Top Delaware Golf Outing Outdoor Spaces

• Spaces for 190 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 space at this venue

Historic charm meets romantic elegance. The Farmhouse is a picturesque venue in Wilmington, Delaware, offering a beautiful outdoor willow tree ceremony site, manicured gardens, and all-inclusive packages with gourmet catering. An unforgettable backdrop for stress-free weddings and intimate celebrations.

• Spaces for 5-220 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Barns
• 6 Total Spaces

Established in 1750 and thoughtfully restored in 2025, The Farm at Cooch’s Bridge blends centuries of history with timeless elegance. Nestled in the heart of the Cooch’s Bridge Historic District in Delaware, our venue stands on the grounds of the 1777 Battle of Cooch’s Bridge—the only Revolutionary War battle fought on Delaware soil. As a site listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it holds deep roots in American history. Today, we’ve reimagined this storied property as a space where people can gather, reflect, and celebrate life’s most meaningful moments. Whether you're planning a wedding, reunion, corporate event, or special occasion, The Farm offers a one-of-a-kind setting that honors the past while embracing your future. Come make history with us.

• Spaces for 82-250 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Total Spaces

Hilton Wilmington/Christiana brings four decades of Hilton hospitality to Newark, Delaware, offering 272 guest rooms and more than 9,000 square feet of flexible event space suited to weddings, corporate conferences, memorial services, and holiday celebrations. The property's two ballrooms anchor the event offerings. The Christiana Ballroom features 12-foot ceilings and chandeliers reminiscent of 18th-century France, with the ability to divide into three intimate salons; it accommodates up to 172 guests. Le Chameleon Ballroom opens onto a pond view through five French doors and connects directly to the outdoor patio. The 1,200-square-foot Courtyard Garden adds an alfresco option, centered around a garden gazebo, two fountains, and an herb and vegetable garden — a setting well suited to ceremonies and outdoor receptions for up to 120 guests at round tables. On-site catering, professional event planning coordination, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and A/V support are available across all spaces. The hotel's 400-plus-space parking lot, full-service dining at Market Kitchen & Bar, and on-site overnight accommodations make it a practical full-service option for multi-day events.

• Spaces for 1,000 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Farm
• 1 Park

Ramsey's Farm is a sixth-generation family farm in Wilmington, Delaware, operating on land the Ramsey family has farmed since 1860. The property sits between Brandywine Creek and the Pennsylvania state line, with rolling fields overlooking the Brandywine Valley — an open, rural setting that shapes the character of every event held there. The farm hosts a range of private events on its grounds, from birthday parties and corporate gatherings to bonfires and fundraisers. Its open-air pavilion offers shaded space with valley views, while the broader picnic grove and farm grounds accommodate groups from 50 to 1,000. Tent rentals, picnic tables, grills, food truck parking, and hayrides are available depending on the occasion. Beyond private rentals, the farm is an active working operation — cultivating pumpkins, produce, and flowers across several acres, with year-round programming including goat yoga, you-pick experiences, and field trips. Events at Ramsey's Farm take place against the backdrop of a living, working landscape that has been in continuous family operation for over 160 years.

• Spaces for 80-300 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 2 Parks

Holts Landing State Park sits along the southern shore of Indian River Bay in Millville, Delaware, encompassing 203 acres of bayshore beach, hardwood forests, grassy fields, and freshwater ponds. Originally the Holt family farm, the land was acquired by Delaware in 1957 and opened to the public in 1965. The Grove is the park's dedicated event space — a natural, open-air setting among mature trees designed for outdoor tented receptions of up to 300 guests. It works equally well for intimate garden ceremonies and large celebrations, with a stone fire pit for bonfires and s'mores, a fishing pier extending into the bay, and sweeping water views that make a particularly memorable backdrop at sunset. The park also offers a reservable pavilion accommodating up to 80 guests, complete with a large grill, for picnics, reunions, and smaller gatherings. Events at The Grove are self-catered and vendor-flexible, allowing planners to bring in outside food, rentals, and décor. Nearby overnight accommodations at the Indian River Marina Cottages and the park's own campground make Holts Landing a practical choice for multi-day wedding weekends.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Barns
• 2 Historic Spaces

Blue Ball Barn is a historic two-story stone structure at Alapocas Run State Park in Wilmington, Delaware, available for private events, corporate meetings, and celebrations year-round. Originally constructed in 1914 by Alfred I. du Pont as a dairy barn to supply his nearby Nemours Estate, the property was acquired by the State of Delaware in 1999 and renovated beginning in 2004. It holds the distinction of being the first public building in Delaware to achieve LEED certification. The barn is organized around several distinct spaces: a large open banquet room set within the original hayloft, spacious reception and meeting rooms on the ground level, and a secluded outdoor courtyard. Together these areas accommodate up to 250 guests. Permanent galleries throughout the building showcase the Delaware Folk Art Collection, featuring more than 120 works by Delaware artists, giving the venue a cultural dimension that distinguishes it from conventional event spaces. Events may be held any day of the week between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m., with indoor furniture included in the event cost. A/V equipment is available for rental, and the building offers convenient access just off Interstate 95.

