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There are many reasons why Boston is the perfect city for an exchange of vows. As one of the oldest cities in the United States, Boston exudes historical charm. Despite being an urban area, The Athens of America still boasts scenic beauty. Boston couples will love the opportunity to stage a first look at one of the many parks or waterfront areas such as Charles River Esplanade or the Harbor Islands. Guests will also be happy to extend their stay and take advantage of all of this stunning city has to offer. We always recommend taking time to walk the Freedom Trail, explore the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, enjoy the sips and bites at Quincy Market, and catch a show at one of Boston’s many premier theaters.

Between Boston's historical sites, entertainment venues, and outdoor havens; there are a wide variety of event spaces to host a memorial wedding ceremony and reception. PartySlate makes it easy to find your ideal choice with our Find a Venue page. Simply use the filters to narrow your search by guest count, amenities, and venue type. Knowing your venue type preference will significantly narrow your search time.

If you have your heart set on a classic wedding experience, consider one of Boston’s many luxury hotel ballrooms like The Newbury Boston or Mandarin Oriental. For those who prefer a wedding venue that’s as historic as the big day itself, consider one of Boston’s many elite museums or educational facilities. Some of our favorite spots include Boston Public Library and Boston Athenaeum. Creative couples can just as easily find their ideal venue in places like Harvard Art Museums and Institute of Contemporary Art Boston.

Once you’ve narrowed your search, keep scrolling to find your ideal Boston wedding venue. Look for the “featured” tags to discover PartySlate’s top recommendations. If you see a venue that you like, make sure to click into their PartySlate profile to see how real couples used the space for their dream celebration. You can also learn more about which vendors routinely partner with the space. From there, you can make an inquiry through their profile or the directory.

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    Mei Mei

    506 Park Dr, Boston, MA 02215, USA

    Our virtual and in-person dumpling workshops are a unique way to bring your team together, whether you're celebrating a product launch or searching for a novel team-building activity. Continue reading to learn more about our in-person, virtual, and instruction-only options. We are a farm-focused, woman-owned dumpling company that seeks to be a good company in all ways. That's why we carefully select our components and prioritize our community in everything we do. Chef Irene Li and her two older siblings started Mei Mei as a food truck in 2012. Mei Mei food is a reflection of the Li siblings' best childhood dining memories as Chinese-American youngsters growing up in Boston. "Mei Mei" means "little sister" in Mandarin Chinese. Mei Mei's unique dumpling combinations reflect our passion for wonderful New England ingredients and a desire to create delicious dishes. We work with small, independent family farms in the Northeast to acquire pasture-raised meat. Throughout the year, we may get 70 percent of our food from the Northeast. Mei Mei has been a "Open Book" firm since 2018, which means they disclose all financial information with all employees, empowering them to think and act like managers regardless of their position or title. The business has altered since the pandemic. Our food truck has been taken off the road, and our restaurant dining room has been closed. But Mei Mei isn't going anywhere; in fact, our dumplings are making their way all over the world! Mei Mei dumplings are now available at farmers' markets in Wayland, Natick, Melrose, Roslindale, Belmont, Cambridge, Somerville, and elsewhere in the Greater Boston area.

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    Mariel

    10 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109, USA
    • Spaces for 100 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant
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    Euno Ristorante

    119 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113, USA

    In Boston's North End, there's a hidden gem. Euno is described as such by famous chef Rachel Raye. We specialize in Mediterranean fare prepared with the finest and freshest local ingredients and presented in an ambiance of old-world romance and charm, from pollo parmigiana to savory veal chops to delectable seafood. Two childhood friends, one from Calabria and the other from Sicily, teamed together in Boston's Little Italy to offer customers the intricacies and flavors of southern Italian/Mediterranean meals and wines. Good morning! Enjoy! Ristorante Euno has an event manager on-site to help you with all of your event planning and needs. Email us or call the event manager directly at 617-573-9406 for general information or to schedule an appointment. Euno, a hidden gem serving exquisite Italian and Mediterranean cuisine and wines since 1995, is located on one of the oldest streets in the north end of boston. At fair prices, we are committed to providing authentic regional cuisine with an original twist. Try our fire-roasted specialties, handmade pastas, sauces, and fresh local seafood for outstanding flavors. Select from our wine selection or let one of our servers suggest the perfect wine for your meal. To create the perfect atmosphere, our cuisine is matched with a charming Sicilian country house setting. Euno is your restaurant for a romantic dinner by the open fire, a festive event, or a corporate dining. Please fill out this form to reserve your function at the North End's Top Rated Restaurant, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible!

