Visiting Halls today

did u make appt? normally then they have it like all planned out and a booklet ready for you to go! main questions were how much per person and what diff packages they offer...how many many people you have to guarantee.. how many weddings at a time..

i would say i was there like a hour i mean by the time they give you a tour and go over everything...i mean when we knew we didnt like the place it kinda went quicker lol

Give yourself at least an hour.

Found this on the site:

QUESTIONS:

Hall:


Date Visited:


Contact:


Phone #:


Address:


Dates Available:


Capacity:


Minimum for room:


Table Size (number):


Table shape:


Maximum Number of Tables for room:


Dimensions of Dance Floor:


Dimensions of Room:


Separate Cocktail Room:



How early can bridal party arrive?

Is the hall handicap accessible?


When can vendors arrive to set up?


Bridal Suite size & location:


Number of Concurrent Events:


If more than one event: separate bathroom facilities?


Liquor – top shelf? (Names?)


Is Champagne included throughout the reception?


Are candles allowed?


In-house Wedding Planner?


Photography/Florist – recommendations?


Can we use others vendors?


Any fee for outside vendors?


Insurance requirements for vendors?


Does hall need proof of insurance?


Wedding Cake included?


Any limitations on flavors/fillings?


Cake cutting charge for outside cakes? If so ask that it be reduced or eliminated
Can I have my own cake cutter?


Number of Entrée Options:


Can we have a tasting?


When is final menu picked?


Any decorations included?


Do we get a credit if not using centerpieces? How much?


Linen colors:


Ratio of Guests/Servers:


Bridal attendant included?


Number of Bars and Bartenders:


Coat Room and Rest Room Attendants?


Is cost included?


Valet – included or additional?


Overtime charges:


Price per person:


How much are vendor meals?


Are kids half price?


What ages?


Any limit on number of half price kids?


Vendors included in minimum?


Are kids included in minimum?


Gratuity/service charge – is it a set fee? Is it distributed amongst all of the workers?


grat/Service charge % (number):


Is grat/service charge taxed:


Hotel recommendations:


Church recommendations:


Direction cards provided? (Get a copy for file)


Deposit amount:


Method of payment:


Payment schedule and is a courtesy reminder sent?


Any tasting events or showcases before we book?


Can we see photos of hall in different seasons (get copies for file)


Timing for final head count:


Can we upgrade if under minimum (no wasted dinners) i.e., cordials or upgrade entrees?


Cancellation and refund policy:


Smoking area?


Any renovations planned?


What/When?


Expected completion date?



WEATHER QUESTIONS (if it will be Winter!):

Plowing?

Cancellation policy due to extreme weather?



***Do not forget to check out the bathrooms:
***Take digital pics of the rooms and grounds for file.

Awesome thanks guys...
I made all my appointments 2 weeks ago. I have to book this week since I'm from out of state and visiting

where are you lookoing today

GOOD Luck!! let us know how they go!!

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Posted by leesah85

I spent between one and two hours at each hall. It really depends - there were some I didn't like at all so we walked out after like 20 minutes.

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ITA... if you walk in and totally don't like it done wast your time or there's , cut it short and go. Some times it is out of your controll how long it will take if the BM keeps like walking in and out and letting you talk privately and stuff.