Crystal Cathedral

photo courtesy of Taverna Studios

Q: Is there a security deposit?
A: Yes, $500 security deposit is required for Wedding and Reception venues; $300 subject to refund. $200 per deposit is non-refundable.

Q: Do we do wedding receptions?
A: We only offer receptions for couples that are being married in one of our venues. A small discount applies for booking both ceremony and reception.

Q: How long do you have for the reception?
A: Four hours is permitted for receptions. Receptions must end by 9:00pm.

Q: Is dancing permitted?
A: Yes.

Q: What is the latest time we can stay for a wedding reception
A: 9 PM.

Q: Can we use the Arboretum for both the wedding and reception?
A: Yes, only for a maximum of 200 guests.

Q: Can we use our own caterer?
A: Yes. We refer you to caterers and you meet and make your own arrangements with them. However we will consider an “outside” caterer but there is an additional non-refundable fee and prior to approval they must meet certain guidelines. Contact our office for additional details.

Q: When is your final payment due?
A: Six to eight weeks before your wedding date.

Q: Can you do just the wedding reception here?
A: No. You must have your ceremony here as well.

Q: Can we do only wedding pictures here?
A: Please call the wedding office at 714-971-4240 for details.

Q: Do we have to be church members to be married here?
A: No.

Q: Can our pastors do weddings here?
A: Yes, however it is our policy that our pastor officiate and your personal pastor co-officiate. Please call for details.

Q: Is marriage counseling required before we can get married here?
A: Yes, three sessions are offered to each couple before they are married. The cost is included in your overall fee.

Q: What is required to get married here?
A: A California state issued marriage license, three pre-marital counseling sessions and one meeting with the pastor before your wedding date.

Q: What denomination is the Crystal Cathedral?
A: The Crystal Cathedral is a member of Reformed Church in America. Please visit the "What We Believe " page of our website for more information.

Q: What is your booking policy?
A: An initial $500 deposit will be due for your wedding/reception area at the time of booking, if you are having your reception at the Crystal Cathedral and additional $500.00 is required. $200.00 per deposit is non-refundable under any circumstances. If for some reason you need to postpone your wedding/reception you may do so up to eight weeks prior to the scheduled date. If your wedding/reception is rescheduled within the year, your entire deposit will hold your new booking date. However, if venue prices have increased, the new price will be reflected in your rental fee.

Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: You may cancel your wedding reception six months or more prior to your scheduled date and we will refund all but $200.00 of each of your deposits. $200.00 is non-refundable under any circumstances. If you cancel your wedding within three months of your wedding date the entire deposit will be retained. If you cancel your wedding within eight (8) weeks or less from the date of your wedding you will be responsible for the entire balance of your wedding. All requests for cancellations and changes in dates or times must be submitted in writing and approved by the wedding administrator.