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    The Hourly Oyster House

    15 Dunster St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
    • Spaces for 100 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    We would like to invite you to join us in hosting it. The Hourly Oyster House can accommodate groups of all sizes for cocktail parties, reunions, corporate recruiting events, and other gatherings, and can satisfy a variety of budgetary requirements. An inviting neighborhood outpost in the heart of Harvard Square, The Hourly Oyster House serves thoughtfully sourced and playful prepared seafood and oysters from New England and beyond. The bar offers an extensive selection of signature cocktails, beer and wine as well as a carefully curated selection of craft beers and wines. Dunster Street, which was originally known as Water Street in Colonial times because of its proximity to the old banks of the Charles River, was once the meeting point for the horse-drawn wagons, known as "Hourlies," that left Cambridge each day – on the hour – for Boston. Dunster Street is now a residential neighborhood. This line, which was founded in 1826, was one of the first high-frequency transportation routes in North America and was one of the first in the world. The construction of the Harvard Square subway station marked not only a significant development in transportation, but it also laid the groundwork for future connections, collaboration and innovation between Harvard Square and Boston, and ultimately, the rest of the world. The history of the structure at 15 Dunster Street is just as rich and complex. The exact footprint on which The Hourly stands is believed to be the location where the first Freeman's Oath was printed in 1639. It is also the site of the original Second Cambridge Savings Bank building, as well as Herrell's, which has been a Harvard Square institution for 27 years and is a Harvard Square institution. When it comes to the Hourly, it pays homage to the square's colorful heritage while while providing a contemporary atmosphere and experience.

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    Seasons 52 - Chestnut Hill

    220 Boylston St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA

    Seasons 52 is a seasonal grill and wine bar with a cuisine that changes with the seasons. Ingredients are harvested at their peak and processed with care to bring out their natural flavors. Seasons 52 offers over 100 wines and artisanal cocktails, so there's always something fresh to try. Our Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architecture provides a warm, friendly ambiance for social gatherings and business meetings alike, from our chef's table to semi-private spaces and private dining rooms. Seasons 52 Restaurant in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, is the place to go for seasonal fare and 52 wines by the glass. Our menu varies seasonally to include 100 percent fresh produce, and everything we make is oak-fire grilled and brick oven roasted (with no fryer in sight), so everything is flavorful and naturally lighter. In the summer, savor Wild Alaskan Salmon and Sweet Corn, while in the winter, enjoy Florida Stone Crabs and California Golden Beets. Try a soup or salad with one of our famous flatbreads for lunch. We are excited to see you. We will assist you in hosting an event that is both easy and memorable, whether it is for business or pleasure. Our warm, friendly semi-private and private dining rooms, as well as the small Chef's Table, may accommodate up to 96 persons. Our seasonal menu can be tailored for your lunch, dinner, or evening event, with popular and next-generation wines hand-picked to complement the dishes. Let's get to work. FEATURES - A personal event planner - Personalized menus - Our Sommelier's wine pairing suggestions - Room lighting, sound, and temperature can all be customized - Free valet parking is available. And that's only the beginning!

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    MIT Museum

    MIT Museum Building, 265 Massachusetts Ave Building N51, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
    • Spaces for 100-200 Guests
    • 1 Museum
    • 1 Landmark

    Host your next special dinner, party, or fundraising event at the MIT Museum. The museum’s galleries and intimate gathering spaces provide a unique backdrop for events of all sizes.

