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What happens if it rains on our wedding day?
If Mother Nature has other plans on your wedding day, don’t worry! The Back Orchard Barn team will handle everything—ceremony décor will be cleaned up and seamlessly moved inside. The center of the barn transforms into your aisle, with Oscar-style seating to create a beautiful indoor ceremony that’s just as memorable and special.
What do the Back Orchard Barn managers do?
Your assigned venue manager will be your main point of contact throughout the planning process and on your wedding day. At the Back Orchard Barn, our managers take on a variety of roles to ensure everything runs smoothly. Some of their responsibilities include:
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Leading a planning meeting 6–9 months before your event to begin making decisions on your timeline, layout, and beverage package
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Keeping you on track with payments and deadlines
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Coordinating table and chair setup (if needed)
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Managing linen and alcohol orders
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Keeping the venue clean and organized during setup
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Handling unexpected hiccups or last-minute changes
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Cleaning up ceremony chairs and setting the outdoor patio
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Helping keep your wedding day timeline on track
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Taking care of trash and venue upkeep throughout the event
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Your venue manager is there to make your day as seamless and stress-free as possible—becoming your wedding best friend and saving grace along the way! Click below to meet our team.
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How many people does the barn accommodate?
During the spring, summer, and fall, the barn comfortably accommodates up to 200 guests. In the winter months, we recommend a max guest count of 150–175 to ensure everyone stays comfortable. Due to Michigan weather, outdoor reception space is limited during the winter season.
Can we bring our own alcohol?
Outside alcohol is not permitted at Back Orchard Barn, as we are fully licensed to provide all alcoholic beverages. But don’t worry—we offer three customizable beverage packages, plus bottle by request, to suit any style and budget. We handle everything for you, making the process simple and stress-free so you can focus on enjoying your big day!
How does wedding rehearsal work if we only book the barn for one day?
Take A Peek Tuesdays are a great chance to bring your bridal party out to the barn, walk through your processional and recessional, and fine-tune your ceremony plan. It’s the perfect time to catch and fix any last-minute details. After your walkthrough, you’ll find plenty of nearby spots for dinner with your closest friends and family. Plus, Back Orchard Barn staff will be onsite to answer any ceremony questions and help ensure everything is ready for your big day. Click below to see our 2025 Take A Peek Tuesday dates.
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Is the barn air-conditioned?
While the main barn isn’t air conditioned, both get-ready rooms are! Each room has a private keypad lock and is available to you throughout your rental. They’re the perfect place for you and your bridal party to cool off and take a break during the big day.
Do we have to rent our own bartenders and security?
No need to worry about hiring bartenders or security—we’ve got it all taken care of for you! Every one of our wedding bar packages include two experienced bartenders to keep drinks flowing smoothly and a dedicated security guard to ensure a safe, enjoyable atmosphere for you and your guests. It's all part of making your day as stress-free and seamless as possible.
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