Venue Policies & Rental Terms

Holiday Rentals — Additional $150

Holiday bookings are welcome, subject to availability. An additional $150 holiday opening fee is added to your rental total for every holiday, including Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, and all other holidays.

This fee applies to all packages and hourly rentals, regardless of the day of the week the holiday falls on. This policy applies every year, including 2027 and beyond.

Booking & Payment Terms

Friday–Saturday and children’s parties: $200 nonrefundable retainer at booking, applied toward your rental total. Remaining rental balance is due 14 days before your event.

Monday–Thursday and Sunday packages: the full $400 rental fee is due at booking.

Every rental requires a separate $200 refundable cleanup and damage deposit. It is due 14 days before the event and must be paid by cash, ApplePay, Zelle, or Cash App. If booking fewer than 14 days before the event, the deposit and any rental balance already due must be paid on booking day.

Your Paid Hours Include Setup, Your Event, And Cleanup

This applies to every package, children’s party, and Friday–Saturday hourly rental. The final hour is reserved for breakdown and cleanup. Book enough hours for decorating/setup, the event itself, and cleanup. There is no extra setup or cleanup time outside your reservation. Additional time carries an additional charge and must be arranged with management, subject to availability and required closing times.

Closing Times

Friday–Saturday:
Events end no later than 11:00 p.m. Cleanup must be completed and everyone must exit by midnight.

Sunday–Thursday:
Events end by 8:00 p.m.

Retainers & Rescheduling

The retainer is nonrefundable. It may be transferred once to an available date within 180 days; no additional extensions are granted.

Cleanup & Repair Deposit

A Cleanup & Repair Deposit is required for every reservation.

Deposit Amount

$200

The Cleanup & Repair Deposit is refundable after cleanup and inspection is complete, or (24 Hours) after your event if the venue is returned in the same clean condition in which it was received and no damage has occurred.

If additional cleaning or repairs are required, all or part of the Cleanup & Repair Deposit may be withheld based on the reasonable cost of cleaning, repairs, or replacement, as determined by venue management.

If the cost of cleaning or repairs exceeds the Cleanup & Repair Deposit, the renter agrees to pay the remaining balance.

Venue management may allow a payment arrangement if needed.

Acceptable Forms Of Payment

Rental payments:
Zelle, ApplePay, Cash App, cash, credit cards, and debit cards.

Credit and debit card payments carry a 3.5% fee.

Deposit payments:
Cash, ApplePay, Zelle, or Cash App only.

Cleanup Requirements

To receive a full refund of your Cleanup & Repair Deposit, the venue must be returned in the same clean condition in which it was received.

This includes:

Removing all decorations and personal belongings

Emptying all trash receptacles, including restroom trash cans and large venue trash containers

Disposing of all trash in the designated outdoor receptacles

Sweeping, vacuuming, or mopping all floors as needed

Cleaning all tables and chairs used during the event

Returning tables and chairs to their designated locations (if applicable)

Leaving both restrooms clean and free of debris, and toilets flushing properly (Only Toilet Tissue Is To Be Flushed In The Toilets!)

Cleaning the kitchen completely if it was used, including countertops, sinks, appliances, and floors

Damage Policy

The individual signing the rental agreement accepts full responsibility for any damage caused by themselves, their guests, vendors, entertainers, or invitees.

Damage includes, but is not limited to:

Tables or chairs

Décor and furnishings

Mirrors

Walls, doors, windows, or flooring

Faucets, sinks, toilets, or other restroom fixtures

Kitchen equipment or appliances

Plumbing issues caused during the event

Any other venue property

If damage occurs, all or part of the Cleanup & Repair Deposit may be retained. If repair or replacement costs exceed the deposit amount, the renter remains financially responsible for the remaining balance. (Payment Arrangements Can Be Setup If Needed)

Decorations

Existing Table Décor Rental — $400

This optional rental includes the venue’s existing champagne, peach, and gold table coverings and centerpieces for all 12 tables, arranged to your requested layout. Chair covers are not included.

