Farm Favorite Vendors

Megan Layne Event Co
Yes…wedding planning just got EASIER
Over the years of hosting weddings here at the farm, I've had the pleasure of working with many other truly exceptional wedding vendors! Below is a list of our favorites—vendors that our team and other Alton Farmstead couples have had great experiences with. Working with vendors who are familiar with our venue can help ensure your day runs smoothly, as they already know the ins and outs of the farm. That said, you do not have to use any of the vendors on this list - we just hope it serves as a helpful starting point as you begin your planning!
When reaching out to any of these vendors, please let them know that Alton Farmstead referred you!!
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Whispering Willow Farmhouse
This Airbnb property is a working horse farm just 1 mile south of Alton Farmstead. It is owned and operated by neighbors Susie and John Griffith, who live in a different home also very close to the farm. At Whispering Willow, they Airbnb the main farmhouse which has 5 bedrooms and sleeps 12. Note that Airbnb only shows property availability out 1 year. If you want to book the farmhouse, mark your calendar on the 1-year date before your wedding, as a reminder!
https://www.airbnb.co.in/rooms/52921208source_impression_id=p3_1638627325_c1x3UqR20oGimOyJ
Townplace Suites by Marriott
4079 Lyman Drive, Hilliard 614-541-9309
This is a newer hotel located just off 270 and Cemetery Rd, 18 minutes north of the farm. Other Alton Farmstead couples have booked room blocks for their out-of-town guests, and highly recommend it. It has a bar and common meeting space, and some have also had their rehearsal dinner there (even bringing in outside food). Ask for Stacy, event coordinator.
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R&M Boards
Rachel Michel 574-309-4041
https://www.facebook.com/randmboards
Tenacious Spaces
Theresa Selegean 330-224-2534
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Note: Any/all bartenders who serve at the farm are required to be fully insured. All of the below bartenders have provided their insurance info. and are good-to-go. If you choose to hire a bartender that is not on this list, the bartender must first be approved by the farm. Please provide that bartender’s contact info. to natalie@altonfarmstead.com as soon as possible, and I will work with the bartender directly to collect their insurance info.!
Tenacious Spaces
Theresa Selegean 330-224-2534
grazewithus@tenaciousspaces.com
https://www.tenaciousspaces.com/
Party Ease
Kristen Blanks 614-423-7719
Hera Events
Nesreen Piccolo 614-271-8693
https://www.facebook.com/p/HERA-Events-LLC-100089364852208/
Ohio Bartenders for Hire
Vanessa Long 740-973-5344
https://ohiobartendersforhire.com
With a Twist
Sue Michailuk 440-534-2500
https://twistbartendingservice.com/oh/
Thirsty Vibes
Julie Woehrle-Mills & Brittany Holland 740-398-0163
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Hank’s BBQ
Brad & Jess Harkrider 614-787-6181
hankstexasbbqclintonville@gmail.com
https://www.hankstexasstylebbq.com/
Hoggy’s BBQ
Kathy Turner 614-442-1800
City BBQ
Tori Fleming 614.296.3227
Hudson’s Edge
Emelio’s Catering
Annette DiSabato 614.266.3870
http://www.emelioscatering.com
Creole2Geaux
Janvier Ward 614-432-6226
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Chocolate Café
chocolatecafecatering@gmail.com
https://www.chocolatecafecolumbus.com/
Hilliard Station Baking Co.
Tracy & David Baldridge 614.971.3022
https://hilliardstationbaking.com
The Cheesecake Girl
Samantha Strange 614.787.1753
https://www.thecheesecakegirl.com
Sweet Smitty’s Ice Cream Cart
Craig Smith 419.951.5074
Lady Sprinkleton Ice Cream Truck
https://www.facebook.com/p/Lady-Sprinkleton-100090695386791/
Layla’s Sweet Treats Ice Cream Truck
Jereme Collins 740-852-5393
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Vera Allen
Vera 614-302-0096
https://veraryancremeans.wixsite.com/veraryancremeans/blank
Boyce Entertainment
Nathan Boyce 740-412-4778
https://www.boyceentertainment.com/
Five Knox Sounds
Corey Knox
Also offers playlist and planning package, if you don’t need a full onsite DJ and have someone who can operate the farm’s speaker and microphone
JT Burcham
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Roosters Wings
Keely Riesen 614-603-6889
https://roosterswings.com/catering/roosters-food-truck/
Fancy Feeding You
Also does catering
Tricia Irsik
chefjoe@fancyfeedingyoullc.com
Pitabilities
Kara Rogers
Guelaguetza Mexican Street Food & Ice Cream
note: only available for Sunday through Thursday weddings
Ruby 614-348-5813
guelaguetzastreetfood@gmail.com
Biscuit Boss
Casey Stevens
Schmidt’s Sausage Truck
jennica.tweedy@schmidthospitality.com
The Tasty Good
Fired Up Pizza
Michael Rice 614-286-0140
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Alton Farmstead Linens
Linens can be rented through the farm, pricing includes delivery, return, setup, teardown
https://www.altonfarmstead.com/linen-packages
Alton Farmstead Decor
The farm has many large and table décor items that you are more than welcome to use at no additional charge.
