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Fontenelle Forest was founded in 1913, and is one of Nebraska's oldest conservation organizations and largest private Nature Centers in the nation. It has several great locations for any type of event, to include weddings and receptions! In 2019 and 2020, Fontenelle Forest was voted Best Wedding Reception Venue by Sarpy County People’s Choice Awards and Most Scenic Spot by Best of Bellevue! It’s the perfect venue to celebrate your special day and make it a truly unique experience for you and your guests.

The Forest Room is a 3,000 sq. foot reception hall surrounded with views of the forest canopy. Equipped with a stone fireplace, private balcony, built-in A/V system with screen and projector, it can hold 175 guests with banquet seating.

The Great Hall has floor to ceiling windows and beautiful wood work. The Hall includes Gallery space to hold 75 guests with banquet seating or up to 150 guests for a cocktail reception. Dennis Plaza can be added to your rental for a beautiful outdoor space. These areas are perfect for ceremonies or cocktail hours. Or, rent the entire Nature Center, which holds 225 guests with seating throughout multiple rooms, and includes all of the above with indoor/outdoor locations.

Camp Brewster is a unique 1920's rustic wooden lodge with expansive private grounds just down the road from the Nature Center. Features: hardwood floors, wagon wheel chandeliers, a stone fireplace, and lots of green space overlooking the river. The lodge can hold up to 80 guests with banquet seating. A perfect spot for smaller groups!

Catering Creations is the exclusive caterer and event producer for rental events at Fontenelle Forest. The event experts at Catering Creations will help you find the best menu and bar for your event. They will also work with you on planning your event, making sure no detail is forgotten. Catering Creations has been voted Best of Omaha every year since 2010! Fully staffed, with years of experience, you're truly in great hands!

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$2,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Lighting/Sound
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$12.50

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

House Beer
House Wine

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Campsite/Cabin
Garden
Historic Building
Park

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

China
Flatware

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Fontanelle Forest frequently asked questions

Fontanelle Forest includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Fontanelle Forest includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
The bar service starting price at Fontanelle Forest includes:
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Fontanelle Forest for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Campsite/Cabin
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Park
Fontanelle Forest offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Fontanelle Forest offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Fontanelle Forest offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
Fontanelle Forest offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Tables
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