The JDK Group Catering & Events

The JDK Group Catering & Events Central Pa's premier catering and events company. The JDK Group is Central Pennsylvania’s premier catering and events company.

Since our inception in 1987, we have continued to reinvent the standard for special events and hospitality services for the communities of Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, and surrounding regions. With over 25 years of event management under our belt, and internal staffing capabilities to plan a celebration for 15 to 15,000 guests, our talented and passionate team offers exceptional service, incredibl

e food, and innovative design. As a local and internationally recognized leader for providing full-service catering, floral design and decor, and event management services, we are committed to providing quality products to meet the needs of our industry and community. Our success stems from our people-focused philosophy, trendsetting stylized presentation, and interactive event experiences. These initiatives have enabled us to consistently uphold to our mission:

To build relationships with clients and the community to create flawless events worth celebrating.

09/04/2026

A night that was Simply the Best in more ways than one. ✨🏆👽

We had the opportunity to help bring this year’s Simply the Best Gala with Harrisburg Magazine to life with florals, design installations, rentals, and a few of those behind-the-scenes details we love so much.

Then, we got to experience the celebration ourselves, and came home incredibly grateful to be recognized as:

🏆 Best Caterer
🏆 Readers’ Choice Event Coordinator
🏆 Readers’ Choice Wedding Planner

To everyone who took the time to vote for The JDK Group, thank you. These awards mean so much because they come from the community we’ve had the privilege of serving, celebrating, and creating alongside for more than three decades.

And to our JDK team, the people planning, cooking, designing, loading, setting, serving, problem-solving, and making it all happen, these are yours. 🤍

Here’s to another year of creating experiences worth celebrating.

Thank you, Central PA!

Cocktail hour doesn't have to mean cocktails and a few passed hors d'oeuvres.It's an opportunity to set the tone for the...
09/03/2026

Cocktail hour doesn't have to mean cocktails and a few passed hors d'oeuvres.

It's an opportunity to set the tone for the entire celebration. ✨

For our couples, we love creating cocktail hours that feel like an experience of their own with:

🍷 A wine bar with thoughtfully paired hors d'oeuvres
🥂 A charcuterie jar station for an elevated, interactive touch
🥖 A beautiful bread and charcuterie display
✨ A lounge set that encourages guests to linger
🎶 Live music that adds energy without overwhelming the conversation

The best cocktail hours give your guests something to discover, taste, and talk about, while giving you a moment to actually enjoy your own celebration.

Planning a 2026 or 2027 wedding in Central PA? Let's make cocktail hour one of the most memorable parts of your day.

Connect with The JDK Group Catering & Events to start creating your menu.

Vendor Team:
Coordinator: Blake Events
Caterer: The JDK Group Catering & Events
Florals: Weddings by JDK + Whipwood Gardens
Photographer: Maddie Kaye Photography
Content creator: Content by Yoanna
Makeup/Hair: Vero Leigh
Rentals: A to Z Event Rentals
Linens: Premier Linen Company
Dress: In White Social
Entertainment: White Rose Productions + DJ Jeff K
Draping: Jubilee Entertainment
Bride: Maria Kelly

When one of our own needs a little extra love, we show up. 💗 ☘️ If you’ve worked with us, there’s a chance you already k...
09/02/2026

When one of our own needs a little extra love, we show up. 💗 ☘️

If you’ve worked with us, there’s a chance you already know Annie, our Assistant Manager of Sales. What you may not know is that outside of The JDK Group, Annie is a proud teacher at the McGinley School of Irish Dance—and this year, she has taken on another role she never asked for: breast cancer fighter.

Since her diagnosis in March, Annie has continued to show us the same strength, humor, heart, and care for others that we’ve always known her for. And in true Annie fashion, she and the McGinley community are turning this chapter into an opportunity to help others.

This September, McGinley School of Irish Dance, Pizza Boy Brewing Co., and Mixed-Up Productions are coming together for McGinley Strong, with proceeds benefiting local breast cancer patients through the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation.

There are two opportunities to join Annie and her community:
🍺 September 9th | McGinley Strong Brewery Experience
- A ticketed behind-the-scenes brewery experience, complete with McGinley Strong Beer and more. Tickets are available through September 8.

☘️ September 17th | ½ Way to Paddy’s Day: Kicking Cancer’s Butt
- A free celebration filled with Irish dancing, music, food, drinks, community, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass.

We know a thing or two about the power of gathering together, and we can’t think of a better reason to do it. Come show some love for one of our own and help Annie turn something incredibly difficult into something incredibly meaningful. 🩷

Click the link in the comments to learn more and to grab your tickets for the September 9th event!

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Photographer: Amanda Souders Photography - Wedding Photographer

Our favorite kind of season is officially here. ❄️The JDK Winter Menu has arrived, filled with new flavors made for holi...
09/01/2026

Our favorite kind of season is officially here. ❄️

The JDK Winter Menu has arrived, filled with new flavors made for holiday parties, company celebrations, winter weddings, and every reason to gather around the table.

Think French Onion Mac & Cheese, Maple Miso Chicken Skewers, Pear & Prosciutto Flatbread, Mini Beef Wellington Bites, Gingerbread Tiramisu, just to name a few...

Planning something worth savoring this winter? Come hungry. We have a lot to show you.
Explore our new Winter Menu and start planning your event with the link in the comments.

