Frequently Asked Questions

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Additional info: belmontmanormd@howardcountymd.gov or call 410-313-0200

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What type of events can Belmont accommodate? 

Belmont is available to rent for private events such as weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, company picnics and more. Meeting and Retreat rentals are available on select weekdays. 

 

What is the current pricing for wedding and outdoor rentals at Belmont Manor during peak season?

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Wedding rental dates, Includes, Price (subject to change)

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• Friday or Sunday (Peak Season)

• 8 hours of exclusive use of event tent, manor house, and grounds

• $6,000

 

• Saturday (Peak Season) 

• 8 hours of exclusive use of event tent, manor house, and grounds

• $6,500

 

• Additional Hours 

• Add up to 4 additional hours

• $600 per hour

 

• Security Deposit (refundable) 

• Required 

• $750

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What is your outdoor wedding and event rental season? 

The rental season for outdoor events is May- October. 

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Is Belmont Manor a full-service venue? 

Belmont Manor is not a full-service venue. Belmont Manor provides the location, and the renter contracts each service separately (catering, event planner, floral, décor, music).

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How many hours can I rent for an event? 

Rental hours are permitted between the hours of 12pm (Noon) and 12am (Midnight). The minimum number of hours for an event that can be reserved is eight (8). The maximum is twelve (12). 
 

The Permit Holder selects the start time of your contract. Your contract cannot start before Noon (12pm) and cannot start after 4pm.
 

Extra hours must be purchased at the time of reserving or no later than 3 months before the event date. 
 

The contracted start and end time must include time needed for setup and breakdown. This includes time needed for, but not limited to, the following:

• Caterers

• DJ/Band

• Décor

• All on-site photography

• Florist delivery and setup 

• Any other vendors 

• Preparations for the Wedding Party (if dressing on-site) 

 

What is the standard event timeline?

Expected Event Timeline- Standard Eight (8) Model

2 Hours:  Vendor Set-up/Wedding party preparations.

1 Hour:     Ceremony/Pictures.

1 Hour:     Cocktail Hour

3 Hours:  Reception (All guests must depart 1 hour before end of contract)

1 Hour:     Vendors/Wedding Coordinator/Wedding Party Clean up and Depart.

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* No one arrives at the premises before the contracted starting hour. All attendees, vendors, and wedding party must be off the property at the ending hour. No exceptions.

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How much does it cost to add extra time to my event rental? 

After the standard 8-hour rental, the fee per each additional hour is $600. No more than four (4) additional hours can be purchased for a maximum of twelve (12) hours per event. The maximum event time is 12:00pm (Noon) to 12:00am (Midnight). 

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Can I come in before my rental start time to decorate?                           

No. If more time is needed to decorate, additional hours must be purchased.

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What is included in the rental? 

Wedding rentals are granted exclusive use of the Manor House, gardens, and grounds. Only one event will be scheduled for the contracted time. Property Amenities include:

 

Manor and Grounds

• Exclusive use of the first floor of the manor (accommodates 120 persons), two dressing suites on the second floor, and billiard room on lower level.

• Free WI-FI available in the Manor. 

• Two formal garden options for your ceremony (Aqua Garden and Magnolia Grove)

• Lighted ADA brick pathway that extends from the tent to the parking areas.

• Free parking in one of two grass areas. 

• Restroom trailer with ADA accessible stalls.

• Catering prep tent.

 

Reception Tent

Our white peaked 60" x 100" reception tent sits atop a brick tent pad and features:​

• Brick patio under event tent

• Optional cathedral window sides

• White fabric liner.

• 16 Gold chandeliers.

• Perimeter lighting.

• 12 Perimeter fans.

• Electrical bollard.

• 18x24 dance floor. Dance floor cannot be removed, replaced or wrapped.

• Accommodates a maximum of 250 people.

• The tent is not climate controlled (see HVAC section of rules and regulations).

 

Tables and Chairs

• (10) 5 ft. round tables (seat 6-8 people, indoor use only)

• (30) 6 ft. round tables (seats 10-12 people, tent use only)

• (6) 6 ft. x 3 ft. rectangular tables (seats 6-8 people)

• (8) 8 ft. x 3 ft. rectangular tables (seats 8-10 people, tent use only)

• (10) 2 ft. Cocktail Tables (adjustable height)

• (2) 3 ft. Round Tables (adjustable height)

• (4) Sections of Serpentine Tables (tent use only)

• (2) 5 ft. Half-moon Tables (tent and indoor use only)

• (10) 6 ft. Conference/Training Tables (indoor use only)

• 300 aluminum gold Chivari chairs with ivory chair pads (tent and indoor use only)

• 300 white resin ceremony chairs (outdoor use only)

 

*Belmont Manor does not provide table linens, permit holders are responsible for coordinating linens with their vendors. 

 

Warming Kitchen

• Commercial refrigerator & freezer

• Warming/convection ovens

• Prep tables in kitchen

• 400 lb. capacity ice machine (cannot guarantee that it will be filled to capacity, especially for Saturday/Sunday evening events)

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Do you have any requirements of caterer’s when they come to Belmont? 

