Frequently Asked Questions

Where are you located?

3 Fat Labs is located at 2001 S. CR 400 W. Greencastle, IN 46135 4 miles west of DePauw University. We highly suggest using google maps when arriving in Greencastle enter DePauw University to 3 Fat Labs Wedding & Event Venue. The Oakalla Covered Bridge on C.R 375 W. is Temporarily closed if you are coming from Terre Haute or Brazil. To avoid taking this route enter your location to DePauw University then from there enter 3 Fat Labs Wedding & Event Venue.

The maximum number 3 Fat labs can accomodate is 350 with tables and chairs.

We have 30 Round ( 5 FT ) tables. Seat 8 guest only.

20 ( 8 ft rectangular tables ) Seats 10 guest comfortably. Rectangular tables are used for head tables, food and drink. Leaving approximately 12 left over to be used to mix with round tables if needed.

6 ( 6 FT tables )used for Sweet Heart table. DJ if not providing their own. Gift table or remembrance table.

We provide White, or Black floor length table linens. And a variety of napkins colors. Included in your rental.

If you would like a different color table linen we are happy to get you a quote from our supplier at your cost plus $100.00 handling fee.

We do not offer tableware but you are welcome to check with your caterer or a rental company.

50 % retainer is due as signing the remainder of the balance is due 60 days prior to you event.

Event insurance is due 60 days prior to event. Nuptial Risk will contact you via email or phone.

Bar Package and optional items are due 30 days prior to event .

No. We have tried holding dates in the past, but we have found that it is only fair for everyone to book their date with a signed rental agreement and paid retainer to hold your date.

To reserve a date, email us at Weddings@3fatlabs.net and let us know the ready-to-book date(s) you want to book so we can confirm it is available. If you have not toured and want to, you can request a tour on our tour request page. An in-person tour is not required before booking a date. Brides do book sight unseen. Dates are reserved on a first-requested basis. Whoever has requested to start the contract process from us by email for a specific date will be first in line.

Yes, we do and can maintain a comfortable temperature in any climate. During the months of June- September due to humidity freezing up the air conditioning, we do not allow the glass garage door in the main venue reception space to be open.

Clients are required to obtain a “day-of” insurance policy through Nuptial (no substitutions or exceptions permitted) covering the Event Date(s) in the minimum amount of the following: $1,000,000 per occurrence/$2,000,000 general aggregate in a form and amount satisfactory to Venue. This shall include host alcohol liability as well. A certificate of insurance naming 3 Fat Labs Inc. and Tanya & William Mentgen and their respective members, officers, directors, employees, independent contractors, subcontractors, agents, volunteers, heirs, successors, assignees, and owners as additional insureds with a waiver of subrogation and primary non-contributory endorsement are required at least (60) days before Event Date.

YES

Due to our alcohol license, you are required to use our bar service and our licensed bartenders. No alcohol is to be brought in from any guest while on the property, including the suites. We offer affordable bar packages to meet any budget.

You can use fake candles. Our insurance does not allow flame. This is for your safety and your guests.

Smoking is permited in the designated smoking area by the outdoor firepit area only.

3 Fat Labs is handicapped accessible on all levels except the upper floor. We do not have an elevator.

Vendors must have a signed waiver that will be provided. Proof of insurance from your vendors must also be provided 30 DAYS before the event. When emailing them back to us please email them in bulk email with all your vendor’s waivers and proof of insurance. Kindly put the bride and groom’s name and wedding date. Minimum coverage should be 1 million per occurrence & 2 million aggregate. In addition, our venue must be listed as additional insured on the policy.

Yes there is lodging near by with in 3 to 5 miles of the venue.

We encourage you to reserve a hotel room block soon as we are in a small town a rooms fill quickly.

See list of hotels within 10 miles here.

We have 30 Round (5 foot) tables, plus 20 (8-foot rectangular tables) Each round can seat up to 8 people. 8 ft tables can seat 10. 6-6-foot tables used for Sweetheart Table, DJ if not supplying their own. Gift table or remembrance table.

Please note that up to 8- 8 ft tables are used for food and beverage and the head tables leaving approximately 12 that can be mixed with rounds.

In the case of rain, we have a beautiful backdrop indoors with the glass garage door that can be temporaily opened during the ceramony. Guests sit at their tables. Sometimes, close family members, around 20-50, will bring their chairs to the dance floor as an option. (The dance floor is always open.) The 3 Fat Labs team might have to move a few (usually 3 - 4) tables down the side of the venue if needed. Depending on the floor plan. We do offer a few floor plans that allow for weather. Our couples have loved this option because it’s a stunning ceremony and doesn’t require the room flip other venues require.

This is such a great question! If you are trying to compare venues "apples to apples" we feel like this is a tricky question.

Our answer is no. We think it is possible for the job duties of a "day-of wedding coordinator" to mean something different to you than it does to us, and the last thing we want is the opportunity for miscommunication.

However, we do have a team leader here before you arrive onsite who stays with you throughout the first part of the day. And the second team lead that assist with the evening shift. Depending on our schedule.

These members of the 3 Fat Labs team are there to help you however they can (be an extra set of hands decorating, answer questions from your vendors and direct them as necessary, etc.) Their goal is to do everything possible to help your day go smoothly and ensure your day is as stress-free as possible! (But we still do not consider them a day-of wedding coordinator.)