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Cruiseport Gloucester

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Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

Cruiseport Gloucester is a luxurious wedding venue located in Gloucester, Massachusetts. It is located on the picturesque Cape Ann, to ensure that guests can enjoy breathtaking harborfront views. The elegant event spaces and attentive services can turn any couple's big day into an upscale celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

Cruiseport Gloucester features two separate event spaces that can accommodate a variety of celebrations, from intimate gatherings to receptions with up to 300 people. The waterfront Grand Ballroom offers 4,500 square feet of floor space for couples to design their dream day. Large windows surround the room to provide a glorious view and plenty of natural light. The hardwood floors, delicate chandeliers, and cathedral-style vaulted ceilings create a sophisticated atmosphere. For smaller get-togethers, the Harbor Room offers enough space to host up to 120 guests. The vintage lighting and versatile floor plan make it an ideal setting for rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, and other nuptial events. Ample parking is available on the property, with wheelchair accessibility to make sure everyone arrives at the venue safely.

Services Offered

Cruiseport Gloucester's onsite event planner works with each couple to make sure that their nuptial vision comes to fruition. Tables, chairs, linens, and various dinnerware items will be provided. The team provides set-up and clean-up for each event to give couples plenty of time to enjoy their ceremony and reception. In addition, the in-house caterers and bartenders customize each food and beverage menu to best suit a couple's needs and wants. Some of their services include:

  • Bartenders
  • Servers
  • Buffet stations
  • Plated dinners
  • Private tastings
  • Cash and open bar options
  • Signature cocktails
  • Specialty wine, beer, and liquor

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Weddings at this venue

John & Niny's wedding
John & Niny
26 photos
Samira & Adam's wedding
Samira & Adam
7 photos
Lorena & Evan's wedding
Lorena & Evan
33 photos
Ingrind & Geri's wedding
Ingrind & Geri
22 photos
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FAQ

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?

$3,900

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

$1,950

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?

$1,500

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

$1,500

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

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

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

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

Champagne Toast

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Reviews of Cruiseport Gloucester

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Cruiseport Gloucester is a stunning waterfront venue praised for its beautiful space, delicious food, and unforgettable sailing cocktail hour. Reviewers emphasized how organized, responsive coordinators and staff handled every detail and timeline, making planning and the day stress‑free. It accommodates large parties well and delivers strong value.

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Cruiseport Gloucester is a stunning waterfront venue praised for its beautiful space, delicious food, and unforgettable sailing cocktail hour. Reviewers emphasized how organized, responsive coordinators and staff handled every detail and timeline, making planning and the day stress‑free. It accommodates large parties well and delivers strong value.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 168 reviews
Google
4.5/5 161 reviews
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Lauren Sent on 01/04/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best venue ever!

I cannot say enough amazing things about Cruiseport, Gloucester! My husband and I were recently married here, and we were originally supposed to host over 200 guests. We opted to keep our original date despite the pandemic and opted to have a "minimony" with 25 guests. We would not change a thing! Throughout the entire process, Kristen Barrett was there for us and was extremely communicative, supportive, and helpful. Taryne also helped us iron out some of the last minute details, and Danielle was our fabulous day-of coordinator that helped us pull off the greatest day of our lives. The food and the space is incredible, and we even received a refund when it was all said and done. Cruiseport gave us a stress-free, beautiful experience!
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 03/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A class act!

We were drawn to Cruiseport for several reasons, beginning with their reputation. Quite a few people recommended the venue for their quality of service, and it became clear throughout our wedding planning that they have the proper procedures in place to deliver a flawless experience for any occasion.

My husband and I could not be happier with our decision to work with the Cruiseport Team for our Wedding Day. Each and every member of the staff was truly such a pleasure to work with from our very first visit all the way through our day. The staff are clearly trained, they know how to pay attention to the details, and they offer such hospitality to your family and friends.

As we led up to our wedding day, we were thrilled to work with Alyson D. on the team. Alyson gave us a sense of calm and composure throughout the entire process. She anticipated our needs and truly understood what was most important to us. Her experience was evident; she welcomed our unique ideas, and she gave recommendations along the way that genuinely helped to deliver a seamless day from start to finish. Alyson and the Cruiseport Team are a class act, who deliver on their word and provide such value with their approach to the wedding process.