• Spaces for 50-400 Guests
• 3 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Barn
• 4 Total Spaces

Cape Henlopen State Park spans more than 5,000 acres along Delaware's Atlantic coast, where the Delaware Bay meets the ocean at the southern tip of the Delmarva Peninsula. The park sits near Lewes and offers a distinctive mix of coastal scenery, WWII-era military history at Fort Miles, and a range of event facilities suited to celebrations of many sizes. Private events range from barefoot beach ceremonies to large tented receptions accommodating up to 250 guests. The park's venues include the Main Beach Pavilion, which seats up to 200 at picnic tables along the waterfront; the smaller Gordon's Pond Pavilion for more intimate gatherings of up to 50; and the Cauffiel Barn, a newly restored Pennsylvania bank barn that seats 200 and provides a rustic-elegant backdrop within steps of the historic Cauffiel House and its landscaped grounds. The Biden Environmental Training Center offers meeting and dining rooms for conferences, retreats, and educational programs accommodating groups of 30 to 80. Pavilion reservations for wedding ceremonies and special events require a Special Use Permit through the park. The events team can be reached at CapeReservations@delaware.gov.

• Spaces for 60-200 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 7 Museums
• 7 Total Spaces

Founded in 1912 to honor Wilmington illustrator Howard Pyle, the Delaware Art Museum has grown into one of Delaware's primary arts and cultural institutions, housing more than 12,000 works that include the largest collection of Pre-Raphaelite art on display outside the United Kingdom and nearly 4,000 works of American illustration. The museum offers a distinctive setting for private events, with a mix of indoor halls, board rooms, an auditorium, and outdoor spaces including a sculpture garden and a labyrinth set within a former reservoir. Catherine A. Fusco Hall accommodates up to 175 guests for cocktail receptions or 150 for seated dinners, while the East Court provides a more intimate option for up to 125. The North Terrace overlooks the sculpture garden and is suited to outdoor entertaining and happy hours. Board rooms and the DuPont Auditorium serve corporate meetings, presentations, and retreats. Events are supported by a roster of preferred local caterers, and the museum's galleries — including the permanent collection — are available as part of event experiences. The venue rental team can be reached at venuerentals@delart.org or 302-351-8535.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Barn
• 1 space at this venue

The Barn at Cauffiel is a historic estate venue nestled within Bellevue State Park in Wilmington, Delaware. The property centers on a 1928 Colonial Revival home — named for Daniel Cauffiel, the du Pont company's chief legal officer — that has been carefully restored with mid-20th century furnishings and décor. Set atop a grassy hill, the estate overlooks the Delaware River and is surrounded by exquisitely landscaped lawns, formal gardens, and a classic gazebo. Adjacent to the house, a refurbished Pennsylvania bank-style barn serves as the primary reception space, offering rustic wooden beams, farmhouse tables, and warm string lights for a "rustic chic" atmosphere. The estate accommodates up to 150 guests across its indoor and outdoor settings, with seven onsite guest rooms available for the wedding party. Ceremony options range from the garden lawn and gazebo to the barn's interior, while the Cauffiel House itself provides cocktail space and private preparation suites. JAM Hospitality, the venue's operator, provides full-service catering, event planning, floral design, and coordination — covering events from weddings and mitzvahs to corporate gatherings and nonprofit events.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Landmark
• 1 space at this venue

Built in 1876 for the United States Life-Saving Service, the Indian River Life-Saving Station is one of the few life-saving facilities on the Atlantic Coast that still stands in its original location. Restored to its 1905 appearance — complete with Queen Anne-style architecture, decorative brackets, and diamond-shaped trim — the station is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and now operates as a museum within Delaware Seashore State Park, located on Route 1 between Rehoboth and Bethany Beach. The property is available for outdoor tented weddings, receptions, and private events from mid-May through mid-October, with grounds that can accommodate up to 250 guests. The venue's oceanfront setting places guests steps from the Atlantic, with ceremony options on the beach beyond the dunes and reception space in a large tent set directly over the sand. On-site amenities include a museum, gift shop, bridal room, and restrooms, along with an on-site attendant to help coordinate the facility on rehearsal day and throughout the event.

• Spaces for 50-200 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 2 Total Spaces

Killens Pond Nature Center is a LEED Silver-certified event facility set within Killens Pond State Park in Kent County, Delaware. Designed by GWWO Architects and recognized with AIA Delaware and AIA Baltimore design awards, the building sits at the transition between hardwood forest and a 75-acre pond — hovering at the water's edge and connecting interior spaces to the surrounding landscape through wide expanses of glass. The two-level center offers distinct gathering environments suited to meetings and celebrations alike. The upper level meeting room overlooks Killens Pond and opens onto an observation deck, while the lower level leads directly to a small amphitheater at the pond's edge. A separate exhibit area features a live collection of native reptiles and amphibians, adding an educational dimension uncommon in typical event venues. The building's sustainable design is itself a conversation piece: a visible rainwater recovery cistern, geothermal heating and cooling, and on-site wastewater treatment reflect the center's commitment to the landscape it inhabits. Audio/visual equipment is available on-site, and the facility is fully accessible. Full Nature Center rentals (evenings only) accommodate up to 150 guests.

