Venues & Event Spaces near Wilkes-Barre, PA

“Food is great fresh and very affordable service is quick and pleasant place is clean,nostalgic with 50s tables Am old and went there since my 20s recommend soup called egg drop ITALIANS CALL IT STRATIATELLI”

“We used the Courtyard by Marriott as the hotel for our wedding in April of 2026 and we had a phenomenal experience. First and foremost, Candace was the easiest person to work with / get in contact with. She was always prompt in her response and gave us many options for how we could maximize our time and the space provided. I was able to use a king suite to get ready the morning of which was more than enough room for myself, 5 bridesmaids, and my mother PLUS 3 hair / makeup professionals. The room was huge and comfortable. The staff was exceptional, they handed out our welcome bags, stored our after party food for us, and even dropped off a goodie bag in our room for me and my husband to enjoy. Our after party bartenders were SO NICE. My guests were happy with their rooms. I really can’t say enough nice things about our experience here and would recommend anyone to use this hotel.”

“Working with the team at The Banks is always a wonderful experience. Kim, Jamie, Kevin and Gary are true professionals, and their care for both couples and vendor teams is exceptional.

As a wedding planner, I work closely with venues in both the planning stages and on the wedding day itself, and the level of support provided here truly stands out. Kim is always happy to help and guide couples as they make decisions, ensuring their choices feel intentional and aligned with their vision for the day. Her knowledge and steady guidance make the planning process feel calm and collaborative.Gary’s calm demeanor on the day of the wedding is invaluable. His presence alone puts couples at ease and creates a sense of confidence that allows the day to unfold smoothly and without stress.

The staffing at The Banks is exceptional, and their commitment to service is unmatched. Every detail is handled with care, professionalism, and genuine hospitality. It is a venue I trust deeply and one I am always happy to recommend to couples looking for a seamless, well supported wedding experience.

Amanda Briggs
Briggs & Co. Events”

“Great environment and energy! The instructor Gabrielle *if I spelled it correctly* was absolutely kind and awesome! Definitely will be going back! I highly recommend it to relax!”

“Lovely venue with wonderful staff and a friendly, hands-on owner. Food was great and everyone had a great time at the wedding I was working (as a contractor). Would definitely recommend.”

“My son was married here this past weekend, (4/08/2023) and the bride's family rented this venue, so I'm not certain of the rates. The venue was in very decent condition and easily accommodated approximately 75, there was room for more. The large kitchen is great. There is an indoor bar area as well as many coolers. The outdoor area has adequate space for parking quite a few vehicles. It's within easy reach from I-81. The outside pavilion is spacious and comfortable as we did an outdoor wedding. The facilities were clean and well maintained.Only complaint is that when I arrived the pavilion wasn't swept out as you can see in 2 of the photos. I as the officiant helped by finding a broom and sweeping out the entire thing (in a 3 piece suit) so we could set up the area for a wedding...Otherwise, have your party also prepared to do a bit of setting up and cleaning up. Not sure if "full service" is provided... that probably would be up to what's contracted?!? Again, I did not book it, just saying.”

“AMAZING!!! Pierce St Deli catered our Wedding Reception and the food couldn't have been more incredible!!! Both Kens really went out of their way to accommodate and gave food recommendations that ended up being spot on!!! They even made sure my loving Bride and I had a cocktail and food in front of us. VERY HARD WORKING STAFF that was so pleasant. (Only thing I couldn't figure out was why the open bar didn't have orange juice) We'd DEFINITELY GO BACK AGAIN! EVERYTHING WAS SO FRESHLY PREPARED!!! And things were decorated so nicely!! Thank you, Pierce St Deli/The Gallery”

“We recently had our 5-year-old’s party at Party Here Events and it was an amazing experience from start to finish! The entire process was completely stress-free since they handled both the setup and cleanup, which made a huge difference for us.

We also chose the package that included the balloon marquee and a hand-painted banner, and everything turned out perfectly. The decorations matched our theme beautifully and really made the party feel extra special.

Highly recommend Party Here Events for anyone looking to host a fun and easy celebration!”