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About Queens LandingQueens Landing is the premier catering and entertainment venue on Lake Norman. Our goal is to make every aspect of your special occasion memorable. Our event planning staff will address even the smallest of details with the same level of care to make your wedding a stress-free affair. Our Chef works closely with you to ensure that your special day will be talked about for years to come!
“If you can dream it; we will make it happen”
Queens Landing has numerous venues inside and outside. We can assist you with all of your pre-wedding events, including rehearsal dinners, bridesmaid luncheons, and bachelor or bachelorette parties to any event. We can stage large events as well as the most intimate occasions. If you can dream it, we will make it happen for you.
The Lady of the LakeOur 93-foot luxury yacht provides a wonderful setting for your floating celebration festivities. She features two enclosed floors, each with fully-equipped bars, open balcony on the upper floor which provides for beautiful views of the lake. From a four-course plated dinner to a grand buffet, we can customize a menu to suit the needs of as many as 125 guests.
Pricing: 1200 per hour / 600 per hour at dock2 hour minimum
The Catawba QueenOur Mississippi River Boat provides a refreshing wedding on the open water. Equipped with a fully functional bar and kitchen. A Chef-served buffet or creative hors d’oeuvre selection provides a gourmet pairing to your special occasion. The upstairs open air patio deck is one of the most unique places to wed on Lake Norman.
Pricing: 1000 per hour / 500 per hour at dock2 hour minimum
Lakeside GazeboOur waterfront gazebo provides a beautiful and tranquil venue for a more intimate ceremony and reception. Overlooking the channels’ view of Lake Norman, it is a perfect start to your wedding before boarding one of the vessels or moving to our other celebratory venues.
Pricing: 150 per hour / 5 per chair setup / breakdown fee
Lake View Vista BallroomOur spacious banquet room with private entrance and facilities offers a breathtaking 180 degree view of Lake Norman. An ornate wooden bar and our professionally trained bartenders will provide you with all of your beverage needs. As many as 180 of your guests can be treated to an amazing experience.
Pricing: 250 per hour / 5 per chair setup / breakdown fee
Port Pizza & StageThis lakeside venue offers a stage and bar. Equipped with dance floor, entertainment stage, indoor/outdoor patio, table seating, and lake views. Perfect for a wedding or event that requires space for a musical performance.
Pricing 400 per hour
Outdoor AmphitheaterThis large venue is outside, but can accommodate many guests. Equipped with an extra large covered stage, you can have your wedding feature a concert experience like no other. Perfect areas for dancing and celebrating.
Pricing: 250 per hour / 5 per chair setup / breakdown fee
Wedding Venues
Example: Land & CruiseCeremony1 hour - Lake Side GazeboIncludes Setup Time / Ceremony / Photographer Time
Cocktail Hour1 hour - Lady of the Lake (in Dock)Cocktail Platters Served / Guest Board Vessel / Portraits After Ceremony
Reception3 hours - Lady of the Lake (Cruise)Reception Dinner Served / Dancing / Party
Return1 hour - Lady of the Lake (in Dock)Continue the Party / Move to Restaurant Bars
Example: Cruise OnlyBoarding1 hour - Lady of the Lake (in Dock)Includes Chair Setup Fees / Pre-Wedding
Ceremony1 hour - Lady of the Lake (Cruise)Cruise To Wedding Island / Ceremony takes place
Reception3 hours - Lady of the Lake (Cruise)Reception Dinner Served / Dancing / Party
Return1 hour - Lady of the Lake (in Dock)Continue The Party / Photographer Time / Move To Restaurant Bars
Availability• Venues can be mix / matched with availability.• Entire Weddings can not take place at the Gazebo or Port Pizza.• Some venues require specific time due to other events.
