WELCOME
GETTING STARTED
We are thrilled that you have chosen Olio for your upcoming special event. This historic space has been outfitted with every modern amenity to be the ideal space to host functions of all kinds. We believe in providing a non-traditional venue so that our clients have more options to make the space uniquely their own. Without any decor, the soaring ceilings and cement walls feel "industrial chic" but we've seen clients transform the space with glitz and glam, rustic touches, romantic lighting, modern lines, whimsical details, and vintage furniture. If you can dream it, it can be done at Olio.
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Please review the details outlined below and don’t hesitate to reach out if we can answer any questions about our venue. More information is also available on our website in the FAQ section.
We are looking forward to working together to make your gathering unforgettable!
The Olio Team | info@oliopeabody.com
Fire code capacities indicate maximum occupancy, but most clients stay well below those limits. Most of our weddings with onsite ceremonies stay under 200 to have space for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dining area, bar, and caterer access, and to avoid having to move tables.
Most of our cocktail-style receptions or parties are under 400 to allow space for a dance floor, bar area, lounge, welcome table.
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The overall room dimensions on the 2nd floor are about 120 x 50 ft.
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Clients typically create their own custom layout in partnership with their planner and/or caterer. Feel free to share your draft layout with us at any point in the planning process for feedback and we will ask for the latest version about one month before your event.
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FURNITURE INVENTORY
We have a set of folding tables and chairs that you may choose to use at no extra cost. Current inventory is below and subject to change. Standard linen sizes are included for your convenience, with a note that the caterer or planner typically provides the linens.
(15) 6' LONG
BANQUET TABLES
6' Long x 30" Wide x 30" Tall
Linen: 90" x 132"
(10) 60" ROUND
TABLES
5' Across x 30" Tall
Linen: 120" Round
(1) HALF-MOON
SWEETHEART TABLE
5' Across x 30" Tall
Linen: 120" Round
(2) 6' BAR RISERS FOR
6' LONG BANQUET TABLES
6' Long x 12" Wide x 12" Deep
Linen: 144" x 156"
(200) BLACK
GARDEN CHAIRS
Resin with Padded Seats
(6) HIGH-TOP TABLES
31" Diameter x 40" Tall
Linen: 114" Round
(6) LOW-TOP TABLES
32" Diameter x 29" Tall
Linen: 90" Round
(3) TRI-FOLDING
SCREEN DIVIDERS
7' Tall x 7' Wide
(2) LARGE COAT RACKS
Includes 200 hangers to remain on 1st Floor
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DECOR
Please review your contract for details about what is and is not permitted for décor. Olio does not provide all ladders or lifts. Our roof beams are about 18 feet high and the low beam in the back is 11 feet high. We have added hanging points at ~9 feet and 13 feet high along each of the long concrete walls. It is recommended to work with insured professional decorators (planners, florists, lighting and drapery professionals) to access any beams. Olio must approve in writing any décor you'd like to attach to the wall hooks, beams, or floors.
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CATERING LIST
CAPERS CATERING
Emma Roberts
781-279-5100
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FORKLIFT CATERING
Kristen Campbell
617-776-7600
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LA BONNE MAISON
Mary Alsobrook
617-923-1131
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OFF THE VINE
Anne Cody
781-762-9770 x213
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PREMIER BAR SERVICE & CATERING*
Melissa Davis
781-894-3000
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VINWOOD CATERING
Staci Johnson
978-312-6761
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*Premier offers a service where they serve others’ commercially prepared food. This means that you can order from any restaurant or “drop off” service and use Premier as your caterer who will provide setup, service, bar, and cleanup.
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BARTENDING LIST
Alcohol service must be provided by a 12C licensed provider, which may be your caterer or a bartending service. The 12C provider will inform you about their policies for serving and sourcing alcohol, in accordance with Massachusetts laws.
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If you have opted to work with an approved off-list caterer without a 12C license, bar service must be provided by:
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Premier Bar Service & Catering
Melissa Davis
781-894-3000
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FURNITURE / RENTALS
Olio is proud to work with PEAK Event Services as our preferred rental partner. Working with PEAK will allow you to schedule delivery and pick up outside of your rental window with no additional charge from Olio, as long as there is no conflict with other events taking place. You are welcome to choose another rental service but if they cannot schedule delivery and pickup during your rental period, you will need to add additional overtime hours so that an Olio staff member can be available for your vendor.​ Your caterer or planner can set up a rental order with PEAK or you can reach out directly to:
KYM HURD / Customer Service Representative
khurd@peakeventservices.com
833-888-PEAK (7325)
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SET UP / CLEAN UP
Olio is available to rent on the date before and/or the day after your event at a discounted full day rate. Securing the space allows you the flexibility to set up and clean up outside of your event day rental period. If you choose not to rent the day before or after, we will make every effort to rent those dates at full price to another client. Therefore, be prepared to do all drop off, set up, clean up, and pickup on your event date within your rental window.
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REHEARSAL
For our full day wedding bookings: Olio may be able to offer up to 1 hour for a rehearsal at no charge on the day or two before your event. The date and time may be requested no more than 3 weeks in advance and will be confirmed at our availability and discretion. The time is for rehearsal only and not for set up.
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PARKING
We are located in the heart of downtown Peabody, just minutes from Routes 128 and 1. There are several hundred municipal spots within an easy walk of our location (map here). The closest and largest lot is located at 86 Mill Street, Peabody. It is a two minute walk to our front door.
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There is metered parking all along Main Street, directly in front of our building. We also have a loading zone at our front door, providing easy access for shuttle bus or rideshare drop off or pickup.
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VALET
We have secured a partnership with a nearby private parking lot in order to be able to offer you valet parking for your events. The valet company will set up attendants in the loading zone in front of our building to receive and return vehicles.
Valet is particularly recommended for winter events. During hours of heavy snow, the city will call for an emergency parking ban, and no parking is permitted on the streets, which causes crowding in the nearby public lots.
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In order to negotiate the best pricing for our event hosts, we have chosen VPNE as our exclusive valet provider. Please reach out directly with all questions related to valet parking. They will put together a proposal that includes the cost of the service as well as the fee from the parking lot owner. The valet company can also share with you the options for paying for the valet service.
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VPNE Parking Solutions
Emmanuel Isehenrien
(857) 246-1449
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OUTDOOR CEREMONIES
The closest outdoor park is the East End Veterans Memorial Park across the street, behind the library. Permits through the city are easy to secure through Peabody Parks and Recreation. No permit is needed just for photos - you can take them on any Parks/Rec property without reserving ahead of time!
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OTHER VENDORS
Next-door accommodations, afterparties, rehearsal dinners, and full buy-outs.
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Contact them directly for rehearsal dinners, after parties.
e: granitecoastevents@gmail.com
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WITHOUT A HITCH:
Day-Of Event Coordination
This is our owner's other business! Contact Sarah directly to discuss coordination.
w: withoutahitchboston.com​​
