Event Set Up

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  • The space will be clean and ready upon your arrival at 10am. Vendors are responsible for cleaning up their own messes. We will keep the bathrooms clean throughout the event, but any messes created by your guests will be your responsibility to clean up.

  • As a reminder, the venue opens at 10am. No set up will be permitted in any of the spaces until after this time.

  • Sometimes all hands on deck can mean too many cooks in the kitchen. Having a team of 4-6 people who know exactly how you want things set up is the perfect team to get the job done, if you haven't hired an Abella Day of Coordinator.

  • Make sure you have an experienced team who is familiar with your planning details and vision to make decisions for you. Having a Day Of Coordinator is essential to handle all the vendor interactions.

  • Kids are not allowed to be a part of your set up team as they need to be directly supervised.

  • Your linens are the first thing to go on the tables so make sure they arrive onsite early in the morning. All of your vendors will need these set before they can get to work!

  • Make sure your set up team and your vendors bring appropriate tools for set up! This includes a step stool, scissors, a broom, lighters, zip ties, etc.

  • If you are renting a wooden table for your dessert table, please remember that all desserts must be placed on a platter or serving tray.

  • There is no standing on any chairs or tables.

  • Any florals must be arranged and assembled prior to their arrival.

  • Please remember that flower pedals, nails, screws, tape, glitter, confetti, fireworks, rice, and open flames are forbidden.

  • We suggest clearly labeling boxes with their contents should be placed so set up can go smooth and things can be placed in the correct location.

  • In order to protect our furniture and floors, Abella staff members are the only ones allowed to move any tables and chairs. Please ask for help if you want something moved.

  • Be sure to double check which tables you need before your big day. Our set up crew leaves at 10am. Any table changes after this time may result in a fee.

  • Please see the decor rules for any additional clarifications.

  • We suggest also reviewing packing tips to make sure your set up runs smoothly.