Weddings & Rehearsal Dinners
It's YOUR special day!Celebrate in style with The Kimmel Center and Garces Catering

Academy of Music Ballroom
Our award-winning chefs bring a superior level of creativity and flavor to the table. Chef Jose Garces' devotion to using only the freshest, highest quality seasonal ingredients is manifest on every plate. Our commitment to use environmentally-friendly and ethically-produced foods, will make you feel wonderful, inside and out. We can satisfy your palate for International cuisines, create a menu with dietary considerations or execute a delectable vegan menu, nothing is impossible. Garces' fine dining roots inspire our unique approach to catering with à la minute restaurant-style preparation. And with countless menu options, your meal will be as quintessentially yours as your wedding.
The Kimmel Center offers several exceptional venues for ceremonies, wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners, including:
- Dorrance H. Hamilton Garden, a beautiful atrium rooftop venue, boasts stunning views of the cityscape, and overlooks the entire Kimmel Center complex.
- Academy of Music Ballroom, an elegant landmark setting to celebrate your special day in classic style.
- Perelman Theater, in its flat-floor configuration, hosts 350 people for a seated dinner in a truly unique theatrical atmosphere.
For rental rates and technical specifications, call 215-670-2381 or

