Events and Weddings FAQ – Chuckanut Bay Distillery
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Weddings & events

Questions,
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Spaces & capacity

The ballroom can accommodate up to 300 guests depending on configuration, and works for groups from 50 up. For smaller groups of 10 to 50, the mezzanine and speakeasy are ideal, together or separately.

Absolutely. We can accommodate full venue buyouts for weddings or corporate events.

Yes. Depending on availability, the rooftop bar can be reserved as an add-on to any of the other spaces, or as your sole event venue.

Yes. We have several options for an intimate micro wedding, including our Rooftop Bar.

Events can be held any day of the week and any time of year, depending on availability.

Food & drink

Yes. Our fully equipped kitchen and culinary staff offer a complete range of options, from appetizers to buffet style to formal plated service.

As a distillery, drinks are our specialty: cocktails, champagne, beer, wine and an assortment of non-alcoholic drinks.

Definitely. We’ll create one or more cocktails designed and named for your occasion. Bring your ideas, or let our cocktail specialists suggest some.

Because our on-site kitchen and staff offer a complete range of options, we do not allow outside catering at this time.

Yes. Menu and cocktail tastings can be scheduled with our event staff.

Yes. As a venue, catering kitchen and fully licensed bar in one, we’re well positioned to provide a cohesive, all-inclusive wedding.

Planning & vendors

We’re on hand to help your event succeed, but we don’t provide dedicated event planning. We can connect you with great local planners.

We’ll work with your florist of choice, or recommend tried-and-true vendors we’ve worked with.

We don’t have a resident DJ, but we can share people we’ve worked with in the past.

Absolutely. The ballroom’s acoustics are ideal for live performances.

Yes. Our tour is Bellingham’s top-rated activity on Tripadvisor, and we can adapt its length and focus for your group.

On the day

Corded and cordless microphones, speakers and a projector are available for your event.

Yes, there’s ample room for dancing in the ballroom.

There’s an ornate hardwood murphy-style stage that lowers when needed. It measures 16′2″ × 9′5″.

Yes. The speakeasy is a comfortable getting-ready room with a private bathroom, large mirror, tables, couches and a TV.

Yes. Children are welcome in all event areas, except seated right at the bar.

In the Commercial Street parking garage just behind the distillery, or on surrounding streets. Parking is free after 6 pm and all day Sunday.

Still have a question?

Our events team is happy to help, or to show you around. Call (360) 738-7179.

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