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    Metcalf Trustee Center, Boston University

    1 Silber Way, Boston, MA 02215, USA
    • Spaces for 60-300 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 2 Meeting Spaces

    The Metcalf Trustee Center occupies the ninth floor of One Silber Way on the Boston University campus, offering a classically appointed ballroom and a private lounge with panoramic views of the Boston skyline. The main ballroom, adorned with crystal chandeliers and accompanied by an adjacent cocktail lounge featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, accommodates up to 300 guests for receptions or 220 for seated dinners. The space flexibly supports buffets, dance-floor receptions, lectures, and classroom-style meetings, and has served weddings, galas, corporate gatherings, and holiday parties. The adjacent Kenmore Room functions as a breakout space, bridal lounge, or green room for ballroom events. The Kenmore Room is also available as a standalone private event space for up to 65 guests, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Charles River, Fenway Park, and the Boston skyline. Audio-visual equipment and WiFi are on-site, making it well-suited for intimate dinners, corporate retreats, and small receptions.

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    Back Deck

    2 West St, Boston, MA 02111, USA
    • Spaces for 125-175 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Back Deck offers expert backyard barbecuing seven days a week in a relaxed metropolitan setting. Friends and family gather for charcoal-grilled dishes inspired by informal cookout fare, as well as porch-perfect cocktails, beer, and wine. We are committed to providing the greatest possible level of quality and consistency. Our innovative food, one-of-a-kind beverages, legendary service, and chic ambiance set us apart. We are prepared to meet your every need at the Back Deck. Back Deck is ideal for business luncheons, birthday celebrations, graduations, cocktail parties, and any other type of gathering. Our friendly staff is committed to providing service that will far exceed the expectations of your friends, family, and business associates. Back Deck offers expert backyard barbecuing seven days a week in a relaxed metropolitan setting. Friends and family gather for charcoal-grilled dishes inspired by informal cookout fare, as well as porch-perfect cocktails, beer, and wine. WE BURN HARDWOOD CHARCOAL ON THE BACK DECK. Aside from the delightful smoky flavor, charcoal produces a hotter, more intense heat. Foods sear better on charcoal, delicate foods like fish stick less, and the "grilled" flavor, which is a result of the hot grate searing the surface of the foods and the smoke produced by the fire, is improved. SHARING A MEAL AND BREAKING BREAD IS A CULTURAL EXPERIENCE BECAUSE FOOD CREATES SUCH A BOND BETWEEN PEOPLE. Our management team is dedicated to making Back Deck better for our guests by proactively influencing our path and working closely with our workforce. They are the real deal: outstanding leaders and individuals.

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    Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse Boston Back Bay

    888 Boylston St #053, Boston, MA 02116, USA
    • Spaces for 10-150 Guests
    • 4 Restaurants

    Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse, one of the greatest restaurants in Back Bay Boston, serves hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood. Our restaurant, which is located on Boylston Street near the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, is part of Prudential Center. You'll enjoy a typical steakhouse dining experience in an elevated ambiance with elegant architecture, sophisticated décor, and big private rooms. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse was established in 1981 with a daring goal in mind: to encapsulate the rich legacy of the classic American steakhouse. Our goal has remained the same since then. We continue this history, but with a modern, sleek twist, to provide you with an unrivaled dining experience every time you visit. Our outstanding chef-driven cuisine, comprehensive award-winning wine list, and exceptional service set us apart from any other steakhouse in the United States. On our menu, you'll find only the freshest, most delectable foods. Our sommeliers will help you navigate our comprehensive wine range. Our crew is dedicated to providing you with exceptional service in a magnificent, vibrant setting that is ideal for any event. Host your next gathering in one of our private or semi-private dining spaces to make it extra special. These rooms will enable your celebration reach its maximum potential, no matter what your needs are, with trendy decor, plenty of seats, and audio/visual capabilities. Our private and semi-private dining rooms are ideal for everything from birthday parties to board meetings. Our expert private dining organizers will design and customize your occasion to make it one to remember.

