🌸 SOUTH FLORIDA HINDU TEMPLE – HALL RENTAL PRICING 🌸
📍 For Weddings, Religious Ceremonies & Special Events
💍 WEDDINGS
More than 50 People (Up to 250 Guests)
💲$3,000 for 4 hours
✅ Includes cleaning, custodian, chairs, tables, and sound system
More than 250+ Guests
💲$3,500 for 4 hours
💲$200 per additional hour
✅ Includes cleaning, custodian, chairs, tables, and sound system
🔹 Security Officer: $50/hr (mandatory for 200+ guests – temple arranged)
🔹 Parking Attendant: $100 (mandatory for 200+ guests – temple arranged)
🔹 Food Vendors: $2 per person + insurance documents required
🔹 Puja Samagri: $50
🔹 Outside Priests allowed in Devasthan with $500 fees
🔹 Approved Decoration Vendors must pay $250 to SFHT
Less than 50 People
💲$1000 for the wedding ceremony (including the priest)
✅ Includes custodian, chairs, tables, sound system
🔹 Outside Priests allowed in Devasthan with $500 fee
🔹 Decoration vendors: $250
📌 It is the renter’s responsibility to set up and remove chairs.
🕉️ RELIGIOUS / NON-WEDDING EVENTS
Up to 250 Guests
💲$2,200 for 4 hours
✅ Includes cleaning, custodian, chairs, tables, sound system
More than 250 Guests
💲$3,000 for 4 hours
💲$200 per additional hour
🔹 Security Officer: $50/hr (mandatory for 200+ guests – temple arranged)
🔹 Parking Attendant: $100 (mandatory for 200+ guests – temple arranged)
🔹 Food Vendors: $2 per person + insurance documents required
❌ CANCELLATION POLICY
| Time Before Event | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| 12 months | 20% of total cost |
| 6 months | 30% of total cost |
| 3 months | 40% of total cost |
| 1 month | 50% of total cost |
🔺 $200 deposit is non-refundable
➕ ADDITIONAL SERVICES & OPTIONS
• Extra Hour – $200
• Cleaning Service – $300
• Kitchen Rent – $200
• Stage Back Room – $200
• Back Home Rental – $300
• Decoration Vendor Fee – $250
SFHT Hall Rental – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What are the hall rental charges?
- Non-wedding events (up to 250 guests): $2,200 for 4 hours
- More than 250 guests: $3,000 for 4 hours
- Weddings (50–250 guests): $3,000 for 4 hours
- Weddings (250+ guests): $3,500 for 4 hours
- Additional hour: $200
2. What is included in the rental?
- Cleaning
- Custodian
- Chairs and tables
- Sound system
3. What is the payment schedule?
- 50% due at booking
- Remaining balance due 2 weeks prior to the event
4. Is there a deposit?
- $200 deposit required
- The deposit is non-refundable
5. What is the cancellation policy?
- 12 months prior: 20% of total cost
- 6 months prior: 30%
- 3 months prior: 40%
- 1 month prior: 50%
6. Are outside vendors allowed?
Yes, subject to the following:
- Decorators: $250 fee
- Food vendors: $2 per person + insurance required
7. Is catering available at the temple?
Yes. Catering packages are available (approx. $1,251–$2,500 depending on menu and guest count).
- Outside food is not permitted if temple catering is selected
8. Are there additional mandatory charges?
For events with 200+ guests:
- Security: $50/hour
- Parking attendant: $100
9. What are the key restrictions?
- No alcohol, meat, garlic, onions, or smoking
- Only religious music is permitted
- Fireworks are prohibited
- All events must conclude by 9:00 PM
10. What are the priest service options?
- Temple priest services available (starting at $500, depending on puja)
- Outside priests are permitted with a $500 fee
11. Is kitchen usage allowed?
- Kitchen rental: $200
- Cooking is permitted only in the designated kitchen area
12. What additional rental options are available?
- Cleaning service: $300
- Stage back room: $200
- Back home rental: $300
13. Who is responsible for damages?
- The renter is responsible for any damages
- SFHT is not liable for loss or damage to personal property
14. Are there time restrictions for booking?
- No rentals on Sunday mornings (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
- All bookings are subject to temple schedule and board approval
15. Do renters need to clean after the event?
- Cleaning is included
- Renters must follow all guidelines to avoid additional charges
16. Is hall setup included?
- Chairs and tables are provided
- Setup and removal may be the renter’s responsibility depending on the event
17. How do I book the hall?
- Submit the application form
- Provide event details and guest count
- Obtain committee approval
18. Is mandap or décor provided?
- The temple does not provide mandap setup
- Approved decorators may be used (fees apply)
19. Is photography/videography allowed?
- Yes, photography and videography are permitted
- Photography of deities and inside the sanctum is strictly prohibited
20. Are private rooms available for getting ready?
- Yes, available for $200