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Big Tin Cotton Gin

Big Tin Cotton Gin

San Tan Valley, AZ
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    Nicole S. Sent on 01/13/2025
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    Perfect Venue!

    There were TONS of kids at my wedding and the indoor/outdoor set up made it so the kids had somewhere to run and play. Planning my event was so easy. There was always somebody available to answer my questions and help make my decor come to life. I really enjoyed that I was able to use all my own vendors as well as get recommendations for vendors the Gin had worked with before.

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Thanks Nicole, you were so beautiful, and I was honored to be a little part of your special day. I am so glad everything went the way you wanted it to go and how great it turned out. I wish both of you the best of luck in everything! Love you, Julie
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    Eloiza Sent on 12/05/2024
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    We love the big tin!

    We loved our wedding day and the big tin was a huge part of it. We’re so thankful to Julie and her team for an exceptional wedding day & the venue was beautiful. Our wedding day did have a probability of getting rain and they were able to provide me a back up plan immediately. Thankfully it wasn’t needed and it went off without a hitch!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Thank you Eloiza for your kind words. You are so sweet and your day was beautiful. We loved having you here. Good luck with everything.
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    A. Sent on 11/08/2024
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    Great venue!

    We got married at the Big tin Cotton Gin last month and it was everything we hoped for. Julie and her staff are amazing! They are all so friendly, helpful, and made sure every aspect of event ran smoothly. It was easy to work with the team throughout the entire planning phase. The venue is so unique and beautifully decorated. Thank you Big Tin!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Thank you for your kind words. Your wedding was beautiful and everyone was so nice. We wish you the best of everything!
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    Patricia C. Sent on 11/15/2024
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    Amazing venue!

    We absolutely loved having our wedding at the cotton gin. We had an outdoor ceremony with an indoor reception. Julie is vet attentive to your needs and has so many options. Our chairs for both ceremony and reception were included as well as tables and decor! There's nothing I would change!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Patricia, you were such a beautiful and fun bride. We love having you here. Everyone seemed to have a great time. Good luck with everything!
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    Naomi Sent on 04/29/2024
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    Expert services with a personal touch

    The venue is lovely, of course, and the wooden chandeliers are darling, but what puts The Big Tin Cotton Gin on the map is the team. The chaos and stress of planning a wedding can sometimes eat you alive, and the Cotton Gin team helps ground you and help you create an experience that is uniquely authentic to you and your fiancé. You are not required to use their preferred vendors, but we were really impressed by the ones we did hire from that list. They were patient with every change and adjustments, and we didn’t have to worry about anything on our special day. If you’re looking for a venue for your wedding that has both outdoor and indoor options that feels timeless, I strongly encourage you to give them a visit. They are sure to set the bar high for what your wedding planning support should look like.

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Naomi, we love you and Jake and the wedding was absolutely beautiful. Had a great time and so did everyone. Good luck with everything!
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    Katie D. Sent on 04/25/2024
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    Unforgettable Wedding Day

    From the initial concept to the final execution, Julie and Kristin were incredibly helpful, kind, and organized, making our wedding planning process seamless. The venue itself was stunning, creating the perfect backdrop for our special day. Every detail was executed flawlessly, and the entire day felt like a dream come true. Words truly can't express how grateful we are for their exceptional service and support. Our wedding day was unforgettable, thanks to their dedication and expertise.

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Hi Katie, thank you so much for your kind words. I am glad that everything was what you were wanting. We wish you the best of luck!! Julie
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    Leticia T. Sent on 04/01/2024
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    Beautiful and Stress Free!!

    I love this venue and the staff!!!! As a mother who was planning 2 weddings in a space of 3 months, having the staff from the Big Tin Cotton Gin to help me was amazing! Not only was the venue super cute, they have a ton of super cute decorations that are free to use when you rent the venue, which is so convenient and saved us so much money! I also paid for the day of wedding coordination and it was absolutely the best money I could of spent!!! The staff decorated, worked with the other vendors, helped to keep the event running smoothly!! I was able to sit, visit, dance and just enjoy the day with my family!!! I could keep going on and on about how impressed I was with the Big Tin Cotton Gin, but the review might be too long so I will just end with a big thank you to the staff! Thanks for helping to make our day perfect!!!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Hi Leticia, thank you so much for your kind words. I am glad that everything was what you were wanting. We loved having you guys here at the Gin. We wish you and the family the best of luck!

