Here's what should be in your written location contract.
Don't sign *anything* until you're satisfied!
Total cost and a line-item breakdown of what's included.
Amount of deposit and when it was paid.
Balance outstanding and when it's due (a payment
schedule).
Exact date and time of your wedding.
Exact location of your wedding (e.g., "In Main
Gallery," "In Presidential Ballroom").
Detailed list of everything the place will provide
(tables, chairs, linens, amplifiers, whatever).
The name of the site representative who will be on
hand on your wedding day, and the name of an acceptable
substitute.
Proof of liability insurance and liquor license.
Cancellation/refund policy.
Anything else you agree to orally that you want to
set in stone.
