NorthRiver Yacht Club


All-inclusive venue

The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $10,500 for off-peak dates, and $11,500 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests


About this venue

Nestled in the heart of Tuscaloosa, NorthRiver Yacht Club offers a stunning wedding venue where your vision comes to life. With breathtaking lake views, versatile spaces for every moment - ceremony, cockail hour, and reception - and luxurious bridal and groom suites, we ensure every detail is perfect for your special day. From bridal showers and engagement parties to rehearsal dinners, NorthRiver is the ideal setting to celebrate your love story. Our team's expertise and personalized attention make planning seamless, ensuring unforgettable memories in a truly picturesque setting. Our stunning Yacht Club building serves as the heart of our event venues, providing a blend of elegance and scenic beauty. You can choose to rent the entire building for exclusive use, offering breathtaking lakefront views and ample space for your guests. Alternatively, select one of our beautifully designed floors to create a more intimate atmosphere while still enjoying the charm of our venue.


Our event spaces

The Yacht Club

Our main event venue.

With over 10,000 sq. ft. of indoor event space, the Yacht Club is our largest building space. The building is decorated in formal blacks and golds with wrought iron, stained glass, and a blend of nautical art pieces. Option to rent out the whole building or one floor.

Guest capacity

50-300 Seated

Up to 650 Standing

Square footage

10,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, After party, Cocktail hour, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$5,000

The Grand Salon

Our main upper floor ballroom.

Featuring hardwood floors, panoramic windows with views of the scenic Lake Tuscaloosa, and a vaulted ceiling. Reception Seating Capacity: 120 Ceremony Seating Capacity: 180 (additional seating available in Harborview)

Guest capacity

Up to 120 Seated

Up to 200 Standing

Square footage

2,280

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, After party, Couples luncheon, Cocktail hour, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Harborview Room

Serves as wonderful pre-function space.

Tucked between the Grand Salon and Ship's Bar.

Guest capacity

Up to 40 Seated

Up to 59 Standing

Square footage

720

Ideal for

Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Cocktail hour, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Ships' Bar

An iconic piece of NorthRiver.

As one of our most popular rooms in the entire club, the Ship's Bar features a huge, rounded bar with a 10 ft. tall model ship at its centerpiece, a replica made of the sailing ship used in the 1962 film, "Mutiny on the Bounty." This beautiful space also features raised ceilings and a full wall of Victorian stained glass.

Guest capacity

Up to 30 Seated

Up to 40 Standing

Square footage

532

Ideal for

Welcome party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

China Trade Room

One of our smaller private rooms.

Often utilized as a bridal dressing suite for weddings, this room accommodates hair and makeup artist setups and seating for bridal party.

Guest capacity

Up to 20 Seated

Up to 29 Standing

Square footage

494

Ideal for

Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Outdoor Terrace

Located on the upper floor of the Yacht Club.

The terrace features one large portion making up most of its size but also continues in a wrap-around style to the back side of the building. Perfect for ceremonies, tented affairs, cocktail hours, and more. Views offer the perfect first-look backdrop.

Guest capacity

Up to 320 Seated

Up to 450 Standing

Square footage

3,848

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Engagement party, After party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

1890's Room and Pub Bar

A great pre-function space.

For smaller groups or larger parties to utilize before moving into the adjoining Crystal Room or Mountbatten Room. Featuring a grand staircase, an outdoor terrace, and direct access to the Pub Bar, this room is the perfect spot to mingle and enjoy cocktails in. This room often holds the buffet, carving station, and wedding cakes.

Guest capacity

Up to 110 Seated

Up to 175 Standing

Square footage

1,870

Ideal for

Welcome party, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

The Crystal Room

Our largest space.

Located on the lower floor of the Yacht Club Building. Features leaded crystal walls and windows on three sides of the room with sweeping views of the property and Lake Tuscaloosa. Features chandeliers, imposing archways, and a sleek stone floor. This is the perfect space for dancing during the reception. Includes a bar on the dance floor so your guests never have to leave the party.

Guest capacity

Up to 200 Seated

Up to 350 Standing

Square footage

3,240

Ideal for

Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, After party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

The Yacht Club

Our main event venue.

With over 10,000 sq. ft. of indoor event space, the Yacht Club is our largest building space. The building is decorated in formal blacks and golds with wrought iron, stained glass, and a blend of nautical art pieces. Option to rent out the whole building or one floor.

Guest capacity

50-300 Seated

Up to 650 Standing

Square footage

10,000

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, After party, Cocktail hour, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Other

Guests often feel this space is

“Luxurious and chic”

Room cost

$5,000


Available services that can be provided by NorthRiver Yacht Club

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Liability insurance
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Transportation & access

  • Self parking - free

Rentals

  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Standard Chairs

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