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Lazaretto Ballroom is a classic wedding venue in Essington, Pennsylvania located just outside of Philadelphia. Because it is nestled along the Delaware River, the ballroom wedding venue offers spectacular waterfront views. Couples can expect contemporary details and modern elements that can be customized for the big day. At the sophisticated ballroom, the team will make your wedding one to remember.

Facilities and Capacity
The 5,000-square-foot venue comfortably accommodates up to 300 guests. An outdoor ceremony can be hosted on the 1,500-square-foot patio. The spacious area, which has a gorgeous white arbor and lighting, is surrounded by landscaped grounds. Full bar service and hors d’oeuvres may also be provided on the patio. In the ballroom, guests will enjoy decorative lighting and a large wooden dance floor.

Services Offered
The professional staff has a range of services for your wedding day. Their services include:

  • Setup
  • Cleanup
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting and sound

Cuisine
The culinary team at Lazaretto Ballroom will happily plan your day’s menu. Serving styles include sit-down or buffet dinners. Meals can accommodate vegetarian, allergies or other diet-related needs. Additional catering and bartending services include:

  • Children’s meals
  • Open bar
  • Tastings
  • Wedding cake
  • Bridal party champagne toast
  • Barware
  • Flatware
  • China
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Chocolate fountain

Other Facilities
Before the festivities, your wedding party can relax and get ready in the bridal suite. The venue also has 200 parking spaces and wheelchair access.

Other Services
Lazaretto Ballroom will gladly host your engagement party, bridal shower, ceremony and reception. Coat check is available depending on the time of the year. During your wedding-related occasions, the team can provide the following items:

  • Altar and arches
  • Audio equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs and tables
  • Chair cover
  • Centerpieces
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Furniture
  • Photo booth
  • Tents

Accommodation
The ballroom wedding venue can suggest nearby hotels. These recommendations offer group rates and shuttle services.

History
Lazaretto Ballroom has been hosting weddings since 2008. The original building of Lazaretto Quarantine Hospital, the inspiration for its name, is located nearby. The venue is owned and operated by the Capozzoli family and Capozzoli Catering, which was established in 1936 by Tony and Alice Capozzoli.

Location
Nestled along the Delaware River, Lazaretto is conveniently located 20 minutes from Philadelphia and eight minutes from Philadelphia International Airport. It is 10 minutes from Springfield Mall, 15 minutes from Ridley Creek State Park and 25 minutes from Valley Forge National Historical Park. Reading is 65 minutes away, while Trenton, New Jersey is 50 minutes away.

  • Veteran-owned
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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?

$500

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
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Historic Building

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

What event services do you offer?

Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance

What event items are available?

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
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access
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Any other questions?

Reviews of Lazaretto Ballroom

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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138 reviews
100% recommend it
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The Lazaretto Ballroom receives overwhelming praise from reviewers for its exceptional service, beautiful setting, and delicious food. The in-house wedding coordinator, Terri, stands out for her professionalism, communication, and attention to detail, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. Guests appreciate the spacious and elegant venue, the convenience of included services like cake and centerpieces, and the affordability of packages. The staff's attentiveness, delicious food offerings, and seamless execution of events contribute to creating unforgettable wedding experiences at the Lazaretto Ballroom.

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The Lazaretto Ballroom receives overwhelming praise from reviewers for its exceptional service, beautiful setting, and delicious food. The in-house wedding coordinator, Terri, stands out for her professionalism, communication, and attention to detail, making the planning process smooth and stress-free. Guests appreciate the spacious and elegant venue, the convenience of included services like cake and centerpieces, and the affordability of packages. The staff's attentiveness, delicious food offerings, and seamless execution of events contribute to creating unforgettable wedding experiences at the Lazaretto Ballroom.

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Angel G. Sent on 10/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A hidden gem of a venue!!!

We tirelessly searched for a venue for 3 months. We couldn't find anything within budget that would give us all we wanted - until we found Lazaretto. My mom stumbled upon Lazaretto and we were hooked from the moment we walked in. Simple, yet elegant. Spacious and customizable to our needs. And Terri - the in-house wedding coordinator - was PHENOMENAL!!! She helped us in so many ways, and made sure to stay in constant contact with us to ensure our vision was realized. After a year of stress and planning, Lazaretto hosted the wedding of our dreams!
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Jessica R. Sent on 10/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience!

First, I want to thank everyone at the Lazaretto Ballroom! This entire experience has been absolutely amazing! Ms. Terri made everything easy breezy. From the moment my husband & I met Terri we knew we chose the right venue! Terri is flexible with scheduling & very easy to work with. I brag to everyone I know about Lazaretto. Every time Terri & I had a meeting I’d tell her “I could stay here all day” The venue is clean, elegant & very family oriented. The food is absolutely delicious. My guest are still reminding me how good the food was! The bridal suite is very cute & classy, love that! The historical building across the street is where we took some of our pictures. The setting couldn’t have been more perfect!! We had a 5:00pm ceremony & it was so stunning. Being by the water helped that setting as well. Once it was time to pick up our decorations, everything was so organized & set up. Just like I gave them. My husband & I will remember this magical night for the rest of our lives. We walked away with not only the BEST venue in Pennsylvania, but FAMILY! We love & appreciate you guys so much
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Jacob G. Sent on 09/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

What a Gem!

We would give this venue 6 stars if we could Terri was the most talented event organizer we have ever worked with! she was on top of every detail and made the planning go so smoothly. Terri seemed to have someone on speed dial for just about everything her list of recommendations on vendors was truly remarkable we had absolutely no trouble finding quality vendors to make our day feel like it was out of a movie. Terri is excellent at what she does. From the moment we walked in the door, she makes you feel at ease and is great with communication- from start to finish. Her team did a phenomenal job at set up and clean up and the food is absolutely amazing!
Also the Bridal suite was very comfortable and perfect to get ready in, and a good place to retreat to if you wanted to step out for a few minutes almost like a VIP lounge. There was also plenty of parking and was extremely handicap accessible which was a huge relief for our older guests. Our family’s had such a wonderful time at our wedding and we can’t wait to celebrate again at the ball room Thank you Terri for everything!

Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
JJ Ward Events & Entertainment JJ Ward Events & Entertainment Wedding DJs

The most minor details will be the ones you remember most about your wedding day. The amazing staff at Lazaretto Ballroom pays attention to these details more than any other venue I have worked. I proudly recommend this to each of my brides ahead of all other wedding venues.

Kevin Kramer Photography Kevin Kramer Photography Wedding Photographers

Working with the staff at Lazaretto is hands down one of the best nights you will experience as a pro. Terry and her staff are always on their A Game and take care of not only the bride and groom during the night, but also take care of vendors whenever in need. I always look forward to going back to the Lazaretto Ballroom and highly recommend this place more than ever.

Collars n Cuffs Collars n Cuffs Wedding Dresses

Leave the details to Terri and the Capozzoli Family. The Lazaretto Ballroom is renowned for its great food, exceptional service and an atmosphere that is fun for your wedding. From your initial meeting until your big day you will feel like part of the family. This is the perfect place for your magical wedding.

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Lazaretto Ballroom frequently asked questions

Lazaretto Ballroom includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
Lazaretto Ballroom includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Lazaretto Ballroom includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Lazaretto Ballroom for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Historic Building
Lazaretto Ballroom offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Lazaretto Ballroom offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Lazaretto Ballroom offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
Lazaretto Ballroom offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Lazaretto Ballroom 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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