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Group Travel
A World of Choices?!

Student Group Exclusive



A World of Choices?!
Not just a family style meal but a lesson in non-violent conflict resolution. 
Throughout the meal students will learn about the Amish & Mennonite way of resolving differences.They’ll never look at silly putty the same way again! 




 
Group Travel
Welcome Groups

Personalized and quality service.



Welcome to the Group Sales Department of the Bird-in-Hand Family of Companies. Our goal is to provide personalized and quality service customized to suit the individuality of all our Group Guests.  We’d love to help you plan your group event. Click on an area to your left for more specific information pertaining to your type of event.

Dining Groups: Call 717-768-1111 or 1-866-931-2925.
Lodging Groups: Call 1-800-627-1910 or email us at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)




 
Weddings

Congratulations on your engagement!


Let us help plan your Bird-in-Hand wedding event


Bird-in-Hand in honored to be a part of your special day.  Our delicious, homemade food and friendly, attentive service will create a memorable experience for you and your family and friends.
We offer reception facilities for up to 300 guests with customized meal packages, rehearsal dinner facilities, delicious wedding cakes from our Bird-in-Hand Bakery & Creamery, romantic lodging accommodations for the bridal couple at our Bird-in-Hand Village Inn & Suites and lodging accommodations for your wedding guests at our family of Inns & Motels.  A charming outdoor setting for your wedding ceremony is also available. 

To plan the wedding day of your dreams please contact our Banquet Coordinator at 800-931-2925.


Elegance Package
$34.95 per person                  

  • Overnight stay at the Bird-in-Hand Village Inn & Suites for the bridal couple the evening of the reception (subject to availability)
  • A delicious breakfast smorgasbord at the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord the morning after the reception for the bridal couple
  • A beautiful banquet room set with rectangular or round tables with white linen tablecloths and linen napkins
  • Head table and cake table skirted and covered with white linens
  • Sparkling cider for the wedding toast
  • Social hour with your choice of hors d’oeuvres and punch fountain one hour prior to arrival of the bridal party
  • Served, plated meal featuring selections from our Wedding Menu*
  • 10% discount on your wedding cake from Bird-in-Hand Bakery
  • 15% discount on your rehearsal dinner at the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord (minimum 25 guests)

Timeless Package
$32.95

  • A beautiful banquet room set with rectangular or round tables with white linen tablecloths and linen napkins
  • Head table and cake table skirted and covered with white linens
  • Sparkling cider for the wedding toast
  • Social hour with your choice of hors d’oeuvres and punch fountain one hour prior to the arrival of the bridal party
  • Served, plated dinner featuring selections from our Wedding Menu*
  • 10% discount on your wedding cake from Bird-in-Hand Bakery
  • 10% discount on your rehearsal dinner at the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord(minimum 25 people).

*Click here for our Wedding Menu

Prices based on minimum 100 adults. All pricing includes service and sales tax. Children’s pricing available. Vegetarian options available.

$1 per person fee for cake from an outside bakery.

10% discount on wedding receptions held Monday - Friday.


Also Available for an Additional Charge

  • Buffet or family style meal options
  • Ice sculpture
  • Candelabra for your head table
  • Special Rate on Overnight Accommodations for your Guests
  • Customized decor, including flowers, candles, centerpieces, etc.
  • Use of outdoor gazebo

 




 
Bird-in-hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord Banquet Menus

Served Meal, Buffet Style, Family Style and More



Customize your event with a variety of dining options. We offer a choice of breakfast, lunch or dinner menus served table side, buffet or family style. A complete selection of hors d’oeuvres and snacks are also available. And of course, our made-from-scratch desserts are not to missed!


2011 Holiday Menu

2012 Banquet Menus
Breakfast Menu
Lunch Menu
Buffet & Family Style Dinner Menu
Served Dinner Menu
Menu Selections
Hors D’voeuvres & Breaks Menu
Student & Athletic Groups Menu
50th Wedding Anniversary Menu

 




 
Room Sizes & Seating Plans



Bird-in-Hand Family Inn Meeting Rooms

Name
Sq. Ft.
Classroom Seating
Theatre Seating
Robin Room
576
24
44
Cardinal Room
576
27
50
Eagle Room
936
41
100


Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant Banquet & Conference Center
Name
Sq. Ft.
Conf.
Theatre
Classroom
Rnds (8)
Rnds (8) + HT
Family Style
Fam Sty w/HT
Beechdale Rm
40' x 32'
----
150
75
72
72 + HT
100
72 + HT
Quaker/Gibbons Rm
72' x 28'
----
250
100
165
150 + HT
175
150 + HT
Quaker Rm
28' x 28'
----
100
35
48
40 + HT
50
48 + HT
Gibbons Rm
44' x 28'
----
150
75
115
100 + HT
125
100 + HT
Homestead
Grand Room
----
450
----
265
225 + HT
275-300
250 + HT
Smucker Room
44'  x 38'
----
----
----
----
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100
100 + HT

HT = Head Table

Smucker Room – Located in the rear of the main dining room, the Smucker Room is ideal for small groups looking for a private area with access to the Grand Smorgasbord.

