20 Reception Site Questions You Should be Asking ...
BEFORE you book!!!
#1. How many rooms are available at your facility? (ballroom, cocktail room, etc.)
#2. What is the maximum room capacity for each room offered?
#3. Is there a room reservation fee? How much is it?
#4. Do you double book your rooms? (hold more than one event in the same day)
#5. Is there an additional fee if we stay later than our contracted time? (Examples include having a reception booked until 9PM but your guests would like to stay later)
#6. What is included with the rental of the room? (chair covers, linens, tables, china, etc.)
#7. Does your facility allow for outside caterers to come in?
#8. What does the "per person" charge include? (meal, champagne toast, cake plating, open bar, etc.)
#9. If we wanted an outdoor ceremony, can your facility accommodate that?
(What if it rains?)
#10. Does your facility accommodate guests to stay there? If so, is there a bridal suite available to get ready in?
#11. Does your facility have a liquor license? What are the restrictions, if any?
#12. Can we provide our own champagne or alcohol?
#13. Do you charge a corkage fee for wine and champagne?
#14. How big is your dance floor?
#15. Is there a loading area for the d.j.?
#16. What are your decorating restrictions (no pushpins, putty, etc.? )
#17. Is there a noise ordinance? What time is it?
#18. Are there regulations for photographers and videographers?
#19. What is your cancellation policy?
#20. When is the balance due? (cash, check, charge)?
Created - 01/01/2008 | Last Updated - 01/01/2008