The Union League of Philadelphia
2025 WEDDING PACKAGE
The Union League's Wedding Package is designed to assist in menu planning and selection, while allowing you the freedom to create an affair that suits your personal tastes.
OUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• Open Bar with Deluxe Brands
• Tapas Display, Reception Station and Butlered Hors d’oeuvres
• Four Course Plated Dinner
• Tableside Dinner Wine Service
• Champagne Toast
• Wedding Cake
• Complimentary Parking
• Complimentary Suite for the Newlyweds the Night of the Wedding
The package price is determined by the entrée selection listed on the following pages. If offering a pre-determined entrée choice, the higher priced entrée prevails. Service charge, sales tax, Philadelphia liquor tax and parking are included in our package price.
Room Rental fees will be based on space utilized and will be quoted by your Private Events Manager. room rental fees are taxable.
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BOTTLED BEER
• Abolitionist Pale Ale
• High Noon Seltzer
• Miller Lite
HOUSE WINE
• Stella Artois
• Yards IPA
• Yuengling Lager
A Selection of grape varietals from McManis, Emmolo, Bogle Vineyards and Mas Y Mas
Upgraded wine is available for an additional fee.
LIQUOR
vodka
• Ketel One
• Grey Goose
• Tito’s Homemade
• Absolute Citron
gin
• Bluecoat
• Bombay Sapphire
• Hendricks
• Tanqueray
tequila
• Patron Silver
• Patron Reposado
rum
• Bacardi Superior
• Captain Morgan Spiced
• Malibu Coconut
bourbon
• Jefferson's Small Batch
• Maker’s Mark
• Crown Royal
• Jack Daniel’s
• Jameson
• Woodford Reserve Rye
scotch
• Auchentoshan 12yr
• Johnnie Walker Black
• Laphroig 10yr
• Macallan 12yr
cordials and cognac
• Aperol
• Bailey’s Irish Cream
• Campari
• Courvoisier VS
• Kahlua
• Woodford Reserve whiskey
AdditionalOptionsLiquor
Add individual brands for $7 each to the package price.
vodka
• Absolut
• Chopin
• Stateside
• Stolichnaya
gin
• Beefeater
• Plymouth
rum
• Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum
bourbon
• Bulleit
• Knob Creek
whiskey
• Bushmill's Irish
• Canadian Club
• Seagram's 7
• Bulleit Rye
• Knob Creek Rye
• Chivas Regal
scotch
• Dewar's White Label
• Glenlivet 12yr
• Sliced Soppresata, Capicola, Salami Toscano, Finnocchiona, Napoletana Piccante, Prosciutto, Cured Chorizo
Tapas Display
• Cabrales and Manchego Cheeses
• Assorted Roasted Vegetables
• Marinated Mixed Olives
• Prosciutto Wrapped Melon
• Artichoke Dip
• Shrimp Salad
• Fennel, Orange and Cranberry Salad
• Mediterranean Chickpeas
• Roasted Garlic and Lemon Focaccia with Speck and Arugula
• Sliced Baguette
Reception Stations
Please select ONE of the following stations: Add a second station for $17 inclusive per guest. Add a third station for $10 inclusive per guest.
the mediterranean
Crispy falafel, cucumber salad, dill sauce, spiced meatball kebabs, toasted orzo, olive, tomato, feta salad
asian bbq chicken
Sesame cucumbers, steamed rice bun
crispy shrimp taco
Cilantro cabbage slaw, corn tortilla
COCKTAIL RECEPTION EXTENSION
pulled chicken
cacciatore slider Ricotta salata
cornmeal crusted oysters
celery relish, creole remoulade
Broccoli rabe, sharp provolone
If you would like to extend your cocktail reception, there is an additional $950 (plus tax) room rental fee and a $20 inclusive fee per half-hour, per guest for food and beverage.
