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Kalahari Resorts and Conventions is a wedding and event venue located in Sandusky, Ohio. This setting strives to give each couple an elegant, personalized experience from their event design to their catering services. The multiple event spaces, relaxing guest rooms, and dedicated staff will ensure that you and your guests have an unforgettable celebration.

Facilities and Capacity

Kalahari Resorts and Conventions has multiple venue options to choose from to host weddings of various sizes. Their main option, the Kilimanjaro Ballroom, stands at over 38,000 square feet and can be separated into up to 6 different suites. The versatile floor plans allow you to create an array of seating arrangements to match your dream design. his venue is also home to the region's largest indoor waterpark, making for memorable, lighthearted excursions with your wedding party. If you prefer a more tropical setting, the various Jaamati Huts will make for a unique backdrop to your prenuptial events. The Grand Hall is also available for you and your guests to enjoy cocktail hour before the reception starts. You will also have hundreds of guest rooms and suites to choose from, with modern amenities to ensure a relaxing wedding weekend.

Services Offered

Kalahari offers a wonderful space for your wedding ceremony and reception, along with other special events like banquets, wedding showers, and engagement parties. You can truly relax on your big day and let the onsite team handle the setup and cleanup of everything event-related. Soon-to-be-weds will be welcome to enjoy the in-house culinary options, with delicious menu options to suit practically any palate. Tables and chairs will be provided, along with linens, dinnerware, and other tabletop items.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

35

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Hotel
Resort

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Valet
Wheelchair Access
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4.4 out of 5 rating
11 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.3 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.4 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.1 out of 5 rating
90% Recommended by couples
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Carolina Sent on 12/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue for your dream wedding!

I feel like I can write a short novel on how amazing Kalahari was to make our dream wedding come true. From the very 1st inquiry email that I sent to the minute we had to check out was absolutely amazing and easy going. I had so many questions, and concerns and so much that I wasn't sure on but, they helped in more ways that I can express and everything turned out just right. Our Coordinator's Kassie and Amanda were beyond accommodating and helpful with everything. The rest of the team at Kalahari completely swept us off our feet with the delicious food from their chef and the Baker went above and beyond with the cake. It was beautiful and tasted delicious. Our guest till this day still mentions the food. Kalahari made the day so easy and non stressful. We also got a great rate for guest who wanted to stay the weekend. I can go on and on but, I highly recommend! Thank you Kalahari!
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Wanda Sent on 10/03/2012
5 out of 5 rating
We went to the Kalahari Resort in Sandusky Ohio for our Honeymoon. It was close to home and very relaxing. My husband and I loved the food, we probably gained 5 pounds in the week that we were there! I loved the option of charging everything to your room, it was convenient to only have to carry a room key with us. The spa was very nice! We enjoyed a couple massage, very relaxing! I think this would be a great couples vacation or a family vacation, we would love to return!
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Kelly Sent on 09/04/2008
5 out of 5 rating
The wedding planning staff were amazing. They worked with us on every detail of our reception. They provided guests with discounts for rooms if they stayed. My husband and I received a free night the night of the wedding. They made sure they accommodated any allergies that were present for the food. The staff even suggested ways for us to save money. Since my husband and I are neither really into fancy parties, the staff suggested that we not use chair covers which saved us a lot of money. The staff even contacted our band in order to make arrangements to their space set up. I really would recommend them to anyone.
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Kassie MacKay
Kassie MacKay
Sales & Catering Manager

Meet our Wedding Sales & Catering Manager Kassie MacKay! Kassie has been planning weddings for over 7 years and it truly is her passion. Kassie is very detail oriented and it is her goal to make your wedding planning experience as fun and stress free as possible. Kalahari is full of exciting and memorable opportunities and Kassie will be by your side during the whole process to ensure your experience is nothing short of spectacular!

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Kalahari Resorts and Conventions frequently asked questions

Kalahari Resorts and Conventions includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Kalahari Resorts and Conventions for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Hotel
  • Resort
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Kalahari Resorts and Conventions is recommended by 87% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.5 in quality of service, 4.4 in professionalism, 4.4 in value, 4.3 in average response time and 4.1 in flexibility.

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