Hacienda Courtyard and Patio: 240 Seated; 300 Reception Arcade: Up to 500 Seated; 700 Moving Reception
Stable and Corral: 135 Seated; 200 Moving Reception
Event: 5-Hour Event
Set-up: 2 hours before your event start time
Break Down: 1 hour
Yes. You will need to make an appointment for a showing with our Venue Coordinator as our offices are not located on the Ranch.
The Ranch staff will do all the setup and cleanup for your event with the exception of your floral. Your florist will be responsible for setting out all floral. Our Venue Coordinator will be responsible for setting out wedding signs, place cards, toasting flutes, etc.
No. Catering is included in your All-Inclusive package at the Ranch. All food, including desserts, must be booked through the Ranch. Additionally, custom menus are available. Special meal requests such as Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian and Child meals can be accommodated.
All Vendors are required to be selected from our Approved List, please Contract Venue Manager for current list.
Yes, you can bring in your own beer, wine, and soda. The only requirement is that our staff must serve all alcoholic beverages. We also offer full hosted bar packages. The majority of our clients book our hosted bar packages because it is less expensive than purchasing product themselves and saves the hassle of making arrangements to get the product to and from the Ranch. There are NO corkage fees.
Note: Please note that shots and neat drinks are NOT permitted.
To secure your date, a 30% payment is due upon signing the contract.
An additional payment is due 90 days after your contract is signed and the final payment is due the Monday before your event.
Payments are NON-refundable.
Yes, our Venue Coordinator will prepare the layout for your wedding.
Your final count is due about 10 days before your event.
Yes. Your tasting will be approximately 60-90 days out from your event. At the same time, you and the Venue Coordinator will prepare the final details for your event.
Yes. Leo Carrillo Ranch is open to the public daily 9am to 5pm. You are more than welcome to visit the Ranch when it is open. However, because our offices are not located at the Ranch you will need to contact the Venue Coordinator to schedule an official site visit.
Acoustic Music such as a guitarist, violinist, Mariachi bands and harpist are permitted only for the ceremony and cocktail hour. Music must conclude by 9:30pm at the Hacienda and 8:30pm at the Stable on Friday and Saturday and 7:30pm Sunday through Thursday. NO live bands are permitted.
Yes, children of all ages are welcome. Children must remain under adult supervision at all times.
With the exception of certified service animals, NO animals are allowed at the Ranch.
Yes, as part of the venue rental we will order a $1 million dollar day of insurance policy in the name of the couple. The policy protects you the client, your guests and the property, from any damage that could occur during or your event. A $200 non-refundable fee will be collected to cover this policy.
Note: This policy does not cover event cancellation or your vendors
Vendor insurance is also required.
Candles are allowed as long as they meet CA fire regulations. When the candle is lit the flame must be 1″ below the glass rim of the candleholder.
No. There is no storage on site to keep client items. Clients may leave a vehicle with their items on rehearsal day, and the Venue Coordinator will unpack and repack all items on the day of. The Coordinator can also relocate the vehicle to the parking lot so you can pick up the following day.
Note: The Ranch is closed on Mondays.
We strongly recommend that the 2 hours prior to your event start time be used for getting dressed and enjoying your friends and family, as well as taking pre-ceremony pictures.
Yes! For your convenience, we will be happy to provide you with a list of local hotels. See brochure for more information on this partnership.
Yes! For your convenience, we will be happy to provide you with a list of local restaurants. See brochure for more information on this partnership.
Yes. Additional fees include: