Question 1

​WHAT AREAS ONSITE ARE INCLUDED IN THE VENUE RENTAL FEE?

Accepted Answer

All areas onsite are included in your rental fee. You have exclusive use of our property from 4pm - 11pm.

Question 2

​WHAT TIMES DO WE HAVE THE VENUE?

Accepted Answer

Suites at 10 am, Guests can begin to arrive at 4pm, with Ceremonies beginning at 5pm. Set up can begin in The Tent as early as 12:00 pm the day of your event. Set up in all other areas around the Market can begin at 3:00 pm. The Market is open to the public Wednesday – Sunday from 10 am – 4 pm.

Question 3

​ARE TABLES AND CHAIRS INCLUDED?

Accepted Answer

​Yes! Included in your venue rental are (17) 72” round tables, (300) garden chairs for your ceremony and/or reception, (2) 8’ rectangular banquet tables, and (4) sets of barrel bars.

Question 4

CAN WE USE THE PLANTS LOCATED AROUND THE MARKET?

Accepted Answer

​Yes! The seasonal plants that surround The Market are available for your use complimentary. The options change weekly so specific types cannot be chosen until the week of the event. Please ask our Events Director for more information on plants that will be in season for your wedding day.

Question 5

​HOW CAN I RESERVE MY WEDDING DATE?

Accepted Answer

First our Events Director will send you a contract for you & your fiancé to review. Next, a 50% deposit along with a $500 refundable security deposit is required within 7 days of the signed contract to reserve your date. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to your event.

Question 6

WHAT IS THE REFUNDABLE SECURITY DEPOSIT?

Accepted Answer

​A $500 damage security deposit is required with the signed contract. This is to cover potential damage by your guests, and will be refunded 14 business days following the event. If any damages have occurred, you will be notified, and we will bill you for any repairs over and above the deposit.

Question 7

​DO WE NEED TO HIRE A WEDDING PLANNER?

Accepted Answer

​Yes, we do require that you hire at minimum, a Day Of wedding planner. Our Events Director can recommend planners based on your specific needs, and several of our preferred caterers offer Day Of wedding planning services.

Question 8

​IS THERE ENOUGH LIGHTING?

Accepted Answer

​Yes! The existing outdoor lighting and landscape twinkle lighting is included in all venue areas. The Orchard Overlook Tent is strung with bistro lighting and (5) iron chandeliers. Candles are the responsibility of the client and must be contained in a votive or hurricane.

Question 9

​IS THERE ENOUGH POWER ONSITE?

Accepted Answer

​There are several electrical outlets for your use around the Market’s Stone Terrace, Pergola, Greenhouse and Potting Shed. The Overlook Tent has two power distribution boxes offering power for your vendors. There is additional power available for catering equipment in the catering prep tent.

Question 10

​WHAT ITEMS ARE FOR RENT ON THE PROPERTY?

Accepted Answer

Wine Barrels- $50 per barrel 
Farm Tables- $125- 8ft, $125- 8ft, $100- 5.ft or $300 for all 3.

Question 11

​IS THERE PARKING PROVIDED?

Accepted Answer

The Market parking is included in your rental fee and offers up to 40 spaces with parking attendants for one hour leading up to your ceremony start time. Additional parking is available for up to 100 cars for a fee of $220 which includes a lighting tower with generator for this location.

Question 12

​ARE RESTROOMS INCLUDED?

Accepted Answer

​Yes, a Grelen owned VIP restroom trailer is included. The restroom can accommodate up to 250 guests. The Market shop is closed during private events however, these indoor restrooms can be rented for an additional fee. Handicap accessible restrooms can be made available at client’s request.

Question 13

​WHAT VENDORS MAY WE USE?

Accepted Answer

​The Market at Grelen has an extensive list of Recommended Vendors. Vendors not included in this list must be pre-approved by the Events Director.

Question 14

​ARE DJS OR LIVE BANDS ALLOWED?

Accepted Answer

​Yes! All entertainment vendors must be pre-approved and sign a noise ordinance agreement with The Market at Grelen.  Music must stop by 11pm on Friday, Saturday & holiday Sundays and 10pm on Regular Sundays and weekdays.

Question 15

​WHO SETS UP AND CLEANS UP OUR WEDDING?

Accepted Answer

The client’s team of vendors are responsible for all design, set up and tear down. Full service caterers are responsible for setup and breakdown of table and chair placement. Caterers are required to remove all trash from event and dispose in designated Market dumpsters.

Question 16

​MAY WE TAKE PHOTOS ON THE PROPERTY?

Accepted Answer

​Yes! The Market at Grelen offers the perfect setting for photos! Engagement and Wedding photo shoots are INCLUDED in all immediate Market areas during business hours. Photo shoots outside of business hours are available based on availability.