We cannot recommend Cruiseport enough, with a number of options in the North Shore area, nothing seems to compare when you consider their entire package and what Cruiseport has to offer!
M
Melissa Sent on 12/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

MA/NJ December Wedding

I am originally from the north shore of Massachusetts but live in New Jersey now. I knew I wanted to get married on the water in MA, and my husband was all for it. The Cruiseport was the perfect option! We worked with Alyson, who made sure everything went seamlessly. The team's preparation and set up of the room was beautiful! The entire staff were friendly and present through the entire night, and the food was delicious. Thank you to Alyson to keeping our wedding party of 21 in line, we had an absolute blast! We highly recommend this wedding venue to anyone.
M
Melissa Sent on 11/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Cruiseport Wedding October 2025

This venue was amazing! Miriam was our coordinator for the wedding day and she went above and beyond. She made our vision come to life and all of the details fell into place with her help. We met with her in-person twice before the day to go over all of the details and timelines. From the moment we started planning, she was incredibly organized, attentive, and reassuring. She guided us through a rehearsal for the ceremony and coordinated with the bridal parties the day of.
On our wedding day, we were able to relax and enjoy every moment because we knew she had everything under control. She was always in the background but never in the way. There was a few times my husband looked around the room, in need of something, and all of a sudden she appeared! It really showed how much she cared about making our day flow perfectly. The set up of the venue was exactly what we had talked about and she really made my vision come to life. If you’re looking for someone who’s professional, kind, detail-oriented, and genuinely invested in making your day special, then definitely book with Cruiseport and ask for Miriam!
Victoria
Victoria Sent on 11/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Cruiseport is the best!

Cruiseport was amazing! We couldn't have asked for a better venue for our wedding. Everything went smoothly from start to finish. Our coordinator Alyson was so knowledgable and organized. She had amazing ideas and truly made planning our wedding a breeze. She brought our vision to life and set up our decor beautifully. Honorable mention for the food as well, it was so good and our guests continue to talk about it months later!
Courtney
Courtney Sent on 10/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Venue!

We had the absolute best wedding day at the Cruiseport! Alyson was an amazing coordinator who answered every question so quickly. We chose to do the sailing cocktail hour. All of our guests loved this and we had a beautiful sunny day! Everything was just like we pictured it and the food was delicious. Some of the best espresso martinis ever! We stayed at the Beauport Hotel and they were great to communicate with for our room block as well.
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A Navarro Sent on 09/23/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best night of my life!

The venue is absolutely stunning! Our coordinator Alyson went above and beyond to guarantee we had the most stress free and amazing night! Alyson made sure all questions were answered leading up to the big day! She and all of the staff over at the Cruiseport are very professional! We had the best night and would 100% do it again at the Cruiseport!
Katie
Katie Sent on 07/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection Achieved

My wedding at Cruiseport Gloucester was nothing but perfect thanks to the amazing staff and coordinator Alyson! The venue is stunning, has a wide variety of amazing food options. They make it so easy for you and do all the heavy lifting. Perfect for a large guest count, stress free planning, and stunning views. HIGHLY recommend the sailing cocktail hour!!!
Mark
Mark Sent on 07/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Stress-free and Relaxed!

We’re so thankful to Cruiseport Gloucester for making our wedding day everything we hoped for. From the very beginning, we felt confident thanks to their organization, attention to detail, and professionalism.

A special shout-out to Alyson, our amazing coordinator. She kept everything running smoothly behind the scenes and made sure the entire day flowed without a hitch. Because of her, we were able to truly relax and enjoy every moment.

Our guests are still raving about how seamless the day was and how incredible the food was. Everything was delicious and beautifully presented.

We couldn’t be happier with our experience and highly recommend Cruiseport Gloucester to any couple looking for a stunning and stress-free wedding venue.
M
Marissa Sent on 06/18/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Unreal!

Cruiseport is simply the best. Professional staff, excellent food (cocktail hour and dinner!), and beautiful event space. Alyson was our coordinator and she was absolutely terrific — highly responsive, provided great guidance, and executed our wedding vision perfectly.
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When a couple plans a North Shore wedding Cruiseport is almost always on their list of places to visit and there is no question that their reputation makes them amazing. The event spaces there are just great. The staff works very closely with the clients to ensure their visions for a great day are always accomplished. They can accommodate a full wedding day from ceremony, to cocktails, to dinner & dancing - they are a great option for a one stop shop for great atmosphere!

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It's always a pleasure to offer our services at Cruiseport Gloucester. Not only is it a beautiful place overlooking the water, it offers views of beautiful sunsets, starry nights and the staff is friendly, helpful, and gracious. We always enjoy being a part of their special events and weddings.

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Cruiseport Gloucester frequently asked questions

Cruiseport Gloucester includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
Cruiseport Gloucester includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Cruiseport Gloucester includes:
  • Champagne Toast
Cruiseport Gloucester is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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