You've got questions, We've got answers.

  • What dates are available in the month I'm considering?
    • Check out our available dates for 2024 & 2025
 
  • How many people can this location accommodate?
    • We can comfortably host up to 200 guests including the wedding party.
 
  • What is the rental fee and what's included in that price?
    • Great question; check out our investment page to help answer these questions.
 
  • How many hours does the rental fee include?
    • One Day Rental:The property is all yours from 8am on arrival date until midnight, and will be available from 8am - 1pm on the following day (for gift opening, breakfast, or cleanup)
    • Multiple Day Rental: The property is all yours from 8am on arrival date until midnight, and will be available from 8am - midnight on any subseqent days.
 
  • How much is the deposit, when is it due, and is it refundable?
    • To hold your date, we require a $1,000 deposit, and a signed contract. Because we only host one event at a time, this amount is non-refundable. However, we will allow a change in date if unforseen circumstances arise. 
 
 
 
  • What's the payment plan for the entire bill? 
    • Midway between contract signing and the event date 50% of the remaining fee will be due. The final installment will be required 60 days prior to the event.
      • You are welcome to send smaller, partial payments of any amount prior to the specified due dates, in effect creating your own payment plan. Full payment is due by the specified due dates. We also reserve the right to request a credit card on file for any incidental purchases and/or damages to the facility or grounds.
 
  • Can I have my ceremony here, too? Is there an additional cost?
    • Generations would love to host both your ceremony and your reception, there is no additional cost for this service.
 
  • Are there changing areas for the bride, groom, and/or wedding party?
    • Generations Weddings and Events has an on site home available for rent with groomsmen quarters and a bridal party area featuring individual salon stations to make sure you look amazing. These areas are decorated with your wedding photographer in mind to capture the moments leading up to "I do"
 
  • Can we have our rehearsal dinner here? What about a morning-after mimosa brunch?
    • Generations Weddings and Events is all about "your wedding" if you'd like to host rehearsal dinner, a morning after brunch, or a polka dance competition, we've got you covered.
 
  • How much time is allocated for the rehearsal?
    • We don't want you to feel rushed or worried about time constraints. Whether you want a 1 hour rehearsal, or a day full of yard games, barbecuing, and memories, our rental times for both home and venue are "per day" allowing you the flexibilty to choose what your schedule will look like.
 
 
 
  • What's your weather contingency (backup) plan for outdoor spaces?
    • We pray this doesn't happen on your day, but in the event of incliment weather on your wedding day, we do have the reception hall available for indoor ceremonies as well. We are creative and resourceful and we will get through it together.
 
  • Do you have liability insurance?
    • Yes. we are insured above and beyond what our attorneys have suggested. Additionally, We do require a $1,000,000 event insurance policy with Generations Weddings and Events listed as the additional insured to be returned with your contract.
 
  • Do you have an in-house caterer or a list of "preferred" caterers, or do I need to provide my own? Even if there is an in-house caterer, do I have the option of using an outside caterer instead?
    • It's your wedding, have it your way. Generations Wedding and Events allows ANY licenced and properly insured caterer to operate in our venue.
 
  • If I hire my own caterer, is there a preperation area available for them?
    • Yes, we do have a preperation area available for your caterer to utilize. While different caterers have different needs, we do not provide a cooking area at this time. However we do have refrigreration, stainless steel prep and plating counters, sink and cleanup area, as well as a ramp for catering carts to be utilized.
 
  • Are tables, linens, chairs, plates, silverware, and glassware provided, or will I have to rent them myself or get them through my caterer?
    • Generations Weddings and Events has 60" round tables as well as 6' & 8' long tables. Decorative indoor Chiavari chairs and outdoor folding white resin chairs for you to utilize. Any glasses, silverware, napkins, plates etc, will need to be self provided, or by your decorator and/or catering company.
 
 
 
  • Is there a cake-cutting fee?
    • We do not offer a cake cutting service at this time. We recommend your caterer, a friend, or family member help you in this area. We will allow use of our food preperation area if needed.
 