italian pork slider
Butlered Hors D’oeuvres
Please select FIVE of the following butlered hors d’oeuvres:
CANAPÉS
• Lime scented shrimp, chorizo, cumin aioli
• California roll, avocado and crabmeat
• House smoked salmon, orange marmalade, brioche
• Hummus, cucumber and feta tart
• Whipped brie, crushed berries, brioche
• Lobster roll
• Duo of duck, herb mustard, crouton
• Baba ghanoush, halloumi, pickled red onion tart
• East Coast oyster on half shell, cucumber mint mignonette
HOT HORS D’OEUVRES
• Miniature cocktail frankfurter
• Scallop wrapped in bacon
• Housemade cheesesteak spring roll, spicy ketchup pipette
• Blackened chicken skewer, Creole relish
• Crispy blanket shrimp, cilantro soy sauce
• Potato and pea samosa
• Chicken teriyaki wonton
• Spinach and ricotta pizzetta
• Short rib empanada, lime sour cream
• Sundried tomato and grana palmier
• Miniature crab cake, tartar sauce
Dinner Service
WINE SERVICE
• Mas Y Mas, Toast
• Bogle and McManis red and white wine offered tableside throughout dinner service.
FIRST COURSE
Please select ONE of the following:
citrus poached shrimp
Basil panna cotta, tomato confit, micro arugula
roquefort and walnut tart
Cipollini jam, frisée
potato pancake
Lobster, caviar, sour cream, petite salad
grilled marinated shrimp
Chorizo, white polenta, cilantro pesto
charred tomato soup
Saffron lobster, orzo
roasted chicken soup
Vegetable minestra, cornmeal dumplings
caramelized cauliflower soup
Pear and sesame
pan seared crab cake
Gingered sweet potato, green curry sauce
housemade orecchiette
Wood grilled mushrooms, peas, pecorino crema
veal polpette
Mascarpone polenta, tomato gravy
SALAD
Please select ONE of the following:
baby romaine caesar salad
Shaved grana padano, croutons, Caesar dressing
marinated grilled shrimp
Forbidden black rice, sesame carrots, ginger vinaigrette
baby kale and roasted red pepper
Olives, pistachio, white balsamic vinaigrette
baby beet and goat cheese
Frisée, almond, honey
crispy prosciutto and melon
House made ricotta, arugula, balsamic reduction
baby spinach
Sliced egg, maple glazed bacon, roasted mushroom vinaigrette
classic mixed greens
Bacon, orange segments, candied walnuts, crumbled bleu cheese, maple vinaigrette
lolla rosa and frisée
Poached pears, microgreens, pear vinaigrette
INTERMEZZO
choice of flavored granita or sorbet
+$12 inclusive per guest
ENTRÉE
Please select ONE of the following:
roasted chicken breast
Corn pancake, haricot vert, “pot pie” sauce $230
striped bass
Fennel purée, roasted pepper and kalamata compote, olive oil crouton $245
roasted salmon
Scampi orzo, charred zucchini, saffron nage $235
grilled swordfish
Ratatouille couscous, herb shrimp jus $242
slow roasted beef short rib
Roasted carrot polenta, broccoli spear, peppercorn beef jus $245
veal osso bucco
Saffron risotto, broccolini, gremolata veal jus $262
roasted new york strip steak
Broccoli and gruyère pavé, horseradish beef jus $260
chicken milanese
Roasted fingerling potato, cipollini, arugula, grilled tomato puttanesca $235
grilled filet mignon
Savory mushroom farro, shallot fondue, jumbo asparagus, red wine sauce $255
LAND AND SEA, A PERFECT PAIR
frenched chicken breast and marinated shrimp
Corn pancake, braised greens, Creole chicken jus $237
braised short rib of beef and grilled salmon
Roasted mushroom and scallion potato purée, glazed carrot, burgundy beef jus $250
filet mignon and buttered roasted lobster
Roasted shallot potato purée, broccolini, brandy beef jus $280
filet mignon and crab cake
Roasted fennel couscous, haricot vert, charred pepper beef jus $275
DESSERT
Please select FOUR Butlered Treats or ONE Plated Dessert:
miniature butlered treats
• Assorted Ice Cream Cones
• Assorted Sorbet Cones
• Cheesecake Lollipops
• Salted Caramel Nut Tarts
• Cannoli
• Passion Fruit Mousse Cups
• Crème Brûlée Spoons
• Coconut Macaroons
• Cake Pops
• Citrus Meringue Cones
• Miniature Whoopie Pies
• Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
plated dessert
family style miniatures
Select FOUR Items from the Miniature Butlered Treats (except frozen items)
white chocolate cheesecake
Cherry compote, Tahitian vanilla crème fraîche chantilly
hazelnut nutella torte
Gianduja ganache, dark chocolate mousseline, raspberry coulis
french macarons
Virtually any color or flavor
Hot Beverage Service
• Freshly Brewed Coffee
• Freshly Brewed Decaffeinated Coffee
• Herbal Tea
The Wedding Cake
We look forward to discussing your customdesigned tiered cake.
