests are still raving about the food. You will not find a place with a better quality of service. Thanks AYC for an amazing day!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

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Avalon Yacht Club frequently asked questions

Avalon Yacht Club includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Avalon Yacht Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The space offered by Avalon Yacht Club for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Boat/Yacht
Avalon Yacht Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Avalon Yacht Club offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Avalon Yacht Club offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Event Planner
Avalon Yacht 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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