Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you have on-site catering?

A: No, but we have an open catering policy and will gladly work with anyone. We would be happy to provide you with a list of caterers that we have worked with here at Orchestra Hall. If the caterer that you choose to hire has not used the space at Orchestra Hall before, we ask that they visit Orchestra Hall prior to your event date for a walk through.

Q: Do you charge a catering fee to the caterer?

A: No, we do not have any fees associated to catering.

Q: Do you have liquor service?

A: Yes, we have a full service bar. We are setup to serve a variety of mixed drinks, bottled beer, wines, and many non-alcoholic options including; pop, bottled water, sparkling water, and coffee.

Q: Do we have to use Orchestra Hall’s bartenders to serve our drinks?

A: Yes, Orchestra Hall will be in charge of all beverage services that you will need for your event.

Q: How much does it cost to have a bartender?

A: For a hosted bar, Orchestra Hall will bill you based on the exact number of drinks served, and a standard 15% gratuity will be added onto the final bar sale total. If you do not reach the minimum amount of $400.00 in sales, a $60.00 labor charge will be added onto the final bill. To have a cash bar, you will just pay a $60.00 labor charge if your sales do not reach the $400.00 minimum.

Q: Are we allowed to bring in our own alcohol to be served at Orchestra Hall?

A: Yes, you are allowed to bring in your own alcohol to be served by our bartenders; however, each bottle of alcohol will be subject to a $15 corkage fee. If you are to bring in cases (24 packs) of beer, each case will be subject to a $75 corkage fee. You will be charged for all of the alcohol brought in regardless of whether or not you consume all of it during your reception. All alcohol left over (not consumed) during the event becomes the property of Orchestra Hall and cannot be returned to the client (due to regulations with our liquor license).

Q: Are we allowed to special order beer through Orchestra Hall?

A: Yes, you are allowed to special order beer through Orchestra Hall. Each bottle of special ordered beer will be billed at $6 a bottle. You will be charged for every bottle of beer brought in regardless of whether or not you consume all of it during your reception. All alcohol left over (not consumed) during the event becomes the property of Orchestra Hall and cannot be returned to the client (due to regulations with our liquor license).

Q: What alcohol do you have available, and how much do the drinks cost?

A: Please refer to the drink pricing list (PDF).

Q: Does Orchestra Hall have glassware at the bar?

A: No, we do not have glassware at our bars. You are welcome to work with your caterer to have glassware brought in. Otherwise we would be happy to provide plastic ware.

Q: Are we allowed to bring in décor? If so, do you have certain people that we have to use?

A: Yes, you are more than welcome to bring in décor to jazz up your reception. We are happy to work with whoever you decide to use. The only thing we ask is that there will not be any drilling, nailing, or destruction of any kind to the Orchestra Hall property in order to decorate.

Q: Are we able to have candles or votives burning on the tables at our reception?

A: Votive candles are allowed with a permit from the fire department. Candles must be in containers that are self-righting or that extinguish the flame when tipped over.

Q: Does Orchestra Hall have tables and chairs available to use for a reception?

A: Yes, we do have a small number of tables and chairs available to rent/use depending on your event. You would need to arrange linens to arrive from your catering service. Please refer to the tables and chairs list (PDF). A $200 set-up fee may apply.

Q: Do Orchestra Hall provide any parking spots if you are renting Orchestra Hall?

A: Orchestra Hall is not associated with any of the ramps that surround Orchestra Hall, so we cannot provide any parking for your event. You would need to secure your parking needs on your own on the day of the event. Click here to see a map of parking ramps close to Orchestra Hall

Please contact us for more information.