Question 1

What is your peak season?

Accepted Answer

May, June, July, August, September, October

Question 2

Can we bring our own alcohol?

Accepted Answer

No, we require all alcoholic beverages to be purchased and served through our Bar service.

Question 3

Do you have on-site parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes

Question 4

Do you have accessible facilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all our facilities are wheelchair accessible. We also have ramps at the main entrance.

Question 5

Do we need to get insurance?

Accepted Answer

No, our venue is fully insured.

Question 6

What is your off-peak season?

Accepted Answer

January, February, March, April, and December

Question 7

What is the Capacity of the Barn?

Accepted Answer

Max Capacity in the Main Barn and lower level is 229. We host weddings up to 300 guests using a tent for the dinner portion of the event. Barn 1888 will created a digital table layout for you based on your final count. We reserve the right to re-configure seating to maximize capacity and crowd flow.

Question 8

Do you have a ceremony rain option?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The barn basement can hold up to 100 guests in rows. Larger ceremonies can take place upstairs in the barn. We create an aisle and your guests sit at their tables.

Question 9

Can we bring in our own decor?

Accepted Answer

Yes! All Candles are required to have glass shields(votive) or hurricane lamps with a base of some kind to protect the linen. No open flames are allowed. Glitter, confetti, artificial snow, artificial flower petals, chinese lanterns, and fireworks are not permitted, however, eco-friendly, biodegradable confetti and real flower petals are permitted.

Question 10

Is Smoking Allowed?

Accepted Answer

Smoking is not allowed inside the barn. Smoking is allowed outside the barn in designated areas, but not by the entrances.

Question 11

Can we choose our own Caterer?

Accepted Answer

We have a list of preferred caterers that will offer you a complimentary tasting. If you choose to not use a preferred caterer, that's fine, but you need to hire a licensed(and fully staffed) catering service. The 10% service charge for all caterers is based on your total, pre-tax food and beverage costs

Question 12

Can We Hire our own bartender?

Accepted Answer

No, we require all alcoholic beverages to be purchased and served through Wildwood Bar Services. Several package options are available. Alcoholic beverages may be served at the farm in accordance with all local and state laws. Shots are prohibited, including liquor on ice. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the parking lot or driveway. This is strictly enforced.

Question 13

What about a DJ or band?

Accepted Answer

If you choose one not on our preferred list, we recommend them setting up a site visit. Due to our township noise ordinance, reception music must take place in the barn, not outside. Ceremony and cocktail hour music may take place outside. Music will end by 11:00 pm on the night of your event.

Question 14

Does Barn 1888 meet all local township and building codes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our entire Renovation project has been approved by the township. All local and state commercial codes for fire, handicap, electric, and plumbing are being followed throughout the entire process.

Question 15

What time is a typical ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Most ceremonies take place between 4:00 and 5:00 pm. This gives you and your vendors enough time to get ready, and ensures that guests aren’t waiting too long between the ceremony ending and dinner.

Question 16

Is the $1500 deposit applied to our total cost?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! $1500 is due to officially reserve a date. Your 2nd payment is due 90 days from your event, and the remaining balance is due 1 day prior to your event(usually when you come for rehearsal).

Question 17

How close are the nearest hotels?

Accepted Answer

Barn 1888 is just 7 miles(10min.) from the Best Western Plus in Wayland. This hotel is currently under construction and will open soon.

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What is your peak season?

Can we bring our own alcohol?

Do you have on-site parking?

Do you have accessible facilities?

Do we need to get insurance?

What is your off-peak season?

What is the Capacity of the Barn?

Do you have a ceremony rain option?

Can we bring in our own decor?

Is Smoking Allowed?

Can we choose our own Caterer?

Can We Hire our own bartender?

What about a DJ or band?

Does Barn 1888 meet all local township and building codes?

What time is a typical ceremony?

Is the $1500 deposit applied to our total cost?

How close are the nearest hotels?

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