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Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town
1767 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA- Spaces for 250-390 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
Greetings and best wishes for your forthcoming wedding! Please accept our sincere congratulations on your decision to consider the Hilton Alexandria Old Town for this very memorable event. The Hilton Alexandria Old Town is the ideal venue for hosting your unique event or celebration. In order to accommodate your out-of-town guests, the Hilton Alexandria Old Town will be glad to provide special guest room prices. Our location offers a variety of wonderful amenities that your family and friends may take advantage of, including: In only 37 steps from the hotel, you can get to the King Street Metro station, which will take you to Reagan National Airport (DCA) in two stops and downtown Washington DC in six stops. By taking the Metro, you can quickly get across the whole DC metropolitan region! Intimacy and charm characterize Historic Old Town Alexandria, and guests can take advantage of this. Simply walk down to the shore or take a short ride on the complimentary King Street Trolley to discover a range of restaurants, pubs and shopping opportunities in the area. Take a tour of Mt. Vernon or a river trip along the lovely Old Town shoreline to get a feel for the area. Allow us to provide the perfect setting for a magnificent event for up to 200 guests in our elegant 3,800 square foot ballroom! You can exchange your vows in our magnificent Outdoor Courtyard. In our elegant Grand Ballroom Foyer, you can mingle with your guests during cocktail hour. The following wedding packages are available for your consideration. We look forward to collaborating with you to plan the perfect day for you and your future spouse! Congratulations, and once again, thank you for taking the time to consider the Hilton Alexandria Old Town Hotel!

Boxerwood Nature Center & Woodland Garden
963 Ross Rd, Lexington, VA 24450, USA- Spaces for 30-200 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Garden
- 1 Park
Boxerwood Nature Center and Woodland Garden sits on 20 hilly acres in rural Rockbridge County, Virginia, between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains near Lexington. The property traces back to a woodland garden planted by Dr. Robert E. Munger in the 1950s on former farmland; the nonprofit Boxerwood Education Association purchased the land in 1999 and opened it to the public, later earning Virginia's Environmental Education Center of Excellence designation in 2015. The grounds encompass five distinct habitats connected by pathways and trails, including woodlands, springs and ponds, open forests, and native plant areas. Visitor-friendly sections include the PlayTrail, an open Field used for summer concerts, the Lodge with its back patio, and the Pollinator Garden. The original Munger home now serves as the association's offices, alongside outbuildings and shelters scattered across the property. For gatherings, the Pavilion accommodates up to 30 guests and is available by advance reservation, with one complimentary annual rental included for Boxerwood Garden members. The grounds are open daily from dawn to dusk and welcome leashed pets.

Mountain Lake Lodge
115 Hotel Cir, Pembroke, VA 24136, USA- Spaces for 40-500 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 3 Outdoor Spaces
- 8 Total Spaces
Mountain Lake Lodge sits within a 2,600-acre nature preserve in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Pembroke, Virginia, home to Mountain Lake — a rare natural lake known for underground waterways that periodically drain and refill it. The property gained wider recognition as a filming location for "Dirty Dancing," including the film's well-known lift scene, and carries that legacy into a Southern-hospitality ethos it describes as inviting guests to "come as friends, leave as family." Lodging ranges from the Main Stone Lodge and the pet-friendly Chestnut Lodge to individual cabins and homes scattered across the property, giving wedding and event guests a range of accommodations for a multi-day stay. For events, the lodge offers indoor spaces such as the stone-walled Grand Ballroom and the timber-beamed Mary's Barn, along with outdoor options including the Gazebo, Gazebo Lawn, and the mountaintop Overlook at Historic Clubhouse. Beyond the event spaces, the grounds offer 22 miles of trails and outdoor activities such as hiking, sledding, and ice skating, giving couples and planners a built-in setting for weekend-long celebrations.

