Frequently Asked Questions
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vENUE RENTAL + EVENT DETAILS
What IS THE LINDEN CLUB?
The Linden Club is a club available for rental, designed to host weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. It offers flexible, full service space with food, beverage, and event services provided by 24 Carrots Catering & Events.
What spaces are included in the venue rental?
All indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the property are exclusively for you during your event, including: the Uptown Ballroom, Terrace Ballroom, Parlor Room & The Finery Lounge & Bar, and (2) Green Rooms called The Founders Room & The Card Room. The Linden Club has the flexibility of many different types of layouts! The Uptown or Terrace Ballroom can be utilized for ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner receptions with 24 Carrots staff flipping any spaces based on your itinerary. The Uptown Ballroom can seat up to 350 guests, and the Terrace Ballroom can seat up to 190 guests. Please talk with your venue representative about suggested layouts based on guest count and preferences. The Linden Club is available starting at 10am the day of your event, until up to 12am.
What is the capacity?
The Linden Club can accommodate up to 540 guests within the entire venue for a full cocktail-style reception. Our beautiful Uptown Ballroom accommodates up to 350 guests for a seated reception without a dance floor and 320 with a dance floor, and The Terrace Ballroom 190 guests for a seated reception without a dance floor and 170 with a dance floor.
How much time is included in the venue rental?
Six (6) hours of event time are included with the venue rental from event start time to event conclusion. Events must conclude by no later than 12am. Vendors may arrive as early as 10am and must complete strike by 1am.
What is required to secure a date at THE LINDEN CLUB?
A signed catering and venue contract with 24 Carrots and 20% payment is required to secure a date (or 50% payment if the event date is within 6 months). Please note that venue date availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. Preliminary dates included in proposals do not guarantee date availability and will only be guaranteed upon receipt and payment. Holds are not available, and discussion of dates or receipt of a proposal does not guarantee a reservation.
Are there on-site accomOdations for getting ready?
Get ready for your closeup! The Linden Club offers (2) Green Room spaces onsite, (The Founders Room & The Card Room) to primp and prepare for your big day. The primary Green Room offers (5) vanities with mirrors, seating, large flat screen tv, plenty of storage space during your event and luxurious lounge sofa. The secondary Green Room includes table, furniture, and large flat screen tv.
Are there overnight accommodations available?
While we do not have overnight accommodation on the property, the surrounding Long Beach area offers various accommodation options that we are happy to recommend.
What are the options for parking?
The Linden Club offers parking onsite that guests and vendors are welcome to park in. We have (2) parking lots located on each side of the venue with 76 spaces total. Plus an additional (104 regular 5 handicap) parking spaces available in the center median directly in front of the venue from Linden Ave. & 36th St to Linden Ave. & 37th St. If all spaces are full the surrounding neighborhood has additional street parking available. Please contact your venue representative for additional details.
Is the venue ADA accessible?
Yes, the venue includes wheelchair ramps located at the Main Entrance and the Terrace Ballroom by the Pool Deck area. Both are accessible at street level.
CAN WE USE THE POOL FOR OUR EVENT?
Currently, the pool at The Linden Club is not available for use during events. While it may serve as a visual or design element within the space, guest use of the pool is currently not permitted for safety and operational reasons. Should this change in the future, our team will be sure to communicate any updated options with you in advance to your event.
Does the venue allow pets?
Furry friends are welcome for your ceremony! Pets must arrive within 30 minutes of the ceremony and depart no later than 30 minutes following the ceremony. Pets must be leashed at all times and remain in outside areas. Please contact us if additional accommodation is needed.
When can I schedule my rehearsal FOR MY WEDDING CEREMONY?
A one-hour rehearsal is included in every contract and is optional. Rehearsals are permitted during standard business hours, pending venue availability, and can be tentatively reserved starting 30 days prior to your event. Should your preferred rehearsal date and time be unavailable, 24 Carrots will gladly recommend local options to rehearse for your event. Please contact your event representative for details and availability.
Can we change the guest count after booking?
Yes, rest assured that your guest count can increase up to venue capacity or reduce by 10% of your signed, initial contract. For example, if you sign the 24 Carrots contract for 100 guests, your contract allows changes to as low as 90 guests. Final guest counts, final selections, and the final payment are due 10 business days prior to your event date.
What are my options in the case of rain or inclement weather?
Not to worry! Either of our indoor Ballrooms are a beautiful alternative option in the case of rain or inclement weather. Your venue representative will work with you to adjust and create alternative event layouts as needed. If you prefer to tent the outdoor deck, please speak with your venue representative for tent rental options through 24 Carrots’ exclusive vendor.
What is the cancellation policy?
All payments made to 24 Carrots are non-refundable and non-transferable. For cancellations more than 30 days prior to your event date, all payments made will be forfeited. For cancellations within 30 days of your event date, the full contract balance will be due and forfeited. Please reference the 24 Carrots and The Linden Club venue contract terms and conditions for further details.
24 CARROTS VENDORS + OUTSIDE VENDORS
What does 24 Carrots provide for my event?
