What is the Courtyard’s size and maximum capacity?

The Courtyard is approximately 300 sq. ft. (about 10′ × 30′) and accommodates up to 50 guests, depending on layout and event style.

Which layouts fit the Courtyard?

Typical layouts include Banquet rounds up to 24, Boardroom/long table up to 24, Cocktail (high-tops) up to 40, and Theater-style ceremony up to 40. We’ll tailor the floor plan to your guest count and flow.

Is there an indoor backup for weather?

Yes. We can pair the Courtyard with an indoor room as a rain or heat plan, based on availability, so your event stays on schedule if the weather shifts.

Do you provide catering and bar service outdoors?

Yes. Our onsite culinary team offers plated, family-style, buffet, stations, or reception-style menus for brunch, lunch, cocktails, or dinner. Bar packages include beer & wine, full bar, signature cocktails, and mocktails.

Can you accommodate dietary needs?

Absolutely. We can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs. Please share allergies and preferences in advance.

What AV or music is appropriate in the Courtyard?

High-speed internet supports playlists and streaming. Low-volume background music and small speakers are recommended. Handheld or clip-on mics may be used with neighborhood-friendly sound levels. Your coordinator will confirm any amplification guidelines.

What décor looks best in the Courtyard?

The café lights and greenery create a garden vibe. Keep décor simple with linens, bud vases, and LED candles. Specialty décor or open flame requires approval and may need specific holders.

Can we pair the Courtyard with other spaces?

Yes. Popular pairings include Courtyard ceremony → Stone Room dinner or Courtyard cocktail hour → Admiral’s Ballroom reception. Pairing also serves as a weather backup.

Where are you located and what about parking?

We’re in Fells Point at 888 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231. Valet with in/out privileges is available, nearby garages are convenient, and rideshare is easy. The waterfront and restaurants are steps away.

Do you have an onsite hotel for guests?

Yes. The William Fell Baltimore (Tapestry Collection by Hilton) offers 80 guest rooms. Ask about room blocks and suites for getting ready.

Are children and pets allowed?

Children are welcome; we can provide kids’ menus and earlier service. The onsite hotel is pet-friendly (weight and fee apply). For events, please discuss pet-of-honor plans with your coordinator.

Do you allow outside vendors?

Yes. Licensed vendors are welcome. Certificates of Insurance may be required. We’ll provide load-in details, timelines, and outdoor policies for décor and sound.

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Café-Lit Garden for Micro & Small Events (Fells Point, Baltimore)

The Courtyard — Micro & Small Events (Fells Point, Baltimore)

The Courtyard at The William Fell Baltimore is a charming outdoor nook with lush greenery and bistro café lights. It’s ideal for micro and small weddings, baby and bridal showers, birthday parties, vow renewals, lunch meetings, and cozy cocktail hours.

Event Highlights

Romantic, café-lit backdrop that looks great in photos—day or night.

Flexible layouts for ceremonies, long-table dinners, or cocktail mingles.

Easy pairing with an indoor room for weather backup or dessert/coffee.

Typical Layouts, Included Amenities & Ideal Uses

Configure the Courtyard for micro weddings, showers, birthdays, vow renewals, lunch meetings, and more.

Typical Layouts

Banquet rounds: up to 24
Boardroom / long table: up to 24
Cocktail (high-tops): up to 40
Theater ceremony: up to 40

We’ll map a layout that fits your guest count and flow.

Included / Available

Atmosphere: bistro café lights and intimate garden feel
Connectivity: high-speed internet (great for music or quick remarks)
Catering: onsite menus for brunch, lunch, dinner, or passed bites
Support: staffing, rentals coordination; indoor backup options on request

Ideal Event Types

Micro & small weddings: intimate vows, sunset toasts, cozy reception
Vow renewals: meaningful ceremonies followed by family-style dinner
Showers: baby/bridal showers with a mimosa bar and dessert display
Birthdays & milestones: casual cocktails, grazing stations, or seated dinners
Lunch meetings: open-air team lunch with brief remarks and coffee service
Cocktail hours: pair with an indoor room for a seamless event flow

Courtyard — Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about capacities, layouts, micro & small weddings, showers, birthdays, vow renewals, lunch meetings, AV, catering, décor, weather plans, accessibility, parking, and booking.

What types of events are ideal for the Courtyard?