Rose Hill Manor
42140 Raspberry Plain Ln, Leesburg, VA 20176, USA- Spaces for 90-200 Guests
- 2 Ballrooms
- 1 Event Space
- 3 Total Spaces
Experience the magnificence of a Jeffersonian manor that is nestled in a picturesque setting near Washington, DC.. Weddings, upscale meetings, and special events benefit from the impressive Jeffersonian architecture, elegantly appointed ballrooms, and crystal chandeliers that adorn the venue. The light-filled ballrooms, stately French doors, and distinguished carved fireplaces in this romantic estate make it the ideal setting for your wedding celebrations. Ceremonies can be held both indoors and outdoors at our facilities. The private 22-acre estate boasts scenic views, spacious ballrooms, convenient on-site parking, and a distinctive facade that will infuse your event with a classic sense of scale and power. Over the years, Rose Hill Manor, which is located in the rolling hills of Northern Virginia's wine country, has hosted a variety of events and gatherings such as wedding receptions, corporate retreats, fundraisers, and more. Traditional wedding receptions in a rustic barn Hopkins Grove Historic Barn, built in 1916 on the grounds of the picturesque Raspberry Plain Estate (circa 1731) in Leesburg, Virginia, is a National Historic Landmark. Hopkins Grove is a beautiful setting for any Special Event, whether it's an intimate formal dinner or a festive wedding day brunch with friends and family. Featuring large bay windows that look out onto the 30' x 60' Patio, the ground floor space has been restored to its original wood paneled walls. The romantic chandeliers and festive string lights adorn the second-floor traditional barn space, which is filled with natural light. The original barn doors have been transformed into a magnificent double-height glass window that provides expansive views of the rolling countryside beyond.

The Osprey's at Belmont Bay
401 Belmont Bay Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22191, USA- Spaces for 146 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
The following items are included in the rental of The Osprey's for special events: The entire venue, with the exception of the bridal suite and groom's quarters, is available for your use. Up to 146 grey cross-back chiavari chairs can be accommodated. 6 cocktail tables with high tops and 3 cocktail tables with low tops Rectangular tables ranging in size from 6ft to 8ft (no linens provided) Day-of-Director is responsible for overseeing the event, including set up, timeline, and clean-up procedures. Use of our greenery backdrop, white wooden pallet wall, beveled mirror tiles, and votive candles are all available as options. AT THE OSPREY'S, There Will Be Special Events You can count on our Event Team to assist you with any type of social event (baby showers, birthday parties, anniversaries, etc.) or business gathering (company meetings to holiday parties, for example). We have the flexibility to make the most of the style or purpose of your gathering that you have selected. Our guests always comment on how much they enjoy the waterfront view and casual splendor that the Osprey's provides. Spend your time with your family, friends, or coworkers while you don't have to worry about holding your phone or other devices.

The Riddick House at Stevenson Ridge
6901 Meeting St, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA 22553, USA- Spaces for 75 Guests
The Riddick House is an 1812 plantation home at Stevenson Ridge, a 90-acre historic property centered on the Spotsylvania Court House Battlefield in Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia. Restored as part of the estate's ongoing preservation of its antique structures, the house retains its original character alongside modern conveniences for guests. The home offers two guest rooms with private baths, a dining area, and multiple lounging areas, plus a back deck overlooking the grounds. Wood-burning fireplaces warm the kitchen and dining room, while a gas fireplace sits in the master bedroom, which also features a king bed, soaking tub, and walk-in ceramic tiled shower with pond views. A second guest room, located between the master bedroom and the library, offers a queen bed and views of the surrounding woods. Bordered by woods on one side and a pond on the other, the Riddick House serves as on-site lodging for wedding parties and guests celebrating at Stevenson Ridge, whose broader property also hosts ceremonies, receptions, and catered events.

Atlantic Villa Fran-to-Sea
3108 Sandfiddler Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456, USA- Spaces for 75 Guests
- 1 Venue with Activities
- 1 Waterfront
- 1 Beach
Atlantic Villa Fran-to-Sea is an oceanfront home in Sandbridge, Virginia Beach, spanning three levels and more than 7,000 square feet. The property is wedding- and event-friendly, with maximum guest capacity for an event capped at 75 persons for the date and time of the occasion. An elevator connects all three floors. The open second-floor living, dining, and den area seats up to 28 guests at its dining table and counter seating, and is anchored by a fireplace and a wet bar. The first floor offers a 15-seat home theater with a 65-inch screen and surround sound, a game room with a pool table and foosball table, and an exercise room with a recumbent bike, treadmill, and cross trainer. Nine bedroom suites are spread across the home, most with private baths, including one designed with ADA-required features such as a roll-in shower and wheelchair-height vanity. Outside, an in-ground pool sits directly on the oceanfront alongside a wrap-around deck and hot tub, with an outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach.

