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Clambakes In Boston, Massachusetts

Discover the Best in Boston Clambakes


Whether you’re planning an intimate retreat or a grand celebration, our private island paradise offers the perfect setting for your Massachusetts clambake. From casual beach clambakes to elegant affairs in classic New England style, you and your guests can enjoy delectable local cuisine and the serene splendor of our 204-acre island preserve. For Boston Harbor Island clambakes you can't beat Cathleen Stone Island!

Let Cathleen Stone Island make your next Massachusetts clambake unforgettable. Events can be booked for April through November. There is a minimum of $7,500 for all events and $15,000 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays beginning in June through August.

Contact our event planners to learn about our clambake options! 617.830.5122

 

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Great Boston Clambakes Happen On Cathleen Stone Island

Whether you are planning a corporate clambake retreat or an private party for friends and family, Cathleen Stone Island can provide a lobster and clambake that your guests won't forget. But it gets better! On Cathleen Stone Island you can be proud of how you kick back and relax, because by choosing Cathleen Stone Island for your clambake, you are supporting outdoor leadership and science education for Boston Public School students. Learn more about the transformational opportunities you are making possible for kids from Boston’s most underserved neighborhoods. 

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WHERE Boston Clambakes MEET Private ISLAND GETAWAY

Explore the map below to start planning your exclusive Boston Harbor Island clambake! Learn about Cathleen Stone Island's venue spaces, catering services, overnight accommodations and entertainment options!

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An Island Getaway only 1 Mile from Boston

Thompson Island is one of the largest, most accessible and most ecologically diverse islands in the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park. With 204 acres of undeveloped property, the island has mature forests, meadows, freshwater and marine wetlands, salt marshes, and a variety of important geological features. Amenities include a formal school campus complete with dormitories, dining hall, classrooms, lab space, auditoriums, gymnasium, outdoor challenge courses, and climbing towers.

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An Island Getaway only 1 Mile from Boston

Thompson Island is one of the largest, most accessible and most ecologically diverse islands in the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park. With 204 acres of undeveloped property, the island has mature forests, meadows, freshwater and marine wetlands, salt marshes, and a variety of important geological features. Amenities include a formal school campus complete with dormitories, dining hall, classrooms, lab space, auditoriums, gymnasium, outdoor challenge courses, and climbing towers.

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Ocean Bluff Pavilion Venue Site
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Waterfront Landing Venue Site
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Waterfront Landing Ceremony Site
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Gable Orchard Ceremony Site
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Ocean Bluff Gazebo Ceremony Site
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Transportation

Set sail with your guests on a private ferry for a scenic ride through Boston Harbor to your Thompson Island wedding.

Ocean Bluff Pavilion Venue Site

The larger of our outdoor wedding reception sites offers two majestic tents that overlook Boston’s skyline, framed by lush island trees. Arched entrances, vaulted ceiling, interior/exterior lighting and inlaid tile floors adorn the 40’ x 100’ white tent, which can accommodate up to 250 people. The smaller 40’ x 70’ Olympic white frame tent with French windowed walls, interior lighting, tables and chairs is an ideal venue for cocktail hour or dancing. This venue sits next to a football size field for volleyball, soccer and other activities.

Waterfront Landing Venue Site

Panoramic views of the harbor and Boston’s skyline will surely impress your guests at this charming 40’ x 140’ rustic chic wooden pavilion with exposed beams, high open eaves and interior lighting. After the ceremony, guests will enjoy lawn games and a bonfire on the beach. This unrivaled beachfront setting accommodates up to 225 people.

Waterfront Landing Ceremony Site

This Massachusetts outdoor wedding venue shines! Let the site’s lofty trees, gentle ocean breezes and stunning view of Boston’s waterfront add a touch of effortless elegance to your wedding ceremony and make the moment you say “I do” truly unforgettable.

Gable Orchard Ceremony Site

Let our charming orchard provide an alluring garden venue for your outdoor wedding. Celebrate your love surrounded by wildflowers, beautiful island foliage and lush meadows.

Ocean Bluff Gazebo Ceremony Site

Our seaside Ocean Bluff Gazebo offers an exquisite location to share your vows. Enjoy the best a New England island wedding can offer against a backdrop of distant ocean waves framed by delicate shade trees.

Overnight Accommodations

Once your epic east coast beach wedding has concluded for the day, you and your guests may enjoy our overnight accommodations, including a stunning five-bedroom Colonial, an executive retreat apartment and two historic dormitories. Thompson Island can accommodate up to 150 guests. Rooms are fully appointed with bath towels and bedding.

Catering Services

Our executive chef will tailor your event to any taste. Featuring exquisite menu options and flexible choices, we offer full-service catering and bar service as well as event packages that make planning easy. Your guests will be delighted with the menu, whether you choose a casual clambake, scrumptious barbeque, or four-course dinner.

Entertainment

Thompson Island signature events offer entertainment activities for all ages, including music (as well as karaoke), a beach bonfire and a wide variety of lawn games and sporting equipment. Additional entertainment packages can be arranged through Perfect Parties USA at 800.275.0185 or PerfectPartiesUSA.com.
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Conference Space

Our distinctive meeting rooms provide an inspirational setting for company conferences, staff retreats, or informal group gatherings. Choose from versatile meeting spaces and exciting outdoor venues.
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