Private Event FAQs

WHEN CAN I HAVE AN EVENT AT THE BREWERY?

We host events for up to 3 hours on Wednesdays & Thursdays between 4 & 9 PM, and Sundays either between 12-3 or 4-7 PM. If an event is for 40 people or less, the event can be booked for 3 hours in the Game Room on Fridays between 4 & 9 PM. We are unable to book any other events on Fridays or Saturdays due to our large customer counts on these days. Event guests are free to stay after the conclusion of the event, but the event space will be returned to the original configuration and the general public will be allowed in the space.

WHERE CAN I HAVE AN EVENT?

We offer multiple event spaces. Our Outdoor Hop Yard Patio (April 1-October 31) and our indoor Event Space accommodate up to 60 people. Our Game Room accommodates up to 40 people. All spaces feature flexible seating and serving tables with black Start Line Brewing tablecloths. The spaces are wheelchair accessible.

**Please note: If the Outdoor Hop Yard Patio is open, the general public will be permitted to travel through the Event Space even if it has been reserved for an event. The general public may also use the part of the Outdoor Hop Yard Patio that has not been reserved for your event. In addition, only a portion of the Outdoor Hop Yard Patio will be available for events.

WHAT ARE THE ROOM FEES AND IS THERE A FOOD AND BEVERAGE MINIMUM?

The Outdoor Hop Yard Patio and Event Space have room fees of $300 and a $1500 minimum food and beverage charge. The Game Room has a $200 room fee and a $1200 minimum food and beverage charge. The room fee is a separate charge from the food and beverage minimum charges. All parties are expected to reach the food and beverage minimum, which includes all food, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage purchases, as well as any retail beer purchases at the conclusion of the event.

All events require 6.25% MA sales tax and an 18% service fee above the event minimum food and beverage charge. Additional food and beverages over event minimums may be purchased and will also be subject to the 6.25% MA sales tax and an 18% service fee.

WHAT ARE THE MENU OPTIONS?

All events must pre-order food from our buffet style events menu. Food will be available 15 minutes after the start time of the event. Events have a set time for the buffet service and we are not able to course the food. Menu choices must be submitted 10 days prior to the event along with a final guest count. Please let us know about any allergies or dietary restrictions so the menu can be adjusted accordingly. No outside food or beverages may be brought to your event other than a pre-approved dessert. Click here to view our Event Menu.

Please note that due to the nature of our Farmer Brewery License, no other alcoholic beverages other than Start Line Beer and Hard Seltzers can be served on our site. We have many non-alcoholic offerings available for your guests as well, including bottled water. All guests intending to consume alcoholic beverages on our premises are required to present a valid form of identification. Beverage service for all events are facilitated by our usual counter service (we do not have servers for beverages).

In the event that you wish to regulate the number of alcoholic beverages that your guests consume, we would be happy to provide a solution on the day of the event (tickets or tab counter).

DO I NEED TO MAKE A DEPOSIT? IS THERE A CONTRACT?

To reserve any of our spaces for a private event we require that the room fee be paid in advance and we require a signed contract. You may pay the room fee deposit in person or call the brewery to pay by credit card during tap room hours.

IS THERE A CANCELLATION POLICY?

An event cancellation must be made by email to info@startlinebrewing.com at least two weeks prior to the event. Room fees are non-refundable if the event has not been cancelled by email at least two weeks prior to the event.

WHAT IS THE WEATHER POLICY IF I HAVE RESERVED AN OUTDOOR SPACE?

In the case of rain or extremely hot weather, events booked for our Outdoor Hop Yard Patio will be moved to our indoor Event Space (air conditioned or heated as seasonally required).

**Please note: If the Outdoor Hop Yard Patio is open, the general public will be permitted to travel through the Event Space even if it has been reserved for an event.

CAN I BRING A MUSIC PLAYLIST OR BAND?

No, but the brewery has pre-recorded music and you may control the volume in your event space. We can accommodate HDMI to a television in the Event Space and Game Room for video only.

CAN I BRING DECORATIONS?

You may supply your own flowers and decorations for your event, such as streamers and signs. Ballons will be limited to a few balloons (please do not bring a large balloon arch) and no glitter will be permitted. If you reserve an event for Wednesday or Thursday at 4 PM or for Sunday at 12 PM, early set up of the space will be permitted 30 minutes prior to the event start time. Decorations must be removed at the conclusion of the event.

ARE YOU KID FRIENDLY FOR EVENTS?

We are kid friendly for events, but we fully expect adults to supervise the children and be respectful of other guests at the brewery. Kids should stay in the reserved event space and are not allowed to play running or ball games. If you choose to bring activities for kids, you must clean up prior to the end of the event. No toys such as stickers, beads, paint, or playdoh will be allowed (we have found they are impossible to clean up).

CAN I HAVE MORE THAN ONE TAB FOR MY EVENT?

No, there will be a single tab used for your event. Event payment may be split among multiple credit cards if desired.