The Complete Wedding Package
Guest Room Accommodations & Bridal Suite
Allow your guests to enjoy the comfortable overnight accommodations at The Inn at Swarthmore, out-of-towners and locals alike! Our suites can also provide plenty of space for you to prepare for your walk down the aisle - the perfect bridal suite.
Better yet... we will provide a complimentary suite to the newly married couple on their big day!
Ceremony
Impress your guests with the beauty of the Swarthmore College Campus. Ranked in the top 10 Most Beautiful College Campus Wedding Venues, the Swarthmore College Amphitheater is the ideal setting to say “I Do.”
Reception
The Gathering Room at The Inn at Swarthmore offers a beautiful simplicity, ideal for receptions up to 120 guests. The space boasts high ceilings, natural light, and a relaxed pre-function area – all showcasing lovely repurposed wood fixtures. Choose from an abundant buffet dinner, or an elegant plated meal – each complete with a complimentary champagne toast!
After Party
The Broad Table Tavern is the Inn’s on-site farm-to-table restaurant, with menus inspired by the seasons. Our BTT Bar is the perfect spot for those guests who want to continue the party! With 20 local and seasonal beers on tap, and a late-night menu, your big day can continue into the early hours.
Vendors
The Inn at Swarthmore has partnered with some of the industry’s best wedding vendors, and we are happy to share them with you! From local photographers, DJs, and florists to ice sculptures and more – our friends can offer their services to make your big day seamless.
Guest Rooms & Bridal Suite
The Inn at Swarthmore offers 40 guestrooms and suites. Our spacious king and double queen rooms display exclusive artwork for Swarthmore College students and alumni. Guestrooms are equipped with comfortable bedding and spacious closets that travelers will appreciate.
Room Blocks
We offer discounted room blocks for your wedding party, from 5 rooms up to 20. Making reservations is easy! You can provide your guests with the hotel phone number, which can be placed on your save-the-dates or invitations, making room reservations easy for all!
And as our very special guests, we are happy to offer the happy couple a complimentary suite on their wedding night!
Bridal Suite
We know that a lot of preparations go into creating the wedding day of your dreams. The same goes for final preparations before the official “I do’s.” Our suites provide the perfect space for you and your bridal party to prepare – bring on the hair and make-up teams! Equipped with spacious bathrooms, full-length mirrors, and plenty of square footage, your bridal suite will be the perfect room for your friends, family, and beauty crew! Suites are offered at the nightly discounted group rate.
The Ceremony
Located on the beautiful Swarthmore College campus, The Inn at Swarthmore is pleased to be able to offer the Amphitheater as the location to say your wedding vows. The amphitheater is ranked in the top 10 for Most Beautiful College Campus Wedding Venues, and is truly a site to see! Surrounded by mature trees and lush greenery, your guests will be in awe of this natural setting.
The Swarthmore Amphitheater is available on weekends from mid-June – mid-August and during college breaks.
Rental Requirements
- Rental fee negotiated with Swarthmore College
- Special Event Insurance is required (i.e. Wedsafe) listing Swarthmore College as an additional insured
- Inclement weather guidelines will apply
Additional Information
- No food is permitted in the Amphitheater
- All decorations must be approved in advance
- ADA access is at the top of the Amphitheater and is the responsibility of the renter
To reserve the Amphitheater, please complete the Event Request Form on the Swarthmore College website.
The Reception
Package Includes
- Five-Hour Open Bar Service
- One Reception Display for Cocktail Hour
- Four Passed Hors D’oeuvres for Cocktail Hour
- Champagne Toast
- Plated or Buffet Dinner
- Ivory Floor-Length Tablecloths & Choice of Color Napkins
- Votive Candles for Cocktail and Dining Tables
- On-Site Event Coordinator
Cocktail Hour
Displays
Choice of 1
- Vegetable Crudites: pickled sweet bell peppers • grilled asparagus • baby carrots • celery • broccoli florets • tomatoes • marinated mushrooms • chive crème fraiche
- Artisanal Cheeses & Charcuteries: assorted artisanal cheeses • marmalades • crackers • grapes • assorted cured meats • olives • pickles • mozzarella • crusty bread
- Mediterranean Mezze: tabbouleh • hummus • tomatoes • feta • olives • artichokes • pickled peppers • crusty bread
Hors d'oeuvres
Choice of 4
Hot:
- Fried Lump Crab Cakes: roasted garlic • lemon aioli
- Sriracha Chicken Dumpling: plum sauce
- Bacon Wrapped Scallops
- Cheesesteak Spring Roll: sriracha ketchup
- Braised Beef Taco: pickled onion • crema
- Fried Ravioli Bites: house marinara
- Vegetable Spring Roll
- Crispy Cauliflower Bites
Cold:
- Lump Crab Phyllo Cups
- Melon Prosciutto Skewer: mozzarella • basil • balsamic glaze
- Grilled Chicken Salad: apple • gorgonzola • belgium endive
- Shrimp Cocktail
- Smoked Salmon Deviled Egg: capers • chives
- Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Skewers
