When it comes to classic New York wedding venues, The Central Park Boathouse is one of the most iconic choices. Nestled in the heart of Central Park with stunning lakeside views, it offers a picturesque and elegant setting for couples looking to tie the knot in a timeless NYC landmark. But what does it actually cost to host a wedding at this sought-after venue in 2025? Here’s a detailed breakdown of the pricing, so you can plan accordingly.
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Overall Cost Estimate
Let’s start with some total numbers before breaking down each fee individually. We combed through all the pricing details in the PDF to put together some high level quotes using Tulle’s Venue Calculator tool. This tool allows you to put in the most common elements of venue pricing PDFs to figure out the actual total without having to build a complex spreadsheet.
$67,889 for 100 guests
This takes the the cheapest per person food & beverage package on a weekend and adds an extra $20 per person to have the ceremony onsite.
$81,718 for 125 guests
This takes the the cheapest per person food & beverage package on a weekend and adds an extra $20 per person to have the ceremony onsite.
$95,537 for 150 guests
This takes the the cheapest per person food & beverage package on a weekend and adds an extra $20 per person to have the ceremony onsite.
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Individual Costs and Fees at the Central Park Boathouse
Ceremony Fees
You can get married at the Central Park Boathouse, but it will cost you an extra $20 per person to have the ceremony there.
Reception Fees
Reception Site Fees
The venue fee for the Central Park Boathouse is $9,500. This includes the following:
- Tables, Chairs, Linens, and Dinner Napkins
- Menu Cards & Table Numbers with Stands
- Votive Candles
- Coat Check Service
- Bathroom Attendant
Food and Beverage Costs
The Central Park Boathouse offers multiple catering packages, with per-person pricing based on the day of the week and a standard or premium bar.
- Monday – Thursday with Standard Bar: $335 per person
- Monday – Thursdaywith Premium Bar: $365 per person
- Friday – Sunday with Standard Bar: $396 per person
- Friday – Sunday with Premium Bar: $428 per person
What’s Included in the Packages?
Each package includes:
- 5-hour service
- 1 Hour passed Hors D’oeuvres + (1) Non-Action Station
- Choice of (6) passed Hors D’oeuvres
- 3 course plated dinner
Additional Fees
Deposits & Policies
- Admin fee: 12%
- Service charge 12%
- NYS Tax: 8.875%
- Cake cutting fee: $5 per person
If you’re looking for an iconic NYC wedding location with waterfront views, classic charm, and an elegant setting, the Central Park Boathouse is hard to beat. It offers a seamless indoor-outdoor feel, allowing guests to enjoy the beauty of Central Park while celebrating in a refined space. The mix of fine dining, a stunning lakefront backdrop, and the venue’s historic charm make it a dream setting for many couples. That said, because pricing is per person and runs close to $400 per person, costs can add up quickly, especially with additional fees for cake cutting and ceremony setup. It’s important to carefully plan your guest count and budget accordingly.
Want to access the original pricing PDF and help estimating your potential cost? Log in to Tulle Together‘s Wedding Pricing Transparency Project to access the full venue pricing PDF and more than 1,200 other pricing PDFs, as well as leveraging our Venue Calculator to help estimate your potential costs at this venue!
Want to access the original pricing PDF and help estimating your potential cost? Log in to Tulle Together‘s Wedding Pricing Transparency Project to access the full venue pricing PDF and more than 1,200 other pricing PDFs, as well as leveraging our Venue Calculator to help estimate your potential costs at this venue!
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