The Royal Ballroom at The Palace Center

the night they've been dreaming of

Prom, at
Palace Scale.

The Royal Ballroom holds a thousand. The dance floor is built in. The kitchen is in-house. One team, one venue, one night your class won't forget.

Rooms for 100 to 1,000 guests In-house kitchen & staff Dinner, stations & cocktail hour options Free design consultation
An event set up in the ballroom at The Palace Center

Why here

A venue that matches
the occasion.

Room for every class size
Five spaces on one property, from 100 to 1,000 guests. The Royal Ballroom accommodates the largest classes; the Great Ballroom fits mid-size groups without rattling around in a room built for twice the crowd. See all our spaces →
Stage, dance floor & sound already in the room
A proper elevated stage for court announcements, a built-in dance floor, and a full sound system. Nothing to rent. Nothing to coordinate the day of.
In-house kitchen and team
All food is prepared on property by the same crew running the event. No outside caterer to coordinate. One contact from the first call through the end of the night.
Setup, service & breakdown included
Tables, linens, food service, and full cleanup after. Chaperones do not move furniture at midnight.
Free design consultation
The Palace Center offers a complimentary consultation with our designer for prom decorations, theme ideas, and rental selections. Draping, lighting, centerpieces, and more, all available here.

dinner

Prom Dinner Menu

Two dinner formats available: a full-room buffet or individually plated served dinner. Both include a first course, freshly baked rolls, dessert, and coffee and tea service. Choose the format that fits your event, then select your items from the lists below.

Prom Dinner Buffet

Choose 2 or 3 Entrées

Self-serve stations. Guests return as often as they like during the 90-minute food service window. Includes soda and non-alcoholic beverages.

  • Caesar Salad
  • Garden Salad
  • Bleu Salad
  • Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing
  • Soup Du Jour
  • Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushroom
  • Chicken Italiano
  • Chicken Marsala
  • Chicken Breast with Shallot and Crème
  • Chicken Parmesan
  • Chicken Milanese
  • Herb Roasted Chicken
  • Baked Stuffed Flounder
  • Broiled Haddock Dijonnaise
  • Sliced Top Round Roast Beef
  • Tips of Beef Stroganoff
  • Beef Tips in Burgundy Demi-Glace
  • Springtime Pasta
  • Meatballs in Marinara Sauce
  • Meat or Vegetable Lasagna
  • Penne a la Vodka
  • Fusilli with Ham and Cheese
  • Stuffed Shells
  • Pork Tenderloins
  • Hawaiian Grilled Pork Chops
  • Spanish Rice
  • Rice Pilaf
  • Herbed Long Grain and Wild Rice
  • Fried Rice
  • Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes
  • Baked Potato with Sour Cream and Chives
  • Ranch Style Red Whipped Potatoes
  • Honey Glazed Carrots
  • Vegetable Medley
  • Broccoli Spears Polonaise
  • Green Beans and Baby Carrot Medley
  • Yellow and Green Squash with Basil and Tomatoes

Includes freshly baked rolls and butter, dessert, and coffee and tea service. Food stations limited to 90 minutes. Room fee applies.

or

Prom Dinner Served

Individually Plated

Your group selects two entrées; guests choose their preference at the table the evening of the event. A third entrée option is available. Room fee applies.

  • Garden Salad
  • Caesar Salad
  • Bleu Salad
  • Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing
  • Fresh Fruit Cup
  • Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese Soup
Chicken
  • Chicken Cordon Bleu
  • Hunter Style Chicken
  • Grilled Chicken
  • Apple Brandy Chicken
Pasta
  • Spaghetti with Meatballs
  • Penne Pasta with Pancetta & Cream
  • Lemon and Spinach Fusilli Pasta
Pork
  • Apple Walnut Stuffed Pork Loin
Seafood
  • Stuffed Flounder
  • Broiled Tilapia
  • Baked New England Scrod
  • Baked Norwegian Salmon
  • Broiled Filet of Salmon with Fresh Dill Sauce
Beef & Veal
  • Veal, Shrimp and Asparagus Sauté
  • Prime Rib of Beef — Queen or King cut
  • Delmonico Steak
  • Roasted Sliced Tenderloin of Beef
  • Filet Mignon
  • Spanish Rice
  • Rice Pilaf
  • Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes
  • Honey Glazed Carrots
  • Roasted Vegetable Medley
  • Herbed Long Grain and Wild Rice
  • Broccoli Spears Polonaise
  • Green Beans and Baby Carrot Medley
  • Green Beans Almandine
  • Baked Potatoes with Sour Cream and Chives
  • Ranch Style Red Whipped Potatoes
  • Yellow and Green Squash with Basil and Tomatoes

Includes basket of freshly baked rolls, Chef's Choice dessert, and coffee and tea service. Third entrée option available for groups that need it. Soda bar available as an add-on. Room fee applies.

stations

Prom Station Menu

Station-style dining keeps the room moving. No waiting for seated service, no cold food. Choose three or four stations. Add-on stations can be substituted in or layered on alongside your selections.