Custom decorating services are not provided. We do not purchase decorations, provide balloons, or create custom themes or decorating designs.

You may hire your own decorator or ask us for a referral. Independent decorators set their own prices, and their services are separate from The CG Venue’s rental fees.

To protect the venue and maintain its elegant appearance, the following are prohibited unless prior written approval is obtained:

Nails, screws, staples, tacks, or hooks in walls, ceilings, doors, or furniture

Tape, duct tape, packing tape, or adhesives that may damage surfaces

Glitter, confetti, loose sequins, rice, birdseed, or similar materials

Open flames, sparklers, fireworks, smoke bombs, or pyrotechnics

Any decoration that may permanently stain, damage, or alter the venue

All decorations brought into the venue must be removed before the end of the rental period.

Alcohol And Security

Alcohol Policy

Alcohol is permitted at The CG Venue under the following guidelines:

Guests may provide and serve complimentary alcohol at their private event. If alcohol is being provided free of charge to guests, a bartender and alcohol permit are not required.

If alcohol will be sold in any manner, an alcohol permit is required. The permit fee is $100, and there is approximately a 14-day processing period. Clients planning to sell alcohol are responsible for obtaining a licensed bartender, and the required permit before their event.

Security is required for all events where alcohol is served, regardless of the number of guests, unless advised otherwise by the Owner of the venue.

Clients may obtain security through a private security company or contact Richmond County for law-enforcement security services.

All guests consuming alcohol must be 21 years of age or older. The client is responsible for ensuring that all alcohol service and consumption complies with applicable laws and The CG Venue policies.

The CG Venue reserves the right to stop alcohol service or take appropriate action if these requirements are not followed.

Occupancy

Building Max Occupancy is 115

Package guest limits apply: up to 65 for weekday/Sunday packages, 75 for children’s parties, and 100 for Friday–Saturday rentals.

The renter must provide an accurate guest count on the signed contract.

Guests exceeding the Max Guests Occupancy limit will not be admitted into the venue.

Weapons Policy

The CG Venue maintains a strict No Weapons Policy.

Firearms, knives, or any other weapon are prohibited anywhere inside the venue or on the property.

The only exception is for sworn law enforcement officers, or security guards who are authorized to carry a weapon in the performance of their official duties.

Anyone found in possession of a prohibited weapon will be required to leave the property immediately, and law enforcement may be contacted if necessary.

Fighting, Disorderly Conduct & Illegal Activity

The CG Venue maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding violence, disorderly conduct, or illegal activity.

Any fight occurring inside the venue or anywhere on the property, including the parking lot, will result in the immediate termination of the event.

If an event is terminated:

All guests will be required to leave the property immediately.

No refunds will be issued.

The Cleanup & Repair Deposit will be forfeited.

Law enforcement may remove guests from the property if necessary.

The individual signing the rental agreement is responsible for the conduct of all guests.

Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited inside the venue at all times.

This includes:

Cigarettes

Cigars

Electronic cigarettes

Vaping devices

Marijuana (Not Allowed On The Premises At ALL)

Any other smoking or vaping products

Parking Lot Policy

To maintain a safe and enjoyable environment:

No loitering is permitted in the parking lot.

No alcohol consumption is permitted in the parking lot.

Guests should enter the venue upon arrival and leave the property promptly after the event concludes.

Vehicles must be parked only in designated parking spaces.

Doors

Exterior doors must remain closed to preserve heating and air conditioning.

Doors may only remain open while loading or unloading event supplies.

Right To Refuse Service

Venue management reserves the right to refuse admission, deny entry, or terminate an event for violations of these policies or for any conduct that threatens the safety of guests, staff, or property.

Thank you for choosing The CG Venue.

We look forward to helping you create an elegant and memorable celebration.