Private Events
Seattle Yacht Club offers a variety of rooms for private events from corporate meetings, weddings, receptions, family gatherings and holiday parties. Whether you desire a simple continental breakfast or an elaborate five course dinner, our catering menus offer something for every type of event. Let our professional catering and event staff take care of every detail to insure a successful event.
During summer months, our lawn is the perfect location for wedding receptions, company picnics and barbecues for groups of up to 200 people.
All private events must be sponsored by an SYC member or a reciprocal club member.
Consultation
To inquire about having an event at SYC, please fill out this event form.
After your room is booked, our Special Events Department will reach out with catering policies, food and beverage services, and menu selections.
Private Event & Meeting Spaces
Chart Room
10 Guests
Our smallest private room is ideal for small meetings and can accommodate a maximum of 10 guests.
Commodore's Room
20 Guests
Located on the third floor this space can accommodate 20 guests for a business conference or for an intimate plated meal. This room showcases SYC's past Commodores and is rich in history.
Portage Bay Room
18 Guests
Available for rental September through April, otherwise known as the PBR, this room can accommodate 18 guests and provides a more casual experience off the Marine Room bar.
The Heritage Room
40 | 70 Guests
Located on the lower level this room is used for a variety of events from business presentations to 50th wedding anniversaries. The adjoining patio is perfect for cocktails on the lawn prior to dinner. 40 guests will fit inside the room and if you use the adjoining patio you can fit 70.
Fireside Lounge
80 | 100 Guests
Our largest single private room offers an incredible view of SYC's private marina. The Fireside Lounge is great year round with its cozy fireplace in the winter and the attached patio leading to the lawn during the summer months. This room can accommodate 80 guests fully seated or 100 cocktail reception style. The hidden dance floor can be exposed for a night of dancing at no extra charge. Add the Ward Room for a capacity up to 180 guests.
Ward Room
60 | 80 guests
The Ward Room overlooks the Portage Bay Marina and can seat 60 guests seated or 80 as a cocktail reception. This room can be joined with the Fireside Lounge to create a larger space for your event.
The Lawn
up to 200 Guests
The lawn is a great space to hold an event during the warmer months and can accommodate groups as small as 30 or a wedding of 200 guests. Tents of varying sizes are available for rent depending on the type of experience you're looking for.
*Room rental fees do apply, please request a catering packet for rates based upon your event
Elliott Bay Station
40 | 100 Guests
The Elliott Bay Station is a satellite facility of SYC located at Elliott Bay Marina. It is available to rent for private parties, receptions, meetings, events and hosted BBQs. It is an ideal location for members who want to self-stage an economical event or celebrate with turn-key catering. Elliott Bay's waterfront location with views of downtown, the mountain, the bay, and the marina make an impressive venue for you and your guests.
Weddings & Receptions
Whether you’re planning a wedding for 40 or 400 guests, your wedding can reflect your style from casual to elegant, intimate to elaborate. Portage Bay offers a gorgeous back drop for a ceremony on the lawn or under the tent. Your guests can enjoy cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres while strolling the grounds and dinner under the stars, then your first dance in the Fireside Lounge. Where else can you make a grand departure by boat? Looking to have your reception inside, the Ward Room and Fireside Lounge can accommodate up to 220 guests with a gorgeous view of Portage Bay.
