Tips for Organizing a Memorable Family Reunion in Lacey's Spring at The White Barn at Padgett Place
- Padgett Place Events
- Dec 17, 2025
- 4 min read
Family reunions bring everyone together, and when you're planning one in Lacey's Spring, you want a place that can handle both the logistics and the memories. We've hosted plenty of reunions at The White Barn at Padgett Place, and we know what makes these gatherings run smoothly. Our 33 acre property gives your group room to spread out, while our climate controlled barn keeps everyone comfortable no matter what Alabama's weather brings.
Tips for Planning a Family Reunion That Everyone Will Remember
Planning a reunion takes more than picking a date and sending invites. You need a venue that addresses the practical issues, from seating arrangements to weather backup plans, so you can focus on the people who have shown up. Here's what we've learned from hosting family reunions over the years.
Start with a Space That Fits Multiple Generations Comfortably
Think about your youngest and oldest guests when you're choosing a venue. Our 6,800 square foot climate controlled barn means toddlers aren't overheating and grandparents aren't freezing. We include 25 sixty inch round tables and chairs with your booking, and our team creates a custom floor plan based on how your family wants to gather. You get 12 hours of access on your event day, so early arrivers have somewhere to g,o and late night conversations don't get cut short.
Add outdoor options to give people choices throughout the day. Our gazebo by the water works well for family photos, and the climate controlled covered patio gives you fresh air without the full sun. The concrete aisleway handles outdoor games or activities, and you can pick from three different arbors as gathering spots or photo backdrops.
Book Onsite Support So You're Not Running the Show
The biggest mistake reunion organizers make is trying to manage everything themselves. We keep one The White Barn employee onsite during your event to handle timeline management, guest direction, and problems as they come up. If you're bringing decorations, our team can help with setup, or you can use items from our decor closet at no extra charge.
Our coordination support means you're not the one figuring out when to serve food or where people should park. We've hosted enough reunions to know what works, from table layouts that encourage mingling to timing that gets everyone seated for meals.
Plan Your Food and Drinks Around Easy Service
Your caterer needs a functional workspace, and your guests want drinks without long waits. Our fully equipped warming kitchen gives caterers everything they need to prep and serve. The large bar room includes a kegerator, tap, and 500 pound ice machine, so you can set up a full bar or keep it simple with beer and soft drinks.
If you want music or dancing, both live musicians and DJs work well here. Set up on the indoor mezzanine or the outdoor patio, depending on your crowd. We can provide vendor connections if you need recommendations for caterers or entertainment, and every package is fully customizable, so you only pay for what your reunion needs.
Handle the Logistics Before Anyone Arrives
Parking and restrooms are boring to think about, but they make or break a reunion. Our paved parking lot has room for your whole group, and we offer golf cart concierge service for guests who need help getting from their cars to the venue. Four restrooms, including a designated family and handicap restroom, keep lines manageable even during peak times.
The private vendor entrance keeps caterers and entertainers from walking through your guests, and dedicated vendor parking means delivery vehicles aren't blocking family members. We only host one event at a time, so the entire property is yours. No shared spaces, no other group's noise, no confusion about which restroom or parking area to use.
Conclusion
Family reunions matter, and we treat them that way. Our team will walk you through how the spaces work, what's included with your booking, and how we can support the kind of gathering you're planning. We've hosted reunions for years, and we know how to make the day run well so you can focus on the people who showed up.
Ready to start planning your family reunion? Contact us to schedule a tour and see the property for yourself.
FAQs
Can we bring our own caterer and vendors?
Yes. We have a fully equipped warming kitchen, private vendor entrance, and dedicated vendor parking. We can also provide vendor connections if you need recommendations.
What happens if some of our guests have mobility concerns?
We have four restrooms, including a designated family and handicap restroom, golf cart concierge service from the paved parking lot, and climate controlled indoor and outdoor spaces.
What's included with our reunion booking?
You get 12 hours of access, 25 sixty inch round tables and chairs with a custom floorplan setup, one White Barn employee onsite, and complimentary access to our extensive decor closet. You'll have full use of our 6,800 square foot climate controlled barn, indoor and outdoor ceremony sites, covered patio, warming kitchen, bar room, and all restrooms.
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