Question 1

What do your rental fees include?

Accepted Answer

Our rental fee allows 6 hours for your event and clean-up time.   3 hours of complimentary decorating time   Tables and chairs for up to 195 for the ballroom, 120 for the social room, 30 for the meeting room.   Set-up and take down of the tables and chairs according to the floor plan you create for us.     Access to a commercial kitchen with the Ballrroom rental and a prep kitchen with the Social Room.   Ice maker.   Podium with a microphone   Trash can & trash bags   Easels   Two 6’ by 8’ Risers (Ballroom) High-Top tables   Fully stocked and clean restrooms.

Question 2

Do you provide any clean-up assistance?

Accepted Answer

For an additional charge we offer a Total Clean Service The prices are $175 for the Ballroom and $135 for the Social Room. Once you have removed the items you want to take home with you, our team will take care of the rest, including the bagging of the linens and trash removal.  If you choose to clean up on your own, rooms should be left how they were when you started: empty except for tables & chairs. Please bag & remove all trash. Dispose of the tied bags in Kahler Hall’s trash enclosure.  Clean any spills, take all leftover food and remove all boxes. Take home everything that you brought with you.

Question 3

Does my security deposit get applied to the rental balance?

Accepted Answer

The security deposit is not applied towards the rental fees. The security deposit is refundable after your event, provided the space you rent is left in top shape and without any damage or theft. Security deposit refunds are issued within 10 business days after your event. Full terms and conditions may be found in your contract.

Question 4

Can I bring my own caterer?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may bring in the caterer of your choice. Caterers will need to provide a certificate of insurance prior to your event.

Question 5

What is permitted for my event?

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The staff at Kahler Hall knows that your event is special and that you want your guests to have a great time. We appreciate how important the perfect decorations are to creating your special party atmosphere. We understand that food and beverages are an honored tradition for most festivities.   The following items ARE permitted at Kahler Hall:   -Beer, wine and liquor, in accordance with Howard County liquor laws -Red drinks -The caterer of your choice. The large caterer’s kitchen comes with the rental of the Ballroom and a food prep kitchen is included with the rental of the Social Room. -Most decorations (keep reading for a list of items not permitted) -Live bands and DJ’s -Outside rentals as approved by the Facility Manager -Candles: tea lights, floating or enclosed -Balloons (Balloons Over Maryland is located in Kahler Hall and offers a discount to parties hosted in the venue.)

Question 6

What is prohibited?

Accepted Answer

Smoking in the building   Any decorations that damage the walls or floors including but not limited to pins, nails, tacks, scotch tape, duct tape etc.   Paper, plastic or foil confetti   Glitter of any kind   Fog/Smoke machines   Cotton Candy Machines   Disposal of oil or grease inside or outside. You or your caterer must take all oil and grease when you leave. Failure to do so will result in loss of security deposit.   Leaving cardboard boxes at Kahler Hall. (Please be sure to take all boxes with you upon departure.)

Question 7

Do you provide any decorations?

Accepted Answer

Tables and chairs are included in your rental fee. We do not provide any further decorations.

Question 8

How late can my party go?

Accepted Answer

Our rental fees cover a six-hour event window and includes your clean-up time. On Fridays and Saturdays, Kahler Hall closes at 2AM. On Sundays, we close at midnight. We offer a Sunday Shower Special for baby or bridal showers, that runs from 3pm-10pm.

Question 9

Will someone be available the night of my event if I have any questions or need help?

Accepted Answer

Yes! A Kahler Hall Events Assistant will be on staff throughout your event to answer any questions and to work with you to ensure a successful event.

Question 10

How do I secure my date?

Accepted Answer

Your date is secured once a signed contract is received, along with your security deposit. Visit our contact page to schedule a tour today!

Question 11

How do I make a payment?

Accepted Answer

Payments can be made over the phone with a credit card or debit card. Payments may also be made in person by cash or check. If you'd like to pay by cash or check please contact us to schedule a time to come in person.

Question 12

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

We're located adjacent the Harper's Choice Village Center at 5440 Old Tucker Row, Columbia, MD 21044.

Question 13

Do you offer payment plans?

Accepted Answer

Yes - we allow the rental fee to be paid in several payments leading up to your event. The security deposit is due upon booking, 50% 3 months prior to your event and 50% 1 month prior to your event.

Question 14

Can I choose how the room is set up?

Accepted Answer

Prior to your event we'll send you a floor plan to complete with your desired setup. Our setup tech doesn't stay on-site for the events, so after the room is setup we charge a $125 fee to change the room.

Question 15

Where can my guests park?

Accepted Answer

There is a free, well lit, large parking lot adjacent to our building for you and your guests.

Question 16

Are there any hotels nearby?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are several hotels within a 5-mile radius of Kahler Hall. Here are a few:   - Merriweather Lakehouse -DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Columbia -Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia/South -SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbia -Sonesta Select Columbia

Question 17

What kind of chairs do you have?

Accepted Answer

Ballroom:  Black and gray textured fabric with a mottled gray surround. (pictured above) Social Room:  Black leatherette with a dark gray surround.   Use of outside chairs from a rental company are permitted. Delivery and pickup times must be arranged with the facility manager.

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