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Price range: $7,600 - $9,500 Price range: $7,600 - $9,500
Couples usually spend $8,550 Couples usually spend $8,550
Reception
$5,034 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$9 per person
Reception
$5,012 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$9 per person
These prices are available for the months of Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Oct, Dec. These prices are available for the months of Jan, Feb, Aug, Sep, Nov.

About

On WeddingWire since 2013

Stage 1 Catering is a classic ballroom wedding venue based in Baton Rouge that specializes in decadent cuisine for organized events. Choose from several wedding packages to meet your needs, and benefit from an on-site coordinator during your event to ensure a seamless reception. Winner of the Couples' Choice Award from WeddingWire 5 years in a row, Stage 1 Catering is a must-have vendor for your wedding day!

Facilities and Capacity
Stage 1 Catering is able to accommodate up to 500 guests for your wedding reception. The main ballroom is fitted with chairs covered in white with organza bows and tables with white floor-length linens topped with your choice of tuxedo-striped kerchiefs. This space is perfect for any size reception.

Services Offered
Stage 1 Catering is a full-service wedding venue with on-site catering and event coordination available.

Cuisine
You and your guests are sure to enjoy the delicious options for catering at your event from Stage 1 Catering. There are a variety of serving options, including buffet, hors d'oeuvres, family style and stations. If you are in need of accommodation for any dietary needs or restrictions, Stage 1 Catering can provide the proper menu options. Cuisine is offered in the following styles:

  • American
  • Cajun
  • Local
  • Southern


Other Services
The venue also offers additional services:

  • Bridal suite
  • Bartending services
  • Cleanup
  • Décor
  • DJ
  • Event planning
  • Setup
  • Lighting/sound
  • Parking
  • Wheelchair access


Location
Stage 1 Catering is located directly off I-12, giving you and your guests easy access to this venue.

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?

$5,034

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

$5,012

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

Yes

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

$500

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

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$9

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

125

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Wifi

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 Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
October
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
August
September
November
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Reviews of Stage 1 Catering

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
99 reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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Stage 1 Weddings & Receptions, particularly Mrs. Andrea, received glowing reviews for their exceptional service, stunning venue, and delicious food. Multiple reviewers expressed their gratitude for the stress-free wedding planning process and the attentive assistance provided by Andrea. Guests were impressed by the beautiful atmosphere, smooth execution of events, and the overall perfection of their wedding day experience. The DJ services were recommended to enhance the overall celebration.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Stage 1 Weddings & Receptions, particularly Mrs. Andrea, received glowing reviews for their exceptional service, stunning venue, and delicious food. Multiple reviewers expressed their gratitude for the stress-free wedding planning process and the attentive assistance provided by Andrea. Guests were impressed by the beautiful atmosphere, smooth execution of events, and the overall perfection of their wedding day experience. The DJ services were recommended to enhance the overall celebration.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 99 reviews
Google
4.4/5 76 reviews
Marcie
Marcie J. Sent on 05/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Stage 1 is the absolute beat wedding venue in Baton Rouge! Hands down! Book your wedding NOW!

Andrea and the staff at Stage 1 are absolutely amazing!!! If you want a stress free and seamless wedding book with them! They have multiple decorations to choice from and so many delicious food selections!!!! The taste is so good! Honestly ask all 200 of my guests lol. The overall experience was 10/10! I’m so glad I chose Stage 1. Andrea is the beat wedding coordinator and she made the process so easy for my husband and I. Thank you Stage 1.
A
Alexandria R. Sent on 07/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Jackson Wedding

Our wedding was everything we wanted it to be and more. Planning a wedding can be very stressful but Andrea went above and beyond to make sure I didn’t have to worry about anything. Our wedding was so elegant, the food received so many compliments, and the DJ was great.
Erika
Erika S. Sent on 06/29/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding at Stage 1

Everything we dreamed about for our wedding came true!
The most perfect wedding night.
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Awards

99
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Team

Stage 1 Weddings & Receptions
Stage 1 Weddings & Receptions
Owner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
The Ambrosia Bakery The Ambrosia Bakery Wedding Cakes

Stage 1 is an Ambrosia favorite! Beautiful location, amazing reception area for your event and the owner Andrea is always a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended!

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Stage 1 Catering frequently asked questions

Stage 1 Catering includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Stage 1 Catering includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Stage 1 Catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Stage 1 Catering for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
Stage 1 Catering offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
Stage 1 Catering offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Stage 1 Catering offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
  • Wifi
Stage 1 Catering offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Stage 1 Catering is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.

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