Community› Local Wedding Boards› New York-Upstate
New York-Upstate
New Discussion

Turning Stone Casino receptions

firegirl76firegirl76 member
First Comment
in New York-Upstate
Hi! I was wondering if anyone has or is having their reception at Turning Stone. We are thinking of using this venue but are afraid things like flowers and cake from them is going to be really expensive. Let me know your reviews. Thanks!!
Report Reply to Post

Re: Turning Stone Casino receptions

  • Emily2meEmily2me
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    I am having my reception at Turning Stone in 3 weeks. The only thing that you have to get from them is the food. We got our flowers, cake, dj, etc from outside vendors. They encourage you to use their people, but it's not required. The food/alcohol is pretty expensive but worth it!!
    Lilypie First Birthday tickers image
    Report Reply
  • missmary11missmary11 member
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    I am getting married at Turning Stone in five weeks...  I am using their cake but my own florist...  They are wonderfu there!  I have all of their info if you would like me to email it to you.  Shoot me an email at marycmcdonald11 at me dotcom
    Report Reply
  • jettie80jettie80
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    I just booked the Shenendoah Clubhouse at Turning Stone for our wedding next summer.  The place is gorgeous and I am so excited to get this planning started!! I would love to know if anyone has input on vendors!!! Alan gave me a list, but he didn't include any other cake vendors.  Also did you get the chair covers?  I was thinking about finding a place to rent chivari chairs close to the price of the chair covers ($5 each).  We are planning to get married outside there.  It should be great.  Any feedback is appreciated!
    Report Reply
  • leah2bleah2b member
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    Hi Jettie - Congratulations! I am at the Shenendoah next summer as well!  Aside from reserving TS, I haven't done much to date.  Next on the list is a DJ and a photographer.  I am planning from out of state which complicates things a little. We are also getting married outside I beleive (are you doing the lawn at the Lodge or the golf course area?)  Did Alan give you a price quote for each?  I forgot to get this information.  Are you having music at the ceremony?  If so, what are your plans for this?     
    Report Reply
  • jettie80jettie80
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    Hi Leah! Congrats! I haven't done anything besides book TS too! I have been researching various vendors and asking friends.  I actually have a friend who is a photographer, so I am going to meet with her in a week or so and she is going to tell me which vendors are good and which to stay away from! I will fill you in! We are going to get married on the course.  Alan was just throwing out prices so i can't remember exactly what he said.  I will let you know if I find out.I have heard only great things from friends who have attended receptions there! It is a great place!
    Report Reply
  • jettie80jettie80
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    Oh and I forgot to write that I am planning on having a string quartet or something of that nature for the ceremony and then a DJ for the reception.  I have heard good things about Black Tie DJ and they are affordable.  Like I said I will let you know what my photographer friend Megan Thomas says about the DJs, etc! :)
    Report Reply
  • leah2bleah2b member
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    Ahh, I keep trying to post a lengthy reply and my computer keeps messing with me!Long story short, I'd love it if you could send me your recs.  I was going to make appointments with Black tie and Kevin Colangelo.  Does your friend regularly book weddings as a photog?  I'll have to check out her website! My sister went to a wedding at the clubhouse last summer and she absolutely lvoed it.  Said everything was beautiful adn teh food was great.  Everytime I've eaten there, it has been great.Oh, did you hear that TS will be serving alcohol now at their restaurants, bars and lounges?  I have mixed thoughts on this.  I liked to go out to eat there and brng my own nice bottle of wine without the markup :)
    Report Reply
  • leah2bleah2b member
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    Emily - Have a wonderful wedding!!!
    Report Reply
  • jettie80jettie80
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    My friend does regularly book weddings. Search her, she has a website (Meghan Thomas Photography). :)  I will get you her suggestions as soon as I meet with her.  I have known her for years and I would trust her 100% with input. She is so sweet, she told me she was even going to recommend other photographers in case i didn't want to go with her!
    Report Reply
  • jettie80jettie80
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    And I heard they were going to charge you a one time $25 to be able to buy alcohol. I believe they said you can still bring alcohol, but with a corkage fee. Not too thrilled.
    Report Reply
  • leah2bleah2b member
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    Jettie - I just checked out Meghan's website and all I can say is "wow".  Beautiful work.  Love her website!  I would love to meet with her at some point.  I live in NJ now so its just a little more difficult to get everthing done.  I really need to get motivated.  I am next July - getting married on a Sunday at Shenedoah.  
    Report Reply
  • jettie80jettie80
    First Comment
    edited December 2011
    Meghan is great! I am meeting with her Wed so I will let you know what she says!
    Report Reply
  • deepapersauddeepapersaud member
    First Comment
    Do You guys know how much Turning stone costs? 
    Report Reply
  • erose3687erose3687 member
    First Anniversary First Comment
    I'm getting married at Turning Stone in October 2014. They have a lot of pricing and package information on their website. So far I've been very impressed with their service and how inclusive their venue is. Happy planning!
    Report Reply
  • Shootingstarz04Shootingstarz04 member
    First Comment
    I'm getting married at Turning Stone in July 2015 & I agree! It's one stop shopping & I have to say, most of the prices aren't inflated much at all. You will pay a pretty penny for the food/drink/venue, but, I think it's worth it, because you are getting excellent service!
    Report Reply
This discussion has been closed.
Choose Another Board
Search Boards