  • Can we bring our own wine, beer or champagne? What about hard liquor?
    • South Dakota law requires all alcoholic beverages consumed on our property to be sold using our licenses. We would be happy to stock our bar according to you and your guests preferences so long as we have a requested list 30 days in advance of your event.
  • Are you licensed to provide alcohol service?
    • Yes, Generations Weddings and Events carries a beer and wine sale license. We do not offer any liquor or hard alcohol. 
 
  • How is alcohol priced, and is there a bar minimum?
    • Beer will be made available through can or keg. Wine will be also be available by individual glasses. Prices will vary based on product stocked for your event and will be dicsussed prior to the event.
 
  • Are there additional charges for bar staff?
    • No. We will include two bartenders per event.
 
 
 
  • Are we allowed to bring in our own decorations?
    • Yes! We provide the canvas, you provide the Pinterest wedding. We have the most sought after venue among wedding decorators because of our construction alone. Although we do not allow nails, screws, hooks, or anything leaving a residue or hole behind; We have constructed our venue to overcome this decorating nightmare with floor to ceiling outlets, rails, spindles and lots of places to hang decor.
 
  • Can we use candles/confetti/sparklers/fireworks/animals/lawn games/bounce houses/food trucks/insert your own fun-but- potentially-dangerous liability here?
    • Anything that may create a mess or an insurance liability will need to be discussed and approved by Generations Weddings and Events prior to your event. 
 
  • Do you have signage or other aids to direct guests to my event?
    • Yes, although you can find us relatively easy with GoogleMaps, we do have signage to assist with locating our venue.
 
  • Do you provide heaters for the outdoor spaces?
    • The area surrounding the reception hall has outdoor patio style heaters available for use on those chilly nights.
 
  • Can I hire my own vendors or is there a preferred vendor list we need to stick to?
    • Your wedding, your vendors. We will allow any vendor to operate within our facility so long as they are licensed and insured to our requirements.
 
 
 
  • Do you offer on-site coordination? What services are included?
    • We do not offer any coordination services. However, we are always on location to assist you with anything you may need during and before your event.
 
  • Can the venue accommodate a DJ or live band?
    • We love good music, so we would love to hear what you're bringing! Whether a DJ or a live band, Generations Weddings and Events can accomidate your entertainment needs.
 
  • What time can my vendors start setting up on the day of the wedding?
    • Vendors have the same access hours as our couples. 8am on your arrival date is when vendors have access to the property.
 
  • Is there a separate space for cocktail hour?
    • The reception hall is surrounded by oudoor patio and covered patio with easy access to the bar for a great place to hang out between wedding ceremony and reception.
 
  • Do you have a sound system and/or microphones for speeches?
    • We would recommend the usage of your DJ's sound system for toasts and speeches. 
 
 
 
  • Where are the outlets located in your venue?
    • You don't want the head table to block the only outlet in the room, right? Neither do we, which is why Generations Weddings and Events has outlets everywhere (our electrician's words, not ours) From the floor to the ceiling, and everything in between, if you need power for your vendors, we've got it wherever you decide they'll set up. 
 
  • Are there any noise restrictions?
    • All DJ's and bands must stop playing at 11pm in accordinance with local "quiet time" hours.
 
  • Is there parking on site and if so, is it complimentary? If not, where will my guests park?
    • On site parking is available on our parking lot adjacent to the venue.
 
  • Are cabs/rideshares (like Uber, Lyft, etc.) easily accessible from the venue?
    • We are conveniently locate right off exit 52 in Rapid City, making our venue easy to find for any cab/rideshare needs you or your guests may have.
 
  • How many restrooms are there?
    • Our reception hall has indoor restrooms available for ladies and gentlemen. 
 
  • What overnight accommodations do you provide? 
    • Generations Weddings and Events has an on site home available for rental to accomidate your wedding party and/or guests.
 
  • Is the site handicap accessible?
    • Yes, Generations is proud to be ADA compliant.