FAQ

  • Do you provide audio/visual equipment and event lighting?

    Yes — we offer full AV, lighting, and production support via our in-house event company, Nicholson Events. Whether it’s a corporate presentation or Video Wall, Monitors, Staging DJs, lighting, we’ve got you covered.

  • How many guests can your venue accommodate?

    We can host events of various sizes — from intimate 50-person gatherings to large-scale events up to 500 guests in the boathouse. We can accommodate close to 850+ guests across our three spaces.

  • How much parking is available?

    We have up to 200 secure, private parking spaces on-site — no shuttles or street parking needed.

  • Can we choose our own vendors?

    Yes, with some exceptions. The Knowlton allows you to select most of your own vendors, including caterers, decorators, photographers, videographers, DJs, bands, and entertainment providers. However, we do have exclusive providers for certain services:

    Exclusive Lighting and Video Production: Nicholson Events is the exclusive provider for all lighting and video production services, including:

    Projectors and screens

    Video walls

    Image magnification (IMAG)

    Uplighting

    Custom lighting designs

    While you're welcome to bring in your own DJs, bands, and entertainment, any lighting or video equipment these vendors require must be provided through Nicholson Events.

    Exclusive Alcohol Service: Knowlton Events LLC is the exclusive provider of all bar and alcohol services. No outside alcohol is permitted.

    Vendor Requirements:

    All vendors must complete our online vendor registration form and submit proof of insurance at least 14 days before your event

    Vendors must carry appropriate liability insurance (minimum $1M per occurrence/$2M aggregate)

    Vendors must comply with all venue policies

    We're happy to recommend trusted vendors who are familiar with our venue and can help make your event exceptional. Please contact your event coordinator for our preferred vendor list.

  • Do you host corporate holiday parties or team offsites?

    Yes! We specialize in corporate events — including holiday parties, team-building days, offsites, and product launches.

  • Do you allow outside alcohol or have bar service?

    Knowlton Events LLC is the exclusive provider of all bar and alcohol services. No outside alcohol is permitted.

  • What makes The Knowlton unique?

    We’re an arts-first, industrial-chic venue with waterfront views, a private mural park, and flexible event spaces — all run by a seasoned team with 30+ years in events.