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Q: Does Texas Old Town have a ceremony site?
A: Yes, each hall has a ceremony site designated strictly for use of the user of that hall. Please visit our 'Facilities' page to view available ceremony sites. Chairs can also be provided upon request.
Q: Does the indoor facility have air conditioning and heating?
A: Definitely-Air conditioning is a must in Texas!
Q: How long do we get to use the facilities?
A: 8 AM to 12 AM
Q: Does Texas Old Town have dressing rooms?
A: Yes, Texas Old Town provides a ladies and gentlemen’s dressing rooms for each reception hall. Please visit our 'Facilities' web page to view the dressing rooms.
Q: Does Texas Old Town have overnight accommodations?
A: No, but hotels are just down the road in San Marcos, Kyle and Buda.
Q: In case of inclement weather, can the ceremony be moved inside the reception hall?
A: Certainly! Always come prepared for this-you can never predict Texas weather.
Q: Are pets allowed?
A: Only if medical reasons dictate otherwise, no pets are allowed.
Q: How far in advance should we reserve a date for our event?
A: Halls are booked according to availability, so if a hall is open, any party can reserve it. However, keep in mind that many events are booked well in advance.
Q: Where do our guests park?
A: All vehicles must park in the designated parking lots with exception of the bride & groom and handicapped guests.
Q: What is provided at the ceremony site?
A: Chairs, CD Player, Wireless Microphone, and an amplifier are available upon request.
Q: Do you provide tables, chairs, and linens for the reception hall?
A: Tables and chairs only.
Q: Since there are three halls on the property, is there a problem with parties intermingling or disturbing one another?
A: In the years that we have had multiple events occurring simultaneously, an issue has never arisen with parties disturbing one another. Each facility is completely independent of the other.
Q: Can we decorate how we choose?
A: Yes, however some limitations exist-paper confetti, unprotected candles, silk flower petals outdoors, hay and sand indoors, and nails in the wall are not permitted.
Q: What can be tossed in the air for the bride & groom's departure?
A: Rice, birdseed, organic flower petals, bubbles, sparklers, etc.
Q: Are fireworks allowed?
A: Yes. Please be courteous to our neighbors and schedule the fire works prior to 10 PM.
Q: Can we come to decorate the day before the event?
A: Yes, as long as the facility is not reserved for that day. Please verify availability five (5) days prior to your event.
Q: May we take engagement or bridal pictures at Texas Old Town prior to our event?
A: Yes. Please coordinate your photo shoot with Texas Old Town.
Q: Can alcohol be served at Texas Old Town?
A: Yes, please contact 'Texas Ritas' to obtain a TABC licensed and insured bartender. 'BYOB' is permitted as long as all alcohol is immediately placed at the bar and subsequently served by the bartender. Alcohol that is not served by a bartender is not permitted on Texas Old Town property.
Q: Must the bride use Texas Old Town's recommended vendors?
A: No with one exception--the bartender. All other vendors are just recommendations of trusted wedding professionals.
Q: May other DJ's & bands use Texas Old Town's sound equipment?
A: Only the DJ on our vendor list is permitted to use Texas Old Town sound equipment.
Q: What is the payment schedule for reserving a date at Texas Old Town?
A: A non-refundable 25% deposit of the contract amount is required to hold a reservation for the specified date of the contracted event. An additional non-refundable 25% of the total amount is due 5 months before the event, bringing the total paid amount to 50% of the balance due. An additional non-refundable 25% of the total is due 3 months before the event, bringing the paid amount to 75% of the total fee. The remaining balance is due one month before the event.
Q: Is gratuity expected?
A: No, but you are more than welcome!
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