The Lodge At Crooked River
110 Crooked River Drive, Hiltons, VA 24258, United States- Spaces for 200-230 Guests
- 1 Event Space
- 1 Historic Space
Crooked River is a 200-plus-acre estate in Hiltons, Virginia, combining rolling farmland with valley and mountain views. The property is built around a circa-1823 grist mill, now the estate's main reception space, where 17-foot doors flanked by old-world stonework, chandeliers, and a towering stone fireplace give the room an Old World, European-countryside character. Large windows frame the surrounding mountains, and the space is climate-controlled with both indoor and outdoor fireplaces and a fire pit, seating up to 200 guests. Couples getting ready can use the Tobacco Barn, a converted cottage with a bridal suite on the upper floor and a groom's lounge below, along with a full kitchen, bar, and outdoor gathering areas. Outdoors, the estate offers three to four distinct ceremony locations, including the Seventh Shoal along the river and a tree-lined spot known as the Grove, giving couples a choice of natural backdrops for their vows before moving guests into the Grist Mill for the reception. Crooked River books a limited number of weddings and offers single-day, two-day rehearsal-retreat, and fully customizable all-inclusive packages, with parking and shuttle service between the ceremony sites and reception venue included.

The Pavilion at Black Water Junction
356 Bethel Ln, Union Hall, VA 24176, USA- Spaces for 200-250 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Farm
- 1 Garden
The Pavilion at Black Water Junction is a family-owned wedding venue set on a 75-acre horse and cattle farm in Union Hall, Virginia, in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Smith Mountain Lake. The farm takes its name from the Blackwater channel that runs along the property, and its rolling pastures open onto views of Jack's Mountain. The venue's open-air pavilion, built by the owners from reclaimed wood, doors, and stained glass gathered from old family buildings, hosts up to 200 guests. Stamped concrete flooring flows from inside the pavilion into a large outdoor dance floor, and a vine-covered arbor overlooking the farm's pastures and pond serves as a ceremony backdrop. Couples are free to bring in their own choice of vendors and decor to shape the day. Rentals include tables and chairs for up to 200 guests, cocktail and food tables, a bar built from a reclaimed door, and use of the grounds' landscaped surroundings and pond. Beyond weddings, the venue hosts private events including birthday parties, anniversaries, baby showers, corporate gatherings, and family reunions. On-site cabin accommodations are also available for overnight stays.

The Rotunda at Uptown Alley Richmond
6101 Brad McNeer Pkwy, Midlothian, VA 23112, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
The Rotunda at Uptown Alley Richmond is an ultra lounge inside Uptown Alley, a 57,000-square-foot entertainment complex in Midlothian, Virginia. Reserved for guests 21 and over, The Rotunda combines 14 private bowling lanes, billiards, a DJ space, and comfortable lounge seating with table service, making it a go-to setting for corporate events, parties, and adult social gatherings. Live music is part of The Rotunda's regular rhythm, with local bands and national touring acts taking its stage every Friday and Saturday night. The adjoining Rotunda Sports Theater keeps the energy going on game days, with more than 70 HDTVs and a 20-foot projection screen. As part of the larger Uptown Alley complex, events at The Rotunda can also draw on the property's full-service restaurant, two additional bars, and chef-inspired catering menus - including a custom slider bar, a Santa Fe fajita and taco bar, and the more robust Signature Feast - giving groups flexible options for food and drink alongside the lounge's own table service.

