Wedding Planning Checklist
12 Months
◊ Set a date
◊ Find a wedding planner notebook
◊ Set a budget and divide the cost
◊ Research and visit venues
◊ Decide on a guest list
◊ Purchase bridal attire
◊ Find an officiant
◊ Select wedding party
◊ Hire a wedding coordinator
9 Months
◊ Book a venue
◊ Get save the dates made
◊ Book a photographer
◊ Find a florist
◊ Find your DJ or band
◊ Start planning honeymoon
◊ Register for gifts
◊ Start looking for bridal gown + veil
◊ Find shoes for wedding party
6 Months
◊ Send save the dates
◊ Arrange transportation
◊ Start looking for wedding invites
◊ Finalize your officiant details
◊ Shop and order wedding cake
◊ Find make-up artist and hairstylist
4 Months
◊ Send wedding invitations
◊ Shop for wedding rings
◊ Obtain marriage license
◊ Reserve rental items
◊ Schedule rehearsal dinner
◊ Shop for wedding party gifts
◊ Purchase cake accessories
6 Weeks
◊ Reserve tuxedos
◊ Make wedding programs
◊ Arrange seating plans
◊ Final dress fitting
◊ Finalize all vendor details
◊ Print seating cards and programs
◊ Find something new, old, blue, and borrowed
1 Week
◊ Go over music selection with vendor
◊ Schedule mani/pedi
◊ Bachelorette party
◊ Set aside checks for vendors
Wedding Day
◊ Delegate tasks for wedding party
◊ Distribute wedding timeline
◊ Clean engagement ring
◊ Get married!
Dinner Packages
$30.00 per person
Appetizers: Choose One
Savory Meatballs
With your choice of savory barbeque sauce, sweet ‘n’ sour sauce, or Swedish sauce.
Bruschetta
Served with cucumber dill dipping sauce.
Shrimp Cocktail
Served with cocktail sauce.
Salads: Choose One
Seasonal Salad
Tender baby spinach, and peppery arugula, tossed with cherry tomatoes, roasted butternut and finished with candied pecans, scrambled goat cheese, and a drizzle of vinaigrette.
House Salad
Crisp mixed greens with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, shredded carrots, and red onions, topped with croutons and your choice of dressing.
Caesar Salad
Crispy romaine lettuce tossed in creamy Caesar dressing, garnished with crunchy croutons, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Dinner Packages
Entrées: Choose Two
Herb Roasted Chicken Breast
Tender white meat chicken seasoned wtih aromatic herbs, olive oil, and garlic, then roasted until juicy and golden.
Honey-Lime Chicken Breast
Tender marinated chicken breast, grilled and finished with a bright honey-lime glaze, offering a balanced blend of sweet citrus and subtle zest.
London Broil
Herb-marinated flank steak, grilled to a perfect medium and topped with rich mushroom brown gravy for a savory, classic finish.
Pot Roast
Slow-braised beef with root vegetables, caramelized onions, and aromatic herbs, creating a deeply comforting and hearty dish.
Mojo Cuban Pork Roast
Pork shoulder marinated in “mojo,” a vibrant sauce of fresh orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, and oregano.
Pan Seared Salmon - additional $6.00 per person
Flaky, tender salmon filet seared to a golden crust, basted in herbed butter, and finished with a touch of fresh lemon for a clean, vibrant finish.
Sides: Choose Two
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Rice Pilaf
Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Roasted Red Potatoes
Squash-Zucchini Blend
Green Beans with Red Onion and Sundried Tomato
Themed Menus
Priced per person.
Western Round Up
$40.00
Served with cornbread, buns, potato salad, coleslaw, and baked beans.
Entrée Selections:
• BBQ Pulled Pork
• BBQ Pulled Beef
• Sliced Brisket
• BBQ Chicken Thigh
• Sliced Sausage
Taco Bar
$40.00
Includes grilled chicken, barbacoa, hard shell and flour tortillas and served with shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, sautéed pepper and onions, salsa, sour cream, refried or black beans, and polano rice.
Add guacamole for an additional $3.00 per guest.
Pasta Bar
$36.00
Served with a vegetable, garlic bread, Caesar salad, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and a dressing on the side.
Choice of One:
• Spaghetti
• Penne Pasta
Choice of One:
• Marinara Sauce
• Beef Ragu Sauce
• Alfredo Sauce with Sliced Chicken on the Side
Baked Potato Bar
$11.00
Soup du jour, tossed salad with assorted toppings, and fluffy baked russet potatoes served hot and accompanied by a variety of toppings including: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, butter, crispy bacon bits, steamed broccoli, and fresh salsa.
