Riverside Receptions and Conference Center

Claire Kohout

My husband and I got married here on October 1st 2022 and it was PERFECT. We've had some time to talk to everyone who attended and they were as happy as us! The filet mignon was cooked perfectly and so tender. Worth every penny. We also heard that the hors devours, prosciutto chicken and butternut squash ravioli were just as fabulous. They took care of everything including coordinating with vendors, decor set up and tear down. Literally everything was amazing and the venue staff was so thorough and put together that we never even needed a wedding planner. If you're looking for a place that does it all THIS IS THE ONE.

Madison Lee

Riverside was amazing! We had our wedding here a couple of weeks ago and it was perfect! Tina, Renee and Amy do an incredible job both the night of and the months/weeks leading up to the day with all of their help on detail planning. They are so kind and made the experience so enjoyable for me. The location is perfect and the food and drinks were delicious.

Shallyn Pera

Stunning. Unique. Helpful. Affordable. Memorable. These are all words that come to mind when I think of my experience for my July 2022 wedding at Riverside Receptions. From the moment we stepped in the property for our tour, I knew it was the perfect venue for my husband and I. From the beautifully landscaped courtyard for an outdoor ceremony, the charming and quaint building with beautiful exposed brick and fireplaces, there’s no venue I have ever attended that had such character in a unique way. And then you see the floor to ceiling windows over the gorgeous fox river, it truly adds a “wow” factor. My family and guests are still buzzing about this hidden wedding gem in Geneva. Most of my planning was done with Renee who also was my INCLUDED day of coordinator and she was marvelous. She always responded promptly to all of my many emails once my 9 month planning began. Everything from booking, to deposits to packages was explained to us clearly and thoroughly on our tour and we left ready to book the only venue we looked at. The venue made planning so simple, I never once thought of hiring a wedding coordinator. They arranged, set up, and tore down everything at no additional charge. On my wedding day I just needed to show up and they took my vision to a reality. The food was absolutely amazing. Such high quality for a wedding venue and all of the available options were delicious and difficult to choose from. Riverside ensures you get to sample what you serve your guests during your included tasting (which you are allowed to bring 4 extra people)! So so helpful to get other opinions and it was a fun night out, getting to show off the venue with loved ones before your big day. Our wedding was on a Sunday, and if you are “open” to a Sunday wedding I’m telling you, there are no deals like they have at Riverside Receptions. First and foremost, you pay a food and beverage minimum for the amount of space you want. We wanted the whole building. Our minimum was $10,000 less than the same wedding at the same location on a Saturday. Next reason to do it on a Sunday, was our premium open bar was INCLUDED. That’s right, included. This also included a red and white wine selection at every table for dinner AND a champagne toast for all guests. This is a huge savings alone. At the end of the day our wedding of 100 guests had the following; the entire building for ceremony, cocktail and reception, a well stocked cocktail hour (bacon bar, charcuterie board and crustini’s), a plated 3 course meal with a choice of a filet or prosciutto stuffed chicken, and also late night pizzas. An open premium bar for 4 hours, included wedding cake and cutting, day of coordinator, outdoor ceremony fees, rental fees, taxes AND gratuity, and a stay on our wedding night at the Herrington Inn and Spa, all for UNDER $14,000. I have been to $20,000-$40,000 weddings that could not light a candle to what Riverside Receptions offered and executed on our wedding day. Riverside Receptions provided us the most incredible space and an incredible experience for a forever memorable day. You are getting the highest quality of service, and commitment to make your day exactly what you want with very affordable options. I can’t thank the staff enough for everything they did to make our day as smooth and seamless as possible, Now just pick up the phone and go schedule a tour, you won’t be disappointed.

Amy Daniels

Absolutely beautiful place for any kind of reception!