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Reception
$15,000 starting price
Ceremony
$750 starting price
Reception
$11,700 starting price
Ceremony
$750 starting price
These prices are available for the months of May, Jun, Sep, Oct. These prices are available for the months of Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Jul, Aug, Nov, Dec.

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Running Deer Golf Club is a stunning and charming wedding venue filled with character in Pittsgrove, New Jersey. From the breathtaking wooded scenery to the elegant ballrooms and five-star cuisine, the perfect romantic evening is possible with Running Deer. This venue offers not only gorgeous scenery, but an exceptional staff that will ensure every detail of your big day goes just as planned. If you are looking for a wedding venue that will 'wow' your guests and a place to build lasting memories, choose Running Deer Golf Club.

Facilities and Capacity
Running Deer offers both indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception spaces to plan your dream wedding. The most popular wedding ceremony space is the Timbers, a rustic outdoor ceremony space and Pergola set to a stunning wooded background. This unique ceremony site offers privacy and breathtaking natural scenery. If you opt for an indoor ceremony, the Timbers is still a great place for wedding portraits. Running Deer also offers an outdoor patio perfect for cocktail hour. These scenic patio areas offer a perfect view of the hilly golf course. Inside, you can host your reception in the grand ballroom, complete with cathedral ceilings and floor-length windows for a view of the natural scenery. The couple and wedding party will have access to two distinct spaces for pre-wedding prep. One suite has floor length mirrors, a vanity and plush couches, while the other has a flat screen TV, card room, and overstuff seating for your wedding party to relax and get ready for the big day. In total, Running Deer can accommodate up to 200 guests.

Services Offered
Running Deer Golf Club offers customizable on-site ceremony options to suit every couple’s style. You will work with a private events director to build a wedding package and plan that captures the essence of your day the way you envision it. Each wedding package includes an on-site wedding coordinator who will then ensure each detail is executed, so you don’t have to worry on your big day. Running Deer offers five-star catering services and a variety of menu options to choose from.

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Frequently asked questions

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

No

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

$15,000

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

$11,700

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?

$750

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

$750

Which of the following are included in 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
Dessert
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
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Country/Golf Club

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
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
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?

Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
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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4.9 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
187 Reviews
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96% Recommended by couples
Hannah
Hannah A. Sent on 03/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

My dream venue

Running Deer Golf Club was our DREAM venue!! The space is beautiful and so easy to make it your own to match the vibe of your wedding! So much was included in our package that it made our decision to book so easy! The gorgeous bridal suite and them having a grooms suite sold us!!! All of the staff member along the way were always SO helpful and quick to respond. Jessica was amazing to work with and was so sweet and accommodating to our wishes! Heather, our concierge on the day of, went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care at every minute!! The staff was truly amazing!! ALL of our guests had so much fun and many people told us it was the best wedding they had ever been to! The food was AMAZING and there was so much of it to go around- no one left hungry! We wish we could relive the entire day! If you're consider Running Deer as your venue- BOOK NOW!
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Erica H. Sent on 12/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day of our Lives!

Hands down, the best day of our lives. Before we even toured here, I knew this was our venue. I had loved it from the outside looking in, and only hoped it would meet our expectations.

From the planning, to the day of, Running Deer was absolutely amazing. We chose to get married in the timbers ceremony space. My vision truly came to life. Miranda, Kaitlyn, & Jessica gave reminders amount payments, answered all questions at the 2 month details meeting, and dealt with my last minute changes. The set up was PERFECTION.

As for the day of, I cannot think of one regret/thing that went wrong on RD’s part. The staff was absolutely awesome. My guests and family members raved about the service, how good the food was, and how this was the best wedding they’ve ever been to. We were truly blessed to have the most amazing team of vendors and blown away by the care Running Deer provided to us on our wedding day. It was truly a day to remember and we cannot thank them enough for bringing our dream
to life!
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Matt G. Sent on 11/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful scenery and great team

My wife and I can't say enough about the amazing experience of getting married at Running Deer. First of all the location is beautiful. The club is in a gorgeous rural area at the end of a long road with beautiful homes on either side. It feels so private. We got married in The Timbers outdoor seating area amongst the trees away from the building (highly recommend). There is a large patio area for outdoor cocktail hour, but we were also guests at a wedding that had their cocktail hour inside and that worked fine as well. The ballroom is spacious (we had 15 guest tables fit easily).

