Frequently Asked Questions:
Ceremony
What's included?How many guests can the courtyard accommodate for a ceremony?
What if there is inclement weather the day of our function?
Can we bring our own minister?
Are there microphones for singers and readers?
Is the swaging in the trees/gazebo included?
Can we bring in our own decorations for the ceremony?
Why can't we bring silk flowers for the courtyard?
Is there a minimum guest requirement for the ceremony?
Can we just have our ceremony at Emerald at Queensridge?
Is a rehearsal included?
Do you offer rehearsal dinners?
Do you offer limousines or shuttles?
Reception:
How many banquet rooms do you have?
What is included in the facility fee?
What is the maximum capacity?
Do you offer reception only options?
Can we bring in our own DJ?
How does the DJ know what to play?
Can we bring in a live band or other entertainment?
Can we bring in our own decorations?
Can we bring in our own linens?
Do you have preferred vendors?
Which caterers do you use?
Can we bring in our own caterer?
Can we customize our menu?
Do you offer specialty meals?
Is the cake included?
Do you offer chocolate fountains?
How many hours do we have the reception room for?
Can we extend the party?
Are there minimum requirements?
Is the bar included?
Can we bring our own alcohol?
Can we have a theme Wedding?
Are children full price?
Is smoking permitted?
Can we use the big screen TV for our video montage?
Is there a child care area, and do you provide babysitting services?
Booking:
How far in advance do we have to book?
What is the deposit required to hold a date?
Does the deposit go towards your function?
When is the balance due?
Can we make payments?
Do you accept credit cards?
Do you offer discounts?
When can we meet to go over details regarding our function?
When do we need to provide our final guest count?
When do we need to finalize our menu?
What happens if more guests show up?
Do we get a refund if some of our guests don't show up?
Bridal Suite/Groom's Room:
What time can we arrive to the bridal suite/groom's room?
Does the Brides room have a shower.
Can we bring in our own hair stylists/make-up artists and get ready in the bridal suite?
Can we bring in snacks in while we are getting ready?
Do we have a certain amount of time in the Bridal Suite/Groom's room?
Photography:
What is included in the photography package?
Can we purchase our negatives?
Can we have our photographer take pictures as well as yours?
Can our guests take pictures at the wedding?
Can our guests see the images from our wedding?
Can our guests order pictures?
Where do you do the engagement/bridal sessions?
What is a Bridal Session?
Is video included?