GUIDELINES TO KNOW WHILE YOU PLAN YOUR EVENT
The event staff will help you create the experience you want and guide you through the planning process. Enhance your event with additional rentals or customize every detail with personalized decorations - our team is ready to help you build the event of your dreams.
The Neu Neu reserves the right to review event plans to ensure they are compatible with our mission
food/beverage
The Neu Neu works exclusively with approved caterers. Due to the historic nature of our facilities located in the North Loop Neighborhood of Minneapolis, some vendors are required to sign off on our “Vendor Agreement Policy“ required to help protect and preserve this historic building. Catering vendors on our list have agreed to terms and conditions of protecting and preserving the historic site. You may choose a caterer from our approved list for your event. Confirm approved vendors with our sales team.
Outside caterers are available for an additional fee to be paid by the client. Outside caterers must be approved and must agree to all guidelines, meet with Neu Neu staff and tour the facilities. Catering Staffing is required for all events, "drop off" caterers or food trucks are not permitted unless paired with a full service caterer.
Neu Neu staff is not responsible for clean up of the facilities due to food/beverage service. They are also not allowed to handle or serve food. Additional fees apply if excessive clean up is required post event.
timing
Rental hours are available from 7am12am daily. Events must conclude by 12am. Amplified music may not continue after this time.
insurance
A certificate of insurance from the client's insurance company, naming The North Loop Event Center, LLC as an additionally insured party must be provided at least 2 weeks prior to the event.
bar Bar service is required to end 30 minutes before the departure time of guests. Food must be served in conjunction with alcohol service. All liquor service is required to be served by an approved server.
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deliveries
A complete list of vendors with contact information must be provided to The Neu Neu no later than 2 weeks prior to your event. The Neu Neu team will work directly with your events coordinator to arrange arrival times for all vendors/deliveries.
All rental items are to be delivered the day of the event and picked-up immediately following the evebt. We do not allow overnight/over weekend storage of rental items.
The Neu Neu reserves the right to deny any delivery or set up that does not arrive at the designated time on the event contract.
If additional hours are needed for set up, these can be purchased hourly. Contact the Neu Neu team for availability.
audio/visual
The main studio is equipped with standard audio/visual equipment including, mic/mic stand, and two speakers. Projection connection is available.
We do not offer tech support. You will be given a small tutorial and then operation of equipment is up to you.
signs/decor
The Neu Neu reserved the right to preapprove all signage, decor and decoration. We do not allow confetti/glitter, water beads, rice, birdseed, open flames or live animals during events. Ice sculptures are permitted with preapproval. Nothing may be affixed to any surface.
load out
At the end of the event, clients must remove all decorations and any other articles brought into the facilities. Any items left at The Neu Neu longer than 5 days will be considered abandoned and disposed of unless you have communicated to our team and arranged for pick up at a later date.
damage/excessive cleaning
The client is responsible for any and all damages that occur as a result of the event, including damage to the building, fixtures, equipment, personal property and excessive cleaning. The client will be billed for the repair/replacement charges/excessive cleaning after the event; minimum of $400 Repairs will be billed hourly at $125/hr
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For any event, it is crucial to consider the appropriate amount of space needed to accommodate the number of guests you plan to host. Sit down dinners will need more space than cocktail style events. Below are some suggestions to help you plan.
Buffet seating (every guest seated) - space required 8-10 sq ft per guest
Sit down served seating (every guest seated) - requires 10-12 sq ft per guest
Cocktail seating (50% of guests have a seat) - space required 5-8 sq ft per guest
Please note - there must always be 8-10 ft clearance around buffets and bars
Wedding Ceremonies:
150 theater-style seating (requires room flip)
150 cabaret-style seating (no room flip)
24 seated VIP's & 150 cocktail style standing guests (requires room flip)
Seating for 6-8
Plastic folding tables, require linens.
Linen sizes needed:
(2) 90" x 90" 90" x 132"
Seating for 6-8
Wood tables, do not need linens.
Linen sizes needed: 90" x 156" 108" x 132"
estimated seating capacity dance floor
Seating for 8-10
Plastic folding tables, require linens.
Linen sizes needed: 120" or 132" rounds *chargers for 8 guests only
Your dance floor is an important focal point at your event if you choose to include dancing. If you do not want to be charged a "room flip fee" there must be enough room remaining for the dance floor on the floorplan If tables must be removed prior to dancing, coordinate with your catering staff to assist in this.
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6' x 30" Table 8' x 30" Table 60" Table
cleaning
In order to meet public health guidelines that require social distancing and avoidance of virus transmission occuring through physical contact of people or surfaces, the following cleaning and sanitation procedures are being implemented.
The Neu Neu will be fully cleaned prior to any event, with emphasis on cleaning throughout your event period, with staff required to wipe down frequently touched areas regularly. Increased frequency of cleaning and disinfecting, focusing on high-touch surfaces, tables, door handles, faucets, with attention to these ares helping to remove bacteria and viruses, including coronavirus. Increased ventilation in all areas, bringing outside air in and using HEPA filters during re-circulation of air.
Disposable masks will be worn by staff if asked. All staff must maintain distance away from the public when feasable. All staff is required to do a daily COVID-19 screening, answering a list of questions regarding their health status and any contacts with sick/verified individuals. Our team and catering staff is required to wash hasnds often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, if warm soap and water are not available, disposable gloves are required.
pets
Non-service animals may be present for wedding ceremonies. They may be on site for one hour before the ceremony so they can be present for photos and the ceremony itself, however, must stay on a leash and have an assigned caregiver at all times.Your pet must immediately leave once alcohol service has begun. There are no exceptions to this policy.
fees
Rental fees remain the same whether you hold a ceremony only, reception only, or ceremony and reception. Our prices do not change based on number of guests or length of time guests are on-site.
All costs of food, rentals, and additional items are coordinated separately from The Venue and are the responsibility of the client.
behavior
Behavior or activities that are offensive, abusive, illegal or which may result in the endangerment of guests, personnel, visitors, or facilities are expressly prohibited. Security may request that individuals leave the premises. Venue staff may terminate any event at any time if in their reasonable judgement, the event endangers guests in the facilities.
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floor plans
Floorplans and logistics typically begin 12-8 weeks prior to your event and are finalized no later than 2 weeks before your event. Non-standard floorplans may require additional time. Your Neu Neu team can provide floor plan options based on your guest count and events you plan to have occur on site, like ceremony/dancing. Additiaon fees may apply for set-up support or room flip. The facility is delivered "as-is" with one floorplan and clients are responsible for all set up unless a room flip fee has been paid.
site visits
The Neu Neu is available during select times for site visits and meetings regarding your event rental. We strongly recommend scheduling a walk through with your day-ofcoordinator during the planning process. We also encourage you to attend our events or an open house so you can see how an event flows in the space while you consider logistics. Or you can schedule a visit online.
Neu Neu hours of operation are Monday-Friday 10am - 6pm. The facilities are closed for tours on most major holidays.
THANK YOU!
Thank you for choosing The Neu Neu to host your event. The Neu Neu is pleased to make our facilities available for you. We ask that you study these guidelines carefully and follow all policies and procedures becuase it's a historic building.
The Neu Neu is committed to providing a high level of service throughout the coordination and execution of your event. This guide is meant to serve as a resource during your event planning process. We understand that special requests, needs, and unforseen circumstances may arise.
Ask your dedicated team member for additional information on rates, space capacities, set-up limitations, furniture, available rentals, etc! We are here to support you!
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