Bridal & Baby Shower FAQ everything to know before you book
Pricing, bar packages, caterers, decor rules and booking, answered in one place. Planning a shower at Founders Grove in Magnolia, NJ starts here.
50–180
guests
3-hour
showers (5-hour rental)
From $2,000
venue rental
8 months
booking window
Planning your shower four simple steps
1
Save the date
Shower calendars open 8 months ahead. A $2,000 deposit holds your day.
2
Pick a bar package
Mimosa, spritz or mocktail & wine bars, poured by our licensed in-house team.
3
Choose your caterer
Select from our approved caterers. They bring food, staff, linens and china.
4
Add the details
Florals from our Beehive studio, bakeries, rentals and styling. Then celebrate.
Shower pricing for 2026 & 2027 celebrations
Venue rental includes staffing, vendor coordination, climate control, speakers for your playlist, and tables and cross-back chairs. Bar packages and catering are priced separately.
Sample 3-hour shower
Setup 10:45 – 11:45 am
Celebrate 12:00 – 3:00 pm
Cleanup 3:00 – 4:00 pm
| Peak season | Off-peak | |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | $2,500 | $2,000 |
| Saturday | $3,200 | $2,800 |
Peak: April – June and September – November. Off-peak: December – March, July and August. A 20% service fee and applicable tax apply to all special event packages.
The Founders bar mimosas, spritzes & more
Signature shower bars for 3-hour showers, poured by our licensed team. Every package includes sodas, fresh juices, ice and glassware.
Classic Brunch Mimosa Bar
Bubbly and juices. Add wine for $6 per person.
$24 per person
Premium Brunch Spritz Bar
Mimosa bar, a featured spritz cocktail and wine.
$32 per person
Mocktail & Wine Experience
Choose one signature mocktail, served alongside wine.
From $24 per person
A 20% service fee and applicable tax apply to all special event packages.
Shower questions answered
Still wondering about something? Call us at 609.316.7626 or send a note and our team will help.
Yes. You will choose from our approved caterers, who provide food plus service staff, clean-up, linens and china. You contract with them directly.
Most of our caterers offer desserts. If you would like a cake from another bakery, talk with your caterer. Our vendor list includes favorite local bakeries.
No. Founders Grove is a licensed venue, so a Founders bar package is required. Choose the Classic Brunch Mimosa Bar, the Premium Brunch Spritz Bar or the Mocktail & Wine Experience.
Venue rental for a 3-hour shower starts at $2,000. Sundays are $2,500 in peak season and $2,000 off-peak. Saturdays are $3,200 in peak season and $2,800 off-peak. Bar packages start at $24 per person, and catering is booked directly with your caterer. A 20% service fee and applicable tax apply to all special event packages.
Showers are 3 hours, with a 5-hour total rental. That gives you one hour to set up before guests arrive and one hour to clean up after.
Founders Grove hosts showers for 50 to 180 guests.
Exclusive private use during your rental, tables and cross-back chairs, indoor and outdoor event spaces, our built-in bar, garden access for photos, a climate-controlled venue, parking, event planning guidance and our curated caterer list.
Yes. DIY decor is welcome with a signed decor waiver that covers our venue guidelines. For larger installs or anything that needs ladders, we will confirm who is setting up, packing up and removing it, such as your planner, florist or caterer.
Catering must come from our approved list, and all alcohol is served by Founders Grove. Bakers, photographers, rental companies and stylists are welcome. Some vendors may need to provide a certificate of insurance.
Our team is on site throughout your rental and our licensed bartenders pour your bar package. Your caterer provides the food service staff and clean-up for catering.
Yes. Event planning guidance is included, so our team will help you work through your timeline, layout and vendor details before the day.
Shower dates open 8 months in advance. A $2,000 deposit secures your date.
Yes. Beehive, our in-house floral studio by Leigh Florist, designs shower florals and tabletop decor. Bud vases start at $25, jars run $75 to $100, low and lush arrangements start at $120 to $175, and premium designs start at $275 to $375, plus service fee and sales tax.
Founders Grove has ample on-site parking. For directions, drive times and nearby hotels, see our Getting Here & Staying page.
“An absolute dream to work with. Their communication was fast and they provided us with tons of great information to help us plan the perfect day.”
Jenn M. · Review on Zola
Ready to plan your shower?
Tell us your date, guest count and style. We will send availability, bar packages and caterer options.