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    Tunnel

    100 Stuart St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
    • Spaces for 200 Guests
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    Eddie V's - Boston

    122 Belvidere St, Boston, MA 02199, USA

    Eddie V's Prime Seafood restaurant in Boston, near the Prudential Center, Hynes Convention Center, and Copley Place, offers a stylish fine dining experience. To accompany great steaks hand-cut in house and exquisite seafood flown in fresh daily, we offer an extensive range of fine wines and hand-crafted cocktails. At our restaurant, we try to make each guest's visit unforgettable and to provide a world-class dining experience to downtown Boston. Sip on inventive hand-crafted cocktails with attitude while eating signature tapas in The V Lounge. Join us tonight for an amazing dinner. We're located close to the Belvidere St public parking garage at 122 Belvidere St. Whether you're commemorating a personal achievement or hoping for a successful meeting, working with us is for individuals who value meticulous planning. Book a private or semi-private room here, and our Private Dining Managers will expertly guide you through every detail to ensure that your celebration is really memorable. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER - A personal event planner - Personalized menus tailored to your tastes and preferences - Wine pairing suggestions - Valet parking - Webcasting and other cutting-edge media technology - A sophisticated private dining experience for both lunch and dinner We have the technology you need to make your presentations stunning, whatever your meeting requirements are. The majority of our rooms have high-definition plasma TV screens with cable, huge projection screens with LCD projectors, laser pointers, and other amenities. If you need equipment that we don't have on-site, we can usually get it for you. Reach out today! We can’t wait to host your next event.

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    Legal Sea Foods – Downtown Crossing

    558 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111, USA
    • Spaces for 125-160 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    With us, you can celebrate a special occasion or host a corporate event. We personalize every meal item and finishing touch. In our semi-private lounge at Legal Crossing, we can accommodate 25 guests for a cocktail reception. A 75-person seated dinner and 80-person cocktail reception are possible with a partial buy-out. For larger parties, a full buy-out is offered for up to 125 people for seated events and 160 people for a cocktail reception. Legal Crossing's group dining offers excellent food, service, and convenience. For more information, please contact our special events manager. The Berkowitz family opened a fish market in Cambridge's Inman Square neighborhood in 1950, giving birth to the Legal Sea Foods brand. Customers were granted "Legal Stamps" (forerunners of S&H green stamps) with their purchases at a related family business adjacent to the market at the time, a grocery store called Legal Cash Market. The name "Legal" became linked with excellence and freshness throughout this time. The first Legal Sea Foods restaurant debuted in 1968, directly across from the fish market. The fish was simply grilled or cooked before being distributed on paper plates at communal picnic tables. The Company's commitment to quality standards, freshness, and the integrity of the entire pier-to-plate process remains unchanged today. By concentrating on people (our employees and guests) and excellence in everything we do, we continue to raise the bar and set the brand apart from the competition. So when we declare, "If it isn't fresh, it isn't Legal!" we're reaffirming a dedication that has kept the brand alive for more than 50 years.

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    Aquitaine

    569 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02118, USA
    • Spaces for 50-75 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    With a vibrant craft attitude and a hand-picked wine program, traditional cuisine in nature are continuously elevated to new levels. In the heart of Boston's South End, Aquitaine is an award-winning Parisian-inspired French cafe commemorating 25 years of service. Come savor Steak Frites with a glass of wine on our newly expanded patio or in our completely refurbished Parisian-inspired dining room overlooking historic Tremont Street. Aquitaine Boston offers a variety of private and semi-private rooms. Allow our team of experts to organize and execute your event. In our private room or in the main dining area, we serve lunch, brunch, supper, and cocktails. Reach out today to learn about the private event and dining experience. Aquitaine Bar à Vin Bistro has established itself as the South End's premier French bistro. The award-winning Aquitaine offers an authentic French dining experience, inspired by Parisian local bistros. Seth Woods, the Executive Chef/Owner, has carved a niche for himself in the Boston restaurant market with his inventive yet traditional French cuisine. The ambience of Aquitaine is reminiscent of a cutting-edge Parisian Bistro. In terms of both cost and organization, Aquitaine's wine program is ambitious. All of the major French wine areas are represented, as well as the traditional huge California houses and boutique wineries. “Amazing authentic French dishes on the menu. The food was beautifully presented and tasted delicious. Service was top notch. Decor was delightful. I can’t say enough about this truly great find in Boston. Will definitely be back again and again.” -Tracey W.