Popular Wedding Combos
Kings FeastCLASSIC WEDGE SALAD
Draped with a combination of bacon bits, tomatoes, red onions, creamy blue cheese
dressing, and balsamic syrup
MIXED SEASONAL VEGETABLE MEDLEY
GRILLED SALMON FILLETEnhanced by a white wine lemon
dill butter sauce
PENNE PASTATossed with wild mushrooms, spinach, and
oven-roasted tomatoes, in a light-roasted garlic parmesan cream sauce
HERB-ROASTED ROSEMARY POTATOES
SLOW-ROASTED PRIME RIB OF BEEFEnhanced with garlic and herbs. Served with au jus and creamy horseradish sauces on the side
HERB GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTAccented by a mushroom marsala sauce
75 Per GuestPlated Only
Queens RegaleCLASSIC CAESAR SALAD
Crisp romaine, tomatoes, croûtons with a creamy garlic lemon parmesan dressing
MIXED SEASONAL VEGETABLE MEDLEY
SMASHED RED-SKINNED POTATOESWith roasted garlic and a touch of cream
and chives
BAKED LASAGNA PRIMAVERAWith grilled vegetables, three cheeses, and a
zesty marinara sauce
HERB GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTAccented by a mushroom marsala sauce
PAN-SEARED SALMON FILLETEnhanced with a lemon dill white wine butter
sauce
Variety of desserts
65 Per GuestPlated or Buffet
Chef Prepared & Served MenusPrepare to have your taste buds sing to our Chef ’s unique and delicious creations. Your guests will savor each bite as they celebrate your special day. Along with our fantastic menu packages our chefs can also prepare a custom menu. We are sure to have a selection that will fit your needs. Your happily ever after
begins here at Queens Landing.
Wedding Menu
Low Country MealPer Guest
$49 Per GuestPlated or Buffet Meal
BABY GREEN SALADWith garden vegetables, cheeses, croûtons, and
a selection of dressings
JUMBO SHRIMP AND CHEESY GRITS
THE BIG SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
CREAMY RED-SKINNED POTATOES
BACON BRAISED COLLARD GREENS
HOUSE MADE FLUFFY CORN BREADWhipped honey butter
AN ARRAY OF HOUSE MADE DESSERTS
BABY GREEN SALADWith garden vegetables, cheeses, croûtons, and
a selection of dressings
BAKED LASAGNA PRIMAVERAWith grilled vegetables, three cheeses, and a
zesty marinara sauce
BUILD YOUR OWN PASTA STATION
PASTA SELECTIONS:Penne Pasta
Fettuccine Pasta
SAUCE SELECTIONS:Vodka Sauce
Marinara SauceAlfredo Sauce
PROTEINS SELECTIONS:Chicken Marsala
Chicken ParmesanSteak Medallions
Southern Comfort$39 Per Guest Buffet Only
BABY GREEN SALADWith garden vegetables, cheeses, croûtons, and
a selection of dressings
HOUSE SMOKED PORK BBQ
SOUTHERN BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN
BBQ BAKED BEANS TOPPED WITH BACON
COUNTRY STYLE CREAMY MAC & CHEESE
HOUSE MADE FLUFFY CORN BREADWhipped honey butter
AN ARRAY OF HOUSE MADE DESSERTS
Pasta Station$49 Per Guest (Buffet Only)
Wedding Menu
$250 - JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAILServed with a zesty Absolute Vodka cocktail sauce
(Vodka can be omitted)
$300 - SMOKED SALMONServed on corn meal blinis and topped with
créme fraiche and caviar
$175 - CHICKEN WALDORF SALADWith dried cranberries, apples, and walnuts,
served in Belgian endive
$375 - SMOKED FILET MIGNONSliced and topped with caramelized onions,
blue cheese, and balsamic syrup, served on herb crostini
$375 - MINI MARYLAND LUMP CRAB CAKESServed with lemon Old Bay crema
$200 - ASIAN GRILLED CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE SKEWERS
Enhanced by a Thai satay sauce
$300 - HERB ROASTED LAMB CHOPSServed with minted lamb jus
$175 - NC BBQ PORK SLIDERSServed with coleslaw on mini brioche buns
$200 - CUBAN SANDWICH BITESSliced roast mojo pork, ham, swiss cheese, pickles,
and mustard, served on toasted Cuban bread
$375 - BACON-WRAPPED SCALLOPSWith a mustard, brown sugar Bourbon glaze
$250 - PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ASPARAGUS brushed with a port wine glaze
MARKET PRICE - SEASONAL PEPPERED OYSTERSServed on the half shell with a zesty cocktail, lemon
butter, or mignonette sauce
$150 - BLACK OLIVE TAPENADETopped with roasted peppers and capers, served on
truffle goat cheese crostini
$450 - MINI MAINE LOBSTER ROLLSFresh lobster salad served on Hawaiian rolls
$150 - TUSCANY STYLE TOMATO AND BASIL BRUSCHETTA s
erved on parmesan crostini
$375 - OYSTERS ROCKEFELLERBaked oysters topped with a spinach
and parmesan stuffing
$300 - PAN-SEARED SALMON CAKESWith a honey Dijon dressing and micro greens
$250 - CRISPY COCONUT SHRIMPWith sweet chili sauce
$100 - JACK’S JUMBO WINGSServed with a spread of sauces, cool dips,
celery, and carrots
