30 Day Questionnaire

Weddings, Galas, Quince, Formals - Event Questionnaire

Thanks for choosing the Racine Civic Centre for your event! To make your event planning appointment a breeze, we've compiled some key questions to answer beforehand. We understand it might seem lengthy, and some details may not be relevant to your specific event, but it helps us ensure everything runs flawlessly on the big day! For any questions, feel free to shoot us an email directly at events@FestivalPark.com. Unlike many other venues, we have no hidden fees and no minimum guest requirements – just a commitment to making your event unforgettable!
PACKAGE RATES are based on 200 or less in attendance. Have more guests? No problem! Just be prepared for a $10 pp increase.

INCLUDED WITH GALA PACKAGES:

• STAFF: Custodial Staff

• TABLECLOTHS: White, Black, or Ivory

• LINENS: A variety of linen napkin color choices

• TABLES: Main Seating:72 in Round (Seats up to 10) Service Tables: 6 additional tables for buffet, gifts, desserts, etc.

• FLATWARE/DRINKWARE: Use of house place setting package for you and your guests

• CATERING SUPPORT: Kitchen service fee included for your choice caterer
Type of Event*
Type of package*

Gala Package .........$3200.00 (See Above)A la carte ................$1600.00 (Room Rate Only)Other Option............$Ask us
Client's Name*

First NameLast Name
Client's E-mail*
example@example.com
Please select your event date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Arrival Time*

:HourMinutesAM/PM Option
Note: Two hours before the start of your event or ceremony time are included in your rental package (i.e 3:30 p.m. arrival with a 5:30 p.m. ceremony). There is no extra fee to set up your event the day before during our normal business hours, provided there is no conflict with other scheduled events.

After-hours set-up and tear-down time may be purchased in advance by the hour at $100 each within business hours and $200 outside of business hours.
For Weddings: Ceremony Start Time (time you will be walking down the aisle. Guest seating begins 30 minutes prior)

:HourMinutesAM/PM Option
Where will your ceremony take place?
Do you need to schedule a rehearsal date?

YesNo
Would you like to add the "In Case of Rain" Plan - $295?
Outdoor ceremonies only. We will set up both indoor & outdoor ceremony spaces to your guest count on wedding day in case of rain.
Reception/Event Start Time (30 minutes after ceremony start time. This is the start of your cocktail hour)*

:HourMinutesAM/PM Option
Event End Time (Hall closes at Midnight)

:HourMinutesAM/PM Option
When are your RSVPs due?

MonthDayYear
Date (MUST be before 21 days pre-wedding)
What is estimated TOTAL guest count?
*Always include wedding party and couple.
How many of those are adults?
Please make sure the adult & child counts add up to your TOTAL guest count.
How many of those are children, ages 2-10?
*Children under the age of 2 do not get counted in your guest count. However, if you need a high chair, please let us know below.
How many high chairs will be needed?
We have 10 high chairs on-site. Please include what tables these need to go at in your seating chart no later than 5 days before the wedding.
How many at your head table?
Catering Selections

You have the freedom to choose any caterer you prefer. We have a list of preferred caterers who we've reviewed and approved to make your selection easier. If you choose a different caterer, we'll simply need to confirm they have the proper insurance and documentation. There's no additional charge for using an outside caterer with the Gala Package and they are allowed to use the kitchen for the duration of your event (Up to 5 Hours)
WEBSITE LINKS FOR APPROVED CATERERS:
Have you selected a caterer?

SophisticateringCharcoal GrillDanny's CateringRed OnionMission BBQOther
Which dinner style have you chosen for your event?
Consult with your caterer for Late Night Options. Alternatively, the Festival Park Kitchen crew offers the following options:
25 person Minimum

Pick Two: $10 ppPick Three: $12/pp
In-House Late Night Snacks:

Danish Kringle from Racine' BakeriesRacine Pizza (Wells, Derango's or Infusino's)Hot PretzelsPopcorn (Fresh Popped)Assorted CookiesDonutsNachos and CheeseOther
Beverages/Bar
Beverage Package

Cash BarTicketed DrinksBeer / Wine/ Soda onlySoda and Water OnlyOpen Bar - Partial NightOpen Bar - All NightLimited Dollar Bar Tab
Do you want to add a champagne toast?
Are you interested in adding a keg of beer?
We will go over which types/brands at the final meeting.
If interested in a keg, please list your top 3 choices.
We require a list of your top 3 choices. We will be diligent in trying to find your top choice first, but we are only able to provide what the distributers & breweries have in-stock & available (seasonal options are only available within their respective season).
Are you interested in adding a signature drink?
What type of signature drink would you like to add?