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    Lucca North End

    226 Hanover St, Boston, MA 02113, USA
    • Spaces for 40-200 Guests
    • 2 Event Spaces

    At Lucca North End, four private dinning rooms are available to choose from and accommodate groups of 10 to 100. The staff will help find the perfect room to host your upcoming event whether that be a wedding reception or corporate event. Superior levels of excellent cuisine, service, and attention to detail are provided for your private event at Lucca North End.

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    OAK Long Bar + Kitchen

    138 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
    • Spaces for 50 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    OAK Long Bar + Kitchen, recently rated "#1 Hotel Bar" by Boston Magazine, offers an outstanding food and beverage experience in one of the city's most iconic dining rooms. OAK is the ideal place to assemble your guests for your next special occasion, with great artisan cocktails, classic American wines, and seasonal food featuring local ingredients. From celebratory dinners to your company's next Christmas party, our varied facilities are great for all types of gatherings. The High Top Views "see and be seen" area, located in the middle of the restaurant and immediately in front of the bar, can accommodate up to 25 people for a standing reception or up to 10 guests for a seated dinner. Large non-buyout parties of up to 2 hours are available with a Food & Beverage minimum of $500 Monday through Wednesday and $1,000 Thursday through Sunday. The Red Room Lounge, located at OAK's hotel entrance, boasts a glass-walled wine vault, fireplace, and antique stained glass window. This area comfortably fits up to 25 guests for a standing event and is ideal for smaller celebrations and meet & greets. Large non-buyout parties of up to 2 hours are available with a Food & Beverage minimum of $2,000 Monday through Wednesday and $2,500 Thursday through Sunday. The St. James portion of our dining room is ideal for a formal dinner or cocktail celebration, with views of Copley Square and our open-hearth oven. At a single long table, the room may accommodate up to 14 seated guests. The room can hold up to 50 people for a standing reception. Large non-buyout parties of up to 2 hours are available with a Food & Beverage minimum of $1,500 Monday through Wednesday and $2,500 Thursday through Sunday.

    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
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    Barcelona Brookline

    1700 Beacon St, Brookline, MA 02445, USA
    • Spaces for 60-70 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    Celebrate in the style of Barcelona. You should think about holding your event in Barcelona, whether it's a small gathering or a large gathering. From signature tapas to Mediterranean specialties, our constantly changing menu is dictated by the freshest ingredients available at the time. We also have a large selection of wines from Spain and South America available for purchase. Our talented private events team will collaborate with you to ensure that your event is a success. Our small army of chefs, who are trained in a diverse range of global cuisines, will work with you to make your event a success. Please use the links provided below to reserve the exclusive use of the private dining room. Please contact the restaurant directly if you wish to make a non-private reservation. The cuisine is simple and rustic, with tapas influenced by Mediterranean, Spanish, and South American influences, as well as local ingredients. The wine list includes nearly 400 different selections. The cuisine is simple and rustic, with tapas influenced by Mediterranean, Spanish, and South American influences, as well as local ingredients. The wine list includes nearly 400 different selections.

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    The Huntington

    264 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
    • Spaces for 227 Guests

    The Maso Studio is a fully convertible black box space located on the second floor of the theatre’s west wing. It has a maximum seating capacity of 227 (pending configuration). The space is regularly used for small performances and rehearsals as well as social events. The Maso Studio is fully ADA compliant.