Micro & small weddings: ceremony, intimate dinner, and toasts under café lights.
Vow renewals: meaningful ceremony followed by family-style dining.
Showers: baby or bridal showers with brunch, mimosa bar, and dessert table.
Birthdays & milestones: casual cocktails, grazing stations, or seated dinners.
Lunch meetings: open-air lunches with quick remarks or team updates.
Cocktail hours: pair with an indoor room for a seamless event flow.

What are the Courtyard specs and capacities?

Size: ~300 sq. ft. (approx. 10′ × 30′)
Maximum capacity: up to 50 guests
Layouts: Banquet rounds up to 24 • Boardroom/long table up to 24 • Cocktail up to 40 • Theater ceremony up to 40
Type: outdoor, private courtyard with greenery and café lighting

How does a micro-wedding or vow renewal typically flow?

Ceremony: simple theater setup or standing circle under café lights.
Cocktail: signature drinks and canapés while you take photos nearby.
Dinner: plated, family-style, or stations; speeches at dessert.

We can add an indoor backup for weather and keep the style cohesive.

What do showers and birthday parties look like in the Courtyard?

Shower brunch: welcome drink → brunch stations or buffet → gifts & games → sweets table.
Birthday cocktail: high-tops + grazing boards → toast → after-party inside.

We’ll plan gift tables, dessert displays, and a quick mic for remarks.

Is the Courtyard suitable for business lunches or meetings?

Yes—perfect for team lunches with brief remarks. We can provide Wi-Fi and a simple power drop for a small speaker or laptop.

What AV or music is appropriate outdoors?

Connectivity: high-speed internet for playlists/streaming.
Audio: low-volume background music; small speakers are best.
Remarks: handheld or clip-on mic available on request (subject to noise guidelines).

We follow neighborhood-friendly sound levels; your coordinator will confirm limits and timelines.

What décor works best in the Courtyard?

Keep it light: greenery, bud vases, and linens complement the garden vibe.
Lighting: café lights are built in; add candles (LED preferred) for glow.
Signage: small welcome or seating signs fit the footprint without crowding.

Open flame and specialty effects require approval—ask your coordinator.

What’s the rain or heat plan for outdoor events?

Rain backup: we’ll pair your booking with an indoor space (based on availability) for a seamless switch.
Heat/cool: seasonal fans or heaters may be arranged; availability varies.
Timing: sunset/golden hour often provides the best comfort and photos.

Is the Courtyard wheelchair accessible?

Yes—there are wheelchair accessible routes and nearby indoor restrooms. Please share guest needs so we can confirm the best path.

Do you offer catering and bar service outdoors?

Yes—our onsite culinary team provides brunch, lunch, cocktails, or dinner as plated, family-style, buffet, stations, or reception-style. Bar packages include beer & wine, full bar, signature cocktails, and mocktails.

Dietary needs: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options available; please share allergies in advance.

What furniture setups fit the space best?

Seated meals: two to three small rounds or one long table work beautifully.
Cocktail style: a mix of high-tops and small rounds keeps flow easy.
Ceremony: slim theater rows or a semi-circle around the couple.

We’ll right-size tables and aisles for comfort and photos.

Are there timing or quiet-hour restrictions?

Outdoor events follow venue quiet hours and neighborhood-friendly sound. Your coordinator will confirm latest end time and amplification rules for your date.

Where are you located and how do guests park?

We’re at 888 S Broadway, Fells Point, Baltimore, MD 21231. Valet with in/out privileges is available; nearby garages and rideshare are easy. The waterfront and restaurants are steps away.

Can we pair the Courtyard with indoor rooms?

Yes—common combos include Ceremony in Courtyard → Dinner in Stone Room, or Cocktail in Courtyard → Reception in Admiral’s Ballroom. Pairing also serves as a weather backup.

Are kids and pets allowed?

Kids: welcome—ask about kids’ menus and earlier service. Pets: the onsite hotel is pet-friendly (weight/fee apply); for events, please confirm pet-of-honor plans with your coordinator.

Any photo tips for the Courtyard and neighborhood?

Golden hour: plan portraits around sunset for soft light.
Nearby backdrops: waterfront promenade, cobblestones, and Broadway Square are steps away.
Rain plan: indoor spaces on property offer flattering light for portraits.

How do we get pricing and reserve the Courtyard?

Share your date, event type, and guest count. We’ll send a tailored proposal with menu and bar options, timelines, and a weather backup plan. A signed agreement and deposit secure your date.

Can we bring outside vendors?

Yes—licensed vendors are welcome. COIs may be required. We’ll provide load-in details, timeline, and outdoor policies (candles, décor, amplification).

The Courtyard