Montclair Country Club
16500 Edgewood Dr, Montclair, VA 22025, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
- 1 Country Club
Montclair Country Club, located in Prince William County, Virginia, is the ideal venue for your wedding or private event. We are a full-service venue that can accommodate up to 250 people in both indoor and outdoor locations. The fairway and 9th hole are visible from our big ballroom and formal dining room, providing a stunning background. We have a lovely outdoor ceremony spot hidden in a garden-like setting with a view of the course that is ideal for photos. We set up and take down the ceremony arch, pedestals, lanterns, and chairs for you. Relax and enjoy your day with our all-inclusive reception package. All of the details have been taken care of! Room rental, 4 hour open bar (or no bar), cocktail hour with stationary and passed appetizers, dj, and your choice of plated or buffet supper are all included in the price. You'd only need to bring your cake! Weddings Our outdoor wedding venue is situated in a park-like environment with a lovely view of the golf course and water feature. With a wide view of the fairway and varied landscape throughout the four seasons, the location is ideal for photographing. Everything you'll need for your big day is included: ceremony arch, chair set-up, pedestals, and lanterns. We now have an outside ceremony and reception package available, which includes a champagne toast, your choice of wine or beer, a stationary appetizer, and passing appetizers. Corpoate Events Montclair Country Club in Virginia is a stunning venue for meetings and corporate events, offering first-rate amenities, service, and ambiance for you and your guests. It is unquestionably a show-stopper. The majestic clubhouse, located just off I-95, is designed to handle private parties as well as large and small gala events. Our large clubhouse has multiple rooms of various sizes, all of which are well decorated. Special staging and cutting-edge multimedia technology, as well as complimentary wireless internet access, are also available. We invite you to chat with our meeting specialist, who is located within our clubhouse, about employee appreciation gifts and other high-quality goods to commemorate your event.

East Lynn Farm
19955 Airmont Rd, Round Hill, VA 20141, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Farm
Begin the next chapter of your love story in the lush Virginia countryside, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the sights of our working farm. Then, under the stars or in one of our old barns, dance the night away. When you and your wedding guests arrive at East Lynn Farm, you'll be met by a stunning landscape and 143 acres of history and charm. East Lynn Farm provides a gorgeous stage for the beginning of the next chapter of your love story and a blank slate for you to create the fantasy day you desire, with panoramic views of our lush fields and pastures and the expansive Blue Ridge and Bull Run Mountains in the background. With a wedding at East Lynn Farm, you may breathe in the pure mountain air while celebrating your nuptials with your loved ones outside! The nearly 140 acres of our property are ideal for socially-distanced outdoor weddings of all sizes. We have a variety of event sites that can accommodate a rehearsal dinner in our vegetable garden, a ceremony in our Pine Grove, cocktails by the pond, and dinner and dancing overlooking our pastures to take advantage of the spectacular views. We only have a few dates available in 2021, so contact us as soon as possible to schedule your outdoor wedding at East Lynn Farm! Our sprawling lawns, pastures, and fields make for an ideal setting for outdoor gatherings bathed in beautiful natural light, especially after dusk. As your party continues into the evening, these expansive spaces are ideal as an alfresco lounge place for your guests to gather and chat beneath the stars. The milking parlor, which is located on the lowest floor of our dairy barn, is full with farm history. The ancient milking stations, complete with historic galvanized metal pipes from the previous century and old milking stanchions running the length of the barn, are framed by a stunning galley pathway with stately poles covered in shimmering lights. Host your guests inside one of our historic barns, which include a picturesque early 20th-century dairy barn with our industrial lower level milking parlor and hayloft, a pre-Civil War era corn crib, a pre-Civil War era sheep barn, and a large pole barn, for events framed by the natural details of our farm. These customizable areas come with a wide range of accents, allowing you to simply create a beautiful fête that matches your idea. Do you want your event to have a water view? For a gorgeous and reflective setting, gather your loved ones among the willow trees that surround our pond and along our meadow.

