Summer Receptions—$4,400
May 1st - October 31st 340 people Maximum
Package includes the use of the
Pavilion and Kitchen; use of in stock 60" round
tables; 8' banquet tables for the
head table, guest tables, gift table, guestbook,
buffet tables, and DJ table; 48"
round table for the cake; chairs;
custom event layout, set up; the services of
an event supervisor and cleaning.
*Additional charges for security.
Reception Pavilion
Winter Receptions—$3,300 November 1st - April 30th 200 people Maximum
Package includes the use of the
Pavilion and Kitchen; use of in stock 60" round
tables; 8' banquet tables for the
head table, gift table, guestbook,
buffet tables, and DJ table; 48"
round table for the cake; chairs in stock;
choice of event layout from 3 samples, set up; the services of
an event supervisor and cleaning.
*Additional charges for security.
Chinampa Garden
Garden Ceremony—$660
Package includes the use of the Garden for up to 3 event hours
seating for up to 120 guests; a raised platform for the altar;
event set up; and the services of an event supervisor.
*Additional charges for security and cleaning.
*If the reception is held at the
Mexican Heritage Plaza
immediately following the
ceremony, the rate for this
ceremony package is $550.
*Not available on Saturdays without Pavilion Package reservation.
Venue Rentals
*Equipment and staffing priced separately.
Entire facility rental includes La Plaza, Theater, Pavilion, Gardens, Kitchen and
all smaller meeting rooms. (15 hours)
Non-Profit
Commercial
Monday - Thursday
$4,500
$7,000
Friday or Sunday
$5,400
$9,100
Saturday
$6,000
$9,900
La Plaza, facing theater
La Plaza, Pavilion, Gardens and Kitchen
Non-Profit
Commercial
Monday - Thursday
$2,425
$3,300
Friday or Sunday
$3,150
$4,250
Saturday
$3,300
$4,650
NOTE: Pricing subject to change and/or correction.
*Pricing is for facility use only. Additional fees will apply for permits, security, cleaning, and staffing. Please call office for a customized quote.
Staffing and Equipment Rentals
For equipment rental and staffing cost please contact the Event Services Office at 408-794-6240 or email us at melina.iglesias@sanjoseca.gov
Can I use a caterer that is not on the MHP approved list?
Event Services requires that new caterers submit the following documents 90 days in advance for approval:
1. Insurances - general liability, autombile, worker's compensation, Liquor libability.
2. Santa Clara County health permit. 3. San José business licence. Can I bring in homemade food?
MHP does not allow homemade food on site under any circumstance.
Can I bring my own beverages?
Yes. Clients can arrange for their caterer to serve soft beverages and alcohol during an event. alcohol may not be brought in by guest, during an event. Any uncontrolled liquor will be confiscated. No minors are allowed to drink alcohol on site.
Do we have to do any cleaning after the event?
The client only needs to pick up items that they would like to keep. Rental items will be
put aside by the cleaning crew for pickup on another day. The cleaning crews will
breakdown the event and clean the Pavilion, restrooms and touch up the kitchen.
Can we extend the event past 12:00am?
No, the event must stop at midnight.
Are the any restrictions on décor?
Candles are fine as long as each candle is in a holder and the flame is below the top lip.
No confetti or loose helium balloons. No smoke machines. No tape, pins or nails may be used. If you are not sure, please ask
the rentals department.
Do I need event insurance?
Yes. The Policy must cover the entire reservation time.
Is a damage deposit collected?
Yes. The fee is based on the area rented and/or expected attendance. Any damage or overtime charges will be deducted from your deposit. If none apply the full deposit will be returned to the client.
If you would like to come see the venue and get a detailed quote, please call the
Facility Rentals Department at 408.794.6240
Mexican Heritage Plaza
1700 Alum Rock Ave San José, CA 95116
tel. 408-794-6240 fax 408-272-9920
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