You either eat before or after the party, depending on which you pick. The upper section is for the Plaza group and the lower section is for the Terrace view. We did the after party last Friday night and I was pleasantly surprised w/ the crowd level. I thought w/ both parties going we would be squished but it wasn't the case at all. Most people sat on the grass or cement. There was a photo pass person doing pictures inside with a sign you could hold. It was really nice.