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Great River Golf Club

From 75 to 182 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Quality catering
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
Lexi
Joe
Lauren
Megan
Alanna

Recommended by 98% of couples

About this venue

At Great River Golf Club, we offer a stunning backdrop for your ceremony and reception of your dreams. From our exquisite food and attentive staff to the scenic surroundings, we take great pride in assisting you in making your wedding day all that you envision.

Come by for a visit to see why couples say Great River Golf Club is a hidden gem. With a personal Bridal Concierge by your side for the entire evening, all you have to do is enjoy your special day! Our focus is on you, as we only host one wedding at a time.

Exchange vows at our outdoor Gazebo that overlooks the beautifully manicured golf course. In case of inclement weather, there is a back-up ceremony and cocktail hour location, underneath our brick "Breezeway". Great River Golf Club has a high-vaulted ceiling ballroom that provides a guest count up to 180.

The expertly landscaped grounds, waterfall, clock tower are other wonderful features that create memorable wedding photographs. Also included is a luxurious bridal room with access for the entire evening and a private groom's room.

With five-star venue and cuisine ratings, Great River Golf Club provides wedding packages that are both affordable and customizable. We pride ourselves on being professional, flexible, and responsive throughout the entire planning process.

Services Offered

Pre-event coordination, event planning, in-house catering, vendor recommendations, rentals, set-up and clean-up.

Cuisine

Five hour long catering services that include an open bar with premium liquors, a champagne toast, an hour of stationed and butler passed hors d’oeuvres, a specialty salad course, multiple entree selections, and traditional wedding cake. There are also menu customization options available.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 25 years in business

  • We speak English

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FAQ

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?

$2,000

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

$2,000

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
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

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

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

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

75

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Country/Golf Club
Restaurant

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
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

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

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
July
August
November
December

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Reviews of Great River Golf Club

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Great River Golf Club is praised as a stunning, well‑maintained venue with multiple ceremony and cocktail locations and an elegant ballroom. Guests rave about the gourmet food and thoughtful menu tastings. Reviewers highlight an attentive, highly organized staff who make planning stress‑free, coordinate vendors, and handle issues like rain flawlessly.

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Great River Golf Club is praised as a stunning, well‑maintained venue with multiple ceremony and cocktail locations and an elegant ballroom. Guests rave about the gourmet food and thoughtful menu tastings. Reviewers highlight an attentive, highly organized staff who make planning stress‑free, coordinate vendors, and handle issues like rain flawlessly.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 138 reviews
Google
4.7/5 395 reviews
Lexi
Lexi Sent on 05/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend Great River!

We cannot say enough great things about the staff at Great River and the beautiful venue. We had our reception there in March, and it was absolutely perfect, from start to finish. Great River was the first and only wedding venue we toured — we just knew it was the place for us.

We really enjoyed the menu preview with Chef Matt. He sat down with us and explained everything that was being served. The food was absolutely delicious and presented beautifully. Our guests are still talking about how amazing the food and drinks were, and how nice the staff was.

Chelsea, Abigail, Alex, and Chase are the absolute best — so sweet and trustworthy. We can’t thank them enough for everything they did to make our day so special. We met with them a couple of weeks before the wedding to go over all the details, and they were incredibly thorough. When we picked up our decorations the day after the wedding, everything was packed up and ready to go. We didn’t have to worry about a thing.

On the wedding day, they were so attentive and supportive — not only to us, but also to our entire wedding party and family. We are beyond happy with our choice to celebrate at Great River and will be forever grateful for such an amazing experience.
D
Danielle Sent on 12/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Venue and Staff

We couldn’t have asked for a better venue than Great River. From start to finish, the team made everything so easy and stress free. Abby and Miranda were incredible on the day of the wedding. They handled everything behind the scenes, kept the day running smoothly, and made sure we didn’t have to worry about a thing. The space itself was absolutely beautiful and perfect for a fall wedding, and every detail, from the decorations to the setup, turned out exactly as we hoped. Working with the staff was such a pleasure. Our guests had an amazing time, and we are so grateful to Great River for making our wedding day truly special.
Joe
Joe Sent on 11/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding Wedding Venue

We had our wedding on November 1, 2025 at Great River Golf Club and the entire experience was absolutely incredible! To begin, our Wedding Sales Director, Chelsea, was outstanding. From the very beginning of the process, she was always available either via a phone call, email, or in person. Her professionalism, knowledge and expertise, friendliness and patience was evident the entire time.
Our bridal concierge, Miranda, was simply the best! Always smiling, always a step ahead of us, attentive to our ever need, Miranda made our day stress free and fun!
The food, the service, the grounds, the organization of the whole process was more than we could have hoped for!
We recommend this venue for anybody’s wedding!

Joe and Kerri
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 10/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

perfect from start to finish

We cannot say enough amazing things about Great River Golf Club! From start to finish, the entire experience was seamless. The venue itself is absolutely stunning — from the beautiful grounds and elegant ballroom to the perfect outdoor spaces for photos.