Running Deer is a popular venue and many local vendors are used to working there, it seems. Our photographer and videographer had been there many times and knew the best shots to get. They worked seamlessly with the wedding coordinators. Speaking of, shout out to Miranda, Jessica, and all of the staff who helped us throughout the process. They were very quick to respond to emails and explained things well. We had a long details meeting about 3 months in advance of the wedding date and then handled smaller things via email from there on. Rehearsal night and morning of, they were accessible and let us work on setting things up in the space.

They have comfortable bride and groom suites, many beautiful decorative items available to borrow, a room dedicated to a dessert buffet (at least we made sure to include this in our package), fire pits outside, and they work with a local bakery so the cake is included in the package.

I can't imagine having a much easier time planning a wedding. Running Deer made it an incredible night for us.
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Team

Kaitlyn  Gallo
Kaitlyn Gallo
Private Events Director

Meet Kate, the Private Events Manager!

Kate graduated from Wilmington University for Business Management. The wedding/event industry had always been something she had an interest in, but she never really knew how to get started. After taking a few courses geared toward event sales/management, she was hooked!

Kate’s absolute favorite part of a wedding day is getting to spend the few moments with the bride or groom right before
they walk down the aisle. She said that the couple is usually always a bit nervous, so she likes to distract them with questions
about how they met each other, how they proposed, etc. It eases the nerves and helps put the focus on their partner and love story right before they make it official!

One fun fact about Kate is that her favorite movie is Pretty Woman. When she’s not at her venue, she is spending time with her family and friends!

Riley Mustaro
Riley Mustaro
Private Events Manager

Riley is an La Salle University School of Business alum! After graduating she attended, Rizzieri Cosmetology School, where she obtained her liscense. This led her to start doing wedding hair and makeup. During the trials, and the big day, she would love to hear brides talk about piecing their big day together. Ultimately, Riley began to build a passion for event sales, and with that she took a chance and made it her career!

Riley’s favorite part of a wedding day are the bridal party entrances into the reception. She says “it really shows everyone’s personalities”, “all the nervous jitters they had throughout the day, are over with so they can finally celebrate their love with everyone.”

One fun fact about Riley is that she has 6 siblings! When she’s not at Ramblewood she loves spending time with her family and her 3 goldendoodle pups.

Jessica Nixholm
Jessica Nixholm
Event Producer

Jessica is our resident local, born and raised right here in Pittsgrove, and a graduate of Schalick High School. Jessica graduated with a B.S. in Event Management with a minor in Hospitality Management from University of Central Florida.

After working in a few country clubs as a server in the past (Running Deer included!), Jessica loved having a hand in the success of different events, which is why she ultimately chose that as her focus in college at UCF.

Her favorite part of the wedding is seeing the wedding party all dressed up and watching the married couple’s excitement and love for each other during the ceremony and reception.

A fun fact about Jessica is that she spent 8+ years as an Attractions Operations Supervisor at Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, FL! Here she learned the ins and outs of theme park operations, specifically focusing on managing the guest and team member experience at the rides.

“It was such a unique experience that I never thought I would be involved with but it was great being able to interact with people from diverse backgrounds and create lifelong vacation memories for guests.”

When Jessica is not at Running Deer, she loves spending quality time with family. After being away from home and family while living in Orlando for about 12 years, her days off are spent with family and helping out as best she can. Jessica also has two cats that she absolutely adores and enjoy traveling when she can!

Professional Network & Endorsements

14 Endorsements
Valleybrook Country Club by Ron Jaworski Weddings Valleybrook Country Club by Ron Jaworski Weddings Country Club Weddings

Running Deer Golf Course is a Sister Course of Valleybrook Country Club. Running Deer is located in Pittsgrove NJ. If you are looking for a Rustic Wedding then look no further. Running Deer offers a beautiful Grand Ballroom with Cathedral Ceilings. Contact Olivia Michalkiewicz to plan the Wedding of your Dreams at 856 358-2000 ext. 215

Serena Star Photography Serena Star Photography Wedding Photographers

I've worked here many times and the staff is always amazing! The venue is gorgeous with an A framed ballroom with high ceilings, which makes it a photographer's dream to shoot at.

AlimarioPhoto LLC AlimarioPhoto LLC Wedding Photographers

Running Deer is THE place to have your wedding ceremony and reception. The bridal suite is a spacious, gorgeous place to get ready in even for the largest bridal parties. The surroundings are beautiful - everywhere you look is a photo opp! The staff is super-friendly and treats brides and grooms as if they're royalty. The food and desserts are as good as any five star restaurant in Philly. If you want an amazing, stress-free, and a beautifully picturesque wedding, have it at Running Deer!

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