Pineapple MulePomegranate MuleRaspberry MuleStrawberry LemonadeBlackberry LemonadeBlood Orange LemonadeBlueberry Basil LemonadeMint LemonadeBlueberry Iced TeaOther
Which type of liquor would you like in your signature drink?
LEMONADES served with choice of vodka, rum, gin or champagne MULES served with choice of vodka or bourbon ICED TEA served with choice of vodka or bourbon
Would you like any beverages, other than water, in the suites before your ceremony? Beer is $50 for 24 cases on ice. Wine & Champagne are subject to a market price of $7 to $26. Please include selections below if applicable.
Suite Beverages
Outside alcohol CANNOT be brought into the Racine Civic Centres at any time.
Florals
Will you have centerpieces?
Please provide vendor information in the vendor section of this form. They will be responsible for setting up & tearing down ALL florals DAY OF WEDDING. All items MUST be removed on night of wedding.
Name and contact information for your florist/ decorator
DJ/Entertainment
Will you have live music for your ceremony?
DJs/bands are not permitted to use Festival Park's sound system unless coordinated in advance. A rental fee will apply if applicable.
Do you need microphones for your ceremony?
Your Outside / Band typically provides them with their sound equipment. Rentals are available through Festival Park.
Are you planning to do a sparkler send-off at the end of reception?
Festival Park provides 20 inch sparklers, lighters, sand & buckets for extinguishing, & a fire extinguisher. $275 flat rate. Per the contract, client cannot provide their own. We do not allow rice, confetti or glitter to be thrown on the campus.
Any additional comments:
Linens
Have you made linen selections for your wedding?
*Linen colors may not be guaranteed if we do not have a pre-order in the system (most often completed at the detailing meeting).
Will you be ordering linens through us or providing your own?
If you will be ordering through us, what color napkin would you like?
What color linen you would like for your tables?
Are you interested in specialty linens (i.e. overlays, runners, chair sashes, etc.)?
Please describe specialty linens in comment section below.
Additional comments:
Additional Information
Are there any additions you would like to add?

Projector and ScreenDance FloorStageRiser for Head TableOther
What is your color scheme?
If you have the lighting package, what uplighting color would you like?
Do you or your vendors need any additional tables?
Will you have a seating chart?
If so, please confirm what color & material altar table linen you would like.
Have you scheduled your rehearsal date and time yet?*
*Rehearsals cannot be scheduled until 30 days prior to your wedding due to other events going on at the facility. This is outlined in your contract.
Contract Reminders

Please type your full name in the box provided next to each of the below statements acknowledging you understand these contract reminders.
I understand the rain plan in my contract. If I want Festival Park to set up the ceremony, I must let them know by Wednesday of wedding week. Otherwise, it is California style. *Unless you have purchased the "In Case of Rain" plan, then the final decision must be made three (3) hours pre-ceremony.
Please type your full name here.
I understand the NO GLITTER or CONFETTI policy. I will not bring in any items with glitter or confetti to the facility (confetti includes biodegradable & floral varieties).
Please type your full name here.
I understand that absolutely NO ALCOHOL can be brought into the Racine Civic Centres property at any time during my wedding day.
Please type your full name here.
I understand that all vendors, family members, wedding party members, & the bride + groom cannot enter the venue until the contracted arrival time.
Please type your full name here. Please also note, per the contract, the security deposit will not be refunded if client/vendors arrives earlier than contracted time or remains on property later than contracted.
I understand that all items (Racine Civic Centres & couple provided) may not be set & ready upon contracted arrival time. Set up will be completed before the start of the wedding.
Please type your full name here.
Contact Information

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What is your photographer's name/company?
What is your photographer's phone number?
What is your photographer's e-mail address?
If you do not know this - please make sure to have this information at your final appointment.
Please list ALL other non-Racine Civic Centre provided vendors and their telephone number as well as e-mail address.
What is your means of transportation for the wedding party and guests?
*If you will be using a party bus for the wedding party, we will take any coolers/alcohol that have been on the party bus upon arrival & store them in the office. We will return ALL items at the end of the night, but this ensures that outside alcohol that has been brought in off the party bus is not being consumed by guests/wedding party.
Please list the hotel(s) you've worked with and their contact information.
Who is your GO TO/Event Representative for the day of the wedding?
*This person is usually a maid of honor, mom, or someone close to you that can answer questions. We try not to bother the couple on their wedding day with simple questions.*
What is their phone number?:
What is their relation to you?
Please remember to bring the following to your final meeting:

Final Guest Count - we cannot wait past 21 business days before the wedding for your final guest count. Example: If you are getting married on a Sunday, we will need final guest count 23 days pre-wedding (21 business days pre-wedding).

Please do not pay the final payment ahead of time.

*Please note, the number of guest tables is determined by the final guest count. We will discuss guest table numbers at the final meeting.
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Weddings, Galas, Quince, Formals - Event Questionnaire

Catering Selections

Beverages/Bar

Florals

DJ/Entertainment

Linens

Additional Information

Contract Reminders

Contact Information