4.9 / 5 from 214 event ratings

Host the event everyone remembers.
Without the stress.

Beautiful spaces, chef-driven food, full bar service, and seamless coordination... all in one place.

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“Everything from the food to the atmosphere was PERFECT! They made sure every guest was taken care of!”Carol Tonelli
“The booking and menu selection process was simple and stress free. Our guests raved about the food, drinks and service.”Kathleen West
“I plan 5-7 events each year, so I’ve experienced many venues in the area... and Jockey Tavern is among the best.”Rachael Bishop
Up to 200 guestsPrivate & outdoor spacesBuffets & plated menusBar packagesA personal coordinatorOn-site parkingFull-service hospitality

Private Events We Host

Showers, rehearsal dinners, corporate dinners, holiday parties, Derby Day. Each one gets a room of its own.

Baby Showers

Bright rooms for shower brunches and luncheons... plated, buffet, or family-style, a mimosa bar, and our Bloom Bar flower cart if you want the photos to match.

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Bridal Showers

The Porch under the awnings or the Trophy Room by the fire, a brunch buffet, and a flower cart your guests build their own bouquets from.

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Rehearsal Dinners

The night before, in a room of your own... a plated dinner or a buffet for the wedding party and everyone who traveled in.

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Birthday & Milestone Parties

From a first birthday to a 70th... a private room, a party package sized to your list, and a coordinator who handles the details.

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Corporate Events

Team dinners, client events, and customer nights near Malvern and Paoli... a step up from a standard banquet room, with a full bar and AV if you need it.

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Meetings & Off-Sites

The Saratoga Room for a working lunch of 12, or the Polo Lounge for the whole company... Wi-Fi, parking on site, and lunch when you asked for it.

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Holiday Parties

The Polo Lounge dressed for the season... buffets, carving stations, a bar package, and a pool table for after dinner.

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Derby Day & Watch Parties

Juleps, big hats, and every screen on the race... the Jockey’s favorite day of the year, and the party to book early.

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Communion & Graduation Parties

Relaxed, welcoming luncheons for family milestones... easy to plan, generous, and right-sized to your group.

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Celebrations of Life

A warm, private place to gather with family and friends, share a meal, and remember someone who meant so much.

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Cocktail Parties & Fundraisers

Standing-room receptions and community fundraisers with a full bar, passed bites, and plenty of room to mingle.

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Something else?

Tell us the occasion

Reunions, retirement parties, first birthdays, team meetings... if it deserves a room, we have one.

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How It Works

Three steps to a seat at the table

01

Reserve your space

Find the perfect setting for your occasion, from relaxed group dining to stylish party rooms and the outdoor patio. Check availability online.

02

Select your package

Choose from party packages built for every budget and style... prix fixe dinners, buffet spreads, plated luncheons, and bar packages to match. See the event menus.

03

Invite your friends

Send your invitations, then sit back and anticipate a night (or day) of pure joy. Making memories has never been so easy.

Event & Meeting Spaces

Find your room

Six spaces, inside and out, from a table for twelve to a reception for two hundred.

The Polo Lounge private event space at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
Another view of The Polo Lounge at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
35 to 125 guests

The Polo Lounge

Seated125
Reception175
Size3,600 SF

A handsome stone bar, a fireplace lounge with leather chesterfields, and a heritage billiard table... with walls of photographs celebrating the Sport of Kings. Room for a full buffet, live music, and dancing.

Milestone BirthdaysHoliday PartiesCorporateWedding ReceptionsCocktail PartiesNetworkingFamily Gatherings
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30 to 75 guests

The Trophy Room

Seated65
Reception75
Size1,100 SF

Warm green walls, a carved wood fireplace, and walnut shelves of vintage trophies and leather-bound books. Tartan banquettes keep it intimate... a room your guests will talk about.

Rehearsal DinnersBridal & Baby ShowersBirthdaysCorporate DinnersCommunion & BaptismCelebrations of Life
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The Trophy Room private event space at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
The Saratoga Room private event space at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
12 to 25 guests

The Saratoga Room

Seated24
Reception30
Size265 SF

Tucked away in soothing red tones and toile wallpaper, with a walnut wall of books, wines, and bourbons. Made for plated luncheons, private dinners, and business gatherings.

Private DinnersBusiness MeetingsFamily CelebrationsLuncheons
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25 to 75 guests

The Porch

Seated60
Reception75
Size1,400 SF

Black-and-white striped awnings, lush greenery, and cozy rattan seating... a covered, weather-resistant garden party with all the comforts of the dining room.

Bridal ShowersMilestone BirthdaysCorporate Get-TogethersCocktail ReceptionsGroup Lunches
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The Porch private event space at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
Another view of The Porch at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
The Veranda private event space at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
Another view of The Veranda at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
30 to 125 guests

The Veranda

Seated125
Reception200
Size4,000 SF

Its own dedicated bar, open-air seating under a crisp white arbor, and a vibrant equestrian mural. Mostly covered and sheltered from wind and rain, with café lights and a fireplace lounge for after dark.

