Special Things We Offer
Freedom
At The 8820 you choose your own caterer or food trucks and can bring in your own alcohol. Others make you use their products and services .
Fun
We have all these available for you to use: Corn hole, Volleyball, Bocce ball, Spike ball, and a few other games .We also have a fire pit you can use just bring your own wood
Fridays
You can book the Friday before your wedding for decorating and a rehearsal dinner for $100.00 per hour.
Tables and chairs
Tables sizes and Chairs
Inside
We have 34 - 60in round that seat 6-8 and 12 - 6ft rectangle for food and gifts
Outside
7 - 8 ft picnic tables and, 3 - 6 ft picnic tables and 6 - 60 inch round tables
Chairs (Inside)
We have 250 cushioned chairs for the ball room
34 wooden chairs ( not folding )
Chairs (outside)
We have 200 cushioned chairs for ceremony on site (black)
Other Tables
2 Square 3ft x 3ft tables
1 small black table
1 Narrow 4ft rectangle table (good for guest book and cards )
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ve Got Questions - We’ve Got Answers
What is an Event Manager ?
She is on site for weddings to coordinate with your DJ's and Caterers to make sure things run smoothly and to answer any question or concerns you may have. She will make sure the Reception is ready for the party to begin (candles lit, champagne pour ect.)
How much do we have to put down to reserve Our date?
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40% down is due to book Your date. The balance includes the refundable security deposit. The balance is due 60 days prior to your Event.
Can we hire a vendor of our choice?
We do have a list of Preferred Vendors we have worked with and know they provide excellent service. If you have a vendor not on our list you would like to use, we do allow that.
Can we set up the day before ?
Weddings have the option to book the Friday before the event for setting up /rehearsal dinner ($100 an hour)
What is the end time for events ?
The end time you choose will be on your contract.
Example- if you book the Grove room from 12pm-5pm everything must be cleaned up and everyone departed by 5pm
There is a charge for every 1/2 hour past the end time on your contract.
My event starts at 12 .Can I come at 11 to set up ?
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You can arrive a half hour before your event at no additional charge
Can we bring alcohol?
Yes alcohol is allowed on the premises.You would supply your own.
For events over 50 guests alcohol is permitted but requires you to hire a professional bartender service and security company (at least one guard).
Can we have beer in glass bottles ?
All drinks must be in cans or plastic bottles NO GLASS BOTTLES. We do allow wine and liquor in glass bottles for use in making cocktails.
Can we use confetti to decorate the tables or on the ground ?
No, we do not allow any type of confetti
or glitter
If my caterer doesn't offer dinner service help , do you offer it ?
We do have staff that can help with the dinner service, at $25.00 an hour per person. They must be booked 30 days prior to the event ( make sure to find out ahead of time so we can have staff on hand .
Who do I call for security for my event and how many ?
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Here are a few choices that we have worked with , but you can always choose another security company.
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Brandon Young 440-452-5452
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North Ridgeville off duty officer
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Lt. Adam Freas, NRPD. 440- 935-7150
Do you offer Cleanup?
Yes we offer that service for $450. -We pack all your decorations for pick up Sunday or Monday (must schedule pick up time).
We take out trash.
We sweep and mop floors.
We wipe down all surfaces.
What size are tables?
We have 60 in round tables that can seat 6 to 8 guests.
We also supply 6 ft rectangle tables for your head table and food service.
Will we get our money back if we cancel?
No all payments are forfeited, Unless The Government shuts down venues due to Covid
Are Dogs Allowed at outdoor events ?
We do allow Dogs on our property as long as you take full responsibility. If something happens or any damages that may occur, we would hold the client that rented the Pavilion and Gardens responsible. All stools must be cleaned up, any stool we have to clean up there will be a charge. We understand most people are great pet owners but I just have to make sure everyone understands.
Hours available to rent
Friday and Saturday - 9:00 am till 11:30 pm
Sundays - 1:00 pm till 10:00 pm
* Last Call is 10:30 for all events .
** There will be a $100.00 charge for every 30 minutes past the event departure times. If you should choose The 8820 Clean-Up package, you will still need to depart no later than 11:30pm on Friday/Saturday and 10:00pm on Sunday.