- Greek Cucumber Cups: olive tapenade • feta • dill
Plated Dinner
$155 per guest | price includes tax & gratuityStarters
choice of 1
- Romain Salad: shaved parmesan • olive oil • croutons • anchovy dressing
- Simple Greens Salad: tomato • cucumber • carrot and lemon vinaigrette
- Greens & Reds: beets • pistachio • goat cheese • orange-champagne vinaigrette
- Seasonal Soup
Entrees
choice of 3
- Stuffed Chicken: roasted vegetables • garlic mashed potatoes
- Crusted Market Fish: risotto • seasonal vegetable
- Braised Short Rib: truffle polenta • braised kale
- Filet Mignon: sauteed spinach • confit of fingerling potato
- Roasted Vegetables: hummus tart
- Duet Dish Option - add Crab Cake +$4
*Counts must be provided to Catering Manager 72 hours prior to wedding
Desserts
choice of 1
- Chocolate pot de Creme
- Cheesecake: strawberries
- Red Berry Mascarpone Cake
- Seasonal Fruit Tart
Buffet Dinner
$140 per guest | price includes tax & gratuity
Fall/Winter
Starters
choice of 2
- Seasonal Soup
- Butternut Squash Bisque
- Kennet Square Mushroom Soup
- Mixed Greens: apples • dried cranberries • pecans • goat cheese • balsamic vinaigrette
- Simple Greens Salad • tomato • cucumber • carrot • lemon vinaigrette
Entrees
choice of 2
- Coffee Rubbed Pork Tenderloin
- Bourbon Glazed Grilled Chicken
- Grilled Flat Iron Steak: cabernet demi
- Seared Market Fish: seasonal herbs
Accompaniments
choice of 2
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts
- Maple Glazed Carrots
- Root Vegetable Medley
- Butternut Squash Risotto
- Roasted Red Potatoes: thyme
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Desserts
choice of 1
- Pear & Almond Tart
- Pumpkin Panna Cotta
- Chocolate Pecan Pie
- Horchata Rice Pudding: candied pecans
- Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse
Spring/Summer
Starters
choice of 2
- Seasonal Soup
- Asparagus Soup: lemon-herb creme fraiche
- Kennet Square Mushroom Soup
- Spinach & Strawberry Salad: red onion • toasted pecans • feta • poppyseed dressing
Entrees
choice of 2
- Pan-Seared Market Fish: summer fruit salsa
- Broiled Salmon: lemon • herbs
- Roasted Chicken Breast: corn pepper relish
- Grilled Flat Iron Steak: sundried tomato demi
Accompaniments
choice of 2
- Balsamic Glazed Asparagus
- Roasted Broccoli
- Zucchini Gratin
- Pearl Couscous
- Grilled Corn Risotto
- Coconut Rice
Desserts
choice of 1
- Raspberry and Vanilla Cheesecake
- Summer Fruit Tart: vanilla bean custard • mint cream
- Lemon Meringue Tartlet
- Toasted Coconut and Caramel Panna Cotta
- Chocolate Mousse: strawberry
Standard Bar Package
Included in Wedding Package
Liquor
- Beefeater's Gin
- Absolute Vodka
- Luna Azul Silver Tequila
- Bacardi Silver Rum
- Dewar's White Label Scotch
- Jim Beam's Kentucky Bourbon
- Seagram's V.O. Canadian Whiskey
Beer
- Yuengling Lager
- Miller Lite
- Yard's Brawler
- Heineken
- Blue Moon
- Custom Craft Brew Upgrade: $4 Per Person
House Wines
- Cabernet
- Pinot Noir
- Merlot
- Pinto Grigio
- Chardonnay
- Sparkling
Deluxe Bar Package
Additional $10 Per Person
Liquor
- Bombay Sapphire Gin
- Grey Goose Vodka
- Patrón Silver Tequila
- Brugal Anejo Dominican Rum
- Johnny Walker Black Scotch
- Jack Daniel's Whiskey
- Crown Royal Canadian Whiskey
Beer
- Yuengling Lager
- Miller Lite
- Yard's Esa
- Heineken
- Blue Moon
- Custom Craft Brew Upgrade
House Wines
- Cabernet
- Pinto Noir
- Merlot
- Pinot Grigio
- Chardonnay
- Sparkling
The After Party at Broad Table Tavern
Pricing Details & Capacities
- 15-30 People | $600 minimum spend* + 20% gratuity
- 30-50 People | $1,200 minimum spend* + 20% gratuity
- 50+ People | $1,600 minimum spend* + 20% gratuity
* If minimum spend is not met, difference between minimum and total spend will be charged.
Food Platters
Selections
One Platter Serves 20 People
- Wings | $140
- Mini Cheesesteaks | $125
- Fries | $85
- Hummus & Pita | $100
For Reservations
Deposit Required
Pauline Scott Brown | Restaurant Manager
pscottbrown@innatswarthmore.com ǀ (610) 543-7500 ext. 4911
Preferred Professionals
Musicians
Golden Estate Entertainment
Morgan Treni | 201-789-9653 | goldenestatebands.com
DJs
Empower Event Group
Ethan Mazer | 610-757-7091 | ethan@empowereventgroup.com
EBE Events & Entertainment
215-634-7700 | ebetalent.com
Schaffer Sound Productions
David Schaffer | 610-627-5900 | sspdj.com
Jon Ardito Entertainment
610-804-2960 | jaelive.com
Florists
Swarthmore Flower Shop
Joyce | 610-544-9732
Media Florist
Lisa | 610-565-7470
Red Seeds Floral
Jaclyn Newns | 215-803-7940 | redseedsfloral.com
A Garden Party Florist
609-364-2529 | agardenpartyllc.com
Green Meadows
Lynn | 610-388-7600
Bonnie's Wonder Gardens
Bonnie | 610-259-1733
Bakeries
SophistiCakes
610-626-7900
The Bakery House
610-525-4139
Bredenbeck's Bakery
215-247-7374
Photographers
Maura B. McConnell Photography
484-437-8968 | mbmphotography.com
Transportation
Ace Limousine
888-477-2113 | acelimosvce.com
King Transportation
610-265-3050 | kinglimoinc.com
Decor
Briana Rene LuxEvents
Briana | 610-247-2537
The Rainbow Balloons
Hermina | 914-338-3063 | therainbowballoons.com
All vendors are for suggestion and convenience only. The Inn at Swarthmore is not responsible for services rendered by outside professionals.