Wedding Reception Venues: Saving Money!
The biggest expense of most any wedding is the reception itself. If you are in the process of planning your reception, you already know that the costs can be astronomical depending on just how many people you plan on inviting and the price of incidentals including music, tables, chairs, etc. Let's take a look at some important ways you can cut back on the cost of a wedding reception. The Venue - The more elegant the venue, the more that you will pay. You can still have a reception in a very nice hall if you forego some of the pricey amenities which can drive up the cost including: a free bar, string quartet, a cake with fondue frosting, and more. Venues that charge a high all inclusive price could still be cheaper than a venue where you pay for specific services and add on what you want. Get detailed information about your costs before selecting your reception hall.
The Seating - Not all venues include the cost of tables and chairs with the price of the rental. Make certain that you find a place that includes what should be a standard item. Hire a DJ - A band is a nice to have, but very expensive addition to any wedding party. Better to hire a professional wedding dj who can spin all the tunes that you like at a price much lower than what the entire band will charge you. Friends and Family Decorating Team - Lots of couples enlist the assistance of friends and family members to help them make their day special. Table settings, flower arrangements, and other décor can be handled by those gifted with these particular talents. You can save hundreds even thousands of dollars by letting those close to you handle the work. Buffet or Kitchen Food - If you have your reception catered you can save money by having a buffet in place to allow guests to serve themselves. Wait staff and kitchen help cost plenty of extra money and can drive up your reception cost demonstrably. China or Plastic - Fine china is lovely as are crystal glasses. You can use high end Chinet plates and exquisite plastic stemware and save on bussing and kitchen costs. Just make certain that your knives, forks, and spoons are durable enough to withstand cutting into a steak or chicken dinner. Truly, you don't have to spend a mint on a wedding reception. With care and smart thinking you can limit your costs and not get swept away by the emotions of the day. |