Included Stations

No Upcharge

Choose three or four of the following.

Taco Station
Seasoned beef and chicken, warm tortillas, fresh pico de gallo, shredded cheese, sour cream, and guacamole. Full toppings bar.
Fajita Station
Sizzling peppers and onions with grilled chicken or beef, served in warm flour tortillas. The line forms before the station is fully set up.
Pasta Station
A selection of pastas, sauces, and proteins, tossed to order. Pleases everyone, including whoever in the class has the complicated preferences.
Middle Eastern Station
Chicken and beef shawarma, hummus, warm pita, and fresh accompaniments. Made in-house. Our kitchen specialty.
Burgers, Dogs & Fries
Burgers, hot dogs, and a full fry station. The one they eat first and always come back to.
Build Your Own Salad
Fresh greens, a full toppings bar, and every dressing available. Quietly busy from the first plate to the last.

Add-On Stations

Optional Upgrade

These count as one of your stations and may be added alongside any included station above.

Cheese Steak Station
Shaved ribeye, onions, peppers, and cheese on a hoagie roll. Made in-house.
Wings Station
Choose your sauce. They'll smell it across the room before anyone takes a plate.
Build Your Own Sundae
Ice cream with the full spread of toppings, sauces, and mix-ins. Always the most popular station of the night.
Chocolate Fountain
Real tempered chocolate with a full spread of fruits, marshmallows, and dipping items. The station that becomes the photo op.
Flambé Station
Bananas Foster or Cherries Jubilee
Finished tableside with an actual flame. The moment the room goes quiet.

cocktail hour

An Optional Touch of Elegance

The cocktail hour adds elegance to your special event. Three packages are available, each building on the one before. Served as guests arrive, before the main dinner or stations begin.

Package One

The Foundation

  • Fresh Seasonal Fruit Display
  • Assortment of Imported & Domestic Cheeses with crackers and dip
  • Fresh Vegetable Crudités with dip
  • Assorted Bruschetta
  • Homemade Swedish Meatballs
Package Three

Full Cocktail Experience

Everything in Package One, plus:

  • Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
  • Stuffed Mushroom
  • Sauté Station — choose one: Clams or Mussels in wine & garlic, Chicken Satay, Mini Beef Kabob, or Pasta Station

enhancements

Make It Your Own

The Palace Center offers a free consultation with our designer for prom decorations, theme ideas, and rental selections. The following add-ons are available for any prom package. Contact us for details and availability.

Ceiling Swag Drapes with Lights
Dramatic overhead drapery with integrated lighting. Available as draping only, an up-light package only, or both together.
Linens
All prom packages include white linens and a colored napkin. A variety of fabrics and colors are available to rent.
Chiavari Chairs
Silver or gold finish. Swap out standard banquet seating for an elevated look throughout the room.
Chocolate Fountain
Banana, strawberry, pineapple, pretzel rods, marshmallow, graham crackers, Rice Krispies, and assorted cookies.
Candy Station
Assorted candy with clear favor bags. A crowd favorite that doubles as a take-home gift for guests.
Ice Cream Station
Vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry with a full toppings bar.
Soft Drinks & Drink Fountains
Soda service or self-serve drink fountain punch bowls. Ask about the soft drink punch and refill options.
Ice Sculpture
Many designs available. Contact us for options. These are always a striking centerpiece for the room entrance or a food station.
Centerpieces
Floating candles or a medium floral centerpiece per table. Our designer can help select the right look for your theme.
Charger Plates
Gold or silver finish. An easy way to elevate the table setting without a full linen upgrade.

Minimum 50 guests for all prom and school events. Subject to 22% service charge and 6% Pennsylvania sales tax. Room fee applies to all dinner formats. Contact us for a custom quote based on your headcount and menu selections.

Let's plan your prom.

Walk the room, ask your questions, and leave with a quote your committee can work with. Tours are free and available most days. Just reach out and we'll set something up.