Rustic dessert table with cupcakes, wooden tiered stands, and autumn florals

Planning Guide

Plan with
confidence.

From booking details to event-day guidelines, this guide brings together the information couples need to plan a smooth celebration at The OT Farms.

Planning Guide

A few helpful details
before your day.

We want every celebration at The OT Farms to feel beautiful, organized, and relaxed. These guidelines help protect the venue, support your vendors, and keep the day running smoothly.

Booking & Payments

Reserving your date

Securing your celebration is straightforward. These details help you know what to expect as your wedding approaches.

  • A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your date.
  • The remaining 50% is due 30 days prior to your event date.
  • A refundable $500 damage waiver fee is also due 30 days prior to your event date.

Catering & Food

Food service at the barn

We welcome the caterer you choose — and we’re happy to point you toward vendors who already know the property well.

  • Couples may choose their own caterer.
  • The OT Farms can provide a list of caterers who have worked at the barn before.
  • If couples supply their own food, it must be prepared offsite.
  • Food and beverages must be set up, served, and consumed in the Lower Barn or outdoors only.
  • Chafing dishes and gel fuel (Sterno) are permitted.
  • Roasters and crockpots are not permitted.

Alcohol Guidelines

Serving responsibly

Alcohol is welcome at The OT Farms. A few simple guidelines help keep the evening safe and enjoyable for everyone.

  • Alcohol is permitted.
  • A licensed and insured bartender is required.
  • The bar must close 30 minutes before the end of the event.

Setup & Timing

Traditional wedding package timing

The timing rules below apply to our traditional wedding packages, including 2-Day, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday options. Elopements and Micro Weddings have their own package durations and terms.

  • Wedding setup may begin at 10:00 AM on Day 1 for weekend packages.
  • The OT Farms staff will clean up tables and chairs after your event.
  • Events have a maximum 6.5-hour window where guests are present.
  • The last song or DJ must stop no later than 6.5 hours from the ceremony start time.
  • Friday & Saturday events must conclude by 11:00 PM.
  • Sunday events must conclude by 9:30 PM.
  • Cleanup helpers have one hour after the event concludes to clear personal items.

Tables & Floor Plan

Plan your reception layout

Our team will work with you to create a custom floor plan for your event. Indoor tables and chairs are set according to your approved layout as part of your rental.

  • 27 round 5-ft tables
  • 12 rectangular 6-ft tables
  • 2 rectangular 8-ft tables
  • 6 32-in cocktail tables
  • 1 4-ft round sweetheart table

Decorating

Styling your celebration

We love seeing couples make the barn their own — these guidelines help protect the space while you bring your vision to life.

  • No open flames in the barn.
  • Battery-operated candles are permitted.
  • If aisle petals are used, they must be real, not synthetic.
  • Aisle petals must be picked up after use.
  • No glitter in the barn.
  • If a candy bar is offered, all individual candies must be wrapped.
  • No loose candies such as Skittles or M&Ms that guests need to bag themselves.

Venue Policies

A comfortable setting for everyone

A few property guidelines help keep the venue welcoming for every guest, in every season.

  • The OT Farms is a non-smoking facility.
  • Smoking, vaping, or tobacco use must be limited to designated areas.
  • The barn has heat for year-round use.

Next Steps

Still have
questions?

If you're still planning through the details, the FAQ is a great place to start. If you're ready to see the property, schedule a tour.

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