Consider this your sign to raise the bar on this year's holiday celebration. 🥂This season, think beyond the typical. Thi...
08/28/2026

Consider this your sign to raise the bar on this year's holiday celebration. 🥂

This season, think beyond the typical. Think progressive menus that take guests on a journey, immersive event design, unexpected details, and hospitality that makes everyone feel genuinely taken care of.

Whether you're celebrating your team, thanking your clients, or bringing your people together, The JDK Group is here to make your holiday event anything but ordinary.

Exceptional food. Thoughtful design. Seamless hospitality.

Let's make this year's holiday party the one they're still talking about in next year. 🥂

Connect with our team to start planning.

Photography: SMJ Photography
Photo booth: South Central Photo Booths
Caterer: The JDK Group Catering & Events
Florals & Event Design: Weddings by JDK
Venue: The Bond
Music: Brenda J Johnson

We are OBSESSED with these photos from Julia Stewart Visuals at our recent Blue Stone Estate Styled Photoshoot. ✨Styled ...
08/26/2026

We are OBSESSED with these photos from Julia Stewart Visuals at our recent Blue Stone Estate Styled Photoshoot. ✨

Styled shoots are one of our favorite ways to dream a little bigger, bringing together thoughtful design, incredible vendor partners, and, of course, a menu worth gathering around.

A huge thank you to the incredible team of vendors who brought this vision to life. We always love the opportunity to showcase what’s possible when great food, intentional design, and seamless hospitality come together.

Planning a 2027 wedding in Central PA? Let’s make your celebration one your guests are still talking about, with elevated wedding catering that’s here to make the entire experience feel effortless.

2027 dates are booking now.✨
Connect with our team to get started.

VENDOR TEAM
Concept, Florals, Draping - Weddings by JDK & Brooke Maier
Venue - Bluestone Estate
Catering - The JDK Group Catering & Events
Photographer - Julia Steward Photography
Content Creation, Coordination - -Lyss-Planning Miss Lyss Planning
Beauty - Vero Leigh
Dress - Tamzen's Bridal at Butler Manor
Stationary, Signage -
Rentals - A to Z Event Rentals & Treasured Events
Linens- Premier Linen Company

👋 Looking for weekend work? Come interview THIS THURSDAY.No weeks of waiting. No wondering where your application stands...
08/25/2026

👋 Looking for weekend work? Come interview THIS THURSDAY.

No weeks of waiting. No wondering where your application stands.

The JDK Group is hiring energetic, dependable people for our busy fall event season, and we're setting aside Thursday, August 27 from 1–7 PM to meet candidates in person at our Camp Hill office.

• $15–$17/hour
• Saturday + Sunday shifts available
• Seasonal opportunities
• Regular employment opportunities may also be available
• Some candidates may receive an offer the same day

If you've been thinking about picking up extra work this fall, this is the day to come meet us! Reserve your time by Wednesday, August 26 using the link in the comments ⬇️

08/24/2026

Have some Saturdays and Sundays open? Turn them into extra cash. 💰✨

The JDK Group is hiring Event Servers, Bartenders, Culinary, and more to join our team for a season of weddings, corporate events, and celebrations throughout Central PA.

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for flexible, part-time weekend work in a fast-paced environment where no two events are quite the same.

Interested? Come meet us at our upcoming Open Interview Day!

📅 Thursday, August 27
⏰ 1:00–7:00 PM
📍 The JDK Group | Camp Hill, PA

Whether you’re looking for seasonal work, a way to earn extra money on the weekends, or an opportunity to grow in hospitality, we’d love to meet you.

Reserve your interview spot through the link in our bio.

Ready to take hospitality to the next level? ✨Join us for an Open Interview Day at The JDK Group in Camp Hill, PA!📅 Thur...
08/20/2026

Ready to take hospitality to the next level? ✨

Join us for an Open Interview Day at The JDK Group in Camp Hill, PA!

📅 Thursday, August 27
⏰ 1:00–7:00 PM

We’re looking for dedicated, energetic people to join our team and help bring unforgettable weddings, corporate events, and celebrations to life throughout Central PA.

Now hiring:
✨ Event Servers
🍸 Event Bartenders — 2+ years of experience required
📦 Warehouse & Rental Crew
👨‍🍳 Culinary & Kitchen Team
🍽️ Dish & Back-of-House Support

Whether you’re a hospitality professional, student, or simply looking for flexible part-time and weekend work, there’s a place for you on our team.

Come meet us, learn more about the opportunities available, and see what it’s like to be part of the team behind the JDK magic.

Ready to join us? Reserve your interview spot through the link in the comments.

📍 The JDK Group | Camp Hill, PA

We’re excited to share that The JDK Group has been recognized in Harrisburg Magazine’s 2026 Simply the Best Awards!🍾🥂✨🥳👏...
08/17/2026

We’re excited to share that The JDK Group has been recognized in Harrisburg Magazine’s 2026 Simply the Best Awards!🍾🥂✨🥳👏

2026 “Simply the Best” Award Winner
Wedding & Events – Caterer

2026 “Readers’ Choice” Award Winner
Wedding & Events – Event Coordinator

2026 “Readers’ Choice” Award Winner
Wedding & Events – Wedding Planner

These awards are especially meaningful because they come directly from the people in our community and the guests we have the privilege of serving.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for us! And an even bigger thank you to our incredible team. These awards reflect the care, creativity, and hospitality you bring to every event. Every role you play helps create the unforgettable experiences we’re known for.

We’re so grateful for this recognition, and even more grateful for each of you. Thank you for everything you do to make The JDK Group such a special place.

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1 Bishop Place, Ste 1
Camp Hill, PA
17011

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm

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