    Avg response time 12-24 hrs
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    Bella Luna Restaurant & Milky Way Lounge

    284 Amory St, Boston, MA 02130, USA
    • Spaces for 130 Guests

    Bella Luna & The Milky Way offers a unique setting for your next party or wedding. In the historic Haffenreffer Brewery, a variety of room, menu, and bar choices are available to create the exact event you imagined. Whether you are looking for a spot to celebrate your wedding, birthday, or baby shower, Bella Luna & The Milky Way is here to welcome you and your guests.

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    PAGU

    310 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
    • Spaces for 150-174 Guests
    • 1 Restaurant

    We discussed the possibility of changing one of our three pillars, "Food," to "Cooking" in a meeting with our graphic designer. The goal was to make a more aesthetically and auditorily unified term, but this proposed adjustment couldn't reflect the core and scope of "Food" Because our concept extends much beyond cooking. "Food" encapsulates the warmth, humor, and love shared with family and friends over a meal. When you take the first mouthful of a new dish or ingredient, you get a flutter of excitement in your stomach. Food is the medium through which we share tales and cultivate new friendships. The richness and flavor that we feel through sensory explosion is due to the farmer who devotes his or her days and nights to tending to crops and cattle. The scientist is the one who comes up with new strategies to keep agricultural practices sustainable and impactful. The mother and father are the ones who work numerous jobs to provide a dinner for their family. To put it another way, "food" is more than just something we eat. So, what exactly is PAGU? There are intangible qualities of PAGU that, like "Food," cannot be expressed eloquently or accurately in words. It's not just a restaurant. It's more than a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. PAGU, like our playful and tenacious pug buddy Phoebe, is a dynamic and transforming spirit that encourages our friends and guests to live life to the fullest, both literally and metaphorically. We want to celebrate family, friends, innovation, and creativity, among other things, via food and service. We challenge ourselves to make feel-good homey food that talks to the body and spirit, inspired by our local excursions and trips across the world — something that consistently called to us no matter where we were, regardless of the cuisine. PAGU will work with you to arrange every detail of your rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, or ceremony, from the cuisine to the cocktails, space design, hotel accommodations, and everything in between.

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    Oakley Country Club

    410 Belmont St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA
    • Spaces for 205-210 Guests
    • 1 Ballroom
    • 1 Country Club

    The beautiful ballroom, perched atop Strawberry Hill, has enormous windows overlooking our championship golf course and a panoramic view of the Boston cityscape. We'd be delighted to help you plan a memorable occasion! With the value and simplicity of a wedding package plan, the Oakley Country Club, which was founded in 1898, continues its long reputation of great food and service. For retirement parties, employee appreciation dinners, fundraisers, and holiday parties, we are glad to offer a range of menu selections. Showers, baptisms, reunions, and birthday parties are all held in the ballroom. Contact us immediately to start planning your 50-300 person special event. The ballroom at Oakley Country Club can accommodate up to 205 guests and boasts the coveted middle-of-the-room dance floor, giving all of your guests a perfect view of your special day. The appropriate place to start your event is in a separate cocktail area with a view of the Boston skyline and our beautiful golf course. In a devastating fire in 1962, the old Oakley Clubhouse was destroyed. It was replaced by a new clubhouse, which was rebuilt in 1998 to match the original Bulfinch building's lines. The Club's efforts to maintain the charm of a New England rural estate while delivering best-in-class country club accommodations are being bolstered by the 2018-19 clubhouse renovations. The configuration of the course has remained unchanged since the last Ross re-design in 1910. In 2004, the Club hired restoration architects to look over the century-old Ross plans and realign the bunkers and greens to match the Master's layout. Oakley is a landlocked city club. Because our architect's greatest talent was his ability to route fairways, our 85 precious acres allow us an extraordinarily efficient 6,000 yard course!