Frequently Asked Questions

List of FAQ

• What is included in the per person price?
• Do you have a minimum guest count?
• Do you offer discounted prices for children?
• How late can my reception go?
• Can I have a live band?
• Can I bring in my own alcohol?
• Can I have a cash bar?
• Do you offer seasonal discounts?
• Is there a cake cutting fee?
• Can I provide my own caterer?
• Is there a fee for the ceremony?
• Do you have a place for the bride and groom to get ready?
• What is not included?
• What if I only want a reception?
• Do I need to provide a wedding coordinator?

What is included in the per person price?
The facility itself for 5 hours whether you have a ceremony, a reception or both. Tables, chairs, color linen and napkins, china, flatware, glassware, all staff support through the entire evening including set-up and breakdown of ceremony and reception areas. It also includes a buffet or plated meal with hors d'oeuvres selection, gourmet platter service, bread and butter service, soft drinks, coffee and hot tea plus tax and gratuity is all included in each price per person.

Do you have a minimum guest count?
No. there is not a required minimum guest count, although we do have a $5,000 minimum for Fridays and Sundays and a $10,000 minimum for Saturdays. Our Event Coordinator will help you reach your minimums buy customizing your order.

Do you offer discounted prices for children?
Yes. Children 5 and under are free, children 6-12 are discounted for a plated meal and are half off a buffet meal.

How late can my reception go?
All events at Tukwet Canyon must end by 12:00 pm with no exception.

Can I have a live band?
If you host your reception in our Banquet Room, then yes, live music is allowed. You may use non-amplified live music such as a string quartet, harpist, violinist, pianist or singer for your ceremony. Due to residential sound ordinances Tukwet Canyon may allow outside music, but please inquire within before making that decision.

Can I bring in my own alcohol?
Tukwet Canyon does not allow any outside beverage service. We have a fully stocked bar that includes bartends, and do not require a fee or minimum to have. If you wish to bring in your own bottles of wine or Champagne, we will require a corking fee along with proper pouring service by our staff. Please enquire with in for further detail.

Can I have a cash bar?
Yes. We also offer many hosted beverage packages as well.

Do you offer seasonal discounts?
No. Unfortunately we only offer a 10% discount to Active Military Personnel.

Is there a cake cutting fee?
No. We will cut, plate and serve your cake at NO additional cost!

Can I provide my own caterer?
No. Tukwet Canyon's in-house chef provides all food for Tukwet  weddings and events. The only outside food allowed is your wedding cake, which must come from a licensed bakery in a health approved kitchen.

Is there a fee for the ceremony?
No. It's included in your package price, unless you are just having a ceremony then the price for 1 hour is $1,000.

Do you have a place for the bride and groom to get ready?
Yes. We provide BOTH a bridal suite and groomsman room for you to get ready for the big day! We provide couches and chairs for comfort, water service, mirrors, and locker keys for you and your bridal party.

What is not included?
You are responsible for providing your own florist, photographer, videographer, wedding coordinator (if desired), DJ, officiant and wedding cake.

What if I only want a reception?
If you would like to use Tukwet Canyon for your reception only the package price remains the same, and you will still have our grounds for the same amount of time which is 5 hours.

Do I need to provide a wedding coordinator?
No. Our wedding professionals will see to it that all your wedding needs and onsite planning is done just the way you want it! But a Wedding Coordinator can relieve a lot of stress for you, so the idea is still a good one.