What to Know Before you Begin
Frequently Asked Questions
From first inquiry to the event day, here’s what you can expect along the way.
Booking & Tours
Joy and Glory Farm is located in the Summit area of Puyallup.
Our address is: 9904 Canyon Road E, Puyallup, WA 98373
Schedule a tour or contact us for more info. To secure your date, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required. 90 days before your event, the remaining balance is due.
Yes! While our regular event days are Thursday through Sunday, we’re happy to accommodate other dates – including Mondays, Tuesdays or any holiday. Just let us know your preferred date and we’ll check availability and provide a custom quote tailored to your request.
Yes, please visit (this page) to schedule a tour. We are not open to the public, except for scheduled tours.
We welcome bookings in advance based on availability. Contact us to discuss your preferred date and event details.
We recommend scheduling your tour as early as possible, especially if you already have a date in mind. Tours are available by appointment.
Absolutely! You don’t need to have a date selected before touring Joy & Glory Farm. We’d love for you to experience the property first and see if it feels like the right fit.
Absolutely. Joy & Glory Farm is a gathering place for more than weddings. We welcome celebrations, family gatherings, corporate and community events, retreats, and other meaningful occasions. View our Ways to Gather page here.
Pricing & Policies
Our preferred methods are cash or check, but we can also accept credit/debit card.
We require event insurance with a minimum $2 million liability policy to ensure the safety and protection of all guests, staff, and the venue itself. This coverage helps safeguard against unforeseen incidents, such as property damage or injuries, during your event. The $2 million policy is a standard industry requirement for venues in Pierce County, providing comprehensive protection for both you and our facility. Please contact your insurance provider to obtain this coverage, and feel free to reach out to us with any questions about the process.
To host an event at our venue, you must obtain event liability insurance with a minimum $2 million policy to cover potential damages or injuries.
Here’s how to get it:
Contact an Insurance Provider: Reach out to a licensed insurance agent or company offering event insurance, such as The Event Helper, WedSafe, or your existing homeowner’s or renter’s insurance provider.
Specify Event Details: Provide the date, guest count, and type of event (e.g., wedding, reception). Mention that our venue requires a $2 million general liability policy.
Request a Certificate of Insurance (COI): Ensure the policy names our venue as an additional insured and request a COI to submit to us before your event.
Include Liquor Liability (if applicable): If alcohol will be served, confirm the policy includes host liquor liability coverage, as required for events with alcohol under Washington State regulations.
Submit to Us: Send the COI to our team no later than 14 days before your event.
Costs typically range from $100–$300 for a one-day event, depending on the provider and event specifics.
You can find what’s included with your venue rental on our Investment Page Here.
Yes, a 50% down payment is required to reserve your date. The down payment is non-refundable.
You must have everything cleaned up and removed by the end of your rental time. You are allotted a 12-hour rental window for your event (you choose the times!), however, additional rental hours may be available for $500–$1,000 per hour, depending on your event date and availability.
Food, Alcohol & Catering
Beer and wine permitted for couple to provide.
Hard alcohol is permitted at our venue when served by a professional bartender with a valid license.
A Banquet Permit from the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board is required, whether you provide your own or hire a professional.
In addition, be sure your event insurance includes alcohol coverage.
Not at all! We believe it’s your event and we want you to be able to choose your own vendors. However, you must select a caterer that is a licensed professional with a valid Washington State Food Business Permit. This ensures all food is prepared and handled safely in compliance with Pierce County health regulations. Please provide proof of your caterer’s license prior to your event.
Our kitchen is designated as a catering warming kitchen only and is not a commercial kitchen. Licensed caterers may use it to warm, assemble, or serve food, but full food preparation must occur off-site at a licensed commercial kitchen to comply with Pierce County health regulations. Please ensure your caterer has a valid Washington State Food Business Permit and contact us with any questions about kitchen use or recommended caterers.
Yes, you may bring your own drinks, snacks, and prepared foods to serve during set-up and getting ready time. No cooking is permitted, however. Beer and wine are permitted if you have a Banquet permit.
Yes, we absolutely allow guests to hire food trucks. We provide a dedicated spot with a 50-amp electrical hookup. A fee may apply for electricity usage.
Spaces, Rentals & Vendors
Beyond the buildings many offerings, we supply tables and chairs for up to 300 guests, trash bags/cans and all papers for bathrooms. We can also provide decor from our Rental Collection for an additional charge.
To ensure the safety of all guests, protect our property, and comply with Pierce County regulations, the following items are not allowed at our venue:
- Fireworks, sparklers, cold sparks, or open flames (except approved enclosed candles)
- Illegal substances
- Confetti, glitter, or non-biodegradable decorations
- Smoke machines or foggers
- Pets (except ADA-compliant service animals)
- Unapproved cooking or heating devices (e.g., grills, hot plates)
- Excessive noise devices (e.g., air horns)
- Adhesives or decorations that may damage surfaces (e.g., tape, nails)
Please contact us with any questions or to discuss specific items. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our venue safe and enjoyable for everyone!
We love animals, but for the safety and comfort of all guests, pets are not permitted at our venue. However, we gladly welcome service animals as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Absolutely! But please know that we are not responsible for any of the items you provide yourself. You are also responsible for setting up, decorating and removing all your own rentals and decorations you provide.
Yes we do. Please visit this page to view our gorgeous bridal suite and groom’s room.
Yes! Wednesday rehearsal time slots are available for $200 per hour (non-refundable). Food and drinks are not permitted on rehearsal days.
We’re happy to share the professionals we know and trust, but you are welcome to bring your own vendors as long as they meet our venue requirements.
Guest Experience & Logistics
Our on-site parking is totally free, and we have 114 paved parking spaces. In addition, we have 10 spots for vendors, etc.
We can accommodate up to 300 guests.
Yes, in fact, they are absolutely beautiful (and, clean!). In the women’s restroom, there are 4 stalls. In the men’s restroom we have 1 stall and 3 urinals.
Yes! Joy & Glory Farm is equipped with air conditioning for those warmer days and cozy heating for the cooler months, so you and your guests can stay comfortable year-round.
And for an extra little touch we think you’ll love—the main event space features heated flooring, so when it’s time to kick off your shoes and dance the night away, you can even go barefoot!
As much as we want Joy & Glory Farm to feel like your home away from home, we do not allow any overnight guests on-site.