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Welcome to the Hawthorn
wedding pricing
Tucked in Portsmouth’s West End, The Hawthorn is a thoughtfully restored historic venue designed for unforgettable gatherings – warm, architectural, and effortlessly elegant. With generous, flexible space, a signature lounge and bar, and a setting that feels both timeless and personal, it’s where your story is honored and the celebration unfolds with ease.
The Venue:
Essentials & Amenities
- Exclusive use of the venue for the entire day and evening
- 6,000 total square feet of space
- 3,800 square feet of event space, sub-dividable for smaller events
- Generous capacity for 250 guests or 180 seated with dance floor.
- Available for both ceremony and/or reception
- A Gatsby style lounge and sweeping curved bar with seating for 18 overlooking the event space.
- Full catering prep kitchen
- Private couples suite for preparation or a quiet moment.
- Six cocktail tables and a mix of round and rectangular dining tables paired with our signature black wooden willow chairs
- A fully appointed bar with curated package selections or cash bar service
- Built-in surround audio
- Ideally positioned in Portsmouth’s West End with easy access to plentiful restaurants, ceremony options, and guest accommodations
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tailored ways to celebrate
At The Hawthorn, couples select from two approaches to planning their wedding.
| FRIDAY | SATURDAY | |
|---|---|---|
| May-October | $6,750 | $7,750 |
| Nov-April | $5,750 | $6,750 |
| Reserve Friday for Saturday Wedding | $3,000 | — |
| Ceremony on-site | $1,500 | $1,500 |
Five-hour open bar packages are offered at $50–$70 per guest, with the option to host a cash bar. Choose from our three preferred catering partners to craft a menu that reflects your vision and preferred budget.
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The Classic Venue
Reserve the venue for exclusive private use and treat the space as your canvas, curating your vision through every detail. Couples select from our three preferred catering partners, bar service is provided and managed by The Hawthorn, and a professional day-of coordinator of your choice is required. From there, every remaining detail becomes an expression of your vision. Perfect for couples who value a hands-on approach to design every element of their celebration.
| FRIDAY | SATURDAY | |
|---|---|---|
| May-October | $6,750 | $7,750 |
| Nov-April | $5,750 | $6,750 |
| Reserve Friday for Saturday Wedding | $3,000 | — |
| Ceremony on-site | $1,500 | $1,500 |
Five-hour open bar packages are offered at $50–$85 per guest, with the option to host a cash bar. Choose from our three preferred catering partners to craft a menu that reflects your vision and preferred budget.
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The Signature Collection
Select our Signature Wedding Package for a fully curated experience, where the venue, planning, catering, furnishings, linens, and bar service are seamlessly orchestrated for you. This offering brings together The Hawthorn’s most trusted event professionals – the team behind our most memorable celebrations – ensuring not only a flawless wedding day, but a guided, stress-free planning process from start to finish. With the framework expertly in place, you’re free to focus on the creative details that bring your vision to life. Our Signature Collection includes:
Site Rental
Enjoy full-day, exclusive use of The Hawthorn, giving you and your guests complete privacy and flexibility to celebrate from first look to last dance.
Catering
An elevated culinary experience that begins with curated stationary displays and passed hors d’oeuvres, followed by a plated two-course dinner. Choose from one of our three exclusive catering partners and customize a menu that reflects your personal style.
Bar
Velvet Lounge Open Bar (up to five hours): A curated selection of beer, wine, and spirits plus one custom signature cocktail, professionally staffed with up to three bartenders for seamless service.
Tables & Chairs
A mix of our round and rectangular tables paired with our signature black wooden café chairs—combining timeless style with modern elegance.
Linens & Flatware
Premium white linens, napkins, and full place settings, including flatware, dishware, and glassware, elevating every table with understated sophistication.
Event Coordination
Dedicated premier planner: Initial vision consultation and curated vendor suggestions, with complete logistical management beginning three months prior to deliver a seamless, impeccably timed celebration.
Package cost
| 75 Guests | $36,065 |
|---|---|
| 100 Guests | $42,000 |
| 125 Guests | $48,000 |
| 150 Guests | $53,000 |
| 175 Guests | $59,565 |
Costs include all items listed above and will be adjusted for your final guest count. Standard state taxes are not included.
Cue the Champagne
From introduction to celebration, every detail is approached with intention and ease.
Every event at The Hawthorn starts with a conversation; a personal call with our Managing Director to understand your vision and guide you toward the experience that fits you best. From there we invite you to walk the space, meet the team, and explore the details that will shape your event.
Schedule your introductory call.
Cue the Champagne
From first impression to final pour, we're Here for you.
Book a tour and step inside. We’ll walk the space, talk vision, budget, and all the details that matter – then start shaping an event that feels as good as it looks.
Champagne, chilled and ready.
Come Experience The Hawthorn.