• Spaces for 10-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 6 Historic Spaces
• 6 Total Spaces

Buena Vista is a Greek Revival estate in New Castle, Delaware, built between 1845 and 1847 by Delaware statesman John Middleton Clayton. The property changed hands through several prominent Delaware families before C. Douglass Buck — a former governor of Delaware — and his wife Alice Hounsfield du Pont undertook significant renovations in the 1930s, adding a large library wing. The Buck family donated the estate to the State of Delaware in 1965, and it is now administered by the Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs as a conference and event center. The mansion's first and second floors comprise more than a dozen named rooms — including the Buck Library, Dining Room, DuPont Room, Douglass Room, and several private studies — each configurable for formal or casual use. An outdoor Pole Shed on the grounds expands the venue's capacity for larger gatherings. For events with 80 to 250 attendees, the entire estate — all rooms on both floors, the kitchen, and the surrounding grounds — can be reserved exclusively. Buena Vista works with any licensed and insured caterer, giving event organizers flexibility in food and beverage service. Building-wide Wi-Fi, digital projectors and screens, flip charts, and easels are available throughout. The estate hosts receptions, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, corporate meetings, trainings, and retreats.

• Spaces for 50-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Historic Space
• 2 Total Spaces

Emma's Pond at Judge Morris Estate is a historic property set within Delaware's White Clay Creek State Park in Newark. The 600-acre estate centers on a 2½-story gray fieldstone mansion built in 1792, which served as the home of Judge Hugh M. Morris — a native Delawarean, respected attorney, and federal judge — after he and his wife Emma purchased the property in 1934. Emma Morris was instrumental in having the pond installed on the grounds, which gives the venue its current name. The State of Delaware acquired the estate in 1998 for $12.5 million, preserving it as part of the state park system. The estate accommodates both intimate indoor gatherings and larger tented outdoor celebrations. The beautifully decorated interior of the historic farmhouse holds up to 50 guests, while the sweeping lawns, serene pond, and fenced courtyard provide a backdrop for tented receptions of up to 250 guests. The property hosts weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, and seasonal private events throughout the year.

• Spaces for 10-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Meeting Space
• 2 Total Spaces

Indian River Marina sits within Delaware Seashore State Park on the north side of the Indian River Inlet, four miles south of Dewey Beach and just west of the Indian River Inlet Bridge. Delaware's largest marina, the facility offers direct access to both the Atlantic Ocean and the inland bays, with waterfront views of the Indian River and Rehoboth Bays that shape the character of every event held here. For celebrations, the marina's centerpiece is The Point — an outdoor ceremony and reception site framed by the modern Indian River Bridge and the surrounding inlet waters. The space accommodates up to 250 guests for tented receptions, with a multi-use pole barn, a private beach access path, and parking for up to 70 vehicles. Outdoor areas allow caterers and vendors to set up on site. Twelve rental cottages overlooking the inlet provide convenient on-property accommodations for the wedding party and guests. A conference room is also available for smaller meetings and gatherings. Event dates are typically offered in May, June, September, and October.

• Spaces for 75-200 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Bar
• 2 Total Spaces

Big Chill Beach Club and its Event Deck occupy a one-of-a-kind position at the corner of the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Inlet within Delaware Seashore State Park in Bethany Beach, Delaware. Operated by La Vida Hospitality Group, the venue serves as the premier oceanfront event destination in Southern Delaware, hosting weddings, receptions, concerts, and private celebrations throughout the spring and fall season. The Event Deck is an oceanfront tent with 360-degree views of the Atlantic coastline, Rehoboth Bay, and the illuminated Indian River Bridge. It accommodates up to 200 guests for cocktail receptions and up to 160 for seated dinners, supported by a full bar program and a culinary team that works with local ingredients. For smaller gatherings of 25 to 75 guests, the Sunset Lounge and Southside Bar offer the same panoramic coastal views in a more intimate setting, with flexible packages designed to fit the occasion.

• Spaces for 120 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Landmark
• 1 space at this venue

Auburn Heights Preserve sits on a 3.5-acre estate within Auburn Valley State Park in Yorklyn, Delaware, centered on the 1897 Marshall Mansion — a Queen Anne-style Victorian home built by Israel W. and Elizabeth Marshall and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The grounds also include the Marshall Steam Museum, home to one of the world's largest collections of operating steam-powered automobiles, and the Auburn Valley Railroad, a 1/8-scale coal-fired miniature train that circles the property. The outdoor grounds accommodate up to 120 guests and are suited for small weddings, group meetings, and private charter events. The rose arbor and wraparound porch provide ceremony settings, while the sunporch and patio serve more intimate gatherings. Indoor space within the museum building is available on a limited basis. Private events can be arranged to include mansion tours, rides in antique Stanley Steamer automobiles, and a turn around the miniature railroad — activities that set Auburn Heights apart from a conventional event venue. Wedding arrangements are coordinated through Delaware State Parks, and rental packages covering car or train rides are available through the Friends of Auburn Heights.