Waterfront Wedding Venue for Ceremonies & Reception in Maryland

Food

Clients may choose a pre-designed menu or design a menu, and have us cost it out. In planning your event, you are essentially taking 75 or more of your friends and family “Out to Dinner”. We use butter, salt, sugar, etc. however can cater to specific dietary needs. Our main banquet service is two hours.

Tastings

We host open tastings throughout the year and they are complimentary. Couples and their families are invited to sample a few of our items to get an idea of our food quality. Every wedding menu is customized through sauces, spices and cooking methods that will be discussed at your final appointment.

Cake

Cake is a very personal choice so we allow you to select your own cake vendor. We do not charge a cake cutting fee, take home wrap is provided. If client supplies cake boxes, they must be assembled.

Beverages

There are various bar options that include a cash bar, pre-paid tab, or open bar. All packages include soda/tea/coffee. All beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, are supplied by Kurtz’s Beach, no outside alcohol may be brought to the facility. If alcohol is brought in the facility, it would be the client’s responsibility to address with their guests and we reserve the right to end the event.

Beer

Package includes Coors Light draft and Yuengling draft beer. Alternative brands can be provided at an additional cost.

Wine

Various brands and choices are made available.

Mixed Drinks

Open Bar package includes standard, name brand liquors (Premium liquors are also available at an additional cost).

Signature Drink

Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic signature drinks can be provided (i.e. fuzzy navel, whiskey sour, orange crush, red or white sangria, etc.)

Champagne Toast

Complimentary champagne provided for Bridal Party and two Parents Tables. If wine is a part of your package, champagne will also be available at the bar.

Your Big Day!

Convenient parking for your guests will be provided across from the facility (in the field).

Your guests are welcomed, assisted with any gifts or packages and directed to their assigned seats by your alphabetized guest list.

SAMPLE Time Line:

5:30pm – Groom arrives with Bridal Party to Kurtz’s Beach
5:45pm – Bride arrives with Bridal Party to Kurtz’s Beach
6:00pm – Ceremony begins
6:30pm – Ceremony ends/guest are welcomed for cocktails & hors d’oeuvres/photographer finishes up with any bridal party photos
7:00pm – Guests are asked to find their seats/bridal party lines up for introductions
7:10pm – Introductions, First dance, welcome, blessing, etc
7:15pm – Tables are called for dinner
8:30pm – Cake is cut and served
9:30pm – Gifts are collected with someone that you’ll designate to go to the car
10:15pm – Bar Closes, Last song is played, goodbyes with your guests
10:30pm – Event concludes

Booking Process

Upon your decision to use Kurtz’s Beach for your special event, you should review the following process:

1. Complete our contact form, call 410-255-1280, or email us at info@kurtzsbeach.com.
2. After a site visit, we will send you a contract that will include your name and address, etc., menu, date, time and any special instructions.
3. Review, sign, and return contract with your deposit. Deposits can be made via cash, check or credit card.
4. Attend one of our tastings or open houses prior to your big day.
5. One month prior to your wedding, we will reach out to schedule your final appointment that will take place 2 weeks prior to your scheduled event. At your final appointment, be prepared to provide Kurtz’s Beach with a final head count, any additional planning notes and any remaining balance due. Your final payment can be made with cash or check. (Credit Cards may be accepted for final payment, however a 3% processing fee will be added)
6. During the week prior to your event, your guest list, favors, wedding supplies, lineup and the name of the person responsible for your gifts must be delivered to Kurtz’s Beach. Remember, your alphabetized guest list is a must, we do not use place cards.