Question 1

How many guests can The Acreage venue hold?

Accepted Answer

We offer tables and chairs for 365 guests.

Question 2

Do you have any preferred caterers? Do you allow drop off catering?

Accepted Answer

We haven't chosen any vendors to partner with. We want to ensure anyone that partners with the acreage performs with as much class and expertise as we strive to offer.
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We require a full service caterer, no drop off catering. This is a caterer who provides bussing, set up, clean up, and stays throughout the event. The caterer of your choice MUST have a valid Nebraska caterers license.

Question 3

Can I bring outside food or drinks?

Accepted Answer

You may NOT bring any alcoholic beverages on site as our liquor license does not permit it. All beverages for your guests must be supplied though The Acreage, not a caterer. Dinner must be supplied by a licensed caterer.

Question 4

When does the bar open?

Accepted Answer

Let the spirits begin whenever you choose. Please keep in mind that you only have the bar open for the designated number of hours that you selected in your liquor package.

Question 5

Is a dry bar an option?

Accepted Answer

No alcohol? No problem! We do, however, have a $1000 fee for all dry bars.

Question 6

Do you have any décor restrictions?

Accepted Answer

NO open flame candles. This space is our business as well as our home, please understand this is for the safety of our venue as well as our customers. 
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If you must hang something on the wall, it must be approved by Josh or Lydia first.
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Confetti and flower petals are allowed, but an additional $500 clean up fee will be added.
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Glitter is NOT allowed.

Question 7

What time are we allowed on property?

Accepted Answer

You are welcome to enter the property as early as 8AM the morning of your event. The Acreage staff will be on site from the time you arrive, to the time you leave.

Question 8

Can we get ready at The Acreage?

Accepted Answer

The Acreage has two fully stocked suites perfect for getting ready. The Bridal Suite is on our south side with its own balcony, and the Groom’s Room is on the north side also complete with a private balcony.

Question 9

What’s the parking situation?

Accepted Answer

Our parking lot has room for 200+ cars. It will be easy for guests to find and there is an easily accessible walking path attached. There can be NO parking on L road.

Question 10

Are Fireworks allowed?

Accepted Answer

Fireworks are not permitted on site. We made this rule out of respect for our animals who live on site, and to be courteous to our neighbors.

Question 11

Do you require a Day of Venue Coordinator?

Accepted Answer

Lucky you, this is included too! However, The Acreage does require two additional contacts for the day of. These persons will be responsible for closing out with the venue at the end of the night with our checkout list. These contacts will be the main contacts to help vendors throughout the day, be available to our on site coordinator for any ceremony or reception details and support clean up at the end of the night by ensuring everything is out of the ballroom one hour after your event is complete.

Question 12

Does The Acreage staff help set up or tear down décor?

Accepted Answer

We do not offer any decorating services at this time. The set up and tear down of décor will be your responsibility. An additional $500 clean up fee will be added for décor not removed prior to the end of your rental time.

Question 13

How many restrooms are on site?

Accepted Answer

Restrooms are located in the entryway. There are 4 stalls in the women’s restroom, as well as 2 stalls and 2 urinals in the men's restroom.

Question 14

Will there be security at my event? Can I bring my own?

Accepted Answer

At this time, we do not offer in house security. It is not required, but you are welcome to provide your own event security as long as it has been pre-approved by The Acreage event manager.

Question 15

Do you have a clean up crew or do I need to find a service who does this?

Accepted Answer

We take care of tables, chairs, sweeping, mopping. You are only responsible for your things (decorations, food, cake, florals, any personal belongings, etc). We REQUIRE all personal items/décor out of the ballroom 1 hour after your event concludes.

Question 16

What time does our event have to end? When do we have to leave?

Accepted Answer

Outdoor music must be off by 10:00 PM, but the indoor celebration may resume until 11:00 PM. You will then have until 12:00 AM to complete the clean up and for your vendors to remove their setups from the property (Unless you’ve chosen extended hours). The Acreage staff will take care of tables and chairs.

Question 17

Can we make a Grand Exit after our wedding reception?

Accepted Answer

That’s our favorite part! Grand Exits with celebratory materials such as, but not limited to: sparklers (on blacktop), ribbon wands, bubbles, cheer poms are allowed.
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Grand Exits may not include celebratory materials such as, but not limited to: confetti, rose petals, rice, glitter, potpourri or other items of that nature. If this rule is broken, a $500 cleaning fee will be added on top of the regular cleaning fee.

Question 18

How do I reserve The Acreage for my event?

Accepted Answer

To reserve your date you will need to fill out a contract with us and make a 50% down payment of the rental fee. This can all be done online or in-person. We accept payments online via credit card or bank draft & by cash, check, or money order. Payments can be done in-person, phone, online, or sent in the mail. We take the remaining 50% of the rental fee no later than (60) days prior to your event.

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