Add chili for an additional $3.00 per guest.
Children’s Menu
Minimum of five orders. One Entrée Buffet: $12.00. Choose one entrée, one side, and one vegetable.
Step One: Choose Your Side
Macaroni and Cheese
Mashed Potatoes
French Fries
Additional side $2.00 per guest
Step Two: Choose Your Vegetable. Buttered Corn
Green Beans
Baby Carrots
Additional side $1.50 per guest
Step Three: Choose Your Entrée
Chicken Tenders
Three fried chicken tenders, with ketchup.
Mini Burgers
Two mini burger sliders, with pickle, ketchup, and mustard.
Pizza Slices
Choice of pepperoni or cheese.
Platters and Stations
Serves 20-25 guests.
Fruit Tray
Assortment of honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, grapes, and strawberries.
Crudité Platter
$200.00
Shrimp Cocktail
Market Price
Chilled shrimp (50) with cocktail sauce and lemons.
Hummus Bar
$200.00
Broccoli, cauliflower, grape tomatoes, cucumber, celery, baby carrots, olives, and ranch dipping sauce.
Italian Trio Tray
Served with cubed salami, marinated olives, and fresh mozzarella.
Imported and Domestic
Cheese Display
Served with crostini and assorted crackers.
Charcuterie Board
$155.00
Traditional, red pepper, and roasted jalapeno corn hummus served with carrots, cucumbers, celery, and pita chips.
Salsa Bar
$200.00
$105.00
House salsa, black bean corn salsa, mango salsa, and tomatillo salsa with tri-color corn chips.
Flour tortilla chips available for additional fee.
Add: Guacamole for an extra $45.00
$165.00
$250.00
Assorted meats and cheeses, picked onions, specialty jams, grain mustard, celery, crackers, and pita.
Serves 60 guests. All dips come with fried pita chips. Tortilla chips are available upon request.
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
$150.00
Spinach, artichokes, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and cream cheese.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
$250.00
Shredded buffalo chicken breast, blue cheese, onions and garlic, and cream cheese.
Serves 50 guests.
Savory Meatballs
$150.00
With your choice of savory barbeque sauce, sweet ‘n’ sour sauce, or Swedish sauce.
Stuffed Mushroom Caps
$175.00
Stuffed with cream cheese, sausage, and panko bread crumbs.
Bruschetta
Served with cucumber dill dipping sauce.
Chicken Fingers
$175.00
$150.00
With your choice of ranch or honey mustard dipping sauce.
Mini Crab Cakes
Served with sweet ‘n’ sour sauce.
$300.00
Shrimp Display Market Price
Served with cocktail sauce.
Chocolate Fountain
$350.00 Add
Choose Four: Strawberries Marshmallow
Rice Crispy Treats Pretzels Pineapple
Apple Slices Brownie Bites Wafer Cookies
Levels of Table Service
Buffet Service - Plastic
Clear plastic dishware, silverware, and disposable chafers for $5.00 extra per person.
Buffet Service - China
Full China service buffet style. This is an additional $8.00 per person.
Plated Service
Full China service plated. This is an additional $12.00 per person.
Glassware provided if beverages are purchased. Based on service level.
Special Service Server $20.00 Per hour with a minimum of 4 hours
Disposable Chafers
$20.00 Priced per Chafer *Service charge is not included.
A 22% service charge will be added to any buffet service using China and all plated service.
Service Area and Transportation
Service Area
Main Event Catering routinely caters to locations within a 50 mile drive from our location. Additional distances may be catered to once we have gathered the following information about your event: time, date, general menu selection, and number of guest. If your catering requires a distance of more than 50 miles we will provide a customized quote for you.
Delivery Charge
If we quote a delivery charge with your planned event, it will be quoted as a flat fee and be subject to a 22% service charge and 7.5% tax. Our delivery charge may be based on a combination of total mileage, number of supporting vehicles, and number of supporting team members required to service your event.
Securing Main Event
To turn your event definite with Main Event Catering, both parties will be required to authorize a catering agreement. Main Event Catering will ask you to authorize a credit card authorization and make a 50% non-refundable payment as a deposit. Full estimated payment will be required 72 hours prior to your event.
Banquet Event Orders
Approximately 4 weeks prior to your event, we will contact and ask for the final details of your event. To ensure that we understand your needs, Main Event Catering will send you a detailed and itemized banquet event order for your written approval.
