Choosing a wedding venue is no walk in the park. There’s almost a limitless number of options and features available that can make it difficult to know where to start. However, if you can narrow down your options by knowing what to look for, the process becomes much easier. In this post, we’ve compiled a list of 5 things every wedding venue should offer to make your choice much easier.
1. Enough Space
Your guest list will determine the size of your venue. You should make sure that the venue you choose has more than enough space just in case your guest list changes. You need to consider the size of the band which will affect how large the stage needs to be. Once people start dancing, is there enough space for 50+ people on the dance floor? For the people who prefer to mingle, is there a quieter place to talk? What about kids; is there space for them to run around and enjoy themselves as well? Anticipating all these aspects will affect the experience your guests will have.
2. The Ideal Location
You know what they say, “location, location, location.” While it’s tempting to consider a rural event venue that offers views and plenty of space, you need to consider your guests. If you have friends and family traveling from out of state, are there accommodations that are close by and convenient? If they’ve traveled a long way, they might want to check out other attractions in the area or see friends and family members that aren’t attending the wedding. By choosing a venue in a city, there will be plenty of hotel options to choose from and more things to see.
3. Venue Staff and Amenities
The venue doesn’t really matter unless you have a great venue manager and staff behind him/her. With so many details that go into planning a wedding, having experience on your side is invaluable. Choosing a wedding venue with a staff that can answer all your questions about timelines, preferred vendors, DJs, photographers, and wedding planning services can be hugely beneficial when finalizing those details of your wedding. Especially when it comes to the resources they provide and getting accurate pricing.
4. Design and Details
You should choose a venue that can turn your dreams into reality. You want a versatile event venue that can accommodate your preferred decorations, flowers, greenery, and accents that you envisioned for your special day. For your dream wedding, you might consider a space that features a ballroom, spiral staircase, and a crystal chandelier like the Mansion Royal in Corpus Christi. Whichever venue you’re considering, it should be able to fit, accommodate, and accent your vision with ease. Just remember that the little details in the space will become standout features on your wedding day.
5. Photo Friendly
Your wedding is going to be a magical day that you will forever remember, so it’s important to have photos that reflect those memories. Make sure to choose a photogenic venue that provides your photographer with the best possible backdrop to capture beautiful pictures. Take a look at the venue’s website before taking a tour; most venues will have a gallery page on their site and plenty of photos on their social media pages. When you do take a tour, pay attention to the interior and exterior details of the space, and imagine how a photo might look in that spot.
Choosing a wedding venue is a big step in the wedding planning process. Once you’ve selected a venue, the rest of the planning process will start falling into place. Do your research, tour spaces, ask questions, and pay attention to the details. If you stick to that formula, you can alleviate some of the stresses of searching for a venue.