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Alex Alexander
Alex Alexander
Director of Sales

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Based in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, NorthRiver Yacht Club is one of the most unique wedding venues in the Southeast. Being honored to be chosen as the Best Wedding Venue in Tuscaloosa in 2018 and 2019, NorthRiver is known for its elegant spaces, breathtaking views, and welcoming atmosphere. It is the perfect place for the once-in-a-lifetime wedding of your dreams! We would be honored to give you the fairytale wedding you have always dreamed of.

NorthRiver Offers:

  • Multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony locations.
  • Panoramic views of Lake Tuscaloosa.
  • Full wedding locations to suit your vision, from refined upscale to casual lakefront weddings
  • The space and ability to host weddings for groups of 30 to 500.
  • Full catering services (we are the sole catering and bar provider on the property at NorthRiver).
  • Complete bar services - from a light champagne toast to a full-scale, top-shelf bar, we've got you covered!
  • No vendor limitations - bring in vendors you already know or choose from our list of experienced vendors.
  • Access to the venue on your special day from 8 am to 11 pm with suites for the bridal party and groomsmen to relax, get ready, and enjoy their day.
  • A Troon-managed 54-room boutique hotel steps away from the yacht club building that offers room blocks for weddings booked at NorthRiver.

We value our brides and grooms and know that weddings can be stressful to plan and execute. Our wedding packages are designed to include as many services as we can offer you so that your venue is not one of the details you'll have to worry about on your wedding day!

Wedding Packages Include:

  • No hourly limits: use the building from 8 am- 11 pm.
  • Setup & clean-up of ceremony & reception areas
  • Rehearsal time on the day before your wedding
  • Dressing rooms for the wedding party
  • White or black linens
  • All necessary reception tables, chairs, tableware, glassware, silverware
  • Unlimited phone or in-person meetings with our experienced event planners to help you select your menus, drinks, and floor plans

We would love to give you a tour of the NorthRiver property and introduce you to the breathtaking venue we call home.

You can enjoy more pictures of our venue on our online gallery.

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Pricing information

Starting at $11,500
Couples usually spend $14,400
WeddingWire estimate
Reception
$5,000 starting price
Ceremony
$5,000 starting price
Bar service
$32 per person
These prices are available for the months of March through December.
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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?

$5,000

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

$3,000

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?

$5,000

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

$3,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

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

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$32

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

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

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club
Historic Building
Museum
Rooftop
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
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
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

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 Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February

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Reviews of NorthRiver Yacht Club

Weddingwire
4.9/5 31 reviews
Google
4.7/5 67 reviews
G
Gabby Sent on 11/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best place to have a wedding! They make sure everything is done exactly the way you want!

Hannah was absolutely amazing! Anything I wanted she made sure it happened. The day of the wedding my family and I along with our parties were taken such great care of. The staff is amazing and the venue itself is breath taking.
Ansley
Ansley Sent on 08/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing job!

The whole team was phenomenal. They made the day so easy!
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 07/15/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Love NorthRiver Yacht Club

Working with NorthRiver Yacht Club and having our wedding there was a dream. They were very flexible as we watched weather to determine best place to have the ceremony and reception, plus the venue is all-around gorgeous! Would recommend.
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Awards

31
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
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Team

Alex Alexander
Alex Alexander
Director of Sales
Samantha Phaturos
Samantha Phaturos
Events Coordinator

Professional Network & Endorsements

Live Free Photography Live Free Photography Wedding Photographers

Exceptional venue! Totally unique atmosphere! The vibes are welcoming, southern bohemian, and classic. We would recommend this place to any bride looking for the perfect location.

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With views of Lake Tuscaloosa combined with a perfectly manicured golf course and multiple gorgeous event venues, you can't beat North River Yacht Club for hosting your next meeting, event or wedding reception. We've partnered with the experienced planners at North River multiple times and have always enjoyed their professionalism and flexibility.

heidi elnora Atelier heidi elnora Atelier Wedding Dresses

What and incredible and unique venue in the most gorgeous setting in Tuscaloosa! Between the amazing decor and first-class level of service, you cannot go wrong with choosing North River Yacht Club! XO, heidi elnora Atelier Team

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NorthRiver Yacht Club frequently asked questions

NorthRiver Yacht Club includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
NorthRiver Yacht Club includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at NorthRiver Yacht Club includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by NorthRiver Yacht Club for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Country/Golf Club
  • Historic Building
  • Museum
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
NorthRiver Yacht Club offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
NorthRiver Yacht Club offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
NorthRiver Yacht Club offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
NorthRiver Yacht Club offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Tables
NorthRiver Yacht 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 professionalism, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in average response time.

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