The staff went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly on our wedding day. The service was incredible, the food was phenomenal, and every detail was handled with care and professionalism. Our guests are still raving about how gorgeous the venue was and how delicious the dinner and cocktails were!

Planning with the Great River team was stress-free, and their communication and organization made the process so easy. We truly couldn’t have imagined a more perfect day. If you’re looking for a venue that has it all — beauty, great food, and an amazing team — Great River Golf Club is it!

— Lauren & Kyle
Megan
Megan Sent on 08/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Unmatched service and experience!

I can't recommend Great River enough! This venue makes it very easy to have/plan a wedding without a ton of moving parts and more transparency into pricing. We fell in love with the idea of the brick walk as our 'rain plan' so we could plan stress-free for the year leading up to our big day without worrying about the weather. There are 2 options for where to hold a ceremony, 3 options for cocktail hour, and the reception ballroom is stunning!! The entire day has a backdrop of the river beyond the golf course greens and requires minimal decor. Best of all, there is a full team to help you plan your day! I worked with Karin, Abby, Chase, and Miranda who helped us all the way from our tour to beyond our wedding day! This team is there to organize the decor, work with your vendors, fluff your dress, manage the flow of the day and rehearsal, bring you drinks/food all night, and hype you up! We truly would not have had the same experience if it weren't for these incredible women.
C
Caroline Sent on 08/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!!

We had such an amazing wedding at Great River, thanks to the incredible team there who worked so diligently to make our vision come to life! Our guests complimented how incredibly kind and accommodating the staff was, from servers and bartenders, to the wedding coordinator team. Also, the food was impeccable. So lucky to have gotten married here, and I would definitely recommend it to other couples!
Alanna
Alanna Sent on 08/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Dream Wedding Experience

It was an absolute dream having our wedding at Great River. Thanks to Karin and Abby, our day was truly magical and one we will never forget. Karin was incredible! From the very first tour of the venue to the big day itself, she went above and beyond at every turn. Her attention to detail, calm presence, and genuine care made us feel so supported every step of the way.

Abby was equally amazing. She was thoughtful, personable, and somehow everywhere at once. Abby was constantly checking in with us while seamlessly managing everything behind the scenes to make sure the day went perfectly.

We also want to thank Chef Matt, who was not only informative and accommodating during the planning process, but absolutely wowed our guests — we’re still getting compliments on the food!

The grounds at Great River are breathtaking, but what truly sets this venue apart is the outstanding team. Their professionalism, warmth, and dedication are what we will remember most.
Ava
Ava Sent on 07/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding Venue

Great River is the perfect wedding reception venue! The property is absolutely stunning, making a beautiful backdrop for our special day. From start to finish, the service was flawless. The food was delicious—we are still receiving compliments from our guests! Abby, our event coordinator, was organized, responsive, and truly a joy to work with. Caitlin, our bridal concierge, made sure every detail was taken care of so we could fully enjoy our day without a single worry. Together, they went above and beyond to ensure that every element of our reception was perfect. From the stress-free planning, to the beautiful reception, we could not be happier with our decision to choose Great River for our wedding. Thanks to this beautiful venue and the incredible staff, our wedding day was everything we hoped it would be—and more. We highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a truly unforgettable wedding experience.
Sofia
Sofia Sent on 04/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!!

Our experience with Great River was perfection. If we could give it 1000 stars we would! The venue itself does not need a bunch of decor because it is already gorgeous. The staff were so supportive and communicative, answering our many many emails with the smallest questions throughout the entire process. We were not even worried about weather because all ceremony locations are stunning. When we couldn't have our cocktail hour in the original planned location due to weather, Great River was quick to refund us for this and create a new plan. We received so many compliments from the guests on the food and venue. Staff were also very communicative with our vendors and helped the day of run seamlessly. I wish we could relive our day over and over! Special shoutouts to Abby, Emily, and Chef Adkins. You all played such a big role in making our day so special!
Kara
Kara Sent on 04/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

100 Star service!!!

If I could leave Great River a 100 star review, I would. The entire staff was amazing, so incredibly attentive to every detail, and so nice, kind and helpful throughout the entire process. The food was spectacular, and all of their recommended vendors were top notch! We had such a great experience working with them, and they really made sure our day was so incredibly special. We also really enjoyed that our event was the only event of the day, which helped us feel so special!
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The Great River Golf Club is a beautiful venue. There staff is awesome, there food is great. The room feels very intimate and cozy. Two thumbs up!

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Incredible venue! I had the privilege of performing here for a wedding cocktail hour - the space is magnificent!

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Great River is truly a hidden gem! It is one of our favorite venue's to work in. The entire staff is so wonderful. From the moment a couple meets with one of their coordinators they will see how professional and amazing they will be to work with! There food is fantastic and service is great! A must see for any newly engaged couple. Danielle Farrer Flowers by Danielle,

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Great River Golf Club frequently asked questions

Great River Golf 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
Great River Golf Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Great River Golf Club includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Great River Golf Club for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Restaurant
Great River Golf Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Great River Golf Club offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Great River Golf Club offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
Great River Golf Club offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Great River Golf Club is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in average response time, 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.
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