Saudé Creek Vineyards
16230 Cooks Mill Rd, Lanexa, VA 23089, USA- Spaces for 35-180 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 3 Vineyards
- 4 Total Spaces
Saudé Creek Vineyards is a hilltop winery in Lanexa, Virginia, perched above the Pamunkey River between Richmond and Williamsburg. The property traces back to Frank's Tavern, a colonial-era inn and public house once frequented by travelers heading to and from Williamsburg; George Washington and French General Rochambeau are both said to have visited, and Martha Dandridge Custis lived nearby. Established in 2009 out of the earlier Saudé Creek Farms cider operation, the 100-acre property was developed by owner and winemaker Jason Knight, who planted apple trees and grape vines before opening the winery to the public in 2011. Today the venue offers several settings for private events. Arris Hall, the newest addition, accommodates up to 150 guests and overlooks the vines, river, and treetops. The Cottage, a small house down the hill with wrap-around porches over a private stretch of vineyard, hosts up to 50 guests for showers, reunions, and elopements. Smaller gatherings can also make use of The Loft and the outdoor stone Fire Pit, each suited to about 35 guests. With decks, patios, and a wrap-around porch across the property, along with live music on weekends year-round, Saudé Creek Vineyards provides a relaxed, family-friendly backdrop for weddings, corporate events, and celebrations.

Frontier Culture Museum
1290 Richmond Ave, Staunton, VA 24401, USA- Spaces for 130-400 Guests
- 1 Museum
- 1 Barn
- 1 Historic Space
Frontier Culture Museum is an open-air living history museum in Staunton, Virginia, built near the junction of I-64 and I-81 to tell the story of the settlers who shaped early American culture from European, African, and indigenous roots. Reconstructed farms and historic buildings across the museum's grounds recreate the world of 17th- and 18th-century migrants from England, Germany, Ireland, and West Africa, alongside the enslaved individuals who helped build colonial and early American society. The museum operates as an agency of the Commonwealth of Virginia and is billed as the biggest open-air living history museum in the Shenandoah Valley. The museum rents several of its spaces for private events, including weddings, cocktail receptions, luncheons, board meetings, staff retreats, and company picnics. Options include the historic Octagonal Barn, a two-story 1908 barn relocated from Bridgewater, Virginia; an open-air Pavilion overlooking the museum's Old World Exhibits; and a converted Dairy Barn Lecture Hall. Every venue is handicap accessible, and rentals include tables and chairs, on-site supervision and security, trash removal, ample on-site parking, and discounted museum admission for guests.

6 Pastures Farm
4212 Apple Pie Ridge Rd, Winchester, VA 22603, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Farm
Three Hundred and Sixty Pastures, one of Virginia's most prestigious wedding venues, is nestled on acres of picturesque countryside that will serve as the perfect backdrop for your special day. Our beautiful setting and event facilities will ensure that you and your guests have a comfortable and stylish time at your celebration. With gorgeous surroundings and a helpful host, this location is an excellent choice for weddings or other gatherings in Winchester and Frederick County. Weddings In conjunction with its expansive and verdant terrain, 6 Pastures delivers an unforgettable wedding experience. This location, with its timeless beauty and invigorating fresh air, reflects a history of nature and community that has been in the development for more than a hundred years. Beginning with the minute you pull up to the property, you are immersed in an environment of genuine farm-style charm. The beautiful terrain offers a breathtaking view for as far as the eye can see, while the conveniences of a city are only a few minutes away. Party Services This wedding and event venue's immaculate rustic appeal produces an incredible environment and warmth for any occasion, no matter how large or small. We are happy to accommodate any type of event in our venue space, including weddings, engagements, bridal showers, baby showers, business events, non-profit events, birthday parties, and more. Our staff is thrilled to be able to provide our guests with a sophisticated standard of hospitality, a venue that welcomes you with open arms, and a setting that allows you to forget about the stresses of everyday life. At 6 pastures, you can actually enjoy a peaceful party.

The Winery At La Grange
4970 Antioch Rd, Haymarket, VA 20169, USA- Spaces for 150 Guests
- 1 Barn
- 1 Winery
The Winery at La Grange sits on land originally part of Robert "King" Carter's Bull Run Tract in Haymarket, Virginia, and traces its centerpiece — a three-story red brick manor house — to builder George Green. Boxwoods planted generations ago have grown to over 20 feet, forming a natural archway along the stone path that connects the manor house to the winery. Benoni E. Harrison purchased the property in 1827 and later served as Prince William County's delegate to the Virginia General Assembly; his name lives on today in Benoni's Lounge, the estate's stone-walled cellar. The winery grows 6.3 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, and Petit Manseng grapes on the working farm, producing wines described as ones where "every glass tells a story." For weddings, private events, and corporate gatherings, the property's Barn Building serves as its main event space, with suggested floor plans accommodating up to 150 guests and wedding rentals that include the ballroom, bar, bridal suite, patios, kitchen, and grounds.

