Frequently Asked Questions
Everything most couples and families ask before booking. Don't see yours? Send us an inquiry and ask away.
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A wide range — wedding receptions and quinceañeras to business conferences and showers. For smaller or shorter events, ask about our hourly pricing options.
We host receptions only — not ceremonies. Hold your ceremony at the church or site of your choice, then celebrate here.
300 guests, including seating in our main ballroom, barroom, and additional covered patio seating.
Yes! We can host events lasting less than 6 hours at an hourly rate, rather than requiring a full day's rental.
Yes — a deposit and contracted agreement are required to book. The deposit is 30% of the total amount for all your selections, including your security deposit and tax.
A $1,000 security deposit is required in addition to your other expenses, but it is not taxed. It's refunded 7–14 business days after your event, assuming no damages or contract breaches occurred.
Cash, check, or card. Checks should be made payable to: Rio Event Center.
No. Outside alcohol brought in by you or your guests will forfeit your security deposit, and the event will be ended immediately.
All guests must be out of the building by 12:00 midnight.
Our staff picks up and disposes of all trash at the end of the night. Anything you bring in — decorations, food — must be removed right after the event, unless you've arranged an alternative plan with your event coordinator in advance.
Each of our round tables seats 8 guests. The number of tables and chairs you'll need is determined and agreed upon before signing your contract.
Yes — we can provide covered tables for any additional needs such as food, desserts, or gift displays.
No, we do not provide silverware, plates, or cups.
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