elow are the most frequently asked questions about our guidelines for holding your event at The Cruz Building. For questions about our rates, please visit our venue rental pricing page or contact us.

What time does my event have to begin?

What time does my event need to end?

Can we bring in our own caterer and outside vendors?

Do you provide catering or other event planning?

Do you rent individual levels of The Cruz Building?

How long do I have the facility?

Where do my guests park?

Is smoking permitted?

Do you have a different rate for weekend vs. weekday events?

Is there a dance floor?

Is there a noise limit?

What comes with the venue rental fee?

Can I bring my own candles?

What other decorations can we bring?

Can we bring in our own alcohol?

How many people can the rooms accommodate?

Can you accommodate handicapped guests?

 

What time does my event have to begin?

We do not have set hours for events, so you can decide the best time to start and end your event. Your venue fee is based on a 4 or 5-hour event, however, you may extend those hours for an additional fee.

What time does my event need to end?

There is no curfew. Your event must end at the time designated on your contract, but you may choose to extend the hours, at an additional charge.

Can we bring in our own caterer and outside vendors?

The Cruz Building has a preferred list of full service catering companies, which have been approved to work at our venue. We encourage you to choose one from this list. You may choose an outside caterer not on the list, at an additional cost. Furniture and dance floor rentals must be rented directly through the venue. You may choose other vendors for entertainment, linens, etc., based on our approval.

Do you provide catering or other event planning?

No, our focus is to provide you with a truly beautiful and unique facility for your event, while giving you the freedom to choose the caterer and vendors to make it truly your own.

Do you rent individual levels of The Cruz Building?

We rent individual levels of The Cruz Building, Coconut Grove for events only on select days.

How long do I have the facility?

Events at The Cruz Building tend to be intricately planned. You'll have access to the building on the day of your event through several hours following your event, for the purpose of preparation and all vendor Load In/Load Out. You may also extend the hours of your event, or the Load In/Load Out hours for an additional fee.

Where do my guests park?

We will provide you with the professional valet company that serves the Coconut Grove area. They will greet your guests as they arrive at our main entrance on Commodore Plaza. For larger events, or events where guests are being brought from another location, you may also decide to hire a private bus service to bring your guests to the event.

Is smoking permitted?

Yes, smoking is permitted on the outside terraces of The Cruz Building, so your guests who smoke will have a designated smoking area and will not have to leave the festivities. However, absolutely no smoking is permitted inside the building.

Do you have a different rate for weekend vs. weekday events?

Yes. We offer reduced rental fees on events taking place Monday through Thursday, as well as on Fridays and Saturdays. Visit our pricing page for details.

Is there a dance floor?

Depending on the design of your event, you are free to set up a dance floor on any level or the outside terrace. If dancing is being done on marble or wood floors, we do require that you rent a dance floor through us to protect the floors.

Is there a noise limit?

The Cruz Building does reserve the right to control the noise level if it is deemed excessive. As a courtesy to the Coconut Grove community, noise on the outdoor terraces in particular should not be excessive.

What comes with the venue rental fee?

With your rental fee, you have use of all three levels of The Cruz Building, including the outdoor terraces, for your event on the contracted date and time. You will also have use of all luxury amenities, including the sound system, kitchens on all three levels, the VIP/Bridal Chamber with private shower, and Green Room/Groom's Suite, also with private bathroom and shower. If you are having your wedding or Quinceanera reception at the Cruz Building, you may also schedule a photography shoot with your photographer prior to your event.

Can I bring my own candles?

No. The Cruz Building is illuminated with over 40 gas flame lanterns, which gives it a romantic glow. Due to fire hazards, we do not allow candles to be brought in.

What other decorations can we bring?

You are welcome to bring in any decorations as long as it is free standing and will be removed at the end of the event. Nothing can be stapled, nailed, or taped to any property of The Cruz Building. You are welcome to use floral ties to attach garland or arrangements for the sconces or the balcony. Bubbles and real flower petals may be thrown outside. Please see out Rental Agreement for further detail on decorations.

Can we bring in our own alcohol?

Yes. Your caterer may serve alcohol, with proof of appropriate license and insurance.

How many guests can the rooms accommodate?

Based on the design of your event, The Cruz Building can accommodate up to 600 guests for a strolling reception or cocktails. Capacity for sit-down or buffet dinners varies depending on the number of levels used at once, and the design of the event. Each level seats 100 – 200 guests for sit-down dinners, depending on the seating arrangements.

Can you accommodate handicapped guests?

Yes. We have wheelchair ramps for use to get into The Cruz Building, ADA bathrooms, and an elevator for access to all levels.

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