{"id":5858,"date":"2023-01-19T21:41:42","date_gmt":"2023-01-19T21:41:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/weddingplan360.com\/?p=5858"},"modified":"2023-01-19T21:41:42","modified_gmt":"2023-01-19T21:41:42","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-to-finding-your-wedding-venue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingplan360.com\/news\/the-ultimate-guide-to-finding-your-wedding-venue\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Finding Your Wedding Venue"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<div id=\"attachment_803353\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803353\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803353\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-6.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803353\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803353\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-803353\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/allaluna.photography\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Alla Luna Photography<\/a>. Keep scrolling for suggestions and concepts to finding your dream wedding venue.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selecting your wedding venue is one in every of the primary major decisions you\u2019ll make within the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planning process<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Nothing sets the tone or affects more features of your celebration\u2014from the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decor<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the apparel\u2014than finding the proper venue. That\u2019s why it\u2019s necessary to be prepared, do your research, and ask all of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">right questions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But finding the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">perfect venue<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> isn\u2019t easy, and there are lots of options to pick from. Where do you even begin, and the way do you select which one is correct for you? To assist make your search process as easy as possible, we\u2019ve put together this wedding venue guide and a checklist you possibly can bring to each site visit.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_803348\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803348\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803348\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-1.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803348\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803348\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-803348\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jimleevision.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Jim Lee Vision<\/a>. See more of this real wedding here.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suggestions And Ideas For Finding Your Dream Wedding Venue<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start With A Vision For Your Day<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you wish a contemporary, industrial feel or a country, laid-back vibe? Plenty of greenery? Outdoors or indoors? Making a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mood board<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> helps you visualize what your wedding would seem like. Once created, hunt down venues that complement the aesthetic and feel you have got in mind. Selecting an area that\u2019s cohesive together with your theme will make your celebration feel more connected to the space.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think About A Date<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The earlier you begin, the more likely you\u2019ll get your first-choice <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">venue<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vendors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. So that you\u2019ll need to kick off your search as early as possible. You&#8217;ll be able to pick a date first and find an available venue, or find your dream venue and select a marriage date based on availability. Either way works, but being flexible gives you more options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Create Your Guestlist<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before  venues, it&#8217;s best to know a rough estimate of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">variety of guests<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you fully intend to ask. So have that discussion early on together with your partner to see what you\u2019re working with. This helps you avoid possible issues down the road, like falling in love with a location that\u2019s too small to your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">guest list<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set A Realistic Budget And Stick To It<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing your total <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">budget<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can provide help to determine the utmost you possibly can spend on a venue. If the venue is at the highest of your budget, you\u2019ll should be prepared to cut back in other areas\u2013akin to rentals and florals\u2013or take a look at potentially hosting your big day at a lower-priced venue. In the event you select your venue first and know it\u2019s too expensive, it\u2019ll be hard to remain inside budget while you still must hire the remainder of your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vendor team<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider The Guest Experience<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is going to the guests\u2019 experience be like from the moment they arrive until the moment they leave at the tip of the night? Consider every aspect that may make attending your wedding as a guest enjoyable and seamless. You must also consider how accessible your venue is. Is it nearby, or does it require some traveling? Will out-of-town guests have the ability to follow the directions with ease? It\u2019s necessary to make sure your guests can get to and from the venue with out a hitch\u2013even when meaning potentially hiring transportation to a close-by hotel where you\u2019ve arrange a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">room block<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Narrow Down The Search Through Google And Social Media<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, we live in a digital age where finding venues online is so simple as a click of a button. Use Instagram, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/junebugweddings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinterest<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and Facebook for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">real wedding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> coverage and inspiration. Are your potential venues on YouTube? Wedding and special event videos are higher than stills when you possibly can\u2019t tour the venue. And lastly, read reviews from couples to provide you deeper insight into the extent of service provided by each venue and offer you extra confidence as you chop down your decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seek the advice of With Your Wedding Planner<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refer to your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding planner<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before you begin booking site tours. Local planners typically know the venues\u2019 capability, features, and rules. And if there\u2019s a quirk that might make your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vision<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> difficult to realize, your planner will know beforehand, so that you\u2019re not wasting any time.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay True To Your Vision<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many couples select venues based on a marriage style they like online, however it\u2019s necessary to ask yourselves what feels <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">authentic<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to you two as a pair and pick an area and design that represents who you might be. Keep in mind that a venue that appears great with a distinct theme or design scheme is probably not the right canvas for yours.