Homestead Room – Located in the lower level, the Homestead Room is our largest space, accommodating up to 300.

Beechdale Room – Located in the lower level, the Beechdale Room seats up to 100.

Quaker Room  - Located in the lower level, the Quaker Room is available for groups up to 60. This room may also be combined with the Gibbons Room for groups up to 200.

Gibbons Room – Located in the lower level, the Gibbons Room is available for groups up to 100. This room may also be combined with the Quaker Room for groups up to 200.

Banquet Room Layout Map



 
Weddings, Meetings & Banquets

Serving Groups Up to 300



Wedding parties, group tours, family reunions, businesses, schools and church groups have all enjoyed the friendly service and careful attention to detail from our qualified Banquets Department. Let us help you plan an event to remember with fresh foods, homemade recipes and friendly service in our newly expanded banquet facilities at the Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord.  Or, consider the comfortable rooms and access to amenities at the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn.  We are pleased to offer wireless internet in both facilities.

For more information on either facility, contact our Banquet Coordinator at 717-768-1111.

Equipment Use & Rental
Available at no extra charge:

  • Wireless Internet
  • Display Tables
  • Podium
  • Easel
  • Microphone
  • Flag
  • Piano
  • Skirted Head Table

Available for a rental fee:

  • Power Point Projector
  • TV/VCR/DVD Combo
  • Slide Projector
  • Overhead Projector
  • Flip Chart
  • Portable Screen
  • Wireless Mic



 
Dining Groups

Serving Motorcoach Groups, Family Groups and More!



Our salad bar features fresh foods and homemade specialties, including our homemade red beet eggs!

Groups will have several options for their dining experience at Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord.  Whether they choose to dine in the Smucker Room, which is just off the main dining room at the Ground Level, or in our Banquet & Conference Rooms, located on the lower level, the group members will appreciate the attractive decor, spacious seating and farm-fresh food.  Our Banquet Entrance allows for a convenient place for Group Guests to enter, providing easy, elevator-accessible entry to both levels.

We invite your Group to enjoy:

  • Convenient location - along Route 340, an AAA Cultural, Scenic Byway.
  • Full service hours from 6 am - 8 pm Monday through Saturday.
  • Complimentary meals for Guide and Driver.
  • Smorgasbord, Menu dining and Soup & Salad Bar available.
  • Family Style meals available in our private Banquet Rooms.
  • Miniature golf course (fee to play), pond, walking trail and Family Inn located on property.

For reservations please call 717-768-1111 or 1-866-931-2925.




 
Lodging Groups

Warm Hospitality in A Clean, Family Atmosphere



We offer clean, comfortable Guest Rooms at the Bird-in-Hand Family of Inns. Each room has remote control cable TV and individual climate control. Our Guests consistently rate our cleanliness nearly 100% excellent.

Special Lodging Group Amenities

  • All groups greeted upon arrival.
  • Complimentary 2-hour guided farmland tour by our experienced and trained guides.
  • Complimentary hospitality room with 10 paid rooms (based on availability) with complimentary hot beverages.
  • Complimentary viewing of an award-winning film about the Amish.
  • Gift for Group Leader.
  • Gift for Driver.
  • Free on-site dump station and service area available for tour busses using our property.
  • Business services including fax machine and photocopier
  • Customized group packages are available including lodging, meals, attractions and tours. Call 1-800-627-1910 for details.

Our Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant & Smorgasbord, located next door to the Bird-in-Hand Family Inn, is open from 6 AM - 8 PM year-round Monday through Saturday. Sunday morning we feature a hot breakfast buffet for our Guests.

For further information on any of our group services, contact our Group Department 1-800-627-1910.

Group Packages/Itineraries
For your convenience, we offer packages for your group including attractions, tours and meals. Call 800-627-1910 for package prices. 

Recreational Facilities
We feature many recreational activities including heated indoor/ outdoor pools, whirlpool, game room, miniature golf, lake and recreation area with walking trails, tennis, basketball and acres of lawn for your relaxation.