YOU’RE OFFICIALLY BOOKED.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
We’re thrilled to be a part of your big day! Here are some resources & reminders to make your wedding preparations seamless.
Planning Meetings
Your venue coordinator will reach out to schedule meetings
3 months from date: Initial Planning Meeting (in-person!)
1 month from date: Final Planning Meeting (virtual!)
Payment Dates
Payment Schedule
3 months from date: $1,000 bar retainer
1 month from date: 2nd half of venue rental & insurance
2 weeks from date: Remaining bar & rental balances
planning CHECKLIST
We've put together a planning checklist to help make your planning process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
The checklist covers all the essential tasks and milestones from a year out to the big day itself.
Use it to stay organized, keep track of important details, and enjoy every step of your wedding journey.
exclusive vendors
Our team works exclusively with six caterers and five DJ companies. We’ve spent a long time vetting these vendors and love
that they know our property, team & equipment well, so that when they show up on wedding day,
the service is excellent. Click below to view vendor contact information and website links.
Caterers
Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering
Toast the Host
Simply Served Catering
Sweet & Savory
City Barbeque
A Cut Above Catering
Mills Catering
Djs
Preferred vendor list
Aside from your caterer and DJ, all other vendors decisions are up to you! To help with your search, we’ve compiled a list of trusted
photographers, videographers, florists, officiants, hair, makeup, and more that we highly recommend.
sample Timeline
We know how important it is to have a smooth and well-planned timeline for your big day.
Our venue offers the flexibility to create a schedule that fits your vision, with plenty of time to enjoy every moment with your guests.
Timeline Notes:
Your timeline can be adjusted based on your start time. We recommend ceremony to begin anywhere between 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM.
Receptions must end by 11 PM on Fridays and Saturdays, and by 10 PM from Sunday to Thursday.
Our venue rental includes 12 hours of property access. Most couples select 12 PM - 12 AM or 11 AM to 11 PM.
The final hour of your rental is dedicated to collecting personal items and ensuring your guests have transportation.
Early access is available for $500 an hour starting as early as 9 AM.
Sample Timeline:
5:30 PM — Ceremony
6:00 PM — Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM — Reception
7:15 PM — Grand Entrance
7:30 PM — Dinner
8:20 PM — Cake Cut
8:25 PM — Toasts & Special Dances
8:45 PM — Open Dancing
10:30 PM — Bar Closes
10:45 PM — Last Song & Send Off!
11:00 PM — Reception Concludes
Sample Reception Layouts
These sample layouts provide a great starting point for your reception setup. Whether you envision a traditional arrangement
or something more creative, a venue coordinator will work with you during your first planning meeting to design a layout that fits your vision.
Our Rental Collection
Browse our rental catalog for everything you need to enhance your ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. We handle the set-up and
tear-down, so you can relax and enjoy your celebration. Feel free to bring any outside rental or personal items to make the space
uniquely yours! Let your coordinator know during your first meeting if you'd like to incorporate any of these rentals into your special day.
Frequently asked questions
Planning your wedding is full of exciting details, and we’re here to make sure everything goes smoothly. Our Venue and Bar FAQs cover all the essential information you need, from event logistics and venue policies to creating a memorable drink experience for your guests.