    Julie
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    Stacey B. Sent on 12/31/2023
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    Absolutely beautiful!

    I cannot fully express my love for The Big Tin Cotton Gin and everyone there! I had my 24 year wedding renewal there and when I say it was absolutely perfect, those words do not do that day justice! Julie and Amber were just so wonderful, kind, helpful, and attentive! They knew what I wanted and how I wanted things and gave me everything I dreamt of. They worked so hard for me, and made me feel like I was the only person there. Words cannot express how great this place and those people are. If you want a perfect perfect wedding or event please go there, you will literally NOT regret it! Thank you Julie and Amber for making my dreams come true!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Stacey, thank you for your kind words. Your renewal was great and beautiful. I am so glad that everything turned out the way you wanted it. I wish you the best of luck!

    Julie
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    Gina N. Sent on 01/07/2024
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    A Wedding Venue Dream Come True

    The Big Tin Cotton Gin was the perfect venue that combined an industrial and rustic aesthetic for my wedding day! Everything from the coordination, to the decorations, to the amenities were everything I could have wanted on my big day! Julie and her team were absolute rockstars the day of the wedding, ensuring that I had everything I needed to make it through the reception and ceremony. I would recommend The Gin to anyone and everyone looking to get married in the East Valley of AZ!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Hi Gina, thank you so much for your kind words. You are the BEST and we loved having you guys get married here at the Gin. I am glad everything worked out great for you. We love you!

    Julie
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    Donna P. Sent on 11/26/2023
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    Best Kept Secret

    The Big Tin Cotton Gin is literally the best kept secret of wedding venues in the East Valley. Not only is it a perfect open canvas for every bride..the staff is the best!!! Julie is very easy to talk to and truly cares about every couple that walks into the Big Tin Cotton Gin. Her team works very hard to make sure everything goes smoothly and that it truly is the best wedding day ever for each couple. We were able to choose our own caterer, florist, music, and they offer more than one option to fit your wedding budget. My photographer fell in love with all of the photo ops this venue offers as well. My husband keeps asking me when we can go back and do it all again because it was such a wonderful day for our family. Every bride needs to put the Big Tin Cotton Gin on their list of places to consider.

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Donna, thank you so much for your kind words. Your wedding was absolutely beautiful and you were also a beautiful bride. Thank you for allowing us to host your beautiful wedding. We wish you guys the best of luck!
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    Jessie M. Sent on 08/11/2023
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    magical in every way possible

    they are amazing, everyone one that works there is so kind and willing to help. if i were to do it all over again i’d choose them 100x.

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Thanks, Jessie, for your kind words. It was a great night with great people. You were a beautiful bride. We wish you guys the best of luck in everything you do and your marriage!!
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    Javier Sent on 05/18/2023
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    An Amazing Arizona Venue

    AMAZING! The Big Tin Cotton Gin in San Tan Valley is a breathtaking venue with indoor/outdoor space and a perfect rustic vibe. The owners and staff, especially Julie, Amber, and the team, are incredibly wonderful. They ensure your big day is special and are a joy to work with. The venue features wooden farmhouse tables, wagon wheel-style chandeliers, and bistro lighting, creating a memorable atmosphere. It's a place designed to make amazing memories. From the seamless transition between indoor and outdoor areas to the impeccable attention to detail, The Big Tin Cotton Gin is a hidden gem that exceeds expectations

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Thank you, Javier, for your kind words. We loved having you at the Gin and hope to see you again soon.
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    Shelby Sent on 06/27/2023
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    Beautiful Venue, Beautiful People, Beautiful Experience

    I am so happy that we stumbled upon the big tin cotton gin when looking for our venue. We just got married in May of 2023 & it was the BEST experience of my life. I had the pleasure of working with Julie & very closely with Kristin. From day one they made me feel like a person & not a dollar sign. If you get the chance, work with Kristin! She was available for me no matter what. Any time I had questions or concerns she was there to put my mind at ease no matter how many questions I had. From the rehearsal to our big day and everything in between, I can’t sing their praises enough!! 10 out of 10 would recommend.

