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Q: Are there any additional fees for this Dripping Springs wedding venue?
A: At Mae’s Ridge, all taxes and fees are included in our transparent pricing. Our rates remain consistent year-round, varying only by the day of the week.
Security Deposit: A $1,000 refundable deposit is required (contingent on event insurance).
Extended Time: Additional setup or late-night cleanup hours are available for $300/hour.
Breakdown: We include 1 hour of post-event breakdown time in our standard pricing.
Q: Do you offer All-Inclusive Austin wedding packages?
A: While we focus on bespoke events rather than traditional all-inclusive plans, we provide a curated list of elite vendors to help you design a dream wedding that reflects your personal style. To create a seamless "one-stop-shop" experience, we also provide a list of recommended planners and coordinators.
Q: Can we bring our own catering to this Hill Country venue?
A: Yes! We offer an extensive list of approved caterers, ranging from classic Austin Tex-Mex and Italian to traditional BBQ. If you have a specific favorite restaurant not on our list, you may use them provided you hire a professional, approved staffing company.
Q: Is a wedding coordinator required at Mae's Ridge?
A: Yes, we require at least a 6-week coordinator to ensure your day runs flawlessly. We provide an expert list of partners who are deeply familiar with our property.
Q: Is there a rain plan for an outdoor Texas Hill Country wedding?
A: Absolutely. We offer three stunning outdoor ceremony spots, including a covered pavilion with breathtaking Hill Country views which can also be your Rain Plan. In the event of inclement weather, your ceremony and reception can be held seamlessly within our sophisticated main hall as another option.
Q: What is the cancellation policy for your Hill Country venue? A: We understand that plans can change. If you decide to cancel your wedding, we immediately mark the date as "available" to give other couples a chance to book.
If the date is rebooked: You only lose your $1,000 security deposit.
If the date remains unbooked: You remain responsible for fulfilling your contractual obligations and paying the remainder of your invoice.
A: If you decide to cancel your wedding, we mark the date as “available” so someone else has the chance to book your date. If the date is not booked, you must fulfill your contractual obligations and pay out the remainder of your invoice, but if someone else books the date you only lose your $1,000 security deposit.
Q: Do you provide tables, linens, and dinnerware?
A: To help streamline your Austin wedding planning, we include all tables and chairs in our venue fee. For other essentials:
Linens & Tableware: You will need to rent these through your caterer or a third-party rental company.
Glassware: Our required bartending service offers glassware to our couples at no additional cost. free!
Q: Is there parking available, and do rideshare services service the area?
A: We offer ample on-site parking for parties of up to 185 guests. For larger celebrations, we require a shuttle service to ensure everyone arrives safely.
Rideshares: While Uber and Lyft will drop off at our Dripping Springs location, please do not count on them to be available to pick up at the end of the night due to the amount of wedding venues out in the Hill Country they may be delayed. We highly recommend pre-scheduling a ride or utilizing a shuttle service from nearby Austin hotels.
Q: What is the best lodging for a Dripping Springs wedding? A: You and your guests will have plenty of high-end options nearby, most of which are less than 15 minutes away. Local favorites include Hillside Acres Retreat (located directly across the street), Cricket Hill Ranch, Mystic Sky Ranch, and Cactus Moon.
Q: Are fireworks or sparklers allowed for our exit?
A: To protect the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country, we do not allow traditional sparklers, fireworks, confetti, or rice. However, we do allow cold sparklers from a few select, approved companies.
Q: What are the decoration restrictions at Mae’s Ridge? A: We want you to make the space your own! We just ask that no permanent alterations are made. This means no nails, screws, or tape on the floors. Candles are welcome as long as they are contained within a glass votive. Again, no confetti, rice, or birdseed.
Q: Do we have to use vendors from your list?
A: You are only required to use vendors from our catering, bar, and planners list. Everything else is completely up to you! We send out a vendor list once you tour.
Q: Are there changing rooms for the bride/groom/wedding party?
A: Yes! We have bridal suite included inside the reception hall and a separate wedding party or Groom’s suite decked out with a pool table, shuffleboard, arcade games, and mini bar. Everyone can get ready at the venue, and if you don’t want to see your fiancé before the ceremony, there’s no chance to bump into them since they are separate buildings! We are also under construction at the moment building a new Bridal Building- stay tuned for updates on Instagram
Q: Are we allowed to bring in our own food & alcohol while we get ready for the day?
A: Absolutely! You can bring in whatever snacks and alcohol you like, but just note that once the bartenders arrive you cannot drink anything you brought in for the day, only what they serve.