How To Enjoy a Dream Wedding Weekend—All in One Place

Exchanging vows may be the cornerstone of your wedding—but that doesn’t mean it’s the only special part of your wedding experience. Enhancing your ceremony with relaxing amenities, a tasteful rehearsal dinner and a lively reception can ensure your weekend is full of celebration from start to finish. And the best part: With the right venue, all of the festivities can take place under one roof. 

Not only does that one-stop-shop approach take some stress out of your planning, but it also allows for more relaxation and time spent with loved ones—and just a quick, breezy drive from Philly, The Overlook at MGM Tower in Atlantic City offers just that. With a newly opened wedding venue boasting incredible views and a refreshed space, choosing Borgata for your wedding can take your whole weekend up a notch, complete with wedding specialists who’ll be on your team every step of the way. 

Rehearsal Dinner 

According to Maryetta Borkowski, Borgata’s Catering Manager, rehearsal dinners are always a popular event on Borgata’s premises—and for good reason. Between the 15 distinctive dining spaces and the opportunity for couples to design their own menus with customizable catering services, your rehearsal dinner can be exactly what you want it to be.  

“Our name speaks for itself, and it’s one of the top reasons why we’re a different, first-class choice for couples,” says Borkowski—and that reputable, first-class status flows into the cuisine and cocktails, too. Host your rehearsal dinner at The Old Homestead Steak House, an institution in New York City’s fine dining scene with a second location now open on the property, or Angeline, award-winning chef Michael Symon’s venture into classic, bold and refreshed Italian food, or any other of Borgata’s menus that suits your taste (pun intended).  

And though you certainly won’t leave hungry, any late-night snacks you or your guests might be craving are also right there: With In-Room Dining access, you’ll have lighter fare and snacks taken care of for any rehearsal dinner post-gaming.  

Wedding Ceremony 

Waking up on your wedding day should feel jubilant and relaxing, not stressful or chaotic—and because your ceremony can be just a few floors away from your room in MGM Tower at  Borgata, you’ll enjoy comfort and amenities as you prepare to celebrate your love. And later on, you’ll celebrate in a space as special and unique as your love story itself.  

“The tower is a one-of-a-kind place that just opened this past year,” says Borkowski. That means that if you and your fiancé choose to wed in The Overlook on the 32nd floor with skyline views, you’ll be among the first to do so, making your ceremony singular and extraordinary for you and your guests. And with creative control over the details and décor like flowers, linens and more, you’ll have the opportunity to make the beauty of the space all your own—but you won’t have to go it alone.  

“Everything is up to the couple, but because we provide thorough and customized attention to our clients, we’re always there to support with design ideas,” says Borkowski. That means that as much or as little as you want to put on your plate in terms of planning, Borgata will be there to help and ensure a seamless, lovely day. 

Reception 

Post-wedding parties are a huge part of Borgata’s appeal—and whether you’re looking for a low-key experience or to dance the night away, there’s something for you. 

Among Borgata guest favorites is Premier Nightclub, an exhilarating and sophisticated vibe that promotes some of the industry’s best DJs in an alluring and colorful environment. Or for a variety of activities in one spot, try Level One Cocktail Bar & Lounge: where gaming  meets delicious drinks. Or for an evening of lounging, snacking and drinking some beers, check out Borgata’s Beer Garden, where a full-service canopied bar underscores a relaxing and elevated environment. 

For couples in the Philly area, Borgata is a way to infuse your relationship’s identity into not just your reception party, but your entire wedding weekend from beginning to end. Rolling all your amenities and celebrations into one lux space means you’ll enjoy the best day of your life stress-free, so getting hitched can go off without a hitch. 

To learn more about weddings at Borgata and start planning your wedding in The Overlook at MGM Tower, click here.