• Belmont Manor is not a full-service venue.

•  The permit holder is required to select one- full service (licensed) caterer.

• The caterer must be pre-approved by Belmont by submitting a Catering application, a copy of their catering license and insurance certificate. It is the responsibility of the Permit Holder to make sure the Caterer is familiar with the site, plus the rules and regulations before the event. 

• Food Trucks are prohibited.

    

Requirements of the Caterer

• Must employ their own staff and may not hire out or contract servers, bartenders, etc. A minimum of ten catering staff are needed, plus one event manager.

• Must provide proof of required insurance and licensing.

• All food and alcohol must be served by one full-service licensed caterer, no exceptions.

• No self-serve alcohol.

• Family-catered events are not permitted.

• It is the responsibility of the Permit Holder to make sure the Caterer is familiar with the site, plus the rules and regulations before the event.  

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Do you have a preferred caterers list for Belmont? 

A list of licensed and insured full-service caterers that have previously worked at the site can be provided upon request. Please note that the list of caterers is not an endorsement or referral.

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What happens if it rains during my outdoor event? 

Belmont manor is an outdoor venue. All permit holders must decide on a rain plan with their Event Coordinator prior to their event and communicate the plan to catering and other vendors. Rain plan decision must be called two (2) hours prior to scheduled event/ceremony. Event Coordinator works in tandem with the caterer regarding execution (timing, chairs, setup, etc).

Wedding Rain Plan Options

• Ceremony in tent.

• Cocktail hour in Manor or tent (depending on guest count).

• Reception in tent

• If there is an imminent severe weather warning (tornado, severe thunderstorm, continuous lightning), Belmont staff will work with Vendors to evacuate all guests into the Manor until the threat has passed for at least 15 minutes.  

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Is Event Insurance Required?

Yes. Belmont Manor will provide the renter with information on the "tenant user liability insurance program" through GatherGaurd. The average cost is around $200 to purchase but is subject to individual event details.

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Does Belmont offer planning services?

Belmont Manor is not a full-service venue and does not offer planning services. The permit holder is required to have an Event Coordinator. The Event Coordinator is the liaison amongst the permit holder and all vendors, including Belmont’s venue staff.

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Can I visit before I book events? 

Outside of scheduled rentals and special events, Belmont Manor and Historic Park is not open to the public. Rental tours and other event related site visits are offered on select days and times and require an appointment. For availability, or to book an appointment, please email belmontmanormd@howardcountymd.gov  or call 410-313-0200. 

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Is there a fee for photographers who want to have a photo shoot on the grounds? 

Yes. To request a photo shoot application, please email belmontmanormd@howardcountymd.gov  

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Is the event that I am attending inside? 

• Belmont is considered an outdoor venue.  There is moderate amount of walking required on both grass and hard surfaces.

• The wedding ceremony and cocktail hour is held outdoors in one of three gardens.

• The reception is held in a tent. The tent is not climate controlled.

• Please dress accordingly. In the event of rain, the cocktail hour may be moved inside the Manor if the guest count is 120 or less. 

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What happens if it rains during the event? 

• ·Ceremony in Tent.

• ·Cocktail hour in Manor or Tent.

• ·Reception in Tent.

• ·If there is an imminent severe weather warning (tornado, severe thunderstorm, continuous lightning), Belmont staff will work with Vendors to evacuate all guests into the Manor until the threat has passed for at least 15 minutes.  

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Where do guests park?

Belmont Manor provides free on-site parking for all rentals. Guests may park in the two designated grass lots. Overnight parking is prohibited at Belmont Manor.

Carpooling, use of car services (Uber, Lyft), and shuttles are encouraged. ​The permit holder is responsible for any shuttle services for guests. All shuttles must be approved by Belmont Manor Staff and cannot exceed 48 passengers due to entry road limitations. 

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Is Belmont Manor open to the public?

Outside of scheduled rentals and special events, Belmont Manor and Historic Park is not open to the public. Rental tours and other event related site visits are offered on select days and times and require an appointment. Be on the lookout for special event listings in the Howard County Recreation and Parks seasonal activity guides and on the Howard County Recreation and Parks Website.

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Business Rentals, Retreats, Other Events FAQs

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What is the current pricing for business rentals, retreats, and indoor event rentals?

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Rental Date and Time, Include, Price

• Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm (May-October, non-wedding events), 

• Seasonal Tent for up to 250 guests, 8 hours,

• $2,500

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• Monday-Thursday 5pm-10pm (May-October, non-wedding events), 

• Seasonal Tent for up to 250 guests, 5 hours,

• $2,500

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• Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (November-April, non-wedding events)

• Indoor only for up to 100 guests, 3 hours minimum

• $100/hour

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• Monday-Friday 4-10pm (November-April, non-wedding events)

• Indoor only for up to 100 guests, 3 hours minimum

• $150/hour

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