Cocktail ReceptionsRetirement PartiesWedding CelebrationsBridal ShowersSummer Happy HoursMilestone Dinners
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18 to 25 guests

The High Tops

Seated25
Reception25
SizeBy the main bar

Beside the main bar, under an 18-foot stone fireplace and the buffalo... TVs, good music, and live piano on Friday and Saturday nights. For a fun, lively, social kind of party.

Happy HoursBirthdaysTeam NightsWatch Parties
The High Tops private event space at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
Another view of The High Tops at The Jockey Tavern in Malvern, PA
Party Packages

Party packages for any occasion

Classic tavern flavors with modern flair... hors d’oeuvres, carving stations, buffets, and plated dinners, priced simply, per person.

Dinner Buffets

$38
per person, and up

The Polo Lounge, The Steeplechase, or The Prime... appetizers, a carving station, two entrées, sides, and rolls. From $38 to $48 per person.

Lunch & Brunch Buffets

$27
per person, and up

The Bourbon Trail lunch, the Winner’s Circle happy hour, and the Grand Hunt weekend brunch. From $27 to $32 per person.

Plated Lunches

$26
per person, and up

Unionville, Devon, and Radnor menus for the Saratoga Room... a first course, a choice of entrées, and dessert. From $26 to $40 per person.

Plated Dinners

$31
per person, and up

A first course, bread and butter, and a choice of two entrées... from orecchiette to prime rib au jus. From $31 to $49 per person.

Beverage Packages

Open bar priced per person by the hour, a consumption bar tabulated by what your guests actually drink, or a cash bar. Bottled sodas are included with every open bar package.

Pimlico

$13pp / hr

craft draught & bottled beers, house wines, house liquor

Belmont Park

$16pp / hr

craft beers, premium wines, premium liquor

Churchill Downs

$18pp / hr

craft beers, a mint julep bar, Grand Prix top-shelf liquor

Luxe Brunch

$15pp / hr

house wines, mimosas, bloody marys & espresso martinis

Add-Ons

Passed hors d’oeuvres

Three for 30 minutes at $10, or five for an hour at $20 per person.

Chef stations

Hand-carved roast beef, pork loin, or turkey... pasta and stir-fry stations built to order.

The Jockey Sweet Table

Mini cannolis, cream puffs, cookies, cheesecakes, and brownies at $8 per person. Or the Derby Sundae bar.

The Bloom Bar

An interactive flower cart for bridal and baby showers... guests build their own bouquets to take home.

Build your event online

See available spaces, customize your menu and bar, and get an instant estimate.

Build Your Event Online
Plain & Simple

Honest pricing. No surprises.

No room fees. Just an honest per-person price and a deposit that comes right back off your bill.

Pricing
From
$26per person

Choose a menu package and a beverage package, both priced per person. Your final per-person price depends on the menus you pick. A 20% service charge applies.

  • No room fees
  • One per-person price, food and bar
  • Nothing is booked until you say so
Reserving
$100deposit

Your deposit secures the date and comes straight off your final bill... you are never paying extra to hold the room.

  • Applied in full to your final bill
  • Holds your date and your room
  • A $250 deposit may be required during peak season

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Choose your space, build your menu, and see your estimated total in minutes.

Positive Reviews

Celebrations worth talking about

Every event host gets a short survey after the party. Here is how they rate the night.

4.8
Food
4.9
Drinks
4.9
Service
4.9
Atmosphere
98%
Would book again or refer a friend

From 214 host surveys.

In their own words

“My husband’s 70th birthday party was perfect! The event planner, Zoe, was extremely attentive, responsive and accommodating from the planning stages through to the end.”

Michele Giacomucci
70th Birthday · West Chester, PA

“We had a Kentucky Derby themed bridal shower in the Trophy Room. The staff was very attentive and friendly. They offered great food choices which all of our guests loved.”

Erin Cates
Bridal Shower · The Trophy Room

“We recently held a retirement party on the outdoor Veranda space, and it was absolutely perfect. The space is beautiful with its lighted canopy, cozy fireplace, and great bar area.”

Susan Perri
Retirement Party · The Veranda

“We hosted a networking event in the Polo Room, and it was fantastic! Beautiful large bar, buffet setup, round tables for seating, a cozy lounge with a fireplace, and cocktail rounds.”

Amanda Mahan
Networking Event · The Polo Lounge

“Booking a reservation for a group of 15 was very easy with a great response time. The Saratoga Room was beautifully set up upon our arrival.”

Chris Coolidge
Group Dinner · The Saratoga Room

“I really wanted to have an easy-to-plan wedding reception, and The Jockey offered the best experience possible! We just had to pick our space, pick our food and drink packages, and show up ready to enjoy.”

Seanan McCartin
Wedding Reception

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Let’s Work Together

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your day

Fill out the short form, pick a time for a phone call, and we will have everything done in no time. We can’t wait to make memories with you.

A private party room set for guests at The Jockey Tavern, Malvern, PA

Two steps, about five minutes

Start with a short form.

  1. Step 1Tell us the occasion, your date, and roughly how many are coming.
  2. Step 2Plan it online with an instant estimate, or pick a time for a 15-minute call. Zoe takes it from there.
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No room fees, and nothing is booked until you say so.

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