How to choose a wedding venue
The ins and outs of choosing your dream wedding venue!
Finding the perfect space for your friends and family to celebrate you and your boo can be daunting because there are so many options. Whether it's a resort, chapel, or the grand ballroom of a hotel, your venue is arguably one of the most important parts of your wedding day. There are TONS to consider but I wanted to share some of the things that I have shared to help my clients choose their dream wedding venue.
Start searching for your wedding venue early!
After nailing down a wedding date, the venue should be next on your list! The venue sets the tone for the rest of your vendors as well. Just like any other vendors, venues, especially the good ones book up MONTHS ahead of time so starting the search early is really the only way to do it!
Remember your budget
Budget is obviously going to play a HUGE role in choosing your venue. By looking at your overall wedding budget and then deciding how much money you want to spend on the venue. When you get into the numbers of it all, it really allows you to narrow down your options - this goes for all aspects of your wedding day.
FUN FACT: Sometimes you can save on your wedding venue if you are getting married during the off-season or on a non-traditional wedding day - YAY for Fridays!
Think back on the vision of your wedding
Think about your style for your wedding. Is it rustic? Is it upscale? More modern? Whatever your wedding style is, make sure that your venue reflects the overall vision for your big day. Sometimes venues you wouldn’t expect to love are the ones! So make sure to try visiting tons before deciding on the one!
Do they have option for outdoor and indoor seating
Now none of us want to wish for rain on our wedding day but this is definitely something you want to keep in mind when deciding on your venue. Do they have designated ceremony spaces both indoor and outdoor? If not, is there a tent option included?
Now for the nitty gritty
You want to make sure that your venue suits all aspects of your wedding day and as proper accommodations for your other vendors. Here's a list of some things to ask potential venues:
Is there handicap accessibility?
Are there proper outlets for DJs?
How many restrooms are available?
Is there an on-site bridal suite? Groom Suite?
What all is included in the venue rental? Chairs? Tables? Just the space?
How long do we get the space?
Is there a kitchen on site for caterers?
Remember this is about you!
In the end, your venue should be what you and your partner want.
Stick to your gut and go with a venue that feels the most authentic and true to you two as a couple. Take a step away from Pinterest just for a second and really think about what elements are important for your wedding day and look for venues that fit the style of what YOU want.