$250- BAKED CLAMS CASINOEnhanced with a bacon, vegetable, and cheese
stuffing
Cold PlattersServes 20 - 25 Guest Per Platter
Hot PlattersServes 20 - 25 Guest Per Platter
Cocktail Hour & Platters
$250 - IMPORTED AND DOMESTIC ARTISANAL CHEESE SELECTION
Platter with fresh berries, dried fruits, assorted nuts, crackers, and crostini
$125 - FRESH GARDEN VEGETABLE CRUDITE ́A wide array of garden vegetables, served with
buttermilk ranch, chunky blue cheese, and tzatziki sauces
$125 -SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT AND BERRIESBeautifully presented and accompanied by berry
and cinnamon yogurt sauces
$300 - TUSCANY TABLESalami, prosciutto, sopressata, mortadella,
marinated grilled artichokes, roasted peppers, mushroom salad, olives, pickled onions,
pepperoncini, capers, and Italian cheeses
$125 - THE SERENDIPITYCreamy guacamole, zesty hummus, and fire-roasted
salsa accompanied by crostini, pita, and tortilla chips
$150 - COCKTAIL MEATBALLSMini beef meatballs tossed in our dark beer
barbecue sauce
$225 - ASIAN CHICKEN STIR FRY WRAPSA savory blend of tender chicken, crisp vegetables,
and spices, accompanied by crisp lettuce cups and a variety of garnishes and condiments.
$200 - TRI-COLORED CHEESE TORTELLINI CARBONARA tossed with prosciutto, peas, and
mushrooms, in a parmesan cream sauce
$175 -PENNE ALLA VODKAQuill pasta tossed in a light pink tomato sauce
enhanced with basil and a shot of vodka
Large Platters & Displays20-25 people
Cocktail Hour & Platters
Beverage OptionsOur professionally trained bar staff will attend to you and your guests with friendly and quick service all
throughout your hosted event!
BAR BASICCASH BAR
A cash bar requires guests to pay for their own alcoholic beverages on consumption. All tabs and gratuity will be distributed amongst guests on an individual basis throughout the event.
Bartender Setup Fee - 75
BAR TAB SELECTEDLIMITED OPEN BAR
A limited host bar allows your guests to order from a specific selection of wines, beers, and spirits and/ or a limited tab that you have selected prior to the start of the event. The final bar tab is based on consumption and is paid by the event host at the conclusion of the event.
Bartender Setup Fee - 75
BAR UNLIMITEDOPEN BAR
A host bar allows your guests to order from the full array of wine, beer and spirits available at Queen’s Landing. The final bar tab is based on consumption and is paid by the event host at the conclusion of the event.
Bartender Setup Fee - 75
Additional Wedding ServicesYour wedding and reception is a celebration of a lifetime. You deserve everything exactly the way you want it. Queens Landing can help make your Dream Wedding a reality. We offer a full range of services for your special day. Pricing is based on your choices. Call Today to set up an Appointment with our Wedding Planner to start your quote and wedding today.
Queens Landing is a full service and event planning company. Our approach is unique. We not only plan and cater the event; we implement creative and elegant touches that will make it an unforgettable occasion. Our attention to detail, personal service and custom classic style guarantee that your event will be talked about for years to come. We offer distinct style and design touches that will exceed all of your event planning needs.
Our professionally trained staff and event coordinator will help you implement and plan the following services for your special occasion
• Professional wedding coordination of the entire event • A Captain to perform your ceremony • Colors, themes, and innovative ideas for that special day• Floral package ordered, delivered, and placed• Referral live band music or DJ music • Referral Photographer and Videographer• Set up / Breakdown chairs - tables• Wedding Websites • Referral pre-wedding tasting for four people • Referral Limousine service from Queens Landing• First anniversary dinner on the yacht
General Policy InformationFOOD POLICYAll food items are prepared by Queen’s Landings’ superb culinary team. Suggested menus are available and canbe customized per your request. Outside food is not allowed with the exception of cakes.
CAKE CUTTING FEEWedding cakes have a cutting fee of $50.
DEADLINESA final count of guests is required fifteen days prior to your event. A preliminary number is required at the time of booking.
SERVICE CHARGES / SALES TAXService charges of 18% and NC sales tax of 6.75% are not included in the above prices. Queens Landing can prepare an individualized quote on any of the above packages or other special menu requests.