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Shelby, thank you for all your kind words. You were amazing to work with and we loved working with you. Thank you for allowing us to host your beautiful day. You were and are a beautiful bride. We wish you the best of luck!!
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    Katelyn J. Sent on 03/23/2023
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    We love the big tin!

    Where do I even begin?! Julie and Amber are truly amazing. We do not know what we would have done without them. Julie is amazing with her response time and overall advice. We got married in Feb 2023 and it was unforgettable thanks for the Big Tin Cotton Gin. We highly recommend for anyone looking for their wedding venue! We will always keep them close to our hearts!
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    Haylee M. Sent on 03/22/2023
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    Amazing experience!

    We recently got married at the Big Tin Cotton Gin and we HIGHLY recommend! We loved being able to choose all of our vendors and decor. It's a totally different space than a usual wedding venue and that's really what we were looking for. Throughout the year of wedding planning I was able to reach out to them and ask questions and come view the property time and again. Day of Kristen and Julie were so incredible and very hands on. They are very experienced and definitely know what they are doing. I was super stressed and worried about everything going smoothly and they eased my nerves and took care of everything. We had absolutely no complaints and will always recommend the Cotton Gin and Kristen and Julie to others!!
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    Milly L. Sent on 03/07/2023
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    Beautiful wouldn’t change a thing!

    Was recently married at the Gin. It was perfect. The venue is absolutely amazing and beautiful. Had such a great time. The staff was the cherry on top. They truly were a delight to work with, and made my day run super smooth.
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    Vivian C. Sent on 01/20/2023
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    Best Venue Ever

    We are so grateful for the big tin staff and the venue they provided! Kristin was a rockstar at handling everything we needed and Julie was so kind to help with putting it all together! They made our best day ever such a breeze and so perfect!! We even had some unexpected changes but they were so gracious, and worked so hard!! Thank you Big Tin Cotton Gin

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Vivian, what can I say but thank you. You were so great to work with and everyone in your party was great too. With all the changes, I think everything went great and no one knew what had to be changed. You are and were a beautiful bride. Take Care!!
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    Serafina R. Sent on 01/24/2023
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    Amazing!

    This venue was truly the reason why I loved planning my wedding. Everyone was super helpful and friendly. My wedding day went so smoothly and everyone had a lot of fun!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Serafina, you are the best. Thank you for your kind words and for making our job easier. It was a beautiful day and you were a beautiful bride.
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    Brandi L. Sent on 04/02/2023
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    The most perfect day!!

    Me and my husband had our wedding at the Big Tin Cotton Gin this January and it was the best day we could have ever asked for! The venue is so charming and picturesque and really meets your ever need! I can’t remember how many compliments we got about how cool and unique the venue was. It has a cozy vibe but was able to fit over 125 guest very comfortably. The team including the owner Julie really goes above and beyond to meet your every need and make the whole experience perfect and stress free. I honestly didn’t even have to worry about anything the day of as Julie and her team took care of everything and really made the whole day go so smooth. If you want a beautiful and perfect wedding with the most amazing team that take care of your every need book here and you won’t regret your decision!!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Brandi, thank you so much for allowing us to host your beautiful day. It has been a joy to watch you grow into such a beautiful bride. You guys were so great, and it was a fun day. We wish you guys the best of luck!!
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    Kaylene L. Sent on 01/19/2023
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    Big Tin Cotton Gin Review

    Big Tin Cotton Gin is a wonderful venue for a wedding. Julie & Kristen are so wonderful to work with and will do anything to make your day so special. Our daughters wedding was spectacular all because of Julie & Kristin at the Big Tin Cotton Gin. If you are looking for a venue, this is it!!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Kaylene, I am so glad that everything went as planned for the wedding. Brandi was a beautiful bride and you looked stunning. I think everyone had a great time and it was great to see everyone. Love you!
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    Brittany B. Sent on 12/12/2022
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    Big Tin - Big Win! - Wedding 12/10/22

