Anchored on Northlake Union in Seattle, Washington is the MV Skansonia, a magnificent boat venue that hosts weddings. This one-of-a-kind location offers couples the chance to exchange vows on the water, gazing out at the Seattle skyline. Guests will not be disappointed by this extraordinary location, top-class service, and excellent cuisine.
Facilities and Capacity
The boat offers both indoor and outdoor event spaces aboard the ship. The interiors offer an authentic feel, with white wood-paneled walls and charming porthole windows. For those who wish to marry outdoors, they can wed under a wooden arbor on the deck, with waterfront views. Get-ready rooms are available for the couple to prepare aboard the vessel.
Services Offered
This venue caters to engagement parties, ceremonies, receptions and rehearsal dinners. They offer the services of an in-house professional florist to create an array of gorgeous original centerpieces and decorations. The venue can provide a team of dedicated staff to assist with event planning and to serve the cuisine and libations throughout the celebrations. They will take care of the setup and cleanup of the event for the couple’s convenience. The ship also offers full bar service, accommodating both cash and open bars. They can provide a range of options, including house wines and beers, signature cocktails, and premium liquors. Couples may also bring their own alcohol. All-inclusive packages are available for events, and include items such as:
Chairs
China
Glassware
Flatware
Linens
Cuisine
Catering will be provided by Landmark Event Co. caterers, who offer a range of delicious and exciting dishes using fresh produce, creating an unforgettable flavor. Couples may avail of tastings before the event. These caterers are equally skilled in a variety of desserts such as doughnuts, macaroons and cake pops in addition to wedding cakes. Custom-designed menus are available and can be served in a variety of ways, including:
Buffets
Hors d'oeuvres
Family style
Plated meals
Food stations
Location
Thanks to its superb location in the center of Seattle, this venue is close to a wide host of amenities, including top-class accommodation. Visitors can undertake a tour of Seattle, stopping at hotspots such as the Statue of Lenin, the Freemont Troll, and the Woodland Park Zoo. History fans can stroll around the University of Washington campus. The location is also a short drive from both domestic and international airports.
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We are both from Illinois and wanted to give our guests a truly Seattle experience. This was it. The staff was amazing to work with, gave us extremely helpful suggestions, and truly took effort to get us the special day we were looking for. They were extremely responsive and helped us numerous times with all our questions. The venue offers decor, catering, and floral options which made planning so much easier (plus, the options were awesome)! The food was FANTASTIC. Our guests have told us again and again how they usually hate wedding food, but loved our menu. So impressed and happy with how our wedding turned out and can't recommend the Skansonia enough!
Sent on 09/26/2019
The MV Skansonia's reply:
Thank you so much Harrison & Seth!! We are so happy for you both (and Marcy). You wedding was so much fun :)
Wesley Nell
· Married on 09/22/2018
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Wedding planning made so easy and stress-free
Love this venue and their staff! They are extremely easy to work with and very responsive. They seem to adapt well to however you and your partner treat wedding planning. We are not super into wedding planning so it was fantastic for us to have a one-stop shop for everything. I really appreciated their flexibility as well. We brought in all of our own alcohol and dessert and our dogs! And the venue, what is not to love? Views of the city, mountains, water, and Gas Park. I want to live on this boat. I would recommend this venue in a heartbeat to friends and family.
Sent on 11/02/2018
Tiffany
· Married on 07/22/2018
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
From our first tour of the venue to the last dance on our wedding night, the MV Skansonia met and exceeded all our expectations! The Skansonia provides the perfect backdrop! The inside and outside details of the boat are unique, very vintage and everything I dreamed of for our special day! The staff is so attentive and kind and made sure the focus was always on us and making the day perfect! The food was phenomenal, the flowers absolutely beautiful and the bakery brought my dessert vision to life! Our friends and family are still talking about our wedding and how perfect of a venue it was! My husband and I will forever reminisce about the best day of our lives in what we believe was the best location and venue to begin our forever together!
Sent on 09/08/2018
The MV Skansonia's reply:
Thank you so much for this wonderful review and for choosing the Skansonia to celebrate. Congratulations Tiffany & Joe!!!
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?
$ 1000
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
$ 1000
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?
$ 850
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-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
Dessert
Wedding Cake
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$ 20
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
House Beer
House Wine
What is the maximum capacity of your venue?
250
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
25
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
1
Describe your venue:
Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Boat/Yacht
Historic Building
Waterfront
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Scenic Views
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?
All Inclusive Packages
Bar Services
Cake
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Lighting / Sound
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Set Up
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
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories
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?
June
July
August
September
December
What months are included in your off-peak season?
January
February
March
April
May
October
November
3 Wedding Deals & Discounts
Small Ceremony Package 2020
Celebrate your love in 2020 with a small ceremony or elopement on board the Skansonia ferry boat.
Package Includes:
Full Venue for up to 3 hours
Up to 20 Guests
A Post Ceremony Champagne Toast for up to 20 Guests
Ceremony Set-Up and Break Down
All Staffing Needed
Price $1000 (tax and service not included)
~Add-ons available, including but not limited to additional beverages, catering and dessert, and floral and decor. Additional guests welcome although additional fees may apply.
Photo Credit: Matt Romel Photography
Weekday Romance
Book your ceremony and reception at the MV Skansonia Monday through Thursday and the ceremony fee will be waived ($850 Value).
For new bookings only. Valid for all 2020 and 2021 weddings. Expires 12/31/2020. Limitations apply. Holidays are not applicable.
Fridays Light Up the Night
Book a Friday evening ceremony and reception and receive complimentary tea-light package and table runners for all reception tables. New Bookings Only.
Professional Network & Endorsements
14 Endorsements
Photography by Nicolette Wedding Photographers
I love this venue so much that I chose it for my own wedding! The view is fantastic and I liked the convenience of getting so many services under one roof. The staff are friendly and I enjoy going back to this venue for photography, videography & photo booth events!
Photography by Nicolette Wedding Photographers
I love this venue so much that I chose it for my own wedding! The view is fantastic and I liked the convenience of getting so many services under one roof. The staff are friendly and I enjoy going back to this venue for photography, videography & photo booth events!
Photography by Nicolette Wedding Photographers
I love this venue so much that I chose it for my own wedding! The view is fantastic and I liked the convenience of getting so many services under one roof. The staff are friendly and I enjoy going back to this venue for photography, videography & photo booth events!
205 NE Northlake Way Dock A Seattle, WA, 98105 See on map
206-203-4483(Phone number)
Mon: Closed
Tues 11:00am-6:00pm
Weds 11:00am-6:00pm
Thurs: 11:00am-6:00pm
Fri: 11:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 11:00am-6:00pm
Sun: By Appointment Only
