wedplan.ai

The Grove by the River

Wedding venue in Newark, Ohio

The Grove by the River, Newark, OH — photo 1The Grove by the River, Newark, OH — photo 2The Grove by the River, Newark, OH — photo 3The Grove by the River, Newark, OH — photo 4The Grove by the River, Newark, OH — photo 5

About The Grove by the River

The Grove by the River is a banquet facility and community park located along the Licking River in Newark, Ohio. It offers a versatile wedding venue with both indoor and outdoor spaces. Ceremonies can be held on the River Deck or Patio, with options for a high-peak white wedding tent and capacity up to 200 guests. Receptions take place in the banquet hall, which accommodates up to 200 guests with table and chair setup, head table, buffet tables, and decorative lighting. The venue provides all-inclusive wedding packages that include dinner, bar service, and decorations, with packages starting at $500 for a small reception. Additional ceremony packages range from $425 to $1,000. The property also features a campground with RV and tent sites, a cabin, playground, and shelter house, available for guests. DIY event packages are offered for those who prefer to bring their own food. The venue is presented by Licking/Knox Goodwill.

The facts

Guests
Up to 200 guests
Pricing note
Wedding reception packages range from $500 (small, up to 50 guests) to $2,500 (Saturday, up to 200 guests). Ceremony packages range from $425 (small, up to 50 guests) to $1,000 (Dogwood, up to 200 guests). All-inclusive packages include dinner, bar service, and decorations. DIY packages available for lower cost.
Kind of place
Banquet hall · Park · Garden · Estate
Last updated
October 2026

This listing was compiled by wedplan.ai from the venue’s own website and public listings. Work here? Claim the page to keep it current.

On the big wedding guides

  • Listed on WeddingWire (checked October 2026)
  • Listed on Zola (checked October 2026)

How to reach The Grove by the River

Wedding venues near The Grove by the River

More banquet hall venues nearby