You can find our most current list of décor on this page: https://www.altonfarmstead.com/inventory
A Touch of Autumn Events
Services range from décor rental to full service design
Autumn Mundy 614-296-8977
ATouchofAutumnEvents@gmail.com
https://atouchofautumn.wixsite.com/atouchofautumn
Party Dreams Columbus
Decor rentals
Courtney Glispie 614.805.3413
https://partydreamscolumbusoh.square.site
Lovely Arrows Designs
Hand-drawn seating charts, signs, windows, invitations
Kristin Baisden
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Courtney Glispie Photography
https://courtney-glispie-photography.square.site
https://www.instagram.com/courtneyglispiephotography/
Justine Tuhy Photography
https://www.justinetuhyphotography.com
https://www.instagram.com/justinetuhyphoto/
Megan Layne Event Co. – Planning, Photography, Videography
https://www.instagram.com/meganlayneeventco/
Melissa McKean Photography
https://www.melissamckeanphoto.com
https://www.instagram.com/melissamckeanphoto
Makayla Autumn Photography
https://www.makaylaautumnphoto.com
https://www.instagram.com/makaylaautumnphotography/
Torie Stakes
https://toriestakes.mypixieset.com/
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Megan Layne Event Co. – Planning, Photography, Videography
https://www.instagram.com/meganlayneeventco/
Central Ohio Wedding Video
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Tip:when looking at wedding coordinators / planners, it’s important that you closely examine what services are (and aren’t) included, and the amount of service hours included – both before your big day, and on your big day. It can be tricky to compare apples-to-apples with coordinators / planners because they all provide different levels and types of services.
Megan Layne Event Co. – Planning, Photography, Videography
https://www.instagram.com/meganlayneeventco/
Five Knox Sounds
Tiffany Knox
Thyme & Details
Dana Watts 614-859-2757
Other Vendors
The following vendors have expressed interest in being added to our list of favorites. While they haven't yet had the opportunity to work an event or wedding here at the farm, and I don't have firsthand experience with them, I wanted to share them as an additional resource for your vendor search. This list is also a way for me to support other small businesses that are growing and looking to expand their reach!
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EA Dance Studio
Anastasia Gordeeva 614-535-5577
3732 Fishinger Blvd, Hilliard OH 43026
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D and M DJ Entertainment
David Kurtz 614-604-9400
david@dandmdjentertainment.com
https://dandmdjentertainment.com
iShine Music Production
Christopher Summers 614.490.2110
It Takes Two DJ & Karaoke
Dan and Carrie Tilley 614.940.1104
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085231988687
Dan and Carrie were married at the farm in May, 2022!
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City Six Strings
Sarah Becker
https://www.citysixstrings.com
Well-established in Cleveland, trying to break into the Columbus market
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Miranda Carr
614.715.4847
Specializes in honeymoons, no fees to the couple
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Events with Mercedes
Mercedes McElley 812.655.1377
https://eventswithmercedes.com
Storybook Assistance
Jessica McDonough 937.999.7516
StorybookAssistanceLLC@gmail.com
https://www.storybookassistancellc.com/
Moment Management
Lexie Donahue 740.475.7502
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I haven’t worked directly with any transportation services, but some couples have asked me for referrals so I got these recommendations from a local, experienced wedding planner:
Fun Bus
Columbus Coach/Supreme Limo
Lucky Limo
Cardinal Transportation
Uber and Lyft have voucher programs where you can pay for part (or all) of your guest’s ride!
Check out the info here: