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210 guests for 12k- is this even possible?

lindsaynewbride10lindsaynewbride10 member
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Ladies- my fiance and I just found out that our original reception hall is well over budget, but luckily hadn't signed the contract yet so we're in good shape.

So here's my question, where in cincinnati can I have a reception for 12k for 210 guests, with a decent buffet, beer and wine, and a beer/wine/appetizer hour on a saturday night??
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Re: 210 guests for 12k- is this even possible?

  • mrs.dilligafmrs.dilligaf
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    edited December 2011

    You'll be fine.  Think of it this way.  Most places charge around a 20% service fee.  That's easy with your budget, 10000*.2 is 2000.  So you have 10,000 for the reception.  If that is to include DJ, cake, centerpieces, etc., you need to subtract that first obviously. 

    $10,000/210 is approximately $47/guest.  There are lots of places you could do it for that price.  Do you have a certain 'vibe' that you're looking for?  Vintage, modern, country club, anything? 

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  • lindsaynewbride10lindsaynewbride10 member
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    edited December 2011

    Country club- we're trying to stay away from the typical hotel reception space. We want something with windows, a view, not a dark, dungeony box. You're right- its do-able. Thanks!

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  • babooxbaboox
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    edited December 2011
    Fairfield Banquet and Convention Center, and you will have $$ to spare.
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  • afloggieafloggie member
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    edited December 2011
    We had ours at The Phoenix and it was gorgeous.
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  • clearheavensclearheavens member
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    Receptions has all-inclusive packages for $28-40/pp.  You just have to bring the flowers, cake, DJ, attire.  They even have nice centerpieces and chair sashes and covers for free, if that was a concern.
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  • lynchaalynchaa
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    edited December 2011
    You should absolutely try Ivy Hills Country Club. It's GORGEOUS. My main hang up with venues was I didn't want the "warehouse" feel of many places- i wanted windows! Ivy is gorgeous and prices are reasonable, and you can negotiate your own menu to get the price you need. If you need more info, email me at amy underscore lynch71@ yahoo . com
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  • lbrown713lbrown713 member
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    edited December 2011
    Most of the McHale's Catering venues should work with that budget: The Grand, The Marquis, etc. Check out kycatering. com.
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  • katymtrappkatymtrapp
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    edited December 2011
    Definately possible. Try the Inn at Oneonta, it's a little off the beaten path in Northern Kentucky but totally gorgeous!!
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  • hal1908hal1908 member
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    edited December 2011
    you should try bel-wood country club..lots of windows (which i love) and reasonably priced!
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