How much is the deposit?
The deposit to reserve a wedding is $2,500.00.
Is the deposit refundable?
The deposit, less a $500.00 administrative fee is refundable provided that Christina's
is able to re-book the space reserved, on the same date, time and room with a similar
function having the equivalent expense in food and at least the same number of guests.
Do your packages include the meal?
The cost of the meal is in addition to the cost of the package.
Can I offer more than one entrée selection?
The cost to offer a "split menu" is $2.00 per guest. Final guarantee counts for each
entrée must be supplied ten days in advance of the reception.
Are there any additional costs besides the menu or package price?
All food, beverage and packages are subject to a customary 20% administrative fee and
5% State Tax.
What are your food and beverage minimums?
The minimum food cost to reserve Grand Ballroom 1, Grand Ballroom 11 and the Regency
Room is $4,000.00 per room. Impressions Rooms 1 and 11 require a minimum food cost of
$1500.00 per room.
Do you do more than one wedding at a time?
Christina's is a large facility with over 18,000 square feet of function space.
Although we have the capacity to host numerous events simultaneously, we choose to
limit our weddings to two. Great care is given to ensure that groups are not arriving
and departing at the same time for ease of service and flow.
Can I have exclusive use of Christina's?
Christina's offers a special Friday and Sunday exclusive package during the months
of July and August.
This package entitles you to the exclusive use of Christina's Garden Veranda and
Foyer for your cocktail reception, choice of Ballroom, Bridal suite and time frame.
10% Friday and Sunday discounts also apply.
Can I bring in my own caterer?
Due to insurance and liability considerations, all food and beverage must be supplied
by Christina's, with no exceptions
Do you do Kosher Catering?
Christina's can provide parve, vegetarian and dairy style menus. Kosher menus require
outside catering.
Do you have a minimum number of guests for a wedding?
Saturday evening weddings require a minimum of 125 guests. Smaller groups can be
accommodated Saturdays in January and February. For Friday and Sunday weddings, we
require a minimum of 50.
How long is the rental of the hall?
Pricing is based on a five-hour reception. Overtime is available at the rate of $300.00
per hour.
What is your wedding schedule? Are there set times for weddings?
Christina's does not have a set schedule. We will work with you to schedule a time that
works with your ceremony time frame as well as other events that may be held on site. It
is best to book Christina's as early as possible to secure the best time for your event.
Do you have a Bridal Suite?
Christina's has a large Bridal Suite with private powder room. Should the Bridal Suite
be booked, our elegant Executive II Room can be reserved. The use of Christina's Bridal
Rooms is included in our package plans and subject to availability.
What is your payment policy?
Package and non-package deposits are required at the time of booking and can be made
in the form of cash, check or credit card. Final payment is due 72 hours in advance of
your reception. Final payment must be in the form of cash or certified bank check.
Do you offer discounts during certain times of the year, or for Friday or
Sunday weddings?
10% Saturday discounts are available January, February and March. Friday and Sunday
discounts are available throughout the year, subject to availability.
Can I bring my own cake? Is there a cake-cutting fee?
Yes, however a licensed and insured vendor must supply the cake. Christina's does not
charge a cake-cutting fee.
Can I use candles?
Candles are allowed provided they are in an enclosed container.
What color linens and napkins do you offer?
Wedding packages include your choice of white or ivory floor length linens with choice
of color napkins.
A wide array of specialty linens and chaircovers are available for an additional charge.
Selections include solid colors, imperial stripe, satin, organza and damask. Our sales
office will be happy to assist you with selection.
Who will run the event?
Christina's on-site staff will include your personal event coordinator, banquet manager
and room captain. In addition, the general manager or director of catering sales will be on
site to ensure your wedding runs smoothly and flawlessly.
How many servers will be scheduled?
Christina's provides one server per 25 guests, plus bus personnel.
Is there ample parking?
Christina's has ample free parking for your guests.
Do you offer Children's meals?
Special children's meals are available at a reduced cost. Chicken tenders with French
fries is the most popular choice at $15.95 per child.
What is the price of vendor meals?
Christina's supplies a meal for our package vendors at no additional charge. Non-package
vendor meals are available at $21.95 per vendor. Vendors are served the same meal that is
provided to your guests.
Do you have on-site ceremonies? Indoors or outdoors? How much do you charge?
Christina's has a beautiful outside garden veranda for on-site ceremonies. The veranda
seats up to 125 guests comfortably. Inside function room space is available, during the
cooler months and for larger groups.
The ceremony fee is $500.00 and includes setup and breakdown of chairs, a rehearsal and
one hour of overtime on site.
Do you host rehearsal dinners?
Informal rehearsal dinners for up to 40 guests can be hosted at our restaurant,
Stoneforge Foxboro.
More formal and larger affairs can be hosted at Christina's. A wide variety of
menu options is available.
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