Frequently Asked Questions

We have one large ball room that accommodate upto 350 guests in banquet style seating and another smaller ballroom with less capacity.

The maximum capacity of the larger ballroom is 350 guests seated reception sytle and upto 450 seated theater style. The smaller ballroom can seat upto 80 guests reception style and more than 120 guests in theater style. We have outdoor space also and we can work on large community events as per the requirements/availability and permits

Yes, you can have both a wedding reception and ceremony with the following options:

• Option 1) Traditional Ceremony If you prefer a traditional type of ceremony, where rows of chairs are aligned theater style, you must have the ballroom ‘flipped’ after the ceremony is complete. Flipping the room can take anywhere between 30-60 minutes to complete the transition from a ceremony set up to a reception set up depending on the number of guests and reception tables. The process to flip the ceremony to reception style requires an additional $350 for this service. The wedding party can take advantage of this time to take photographs on the stage while the ballroom is being flipped However, all other guests will be required to vacate the ballroom over to the prefunction area for cocktail hour.
• Option 2) Reception Style Ceremony The ceremony is set up similar to that of a traditional ceremony except that the guests will be seated at the tables with reception style setup rather than theater style rows. Reception style is ideal for those who would like a ceremony without a break in between for a flip.

There is no additional fee for the ceremony. However, if you need extended time for rehearsal dinner or want to have a rehearsel dinner the day before the event (subject to availability), there will be additional costs. We can schedule a rehearsal of the ceremony during the week leading to the ceremony between 10AM to 5PM. The rehearsels should be scheduled in advance and incase a revenue generating event is scheduled, you should reschedule the rehearsal.

All clients and caterers will have 3-4 hours before the event start time to set up. If the ballroom is not used immediately before your event, you may be able to come 1 days in advance to set up. This is strictly on a case-by-case basis and it is not guaranteed. Please consult with the ballroom representative to discuss these options.

Yes. You can bring your own caterer, but that should be approved by Jade. If approved, all caterers must provide proof a catering business license and general liability insurance in order to cater the event. All outside caterers must abide by Jade Banquets regulations and meet the necessary guidelines in order to cater the event.

Jade Banquets does not sell or supply alcoholic beverages. If you would like to serve alcoholic beverages at your event, you must cater in alcohol through a caterer with an alcohol license. Jade Banquets must obtain a copy of the alcohol license, general liability insurance and special events permit at least 30 days prior to the event. A licensed bartender must serve the alcohol at the event. A licensed bartender must be hired through the beverage caterer for the event under the beverage caterer. Please note, the licensed beverage caterer is only required for events serving alcohol. If you are only providing non-alcoholic beverages, you may provide your own. Jade Banquets has preferred caterers for both catering and alcoholic beverages. To bypass the process of newly obtaining required licenses and permits please inquire for vendors who are already licensed within the City of Duluth.

If the caterer is not operating within the city of Duluth, the caterer must go through the Duluth Alcohol Excise Division to file the necessary paperwork for an annual catering license and attend an alcohol handling awareness class. Note that to file for an annual catering license, the cost ranges from $100-$200. However, if your caterer already has a catering license through their jurisdiction (other than City of Duluth), then they can file for an ‘off-premises permit catering license’ for $50 per event. Note that most jurisdictions don’t issue catering licenses, so more than not, the caterer will have to file for an annual catering license, which comes with paperwork and class attendance. Paperwork necessary will be, but not limited to: anlcohol license, catering license by licensing jurisdiction and a permit fee. See Section 3-259 of the Duluth, Georgia Code of Ordinances Chapter 3 – Alcoholic Beverage Consumption, Licensing and Regulations.

Bartenders must also be covered under general liability insurance as the caterers are required. Licensed bartenders must be hired through your Alcohol Beverage Licensed Caterer or you may hire one through a City of Duluth licensed caterer. All insurances and licenses should be submitted to Jade Banquets before the event.

Alcohol can only be sold during a fundraiser event organized by a non-profit organization. Alcohol must be brought in through a licensed wholesaler or donated. See Section 3-253 of the Duluth, Georgia Code of Ordinances Chapter 3 – Alcoholic Beverage Consumption, Licensing and Regulations.