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 vinaigrett
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 (choose 2)
Seasonal Soup • Butternut Squash Bisque • Kennet Square Mushroom Soup • Mixed Greens with apples, dried cranberries, pecans, goat cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette • Simple Greens Salad with tomato, cucumber, carrot, and lemon vinaigrette
Entrees (choose 2)
Coffee Rubbed Pork Tenderloin • Bourbon Glazed Grilled Chicken • Grilled Flat Iron Steak with cabernet demi • Seared Market Fish with seasonal herbs
Accompaniments (choose 2)
Crispy Brussels Sprouts • Maple Glazed Carrots • Root Vegetable Medley • Butternut Squash Risotto • Roasted Red Potatoes with thyme • Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Desserts (choose 1)
Pear & Almond Tart • Pumpkin Panna Cotta • Chocolate Pecan Pie • Horchata Rice Pudding with candied pecans • Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse
Spring/Summer
Starters (choose 2)
Seasonal Soup • Asparagus Soup with lemon-herb creme fraiche • Kennet Square Mushroom Soup • Spinach & Strawberry Salad with red onion, toasted pecans, feta, and poppyseed dressing
Entrees (choose 2)
Pan-Seared Market Fish with summer fruit salsa • Broiled Salmon with lemon and herbs • Roasted Chicken Breast with corn pepper relish • Grilled Flat Iron Steak with sundried tomato demi
Accompaniments (choose 2)
Balsamic Glazed Asparagus • Roasted Broccoli • Succhini Gratin • Pearl Couscous • Grilled Corn Risotto • Coconut Rice
Desserts (choose 1)
Raspberry and Vanilla Cheesecake • Summer Fruit Tart with vanilla bean custard and mint cream • Lemon Meringue Tartlet • Toasted Coconut and Caramel Panna Cotta • Chocolate Mousse with strawberry