CAKE
• Vanilla Genoise
• Pound
• Funfetti
• Decadent Chocolate
• Red Velvet
• Marble
• Citrus
FILLING
• Flavored Mousse
• Buttercream
• Assorted Jams
• Lemon Curd
• Ganache Filling
ICING
• Swiss Buttercream
• American Buttercream
• Fondant Icing
Specialty designs may carry an additional charge.
Cocktail Hour Enhancements
The following items are available to enhance your cocktail reception.
HORS D’OEUVRE & MINI COCKTAIL PAIRINGS
Served in tandem, butlered style
• Lobster roll with Hendricks Gimlet
• Oysters with Grapefruit Gin & Tonic
• Scallop wrapped in bacon with Old Fashioned
• Cheesesteak spring roll with Yards IPA
• Short rib empanada with Margarita
$12 inclusive per pair, two pair maximum
RECEPTION STATIONS
• Herb crusted rack of lamb, rosemary currant chutney
• Blackened tuna, fennel and romesco relish
• Five spice peking duck, hoisin, scallion, warm rice bun
$26 inclusive per guest, each
THE RAW BAR
• Jumbo shrimp, crab claws, clams and oysters on the half shell
• Tuna tartare, kampachi ceviche
• Cocktail sauce, mignonette sauce, lemon wedges
$50 inclusive per guest
Stations may require at least one chef’s attendant fee of $225. The number of chef’s attendants needed will be based upon the final guest count.
ICE CARVING
Custom Ice Carvings are available at market price. Each ice carving carries an additional fee based upon the ice carving creation.
Last Dance Enhancements
BUTLERED SNACKS
Please select THREE of the following:
• Parmesan crusted chicken, tomato compote
• Potato and cheddar pierogi, dill sour cream
• Beer braised kielbasa en croute, onion mustard jam
• Mac and cheese croquette
$24 inclusive per guest
LATE-NIGHT STATIONS
old bay tater tots, crab and cheese sauce
$16 inclusive per guest
grilled cheese and tomato soup
$16 inclusive per guest
beef sliders, cheddar, comeback sauce
$18 inclusive per guest
cheesesteaks, fried onions, club rolls
$18 inclusive per guest
LATE-NIGHT DESSERT STATIONS
viennese dessert table
$26 inclusive per guest
old fashioned doughnuts
Please select THREE housemade doughnuts:
• S’mores
• Peanut Butter Cup
• Bourbon Vanilla Glaze
• Cinnamon-Sugar
• Chef’s Choice Seasonal Selection
$20 inclusive per guest, $225 attendant fee
cookies and milk
• Assorted warm cookies and milk shooters
$17 inclusive per guest, $225 attendant fee
waffle sundae bar
• Warm waffles served with choice of vanilla, chocolate or strawberry ice cream, assorted toppings and sauces.
$22 inclusive per guest, $225 attendant fee
Additional Arrangements
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
Inn at the League room rates may be arranged for your guests with the Inn Manager. Please contact Sarah Selig at rosenbergs@unionleague.org for rates and availability.
