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Harry Parker Boathouse is a banquet hall and outdoor tent wedding venue located in Brighton, Massachusetts. This waterfront space offers a mixture of a splendid, serene setting and a contemporary design. Boasting ample space for the happy couple to host their ceremony and reception, this truly is a wonderful venue that matches the unforgettable nature of your amazing occasion.

https://www.communityrowing.org/corporate-special-events/private-events-and-spaces

Facilities and Capacity

Owned and operated by Community Rowing Inc (CRI), Harry Parker Boathouse provides an elegant and sophisticated area for hosting your once-in-a-lifetime celebration.

Contained within the boathouse is a 3,040 square-foot space called the Community Room that provides a charming place for throwing the festivities which you have always wanted to experience. This space is on the second floor, and it also offers two balconies that overlook the scenic Charles River.

Outside, CRI has a 40'X70' tent, complete with lighting and flooring. Located right next to the docks, the tent gives stunning views of the Charles River. With options for drive up food trucks and photo booths and ample room for supplied yard games like cornhole and giant Jenga, this location is fun and customizable for any couple.

A calm, beautiful, and picturesque place, there is as much to admire inside as there is on the outside.

Undoubtedly, the Harry Parker Boathouse would easily accommodate a maximum of 200 people inside or outside, meaning that you can comfortably arrange the wedding extravaganza that you have always wanted. Together with your friends and family, you can enjoy a beverage as you admire the river at night.

Services Offered

Harry Parker Boathouse can recommend a list of preferred names who have worked with them in the past, but do not have exclusive vendors. They can also point the couple in the right direction when it comes to planners, event rental businesses, entertainers, photographers, florists, and others. They provide an onsite building mananger and facilities person. Your catering team will also have access to their tables, chairs, and yard games.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Parking
Tables

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
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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Chairs
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

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4.9 out of 5 rating
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100% Recommended by couples
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R T Sent on 12/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Unique, flexible, on budget

Having never planned a wedding before, the harry parker boathouse and community rowing inc was wonderful to work with. We worked with Carlie and Shawn, and both were very helpful throughout the whole process. The venue was unique, flexible, and on budget for what we wanted, and we would be happy to work with CRI again.

The dock? So lovely. The tent? Very fun. The community room/upstairs space? Also very fun-- we had a slideshow in the background, and plenty of room for dancing and dinner.
I loved how we were allowed to bring in catering/vendors of our choice, without having to be tied into a venue's set of contracted vendors or a hotel's specific food staff. Also, a comment specific to Boston, the large parking lot on site was great, while still being relatively close to the city. Many other unique places that I looked at were either very expensive for the amount of time you could rent it out or expensive for the people capacity, and/or they were very inflexible about catering or other vendors. My husband was also really worried about being either too hot in the summer, or potentially getting rained on, so less expensive options with less protection from the elements were nixed by him. The harry parker boathouse really met all of our needs (bride: unique venue and flexible catering options; groom: within budget, have option if it is too hot or too rainy, and not be super far from city).

All in all, I am very happy with how the venue looks in the photos, how we were able to transform the spaces to our own liking, and how it felt more relaxed/comfortable for me and my now husband. The boats also gave our guests something else to talk about, so out of towners could hear more about the regatta and rowing and how community rowing does a lot for the community.
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Emily Sent on 10/23/2016
5 out of 5 rating
The Harry Parker Boathouse is a unique and beautiful space to get married. The venue can be customized to meet any bride and groom's needs. We got married outside on the dock, had a cocktail hour in the beautiful space between the main boathouse and the sculling boathouse, and then had our reception upstairs. Theresa Fitzpatrick and her team completely transform the space from a workout gym into a beautiful event venue. Theresa is responsive, efficient, and reasonable. She is no-nonsense and so helpful to have on site the day of to help execute all of the little details. She did several walk throughs with me, my family, and my vendors. I really appreciated her attention to detail and loved getting married at the boathouse!
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Sandra Sent on 10/25/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The boathouse was an incredible location. We were looking for a venue that would be appropriate for both a ceremony and reception, close enough to the airport since we had a number of out-of-town guests coming in, parking, and beautiful! Not a lot to ask for right? :) We found that with the boathouse. From my first conversation with Sharanya, the boathouse coordinator, I felt in good hands and taken care of! Sharanya responded promptly to emails, addressed any concerns and helped to trouble shoot some issues that came up. Guests raved about how peaceful and beautiful the location was. Truly an amazing spot and I am so grateful we were able to book it. Make sure to book early! There's isn't a kitchen on premises, so something to think about when you're booking the space.
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Carlie Carbeck
Carlie Carbeck
Community Engagement Manager

Carlie first got involved with CRI as a runner on their 2022 Boston Marathon Team. After the marathon, Carlie was glad to join the CRI Development team as their Community Engagement Manager.

She has a dual bachelors degree in English and Public Relations and ample collegiate programing, philanthropy, service, and mission experience from Iona College. Carlie is currently studying for her masters in Writing and Publishing from Emerson College.

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Peppers Artful Events Peppers Artful Events Wedding Caterers

Harry Parker Boathouse is without a doubt a unique and outstanding Event location in the Boston area for a unique a joyful wedding. It just has that special feeling, a buzz that you and your guests are sure to enjoy. Peppers has enjoyed and been fortunate to have worked seamlessly with the terrific Staff at the boathouse for over 5 years and it just gets better and better. Great couples, great camaraderie and an opportunity to put together terrific wedding experiences for a lifetime of special, romantic wedding memories. Don't hesitate, to give the Harry Parker Boathouse a call and a visit, as its an amazing Venue.

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Harry Parker Boathouse frequently asked questions

Harry Parker Boathouse includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Parking
  • Tables
The space offered by Harry Parker Boathouse for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Waterfront
Harry Parker Boathouse offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Harry Parker Boathouse offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Harry Parker Boathouse offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Harry Parker Boathouse offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
Harry Parker Boathouse is recommended by 97% 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 flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.7 in average response time.

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