Catering and bar services, staffing, equipment, security, and dining rental items (specified below under Rentals + Décor) are exclusively provided by 24 Carrots. Clients are welcome to provide their own wedding cake and specialty desserts. 24 Carrots will cut and serve your wedding cake complimentary.
An outside caterer may be permitted by request and approval only to provide traditional, cultural, or ethnic cuisine, should 24 Carrots be unable to produce the requested menu in-house. 24 Carrots will continue to provide all bar services, staffing, and rental equipment. Please contact us for more information and requirements for an outside caterer.
What outside vendors may I hire directly?
You are welcome to bring in your own vendors for wedding coordination, photography, videography, florals, officiant, entertainment, photo booth, select specialty rentals, signage, decorations, wedding cake, and specialty desserts. Every vendor must provide proof of insurance as required in the Venue Rental Contract.
Is insurance required for my vendors?
General Liability insurance listing 24 Carrots as additionally insured is required for each of your vendors that will be on-site during your event. This includes but is not limited to coordinator, florist, photographers, videographers, photo booth, bakery, hair and makeup artists, and officiant. If vendors have employees working at the event, a certificate of insurance for Workman’s Compensation must also be provided. Please see the Linden Club venue rental contract terms for a complete list of vendor insurance requirements.
wHEN CAN MY OUTSIDE VENDORS SET UP?
Vendor load-in and event setup may begin as early 10am. Two loading spots are located outside of our building and are available for loading and unloading until 24 Carrots Staff arrive 2.5 hours prior to the event’s start time.
CAN I bring in a DJ, band or other live musicians?
Live bands, DJ, and any form of amplified live music are welcome. 24 Carrots is happy to provide a list of recommendations based on your specific needs and budget. Please contact us for more information about the requirements.
Do you have a noise ordinance?
Yes, our indoor and outdoor curfew for events is 12am. We kindly ask that all guests and vendors be off property within 1 hour of your event end time, not to exceed 1am.
Is a wedding coordinator required?
Yes, a wedding coordinator is required as they will be the primary point of contact leading up to and on the day of your event for the venue, 24 Carrots team, and all vendors. 24 Carrots is happy to provide a list of recommended wedding coordinators based on your specific needs and budget. A coordinator must be booked at least 60 days prior to the client’s wedding day. Additional details regarding coordinator requirements, such as insurance, can be found in your contract.
FOOD + BEVERAGES + MENU
Can we taste our menu OPTIONS / Do you offer private tastings?
Yes! Tastings are one of our favorite parts of the planning process and are complimentary after booking and signing your venue and catering contracts. Private tastings are hosted at the 24 Carrots corporate offices in Costa Mesa and are recommended 4-6 months prior to your event date. If your event has not been booked yet, a tasting fee applies and will be credited towards your initial deposit upon booking. Additional guests will be charged a non-refundable tasting fee.
May I bring in my own alcohol or bar services?
Bar services and all alcohol are exclusively provided and served by 24 Carrots. Outside alcohol is not permitted at any time. For getting ready beverage options, please reach out to your venue representative.
RENTALS + DÉCOR
What rental items are included with the venue?
The venue rental includes Bentwood Chairs with cushions in white, ivory, or black for up to (550) guests (54) 72” Round Tables, (6) 30” Round High Cocktail Tables (6) 30” Low Round Cocktail Tables (5) 6’ X 30” Rectangular Tables (5) 8’ X 30” Rectangular Tables (2) Fully Built in Bars, (1) Built in Stage. Additional tables, chairs, and comprehensive event rentals including additional lighting and décor are available through 24 Carrots Catering & Events.
What rental & décor items must be provided through 24 Carrots?
All additional rentals including tables, linens/napkins, chairs, tableware, bar service rentals, lounge furniture, dance floor, lighting, etc. must be provided by 24 Carrots through our exclusive rental & lighting partners. For upgraded rental options and pricing, please speak with your venue representative.
What rental & décor items may I bring in?
You are welcome to bring in your own flowers, decorations, select specialty rentals, and signage. We do not allow for any permanent changes to the property structures including staples, tape, nails, screws, or other materials that could leave marks. You may use zip ties, twine, or fishing wire to hang any décor and your vendors must bring their own set-up equipment and ladders. Full flower buds are permitted in the main fountain, but flower petals and loose pieces are not permitted. Please contact your venue representative if additional accommodation is needed.
Are there any items that are prohibited on the property?
We strive to create and maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all guests so confetti, glitter, silly string, fireworks, sparklers of any kind, cold sparkler machines, and fog machines are not permitted at any time.
Are candles permitted at the venue?
Candles or any open flame is not permitted at The Linden Club. Alternative flame-free options are only allowed if approved by the venue prior to your event. Clients are responsible for any damage to linens and/or tables due to wax or other substances.
Is a dance floor required?
No, dance floor rentals are optional. Please speak with your venue representative for dance floor rental option through 24 Carrots’ exclusive rental partner.
FOR ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT THE LINDEN CLUB.
info@thelindenclub.com
562.247.0360
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