1. How many people can I invite?

350 for a sit down dinner including a dance floor.

350 for ceremony only.

500 for a cocktail style party.

 2. Is a flip required for weddings?

No. Topa Vista offers different spaces for ceremony, cocktail hour and reception area.

3. Can I rent for multiple days for more set up time?

Yes. One day for setup and one day for breakdown is included. You may addd extra set up and breakdown days are for an additional fee.

4. Do you have parking available?

Yes. There are approximately 60 cars for all vendors and guests parking. More specific information is available upon request. We strongly recommend shuttling all guests in and out.

5. Do I need a planner?

Yes. The venue has endless potential that is only fully met with the aid of a licensed and insured Event Planning team to assist with design, logistics, and day of orchestration.

The venue offers in house coordination services. Check out pricing here.

6. What does the venue include?

All exterior access + 1 getting ready suite + bathroom trailer + trash + security staff

7. What are the typical vendors I will need for my wedding?

Planner | Catering | Licensed Bar & Alcohol | Furniture Rentals | Table Tops | Barware | Linens | Lighting | Kitchen Buildout | Florist | DJ / Band | Dance Floor | Power Generator | Transportation | Photographer | Videographer | Hair & Makeup.

8. Do you have exclusive vendors you work with?

Yes. Topa Vista is exclusive with Bennie K Enterprises for luxury bathrooms.

9. Do you have a preferred vendor list?

Yes. it is available upon request.

10. Am I required to use a preferred planner?

No. However all planners must be pre-approved by the property management.

We recommend using our in-house planning services.

11. Can I bring my own alcohol?

No. Clients are not permitted to bring their own alcohol for liability reasons.

12. Do you provide accommodations?

There are no on site accommodations but a list of wonderful hotels less than 5 minutes away is available.

14. Do I need a generator?

Generators are necessary when hiring a band or extensive lighting. While is is not mandatory for smaller event, we always recommend to rent one in case the power shuts down.

15. Do you allow smoking?

No. This is a non-smoking venue.

16. Is the venue kid’s friendly?

The venue is kid’s friendly however they are not allowed to roam around on their own and must be under a non-drinking adult’s supervision at all times

17. Is the venue pet friendly?

Yes. Pets must be under a sitter’s supervision and on a leash at all times.

Wild animals are also permitted under a care taker’s presence.

18. What is the latest time we can go until?

9:00 p.m. on weekdays and 10:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

19. Can I bring my own caterer?

Yes but ALL caterers must be approved.

20. Can we just use Ubers / Lyfts?

Yes but clients are responsible for any damages caused by any driver entering the property without a liability insurance for the event. We strongly recommend you use a professional transportation company.

21. Can we have our vendors come the next day to breakdown?

Yes. 6 hours is included and additional hours are permitted for an additional fee.

22. Can I have access to the property for my ceremony rehearsals?

Yes. You may have 1 hour that same week of your event. We can confirm 1 month out.

23. Can I tent my event in case of rain?

Yes.

24. Do I need a parking attendant?

Yes. Parking attendant must be present for all venue rental hours. Clients must outsource a parking / valet company. A list of trusted vendors is available.

25. What is the biggest truck we can bring on site for rentals?

20ft long

Trucks and vans beeping sounds to back up will not be permitted on site.

26. What is your policy on open flame and cold sparklers?

Cold sparklers are permitted with a fireman supervision. Open flame are not allowed.

27. What is the earliest we have access to the venue?

9 a.m.

28. Can we get ready on site?

Yes. The venue has 1 indoor area that can be used to get ready in however most of our clients prefer the convenience of their hotel room to get ready.

29. What hours will my Wedding be at?

Weddings itinerary for outdoor venues are created based on the sunset time. Your planner should be able to let you know your options based on your priorities.

30. How do I find out what time the sunset is on the date that I want?

You may google “ Sunset time in Ojai on [your event date]”