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Salvatore’s Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk is a historic venue located in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Situated north of Boston in Merrimack Valley, this event venue is nestled in a historic, renovated mill. Couples will be surrounded by rustic charm and views overlooking the Merrimack River. Salvatore’s Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk can accommodate an intimate gathering or a grand affair.

Facilities and Capacity
Couples can accommodate up to 300 guests at this loft-like venue. Their banquet hall features exposed brick, high ceilings, expansive windows and lumbered columns. While the style is classic, they provide modern amenities to complement any type of decor. For your ceremony or cocktail hour, they provide a spacious deck with gorgeous views of the river.

Services Offered
This award-winning venue has been a part of the Boston wedding industry for over 10 years. They won WeddingWire’s Couples’ Choice Award for 2014-2015 and 2017-2018. Their experienced staff is committed to making sure your wedding is one of a kind. All of their wedding packages include a personal wedding coordinator the day of your wedding to ensure it’s a success. Their services include:

  • Bridal suite
  • Event planning
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Linens
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Event rentals
  • Lighting and sound

Cuisine
Salvatore’s Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk offers coupes two different catering packages: The Mills Buffett and the Riverwalk Plated. They also offer enhancements such as a one-hour open bar and a soup station during cocktail hour. Sample entrees include:

  • Grilled Sirloin with Au Jus
  • Citrus Salmon
  • Chicken Parmesan
  • Filet Mignon and Stuffed Shrimp


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Frequently asked questions

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?

$1,588

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

$1,587

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?

$500

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
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$14

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

House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Historic Building
Loft
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
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering Services
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations

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?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
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?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

February
March
November

Reviews of Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk

Shailagh
Shailagh Sent on 10/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Had such a great time!

Had an amazing experience planning our wedding at Salvatore’s riverwalk. Everyone raved about the food! Marci our wedding planner was great and accommodating throughout every step!
Kacey
Kacey Sent on 10/24/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best day of our lives

We went to Sal's because our parents wanted us to. We were pretty sure it was well put of our budget, but were pleasantly surprised to find it was actually affordable. We booked our date as soon as we could and began working with Marci. We are so happy Marci was there to help us plan our day, anytime we had a question or sent an email, she responded so quickly and took care of whatever we needed. She reassured is that everything would be taken care of and set up In-person meetings to make sure we were 100% satisfied. She went above and beyond on the day of our wedding and really brought our vision to life and then some. Everything was gorgeous and she really highlighted all the work we put into decorations. Marci even went as far to help me clean stains off my dress when I immediately spilled food on it. We seriously had the most perfect day, it was better than we ever imagined it could be and we attribute a lot of how smoothly things went to Salvatore's and Marci. We may even start an anniversary dinner tradition.


Thank you so much, Marci!!

Anne-Margaret
Anne-Margaret Sent on 10/07/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The best day!

We cannot thank our wedding coordinator Marci, the owner Mike, and all the staff at Salvatores enough for making our wedding day beyond what we could have ever dreamed of! From day 1, Marci was so helpful and accommodating to us. We made a lot of changes especially towards the end of our planning and Marci was extremely patient and kind to us during the whole process. Marci brought us out apps during group photos to make sure we were all eating. She even packed up leftover food from the buffet for us to take home. Our guests are still saying they had the best food they’ve ever had at a wedding, and they are so right! We had a late night pizza buffet which was absolutely delicious as well. The price is also very reasonable for the venue/ what’s included. I would 100% recommend Salvatores to anyone looking to get married. It was the best day of our lives!
B
B Conticchio Sent on 07/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Views, Delicious Food, & the BEST staff

We had our wedding at Salvatore's on July 13, 2019 – a gorgeous sunny day, perfect for a ceremony on the beautiful deck attached to the function hall which overlooks the river. From the moment we scheduled a tour to the wedding day itself, this was an incredible experience! Marci (the event director) was amazingly helpful, kind, and quick to respond to any email throughout the entire planning process. She handled any change leading up to the wedding smoothly and she and the Salvatore’s staff managed the whole set up of the function hall. They did an incredible and flawless job making every detail look so elegant. The function hall itself has a beautiful modern vibe to it and everything looks brand new. The food at Salvatore’s is unbelievably good! We chose the buffet style dinner to give our guests flexibility (for dietary needs such as gluten free and vegetarian), and our families are still talking about how amazing the food was that night! And you know how everyone says “at your wedding you don’t get to eat, you’re so busy and next thing you know the food is gone”? Well that doesn’t happen at Salvatore’s! Not only did Marci and the servers make sure we had everything we wanted for dinner and they didn’t take our plates away without asking first, but they also packed us a midnight snack of food to take with us! Such an appreciated thing! The servers were incredible, professional, friendly, and were even singing along with us at the event. The bartender is of course a party’s best friend, and while we didn’t pick signature drinks of the night he definitely found one that everyone loved and kept asking for (blue long island iced tea). We are really appreciative of everyone’s help in making our wedding amazing! My husband and I have talked about this several times since the wedding, Salvatore’s was the perfect place to have our wedding – everything was above and beyond our expectation and we are so very happy!
D
Daniela Sent on 06/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing hospitality

