FAQ

IS THERE A SECURITY DEPOSIT FOR OUR EVENT?

Yes, 50% of your event must be paid to reserve the venue and secure a contract. The remainder of the balance will be required 30 days before your event. You can make payments along the way, too, if that better fits your needs. The rental agreement and deposit does NOT include tipping of venue staff or servers. The client is fully responsible for any damage or loss to the premises or any objects contained therein, during the rental time.

CAN OUR EVENT USE CANDLES?

Yes, but all flames must be surrounded in hurricane glass.   LED candles are highly encouraged at events with children present. 

ARE THERE RESTRICTIONS ON DECORATIONS?

We do have some limitations. No holes or tape may be used on the walls.  Sticky tack OR existing nails may be used freely.  No confetti or glitter anywhere inside or around our building.  This includes centerpieces, fabric runners with glitter, etc.  No fireworks of any kind are allowed in our building. Any decorations brought into the building must be removed at the end of the event. We do not store decorations overnight.

Do your provide audio and/or video?

Use of the house house audio equipment is not provided (it is the property of the church that owns the building). We do, however, provide the use of that equipment as a premium option, operated by a church approved A/V technician on the day of your event. This can be as little as a few speakers and a wireless mic, or include a full package for an entire band.

Do You Provide WIFI?

Yes, you are welcome to use the complimentary wifi network.  Keep in mind that our system is not designed to accommodate all event attendees, so we recommend using it for event staff only.  A hardwired connection will need to be pre-arranged and tested for an additional charge.

When do we have access to the building?

When using our space, you may arrive as early as 8 am and depart as late as 12:30 am.  All guests and vendors must be out of the building at 12:30am. If you need to arrive earlier, please inform our staff and we can try to make arrangements on a case by case basis.

Do you provide on-site security?

Security is not included, but can be provided by an off-duty KCMO police officer (scheduled and procured by El Torreon Staff). The rate for a police officer is $42/hr. In addition to that, we have 8 indoor and 4 outdoor camera recording 24/7, and monitored on and off site. We also have panic buttons on our security system in case of emergencies.