Question 1

Where did the name “The Crofoot” come from?

Accepted Answer

The building that houses the Crofoot Ballroom was built in 1830 and stands as the oldest commercial building in Oakland County. In 1880, the building was renovated by an Oakland county Judge named Michael E. Crofoot. We kept the historic name.

Question 2

I have never been to the Crofoot What’s parking like?

Accepted Answer

Across the street from the Crofoot is a huge privately owned parking lot. Their price for parking ranges from $5-$20 for public events. Parking is included within the rental pricing for weddings and is available in the lot across the street. Metered parking is available on the street for $1 an hour. There is also parking available in several parking structures throughout the neighborhood.

Question 3

Can I get food at the Crofoot?

Accepted Answer

Food is available at some of our public events, but generally speaking, we recommend eating before you come to a show. M1 Grill is on the next block, and Fillmore 13 (a brewery with great food) is across the street.

Question 4

What is the difference between The Crofoot Ballroom, The Pike Room, The Vernors Room, and The Crofoot Cafe?

Accepted Answer

The Crofoot is a multi-room entertainment complex. This versatile space can be configured to accommodate a gathering ranging from 2,000 guests all the way down to an intimate gathering of a dozen friends. At times, each room hosts different events. At others, all rooms are open and guests are free to wander.

Question 5

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

Accepted Answer

The Crofoot has five spaces that can be rented individually or as a package depending on your vision and goals.

Question 6

What is included within the rental fee of the Crofoot Ballroom?

Accepted Answer

We included the following items within the rental pricing: - Guest parking - Tables - Chairs - Lounge furniture - Management - Hosts - Full intelligent lighting and sound - A lighting and sound engineer to operate and program sound and lights - Use of our 12 X 16 foot LCD projector screen - Flat screen TVs - Day of coordination services - Clean up

Question 7

Can we bring our own alcohol?

Accepted Answer

All beverage services must be provided by the Crofoot in accordance with our liquor license and insurance.

Question 8

Do you have on-site parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, parking is included within the rental fee of the Crofoot Ballroom for the day of your event.

Question 9

Do you have accessible facilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our facilities are wheelchair accessible. We have ramps throughout the facility, as well as an elevator available for public use in our main lobby.

Question 10

What is your off-peak season?

Accepted Answer

As we do public events and other private gatherings throughout the year, January and July are the months that we would consider "off-peak".

Question 11

What is your peak season?

Accepted Answer

Our most popular months for events are May, June, August, September, October, November, and December.

Question 12

Do we need to get insurance?

Accepted Answer

No, our venue is fully insured.

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