WEDDING CEREMONY
A private room may be reserved for your wedding ceremony. Each room carries a room rental fee, based on the size, and will include chair setup and staging for the ceremony. Draping is also available for an additional fee. Room Rental Fees are taxable. Complimentary rehearsal space may be arranged with your Private Events Manager.
GUEST PARKING
Guest parking is included at the Midtown Parking Garage at 1415 Sansom Street. Complimentary parking is limited to one night.
COAT CHECK
A complimentary coat check is available during the winter season.
DECORATIONS
Votive candles, white, gold and cream table linen, as well as, white or cream napkins are available for your selection at no additional charge. Alternative napkins and linens may be arranged and will be charged accordingly.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Photographs are welcome in specific areas throughout our unique location. Please make arrangements in advance with your Private Events Manager to secure a time and location.
REHEARSAL DINNER AND POST WEDDING DAY BRUNCH
The Union League also provides the perfect setting for your rehearsal dinner and post wedding brunch in one of our Private Event spaces.
VENDOR INFORMATION
All equipment must be loaded in through the Moravian Street entrance. Please provide your Private Events Manager with the contact information for all of your vendors. Vendor meals will be provided at your request: tossed salad, baked chicken, pasta primavera, assorted cookies and beverages.
$65 inclusive per person
CHILDREN’S MEALS
Please select ONE item for each course.
First Course:
• Fresh seasonal fruit cup
• Mixed baby greens, cucumbers, carrots
Entrée:
• Chicken tenders, french fries, broccoli
• Penne pasta, marinara sauce
Dessert:
• Chef’s selection of assorted cookies
• Vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce
$65 inclusive per child
Wedding Guidelines
A payment of 25% of the estimated event cost is required to confirm a specific date along with the signed contract and Member Host Form. The Member Host Form must be completed by an active Union League member. Deposits are nonrefundable and non-transferable. Prices listed on the 2025 Wedding Package are guaranteed through December 2025, unless there are specific cost increases beyond control.
Payment policy requires 50% of the estimated event cost 180 days (six months) prior to the event date with the final balance due three business days prior to the wedding date.
Each of our private rooms carry a rental charge based upon its size. This fee is not included in the package price. Your Private Events Manager will quote the room rental fee for your particular room. Ceremony space will be charged separately. Room rental fees are taxable.
There is a minimum food and beverage charge of $50,000 for all Saturday evening affairs in Lincoln Hall. The food and beverage minimum for the Meade and Grant rooms combined is $32,000. These minimums are inclusive of service charge and taxes, but do not include room rental fees. Other Private Event spaces may carry a food and beverage minimum at the discretion of the Union League.
The Chef requires a preliminary count of guests attending 14-days prior to your event. The final guaranteed guest count is due 72-hours before your wedding day. No allowance or credit will be extended if any less than the guaranteed guest count is in attendance. Any additional guests in attendance will be charged accordingly.
Our standard wedding package is five hours from the start of the cocktail hour. The bar will close briefly while your guests are escorted to the dining room. The bar will reopen for dinner and remain open for the remainder of the evening.
Bar extensions beyond five hours must be approved by the Director of Private Events. Should the bar extension be approved to extend beyond the allotted five hours, each additional half-hour will be charged a $950 (plus tax) room rental fee and a $25 inclusive per guest fee for the bar extension. Bar extensions will be no longer than one hour maximum. The bar extension fee will be based on the guaranteed guest count given 72-hours prior to the wedding.
The wedding tasting can be scheduled up to six months before the wedding date and are presented on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday between 1:30 and 3:00pm. Tastings are not available to be scheduled Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday.
The Union League does not furnish flowers, entertainment or photographers. You are welcome to use any insured and reputable vendor you feel is appropriate. Your Private Event Manager will gladly offer suggestions.
A credit card is required to guarantee any charges that may be incurred over the total balance paid.