BEVERAGE SERVICESAll venues, the banquet room, the boats and restaurant full-service beverage stations. A photo ID is required by guests for alcoholic beverages. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted to be brought on the property.
HEALTH REGULATIONSNo smoking or vaping is allowed on the boats.
LIABILITYQueens Landing reserves the right to inspect and control all private functions. Queens Landing does not assume responsibility for personal property.
BOOKING POLICIESA 50% deposit is required within five (5) days of booking an event. The balance is to be paid in full within 30- days prior to the event date. If an event is booked less than 15-days prior to the event, full payment is required.
SET-UP / DECORATIONS POLICYDepending upon the availability of the venue, time for decorating on the day of your event will vary. We can allow access to the venue on a case by case basis due to the nature of the boats touring times.
DECORATIONS NOT PERMITTEDItems not permitted: Open Flame, Candles, Sparklers or anything that generates flames on the vessels. (Electronic Candles are permitted), Fireworks, Bird Seed, Rice, Glitter or Confetti.
CANCELLATION POLICY50% Refund on amount paid (60-days prior to event) 25% Refund on amount paid (30-days prior to event) No Refund on amount paid (less than 30-days notice)
PAYMENT METHODSQueens Landing accepts most forms of payments. A $35 additional fee applies to any returned checks.
PREFERRED VENDOR LISTQueens Landing maintains a Preferred Vendor List of florists, photographers, videographer, DJ’s, limousine services, and bakeries.
HOLIDAYSQueens Landing is closed on some major holidays. Please call for scheduling.
PROPERTY DAMAGE OR EXCESSIVE CLEANUPThe booking party is responsible for any property damage or cleanup above normal use. Nail holes, tape or other adhesive materials should not be used in the banquet room or boats. Sparklers could cause harm to boats and are prohibited. Confetti and bird seed is prohibited.
SAFETYAnyone acting in a way that endangers others will be asked to vacate the property. No one is allowed to jump off of any vessel. Anyone doing so will be arrested by the local authorities. While aboard one of the vessels, the Captain is in total control and can call authorities along the Lake Norman shoreline for arrests. There are per-designated sites for medical emergency stops.
Bride To-Do ListTwelve months before...S Purchase your gown.S Select a wedding date.S Choose your bridesmaid and flower girl.S Determine the approximate number of guests.S Reserve the church and reception site.S Select a color scheme for your wedding.S Reserve your florist, photographer, musicians, DJs, videographer.
Nine months before...S Meet with the wedding officiant.S Begin the guest list.S Register with the gift registries at your favorite stores.
Six months before...S Order your wedding invitations, thank you cards, ceremony programs.S Make reservations for your honeymoon.S Select and order your wedding rings.
Three months before...S Start taking dance lessons for first dance (Father/Daughter; Groom/Mother too).S Make transportation arrangements for the wedding day.S Arrange to have first fittings for both you and your attendants.S Order your wedding cake.S Make a beauty salon appointment for you and your bridal party.
Eight weeks before...S Address and mail your invitations.S Select gifts for your attendants and the groom.S Check on out-of-town guests’ reservation needs.S Make the final floral arrangements.
Three weeks before...S Have your final fitting, Bring gown accessories.S Obtain marriage license.S Make sure the photographer, videographer, and musicians or DJ have their request lists.S Have your hair styling consultationS Write out the place cards.S Purchase or create the reception party favors. One week before...S Inform caterer of the final number of guests.S Emphasize the date and time of the rehearsal to your bridesmaids and flower girl.S Finish packing for your honeymoon
Groom To-Do ListTwelve months before...S Choose your wedding party.S Help select the ceremony and reception locations.
Nine months before...S With your fiancée, visit the wedding officiant.S Start your guest list.S Visit a travel agent to discuss honeymoon destinations.S Help select registry gifts.
Six months before...S Make reservations for your honeymoon.
Three months before...S Give your fiancée your completed guest list.S Select the attire for yourself and your groomsmen.
Eight weeks before...S Select gifts for your groomsmen and the bride.S Pick up wedding rings.S Make hotel reservations for out-of-town guests.S Assist in the selection of floral arrangements.S Make final rehearsal dinner arrangements.
Three weeks before...S Obtain marriage license.S Finalize transportation.S Confirm honeymoon reservations.S Emphasize the date and time of the rehearsal to your attendants.S Send rehearsal dinner invitations.
One week before...S Prepare any necessary payments for the presiding official, musician disc jockey, organist, singer, etc.
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