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Answers to Our Most Asked Questions
Have a questions about our venue or event types? Use the buttons below to navigate to the appropriate questions, and if you cannot find what you are looking for, feel free to reach out to our team directly.
General Information
Is both indoor and outdoor space included in the rental?
Yes. Every booking includes exclusive use of the indoor venue and surrounding outdoor spaces.
How many guests can La Traverna accommodate?
La Traverna can host up to 250 guests total across indoor and outdoor areas. Indoor dining is best suited for up to 100 seated guests.
Is there a weather backup plan?
Yes. Covered patios and spacious indoor areas allow your celebration to continue comfortably, rain or shine.
Is parking available onsite?
Yes. Ample onsite parking is available for guests and vendors. Events expecting more than 60 vehicles are required to arrange valet or shuttle service.
Do you have backup power?
Yes. A backup generator ensures your event continues smoothly in the event of a power outage.
Can we tour the venue before booking?
Yes. We encourage all clients to visit the venue in person. Tours can be scheduled through our booking page.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for peak season dates (May through October), as availability is limited.
Weddings
What is included in a wedding rental?
Wedding rentals include 12 hours of access (10:00 AM – 10:00 PM), exclusive use of the venue, tables and chairs for ceremony and reception, two private suites for getting ready, and a 90-minute rehearsal scheduled prior to your event.
Can we have both ceremony and reception onsite?
Yes. La Traverna is designed to host your entire wedding day in one seamless setting.
How many weddings do you host per day?
Only one wedding is hosted per day.
Is a wedding planner or coordinator required?
Yes. A dedicated wedding planner or coordinator (not part of the wedding party) is required to manage your event.
Do you provide planning services?
No. We provide an onsite venue host to support the venue and ensure everything runs smoothly. A dedicated wedding planner or coordinator (not part of the wedding party) is required to manage your event. Full planning services are contracted separately.
What is the typical wedding timeline?
Most weddings follow a natural flow: ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, and dancing. Your planner will customize the timeline to fit your event.
Is rehearsal time included?
Yes. A 90-minute rehearsal is included and scheduled in advance of your event.
What is the difference between weekday and Saturday weddings?
Saturday weddings are our most in-demand dates and are priced accordingly. Weekday weddings offer more flexibility and availability.
Intimate Weddings
What qualifies as an intimate wedding?
Intimate weddings are designed for events with 50 guests or fewer, up to 4 hours of venue access, and a simplified ceremony and celebration.
How is an intimate wedding different from a full wedding?
Intimate weddings are shorter, smaller in scale, and more streamlined, while still offering access to the same setting.
Can we have both a ceremony and a meal?
Yes. Intimate weddings can include a ceremony followed by a dinner or light celebration.
Is a coordinator required for intimate weddings?
Yes. A professional coordinator (not part of the wedding party) is required to manage your event.
Do you provide planning services?
No. We provide an onsite venue host to support the venue and ensure everything runs smoothly. A dedicated coordinator (not part of the wedding party) is required to manage your event.
Can we extend beyond 4 hours?
Events exceeding the time or guest count limits may be reclassified and priced as a full wedding.
Are intimate weddings available on weekends?
Availability may be limited. Please inquire for current options.
Private Events
What types of private events do you host?
We host birthdays, anniversaries, engagement parties, private dinners, and other social gatherings.
How many hours are included?
Private events typically include up to 6 hours of venue access.
What is included in a private event rental?
Private events include venue access, tables and chairs, and an onsite venue host to support the venue and ensure everything runs smoothly.
Is a coordinator required?
Yes. A dedicated event coordinator is required to manage your event.
Can we host a wedding as a private event?
Wedding ceremonies and receptions are priced under wedding packages.
Can we extend event time?
Yes. Extended hours are available for an additional fee.
What is the guest capacity for private events?
Up to 250 guests total, depending on layout and event style.
Corporate Events
What types of corporate events do you host?
We host meetings, offsites, retreats, trainings, and company celebrations.
What are the standard hours for corporate events?
Full-day corporate events run from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Extended hours are available for an additional fee.
What is included in a corporate event rental?
Corporate events include tables and chairs, standard AV access, and an onsite venue host to support the venue.
What AV capabilities are available?
The venue includes large integrated displays in the main room, as well as a breakout room equipped with a display for smaller sessions and presentations.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the venue.
Are corporate events available on weekends?
Corporate events are typically Monday through Friday. Weekend bookings may be available within 45 days of the event date, depending on availability.
Is a coordinator required?
Yes. A dedicated event coordinator is required to manage your event.
Can the space be configured for different meeting formats?
Yes. The venue supports presentations, breakout sessions, team-building activities, and networking layouts.
Vendors & Catering
Do we have to use your vendors?
We partner with a curated group of catering and bar vendors who are familiar with the venue and consistently deliver a high-quality experience. You are welcome to bring your own licensed and insured catering or bar team; a venue coordination fee applies for outside vendors.
Can we bring our own catering or bar service?
Yes. Outside licensed and insured vendors are allowed and must be approved in advance. A coordination fee applies.
What is the difference between catering/bar vendors and recommended vendors?
Catering and bar vendors are part of our curated list for those services. Recommended vendors are professionals we’ve enjoyed working with across other categories.
What are vendor requirements?
All vendors must be licensed, insured, and approved in advance.
When must vendors leave the property?
All vendors must complete cleanup and vacate the property by the end of your contracted event time.
Can vendors arrive early for setup?
Vendor access must be coordinated in advance and fall within your contracted rental window or approved extended time.
Logistics & Policies
What time does music need to end?
Music concludes at 9:00 PM unless extended hours are purchased.
What time does alcohol service end?
Last call is at 8:30 PM, and alcohol service must conclude by 8:45 PM. Alcohol must be served by licensed and insured bartenders.
Are there restrictions on décor?
Yes. Open flames, fireworks, glitter, and confetti are not permitted. Sparklers may be approved in advance and must follow venue guidelines.
Is amplified music allowed?
Yes, within approved sound limits and venue guidelines.
What happens if we extend our event?
Extended hours are available for an additional fee.
Extended hours policy:
- Outside music off at 10:00 PM
- Guests move indoors at 10:00 PM
- Guests depart by 11:00 PM
- Property cleared by midnight
Do you require event insurance?
Yes. Event liability insurance is required. Alcohol liability coverage is required if alcohol is served. A Certificate of Insurance is due 30 days prior to the event.
Is security or valet required?
Security may be required based on event size and scope. Events expecting more than 60 vehicles are required to arrange valet or shuttle service.
Is there a damage deposit?
Yes. A $750 refundable damage deposit is required and returned after post-event inspection.
Additional Questions?
Please reach out! We are happy to answer any additional questions you may have about our venue.