Cottontail Weddings & Events
600 Craghead St, Danville, VA 24541, USA- Spaces for 175-200 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Historic Space
Housed in a converted 1891 tobacco exchange and inspection warehouse in Danville, Virginia's historic River District, Cottontail Weddings preserves original architectural details — exposed brick, heavy timber supports, and original hardwood floors — while adding modern crystal chandeliers and color up-lighting for contemporary celebrations. The building operated under several owners, including the Liggett and Myers Company from 1930 to 1970, before its renovation into an event venue; Cottontail has hosted weddings and celebrations there since 2017. The venue's 3,600-square-foot Main Ballroom seats up to 175 guests, with a preferred range of 100 to 150 for comfort and flexibility, and can host both ceremony and reception in the same room. Rental includes linens, tables and chairs, LED lighting, a catering prep kitchen, and bridal and groom preparation suites, and couples can walk guests next door to Ballad Brewing for a cocktail-hour tasting-room experience. Cottontail hosts only one event per day, giving each celebration its full attention.

The Space Downtown
210 Water St W, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA- Spaces for 100 Guests
The Space Downtown is a private event and dining venue in Charlottesville, Virginia, created in late 2010 by chefs and longtime business partners Tim Burgess and Vincent Derquenne. The building's history goes back further: the pair opened their first restaurant, Metropolitain, in the same location in 1991 and ran it until 2003, when they sold the restaurant but kept ownership of the building. When the space became vacant again in early 2010, Burgess and Derquenne reopened it exclusively for private parties, and it has operated as a dedicated event venue ever since. The chefs also own Bizou and Bang, two restaurants located nearby. Private dining is the venue's specialty, with a custom menu, floor plan, and atmosphere built around each event. The Space Downtown hosts full wedding weekends - rehearsal dinners, welcome receptions, wedding receptions, and farewell brunches - as well as corporate meetings and private functions, with the flexibility to shift from a seated dinner service to a cocktail reception without booking a separate space.

Chantilly National Golf & Country Club
14901 Braddock Rd, Centreville, VA 20120, USA- Spaces for 200-300 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Event Space
Located in the rolling hills of Centreville, Chantilly National Golf & Country Club combines traditional charm with contemporary amenities. The championship course and elegant clubhouse provide a serene escape just outside Washington, D.C. From intimate weddings to corporate receptions, the property’s manicured grounds and welcoming staff create a setting of timeless elegance.

The Westin Tysons Corner
7801 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043, USA- Spaces for 125 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
Make your Falls Church wedding one to remember in one of our elegant and flexible venues. In the newly renovated and naturally lit Cherry Blossom Jr. Ballroom in Tysons Corner, you can host a sophisticated gala. Consider renting out our picturesque outdoor patio space for an intimate, alfresco wedding ceremony and reception. Delicious catering from our hotel's talented chefs will add a special touch to your wedding or family reunion. Our professional wedding planners are on hand to ensure that your special day in Tysons Corner is absolutely perfect. Make your guests feel welcome by highlighting our hotel's convenient location in Tysons Corner near Washington, D.C. E-SHAPE, U-SHAPE, AND T-SHAPE are three different shapes. Suitable for groups of fewer than 40 people, this option is recommended. These are the best for facilitating interaction with a leader who is seated at the head of the set-up hierarchy. The open end of the seating area is usually the best location for audiovisual equipment. THEATER AS AN EXAMPLE OF SETUP Applicable in situations such as large sessions and short lectures where extensive note-taking is not required. Because the chairs can be moved, this is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups before breaking into smaller groups. Example of a RECEPTION Setup There will be beverages and light fare served at this stand-up social function. Foods may be served on small buffet tables or passed around by servers at a reception. It is possible to have a pre-meal function. Example of a Setup HOLLOW SQUARE AND CONFERENCE CENTER Suitable for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions with a group of fewer than 25 participants. The majority of hotels have elegant "boardrooms" that can accommodate 10 to 20 people and are fully equipped with audiovisual equipment, a writing board, a cork board, and a flip chart.