Marcie jennings was top notch for me her amazing work made everything so easy for us I could’ve not had picked a better place to get married I highly recommend this function hall
B
Breanna Sent on 05/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Went above and beyond my expectations!

I can not say enough good things about Sals, Colleen McManus, and her staff!!! We had a big outdoor wedding in October, and it was everything we could have hoped for and more. The day ran so smoothly and ahead of schedule. The room was set up perfectly with 2 buffet stations and 2 bars, to keep the lines moving quickly. The dance floor and the tables were spaced out nicely and, didn’t feel crowded at all. This was one of our main concerns with 180 guests. They also set the deck up with cocktail tables durning the reception. It gave people the option to sit outside and enjoy cocktails and cigars without all the noise. It was perfect and everyone loved that!

I meet Colleen at a wedding expo and was excited because Sal’s had the exact charm we were looking for. I knew when booked the venue that we were in good hands and I had nothing to worry about. Colleen was very attentive and answered all my emails and calls very quickly, and gave us some great suggestions. On the day of the wedding she was racing around everywhere to make sure everything was taken care of and that the guests were comfortable. Joe the bartender was charming to all of our guests and everyone loved his personality and drinks!

Fernado the chief was amazing!! All of the food came out piping hot and was delicious. I got so many messages the next day saying,” It was the best food they have had at a wedding”! My husband is Haitian and we wanted a few items that had an island feel. Fernando certainly delivered that, people were raving about everything he cooked. It was awesome to be able to incorporate both styles of food at our wedding! We were so busy chatting with all of our guests we barely had time to eat. Colleen was so thoughtful and packed up our food for us to enjoy later that night, and it hit the spot!

If you are considering booking your wedding here don’t wait!! The food, service, venue, and value are outstanding. You will not be disappointed! We also love that we can go to the restaurant and enjoy dinner and reminisce about our special day!!
L
Leanne Sent on 10/24/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue

Wonderful experience!! We had a beautiful wedding here! The venue is beautiful and service was great!!
L
Lauren Sent on 10/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Wedding

We had our wedding at Salvatore’s Event and Conference Center in October of 2018 and we are beyond pleased with the overall experience!

Marci, the event coordinator, is not only the nicest and most caring person to work with but also the ultimate professional. She is knowledgeable, responsive, and intuitive. I am so grateful to have had her by my side for the entire wedding! She not only calmed my nerves but diffused any and all near glitches. Simply stated: Marci is the best.

As a wedding venue, Salvatore’s is the best value around. We received many compliments on the food (even from the pickiest of guests). The staff was great and everyone loved the bartender Joe!

I will forever recommend Salvatore’s! Thank you for a beautiful wedding!
L
Laura Sent on 10/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Marci was incredible and the staff that evening was fantastic!! It was a beautiful night and everyone enjoyed their time!
H
Hayley Sent on 09/25/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all the hard work you and the staff at Salvatore's did for Hayley and George's wedding last Saturday. It was absolutely perfect!! So many people commented to me how beautiful the venue was, how fabulous the food was, and how magical the night turned out! With all the planning we did over the past year, you were able to pull it all together for us and make the night memorable. Thank you!!
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Awards

62
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Nick Lamberti Professional Mobile Disc Jockey Nick Lamberti Professional Mobile Disc Jockey Wedding DJs

I have done several parties at Salvatores and the staff and food are excellent thank you !

Foto Factory Foto Factory Wedding Photographers

Wonderful venue, great staff, delicious food. Highly recommend.

Frederick's Pastries Frederick's Pastries Wedding Cakes

A beautiful venue and everyone is extremely easy to work with! The food is always fresh and delicious! A great place to host a function and event!

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Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk frequently asked questions

Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk 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
Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
The space offered by Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
  • Loft
  • Waterfront
Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Catering Services
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Salvatore's Event & Conference Center at Riverwalk is recommended by 99% 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 average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.9 in value.
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