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About

Located in Southwest Michigan, The Boardwalk is a waterfront venue along the St. Joseph River. The property sits at the end of a quiet drive surrounded by natural beauty, with the vibrant downtowns of St. Joe, Benton Harbor just a quick drive away. Leave the city behind and design your wedding on 5 acres by the river.

Facilities and Capacity

The variety of available spaces throughout The Boardwalk allows for creative exploration of ambiance and flow. These cultivated spaces emphasize the sweeping outdoor views of the natural beauty in this secluded hideaway.

To assist in decisions, the venue provides recommendations based on the time of day and year to best capture the moment. Host a tranquil waterfront ceremony in the meadow, an afternoon of outdoor lawn games during cocktail hour, or a comfortable evening dining in the air-conditioned banquet hall. The venue can be booked for a weekend-long wedding, with plenty of time before the day itself to relax and rehearse by the river.

About Us

The Boardwalk is run by a husband-and-wife team dedicated to making special moments for you and your guests. Doors opened for bookings and tours in July 2022 after years of construction. Reach out today for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, reunion, or celebratory event needs.

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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?

10,000

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

$6,000

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

8

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Beach
Garden
Park
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
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
November
December

Reviews of The Boardwalk

Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 09/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Has it all!

This venue is built with heart by a lovely couple so you can see and feel the love in many ways. The venue is picturesque and peaceful since it is secluded by the beautiful, lush nature surrounding it. It was everything we were looking for our moment and brought all the feels to our moment. They set the tone with little details like putting our music on and making it special for us. This special place was the highlight of our day. They were so thoughtful and the place has so much to offer with a classic river boardwalk, a beach, lounging areas indoor and outdoor including places for getting ready, playing a game of pool, indulging in treats by the fire, and enjoying company as well as a fancy car! Great place & great people. Everything you could look and ask for and photos to cherish forever
Nic
Nic S. Sent on 04/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The absolute best!

Had my wedding here 04/20/23 and it was everything. The view is breathtaking and will have guests talking about it long after the event. Matt and Kathryn are the nicest people who will go beyond just to make sure you have the best event! If you’re looking for a venue that will make you feel like royalty then this is the one!
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The Boardwalk frequently asked questions

The Boardwalk includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The space offered by The Boardwalk for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Beach
  • Garden
  • Park
  • Waterfront
The Boardwalk offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Boardwalk offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Boardwalk offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
The Boardwalk offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
The Boardwalk is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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