Frequently Asked Questions

Elegant banquet hall decorated with white floral centerpieces, tall candlesticks, and gold accents with a large black chandelier hanging from the ceiling.

FAQ’s

  • Highbanks can accommodate 300 guests.

  • Absolutely! Here’s what we have for you:

    200 white folding chairs for outdoor ceremonies

    300 black Willow chairs for indoors

    40 - 8ft rectangular tables

    30 - 60” round tables

    10 - Cocktail tables

  • We have black linens for all of our tables. You’re welcome to use them for your event or you can use your own.

  • Yes! Highbanks is proudly LGBTQ friendly and welcomes all love stories.

  • Yes! Highbanks is ADA compliant. From parking to restrooms, we have you covered!

  • Tours are by appointment only. We would love to show you the venue and discuss event details. Call or Text (812) 766-8016 or schedule a tour HERE.

  • To book an event, we will need a signed contract with a non-refundable down payment. This can all be done online or in-person.

  • You are able to pay online or in person. Cash, check, ACH or debit/credit cards are accepted.

    Credit cards are subject to a processing fee.

  • We’ve made it easy! Wedding packages have the option to pay the full amount upfront or it can be broken down into smaller payments with the option of auto-pay.

    Payment 1: Non-refundable on the day of signing the contract.

    Payment 2 and beyond: we have flexible payment options available to make your life that much easier!

    Bar Package fee is separate.

  • All weddings at Highbanks are required to purchase event insurance. Non-Wedding events at Highbanks are only required to purchase insurance if alcohol is being served. 

    Any insurance agent can procure this policy for you. It is an additional layer of protection for our guests.

    Highbanks must be listed as additionally insured.

  • You are only responsible for removing your personal items and decor. If we’ve arranged to purchase your decor for our Highbanks Decor Inventory program, we will take care of the rest!

  • As much as we love the look, confetti, glitter, rice, silly string, nails/tacks/glue/staples/duct tape and fog machines are not allowed. Fireworks and pyrotechnics of any kind are strictly prohibited on the premises of Highbanks. However, handheld sparklers are permitted in designated outdoor areas with prior approval from Highbanks.

  • Highbanks holds a full-service liquor license. All alcohol and bar packages must be purchased through Highbanks. Personal or BYOB alcohol of any kind is strictly prohibited and could result in the cancellation of your event. The bar package will be a separate fee from your venue rental.

  • Absolutely! Highbanks is an Open Vendor venue, with the exception of our bar services. We always suggest you use professional vendors to ensure your day runs smooth.

  • As much as we love them, please leave furry friends at home unless they’re part of the ceremony and approved in advance.

  • Yes! Highbanks offers on-site parking as well as a shuttle service to and from the venue.

  • Absolutely! Lake side or under our large covered porch. If the ceremony needs to be moved indoors, our staff will take care of flipping the venue for the reception.

  • Unfortunately, not at this time.

  • Of course! If you choose The Elizabeth or The Sarah package, rehearsals are already built into your package.

  • We can be contacted by phone: call or text (812) 766-8016 or email: info@highbankseventcenter.com

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