    I would like to thank Julie and her staff at the Big Tin Cotton Gin for making our wedding day the best day ever! From Julie setting up and officiating our ceremony, to her other staff members tending to us throughout the day, the team exceeded our expectations on every level! Everything went so smooth and flowed so well! Even if you decide to hire an outside "Day Of" coordinator, the Big Tin team works well all day with that individual as well as with the various vendors you choose, ensuring everything is on point. Outside of the staff being AMAZING, the amenities that are already on site to utilize (arches, pallet walls, wine barrels, tables, heaters and decor etc.) make this venue a WIN WIN, not only for the value but for the ease of not having to rent these items yourselves. They have tons of great things to choose from that accent the already awesome interior and exterior! If you do tour this venue and fall in LOVE with it, I highly recommend that you book it! It was a dream come true for us! :) Cheers!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Thank you so much Brittany for your kind words. I absolutely loved working with you and officiating you're wedding. You were/are such a beautiful bride. Everyone in your party was awesome to work with and I think everyone had a great time. I wish you both the best of luck, you deserve it!!
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    Nicole M. Sent on 01/08/2023
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    Amazing Vendor!

    PERFECT venue for us! Julie and Kristin were amazing and helped make sure things went smooth on our wedding day. Highly highly recommend!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Nicole, thank you so much for your kind words. We absolutely loved working with you. Your day was filled with lots of laughs and love. You are beautiful inside and out.
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    Amelia L. Sent on 11/02/2022
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    Outstanding Service

    I don't know where to begin with everyone at the venue! Every single one of you are amazing, from beginning to end. Julie is so very helpful, responsive, organized and very professional. We had planned for outside ceremony/cocktail hour and inside reception. The weather on our wedding day did not allow us to utilize the outside part of the venue...The staff was quick to make changes and made sure our day was special from beginning to end. Not only did everything workout at the very last minute, but it looked AMAZING!! I can't thank everyone enough for all the hard work put into this day! We highly recommend The Big Tin Cotton Gin!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Amelia, thank you so much for your kind words. You guys are AWESOME and you are right, everything turned out amazing. We had another wedding with the same situation and I told them about your day and we did the same thing and thanks to you guys, we have a new way. I loved how beautiful and cozy your day was. Love you guys!!
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    Ashley C. Sent on 11/03/2022
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    Truly a dream!!

    The Big Tin Cotton Gin is the perfect venue for any wedding or party you want to throw and the owners are even better! This venue has endless possibilities and your imagination is the limit. From day one of touring the venue I knew it was going to be such a seamless, beautiful, perfect place to have our wedding. The chandeliers inside are breathtaking and the charm this place has is indescribable. The outside is so cute and the building door gives the perfect backdrop to a ceremony. Julie helped answer every question I had no matter how many there were wheter in person or by email efficiently. Day of her and her team were so amazing making sure everyone was taken care of and that all the details were perfect! They give you the freedom to creat your dream but are there for you if you need recommendations. I can't wait to have another event here!!

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Thanks, Ashley for your kind words. Your day was so beautiful, and you were an absolutely beautiful bride. Loved being able to spend time with you guys. I wish you all the luck this world has to offer, you deserve it.
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    Maya R. Sent on 10/10/2022
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    A rustic wedding

    From making sure everything was set up the exact way I wanted it, to making sure I had my vows, to making sure everything ran smoothly, the Cotton Gin family had made my wedding an absolute dream come true. The most beautiful venue was a huge part of the perfection but the biggest part was the quality of service. If I could get married over and over and over again it would be here with these exact same people helping me. Truly made me feel so special and so calm and and happy. I had some problems with my food truck and they were so flexible and figured everything out to still be perfect and still leave me calm and collected. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience and we definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting the wedding/ event of their dreams.

    Big Tin Cotton Gin's reply:

    Maya, thank you for your kind words. You were/are such a beautiful bride and not many make me cry but when the doors opened, all of us were crying. Thank you for being you and allowing us to host your beautiful day.
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