Celebrations at the Bay


Guest capacity

Up to 400 seated guests



About this venue

Our waterfront wedding venue lets the Chesapeake Bay provide a beautiful and elegant backdrop to your special day. Our goal is to exceed your expectations right down to the smallest detail because your wedding deserves no less. Our 30 years of experience planning all-inclusive weddings means that your journey can be stress-free. From relaxing in your bridal suite to photos on the waterfront, to dancing the night away – your day will be perfect! Consistent quality and diverse variety is the hallmark of our wedding catering service. Whether looking for an elegant multi-course dinner, or lighter afternoon fare, our extensive selection ensures you’ll find the perfect menu to compliment your event.


Our event spaces

Knowllview House

Your intimate wedding awaits...

The perfect setting for a smaller, intimate gathering. The Knollview House features beautiful deck and lawn ceremony spaces and offers several ceremony, cocktail and dining configurations.

Guest capacity

25-70 Seated

40-90 Standing

Square footage

750

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Everything! Our packages are all-inclusive, which includes venue, food and beverage, day-of planner, linens, china, lighting, and more!

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Chesapeake Ballroom

Stunning Waterfront Weddings on the Chesapeake Bay

When it comes to wedding venues in Maryland, romance on the water awaits at Celebrations at the Bay. A stunning waterfront wedding venue, Celebrations has both indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception sites and is the perfect alternative to a destination wedding right here in Maryland. Lush grounds, a lighted gazebo and long piers over the water- these are just a few of the backdrops you will experience in your beautiful on your special day.

Guest capacity

75-150 Seated

90-170 Standing

Square footage

2,500

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Our all-inclusive wedding packages include venue, food, drink, lighting, planning, table decor, linens, china....everything in one stop. What could be easier than that?

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing

Tented Vista Ballroom

The Ultimate Bayfront Wedding

From the expansive lawn and gardens, to the elegant climate-controlled tent, the Tented Vista Ballroom provides the perfect all-inclusive waterfront wedding. The ballroom comfortably hosts up to 300 guests and offers several ceremony, cocktail and dining configurations.

Guest capacity

100-250 Seated

120-270 Standing

Square footage

3,600

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Included in this room:

Our all-inclusive wedding packages include everything you need to create the most beautiful wedding experience for you and your guests. Packages include venue, food, beverage, day-of coordinator, linens, china, lighting and more!

Knowllview House

Your intimate wedding awaits...

The perfect setting for a smaller, intimate gathering. The Knollview House features beautiful deck and lawn ceremony spaces and offers several ceremony, cocktail and dining configurations.

Guest capacity

25-70 Seated

40-90 Standing

Square footage

750

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Everything! Our packages are all-inclusive, which includes venue, food and beverage, day-of planner, linens, china, lighting, and more!

Room cost

Included in total venue pricing


Available services that can be provided by Celebrations at the Bay

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dance floor
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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4.9 out of 5

8 reviews

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  • BEST DAY EVER!

    Verified review
    JennaJan 5, 2025

    We recently had our wedding at Celebrations at the Bay (Chesapeake Ballroom) and couldn't be happier with our choice. From the moment we stepped foot into the venue, we knew it was the perfect place for our special day. The Chesapeake Ballroom exudes elegance and charm, providing a beautiful backdrop for both our ceremony and reception. The planning process was incredibly smooth and stress-free, thanks to the amazing team at Celebrations at the Bay. Zoe and Randy, our planner and day-of coordinator provided by the venue, were absolute gems. They were attentive, helpful, and went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was taken care of. Their expertise and professionalism made the entire experience enjoyable and worry-free. The catering provided by Catering by Uptown was outstanding. The food was not only delicious but also beautifully presented. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how amazing the meal was, and the open bar was a hit with everyone. Additionally, the selection of table settings, linens, and decorations offered by the venue allowed us to personalize our event and create the atmosphere we envisioned. Celebrations at the Bay truly went above and beyond to make our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more. Special mention must be made of the staff who worked tirelessly to ensure that everything ran smoothly. They were exceptional, attentive, and went out of their way to make sure that all of our guests were taken care of. Overall, we couldn't have asked for a better wedding venue than the Chesapeake Ballroom. It exceeded all of our expectations, and we're so grateful to everyone who played a part in making our day so special. If you're looking for a venue that combines elegance, excellent service, and amazing food, look no further than the Chesapeake Ballroom. Highly recommended!

  • Beautiful Venue!!!

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    Mr. & M.Jan 2, 2025

    Celebrations was an incredible venue for ur wedding. From the beginning working with Mindy was great with her communication and providing options for us within our budget. Zoe was great during the actual process to ensure we stayed on track and helping our vision come to life. Alma was amazing coordinating our wedding the day of. She was able to communicate effectively with both families and ensure the venue looked perfect and how we had envisioned it. The staff also was great and took great care of us during our event. The venue itself was beautiful!

  • Absoltely Beautiful Experience

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    Lisa H.Dec 30, 2024

    The staff always kept us well informed. We loved our day of coordinator, she was all godsend. Everything was absolutely beautiful and perfect. The food was amazing. We loved everything about our experience as well as all of our family and friends. Ms. Helen went above and beyond. She was always available when I needed her most. I was a wreck when it was supposed to rain on our day, but she sent me the sweetest reassurance. I'll be forever grateful to Uptown for my wonderful wedding day.

  • Perfect wedding backdrop

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    Lincy A.Oct 21, 2024

    Celebrations at the Bay truly couldn’t have been a better venue for our wedding. From the beautiful venue, to the amazing food, it was a pleasure working with this venue. Zoe was the person we were in communication with up until our wedding, and she was a blessing. She answered every question I had and calmed my nerves. Thank you Celebrations for helping to make our day so beautiful.


Preferred vendors of Celebrations at the Bay

Photographer
The Annapolis Photographer
Annapolis, MD
Band/DJ
Tom Gavin'S Dj Delights
Bel Air, MD
Beauty professional
Behind The Veil
Elkridge, MD

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