Question 17

​CAN WE BRING IN OUR OWN ALCOHOL?

Accepted Answer

Yes you may bring in your own alcohol, but all alcohol must be served by a licensed cater, guests cannot “serve themselves” at your event. Beer, wine and mixed drinks are allowed.

Question 18

MAY WE HAVE A CEREMONY REHEARSAL THE DAY BEFORE?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a one-hour rehearsal time during our business hours of 10am - 4pm is included upon request. All rehearsals are subject to approval 30 days prior, as they cannot conflict with other scheduled events.

Question 19

ARE CENTERPIECES PROVIDED?

Accepted Answer

​The Market at Grelen does not provide centerpieces. Grelen potted plants can be used as centerpieces if they are purchased outright.

Question 20

​ARE HEATERS AND/OR FIRE PITS AVAILABLE?

Accepted Answer

​Yes! Grelen has several fire pits on property that are available for your use, weather permitting. Blow heaters for the Orchard Overlook Tent can be rented from Gibson Rental.

Question 21

​CAN WE USE RETAIL ITEMS LOCATED AROUND THE MARKET?

Accepted Answer

​The Market has an extensive rotating inventory of garden décor that is available for rent a la carte including pots, planters, lanterns, arbors, tabletop items, etc. Items are offered to rent for 20% of the sale price, or can be purchased outright with a 20% discount to confirm availability.

Question 22

​WHAT ELSE MAKES THE MARKET AT GRELEN SPECIAL?

Accepted Answer

​Our homemade ice cream has been very popular and is becoming a staple at many Grelen weddings. Depending on the season, we have fresh berries and produce that can easily be incorporated into your day.  Ask our Events Director for details on what will be in season for your wedding day.

Question 23

​IS A GRELEN EMPLOYEE PRESENT AT OUR EVENT?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an Events Director & Assistant is present the day of your event and included in your venue fee. On the day of setup, the Events Director & Assistant will provide coordination for key suppliers; however, all design setup is the sole responsibility of your Day of Wedding Planner.

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​WHAT AREAS ONSITE ARE INCLUDED IN THE VENUE RENTAL FEE?

​WHAT TIMES DO WE HAVE THE VENUE?

​ARE TABLES AND CHAIRS INCLUDED?

CAN WE USE THE PLANTS LOCATED AROUND THE MARKET?

​HOW CAN I RESERVE MY WEDDING DATE?

WHAT IS THE REFUNDABLE SECURITY DEPOSIT?

​DO WE NEED TO HIRE A WEDDING PLANNER?

​IS THERE ENOUGH LIGHTING?

​IS THERE ENOUGH POWER ONSITE?

​WHAT ITEMS ARE FOR RENT ON THE PROPERTY?

​IS THERE PARKING PROVIDED?

​ARE RESTROOMS INCLUDED?

​WHAT VENDORS MAY WE USE?

​ARE DJS OR LIVE BANDS ALLOWED?

​WHO SETS UP AND CLEANS UP OUR WEDDING?

​MAY WE TAKE PHOTOS ON THE PROPERTY?

​CAN WE BRING IN OUR OWN ALCOHOL?

MAY WE HAVE A CEREMONY REHEARSAL THE DAY BEFORE?

ARE CENTERPIECES PROVIDED?

​ARE HEATERS AND/OR FIRE PITS AVAILABLE?

​CAN WE USE RETAIL ITEMS LOCATED AROUND THE MARKET?

​WHAT ELSE MAKES THE MARKET AT GRELEN SPECIAL?

​IS A GRELEN EMPLOYEE PRESENT AT OUR EVENT?

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WHAT AREAS ONSITE ARE INCLUDED IN THE VENUE RENTAL FEE?

WHAT TIMES DO WE HAVE THE VENUE?

ARE TABLES AND CHAIRS INCLUDED?

HOW CAN I RESERVE MY WEDDING DATE?

DO WE NEED TO HIRE A WEDDING PLANNER?

IS THERE ENOUGH LIGHTING?

IS THERE ENOUGH POWER ONSITE?

WHAT ITEMS ARE FOR RENT ON THE PROPERTY?

IS THERE PARKING PROVIDED?

ARE RESTROOMS INCLUDED?

WHAT VENDORS MAY WE USE?

ARE DJS OR LIVE BANDS ALLOWED?

WHO SETS UP AND CLEANS UP OUR WEDDING?

MAY WE TAKE PHOTOS ON THE PROPERTY?

CAN WE BRING IN OUR OWN ALCOHOL?

ARE HEATERS AND/OR FIRE PITS AVAILABLE?

CAN WE USE RETAIL ITEMS LOCATED AROUND THE MARKET?

WHAT ELSE MAKES THE MARKET AT GRELEN SPECIAL?

IS A GRELEN EMPLOYEE PRESENT AT OUR EVENT?