Skip to main content
Weddings

About

Idletyme Brewery & Restaurant is a Stowe, Vermont-based restaurant perfect for a rehearsal dinner celebration. Whether you imagine a full rental of the space as your guests enjoy a hosted bar and passed hors d’oeuvres, or you imagine a more casual setting where guests pay their own way, Idletyme is the ideal rehearsal dinner location for you. With its captivating rustic atmosphere, fresh beer brewed on-site, and good food everyone will love, there’s no better space to host your friends and family than Idletyme.

Facilities and Capacity

In Idletyme’s private event room, there’s space for up to 100 of your closest family and friends. For celebrations larger than 100, the entire restaurant can be rented out to accommodate up to 300 guests. The venue’s outdoor patio can also be utilized when the weather is nice to enjoy a freshly poured brew beneath the sun. No matter which space you choose, the atmosphere at Idletyme is filled with charm. The steel grey walls with southwestern rugs and pristine furniture make for a modern yet rustic look your friends and family will love.

Services Offered

The team at Idletyme understands how important great service is for a successful rehearsal dinner. They provide all the food, drinks and quality service you need, so all that’s left for you to do is show up and enjoy your celebration. Their services include:

  • Setup
  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering
  • Barware
  • Flatware
  • China
  • Linens
  • Tables
  • Chairs
  • Parking

Cuisine

Along with the inviting atmosphere, the cuisine at Idletyme is the thing that keeps guests coming back. By brewing beer in-house, this restaurant consistently offers fresh local beers. And because there’s no such thing as a great party without great food, the dishes at Idletyme are filled with flavor and topped off with exquisite presentations.

*Food is seasonally prepared*

illustration popular

Venues you may like

See other venues that are popular with couples right now

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?

$3,900

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

$1,000

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

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

Bartender(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Brewery
Garden
Restaurant

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
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
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
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
June
July
August
September
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
June
July
August
September
October
December

Reviews of Idletyme Brewing Company

A
Amy S. Sent on 10/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great Rehearsal Dinner at Idletyme!

We had a great time at Idletyme for our rehearsal dinner! We rented out the back space and had a buffet-style meal that was absolutely delicious. Can't recommend them enough!
J
Jane Sent on 09/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect for our small wedding!

Absolutely loved Idletyme. We worked with Becca and Heather was the server for us. They were fantastic and offered so many options. We had a small family wedding in the back of the restaurant looking onto the patio. Delicious food and yummy drinks. Service was perfect, we had a charcuterie board and pretzel bread for a start and went on to salads, I had swordfish and my partner had steak-frittes. I can’t wait to come back on a non wedding day and just enjoy a meal. Super cool that they brew their own beer but I also loved the spicy margarita!
S
S Mccurdy Sent on 06/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Elegant Stowe Wedding

Claudia and the team at Idletyme produced a beautiful Rehearsal Dinner for 40+ and a rollicking Welcome Party for 210 for our Daughter's wedding in June. Although we had planned an outdoor party in their beautiful garden, rain forced us indoors at the last moment. Idletyme responded immediately and served everyone as though this was the plan all along! The evening was a great kick off to a beautiful June wedding in Stowe.
M
Michelle Sent on 01/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful wedding rehearsal dinner

Had our rehearsal dinner in the front bar and dining room in Nov. 2022. Claudia was such a delight to work with in the planning and organizing, helping us work through a fluctuating guest list count and maintaining transparency about the costs. The ambiance was great, food was delicious, the staff took incredible care of all our guests, and they did a great job of ensuring the space felt private for our event. Would 100% recommend working with them for an event. Thanks to Claudia and the Idletyme team!
Stephanie
Stephanie Sent on 01/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding on short notice...

My husband and I were planning to be married in 2020 before the COVID epidemic, but plans were interrupted. Once regulations relaxed some, Idletyme allowed us to reserve an entire room to have a family dinner and an informal ceremony (the wedding was a surprise to some). The ceremony was brief, poignant, funny and met with tears, laughter and applause. The dinner was sublime. The staff was wonderful - and they were joyfully implicit in the ruse...Thank you all!! WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Five stars!!
K
Kristi Sent on 12/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best location for our rehearsal dinner

Claudia was so attentive and cared about our evening. She made sure everything was perfect. So many of our guests commented what a fun evening with amazing food.
D
Ben S. Sent on 12/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Lovely welcome dinner!

We booked Idletyme for my son’s welcome dinner in June. It was a wonderful experience for our party of 30. The porch was intimate for everyone to feel comfortable, the food was superb and the waitstaff couldn’t have been better. It was a perfect evening. Thank you, Idletyme.
A
Alexandra Sent on 12/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Rehearsal Dinner!

In September, we hosted our rehearsal dinner at Idletyme and could not have been happier with our choice. The coordinator, Ava, was a pleasure to work with throughout the planning process - responsive, flexible, and professional. When we arrived, everything was beautifully arranged and all our guests enjoyed the great food, drinks, and service. We had just under 40 people and were on the wraparound porch - there was another party in the adjoining room, and while we heard a couple of their louder toasts, it was a total non-issue. Would definitely recommend!
Katie
Katie Sent on 06/19/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our experience hosting our rehearsal dinner at Idletyme was fantastic. From the appetizers / drink service that was provided on the lawn out back to the buffet dinner, everything was perfect! Quinn McDonagh was great to work with during the planning process - very flexible and responsive. She helped us to determine the best way to provide open bar for our guests during happy hour & created a customized drink selection menu during dinner. I'd highly recommend Idletyme to anyone that is looking for a classy yet laid back place to host an event, with great food and of course craft beer and an authentic Vermont vibe :)
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Awards

9

Map

Next Restaurant Weddings: The Foundry at Summit Pond

Other vendors in Burlington for your wedding

Wedding Venues