FAQs
+ Where is Festivities located?
From OKC, follow I-40 and take exit 125. Proceed north for approximately ¼ mile. Turn Left at the stop light and continue to follow 81 N/66W (Rock Island) west. Head north for approximately 2 miles to the stoplight at Wade in downtown El Reno. Turn left, go one block to Bickford, turn right on Bickford, and proceed north 3 blocks.
+ What does your price include?
Our pricing includes access from 10 a.m. to midnight with interior and exterior setup/teardown, use of the main ballroom, deck and courtyard areas, tables and chairs for 200 guests, and time for a rehearsal the week of your event and engagement/bridal photos scheduled ahead of time. You will also receive access to the upstairs reception area, groom’s room, bridal suite and hair/makeup room with the chance to schedule an engagement session with your photographer at Festivities prior to your event date.
+ How do I reserve my date?
A security deposit of $500 is required to reserve your event date at Festivities. If no damages are incurred, your deposit will be refunded within 30 days after the event.
+ Can we take engagement photos around the venue?
Absolutely! Availability varies and must be scheduled ahead of time. If you reserve Festivities for your wedding, one engagement session is included in the rental cost. For all other couples, there is a $75 fee for an engagement photo session.
+ What is the capacity of the main ballroom?
Festivities’ maximum capacity is 350 for events with receptions only. 220 is the maximum capacity for events with both ceremonies and receptions.
+ Do you offer wedding coordination?
We do not offer wedding coordination, but are happy to connect you to some incredible planners we’ve worked with!
+ Do you allow open flame?
Candles are allowed on table tops as long as tables are protected and candles must be in glass containers. We require LED candles (no flame) on antiques, window sills, iron screens, and candelabras. Charges apply for wax removal from any surface.
+ Do you have restrictions on decor?
We ask that the following guidelines are followed when planning your decor:
- No rice, bird seed, confetti, glitter or glittery fabric is allowed inside or outside. Only real petals may be thrown/dropped for outside ceremonies and sendoffs. Both 10” sparklers and bubbles are allowed outside only.
- No nailing, taping, gluing, screwing or stapling to any surface inside or out.
- Please do not attach decor to any trees, landscaping, antique or vintage furniture, window latches or hardware. You may hang decor from the arbor with fishing line or twine.
- If you have a candy bar, no gum is allowed.
- Candles are allowed on table tops as long as tables are protected and must be in glass containers. We require LED candles (no flame) on antiques, window sills, iron screens, and candelabras. Charges apply for wax removal from any surface.
+ Do you provide a bar service?
We do! Please ask for pricing and a customized quote. All alcohol orders must be placed 60-90 days in advance and payments are due 30 days prior to the event. If alcohol is to be served at the event, it must be provided and served by our in-house liquor caterer. No outside alcohol is allowed, and will result in forfeiture of deposit.