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go With Your Gut<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re firm believers in trusting your intuition, identical to you probably did while you found your person. If a venue checks all of the necessary boxes and provides you those warm fuzzy feels, it\u2019s <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the one<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_803351\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803351\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803351\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-4.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803351\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803351\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1052\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-803351\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/maggiegracephotography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Maggie Grace Photography<\/a>. See more of this real wedding here.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unconventional Wedding Venue Ideas<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Park<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for a standard wedding venue just doesn\u2019t work for some couples\u2013and that\u2019s okay. In the event you\u2019re trying to find venues with an epic backdrop otherwise you\u2019re curious about making your guests hike with you before exchanging <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vows,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">national park<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a really perfect destination.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_803352\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803352\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803352\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-5.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803352\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803352\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-803352\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/emettjoseph.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Emett Joseph.<\/a> See more of this national park micro wedding here.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backyard<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In case your childhood home or a friend\u2019s property has manicured gardens and luxurious landscaping, you don\u2019t need to look very far for the right wedding venue. A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">backyard wedding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is good for couples who need a uniquely sentimental feel, like to be outdoors, or want their dream wedding on a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">budget<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You\u2019ll have fewer venue fees, which suggests more funds to go big on <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rentals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decor<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_803354\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803354\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803354\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1071\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-8.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803354\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803354\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1071\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-803354\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/carmelissephotography.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Carmelisse Photography.<\/a> See more of this garden wedding here.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restaurant Or Bar<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One other more intimate venue is your favorite restaurant or bar. If a very powerful thing to you is gathering together with your family members for a meal and good conversation, a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">restaurant wedding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could also be for you. Check together with your favorite spots around town to see in the event that they have a backroom you possibly can rent out. Bonus if there\u2019s a fairly patio for the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reception<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_803350\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803350\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803350\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-3.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803350\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803350\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-803350\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/epiclovestory.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Epic Love Story<\/a>. See more of this restaurant wedding here.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airbnb<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the event you\u2019re having a micro wedding or small elopement, an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airbnb wedding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is usually a unique and fun concept that also allows some guests to remain on the property with you. Airbnb does have strict rules on events, so it\u2019s necessary to vocalize your vision with the host ahead of time to be sure that they\u2019re comfortable with it and also you\u2019re not breaking any rules. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Airbnb\u2019s<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also make for nice \u201cpreparing spaces,\u201d even in case you select a more traditional venue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_803349\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803349\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803349\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-2.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-803349\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-803349\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/ultimate-wedding-venue-guide-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-803349\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><em>Image by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sadibrooke.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sadi Brooke.<\/a> See more of this Airbnb wedding here.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Ultimate Wedding Venue Checklist<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The proper wedding venue is greater than just the aesthetics. There are all types of necessary details you\u2019ll must maintain before <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">signing on the dotted line<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We\u2019ve got all <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the questions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> it&#8217;s best to ask below, but in case you prefer to bring it with you, download or pin this checklist for quick access.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Basics<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ll be able to ask these over the phone to rule out venues before making the trek to go to.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the date we\u2019re considering available? If not, what are other dates available in that month?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How far prematurely can I reserve my date? Do you have got wait lists?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have got seasonal or off-day discounted rates?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the venue large enough for our guest count?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s the venue pricing?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much is the deposit to order our date? Is it refundable?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s the payment schedule? Are there any late fees? Can we pay all of it up-front?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does the full payment include sales tax, service charges, gratuity, and cleansing fees? If not, what are the additional costs we should always plan for?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s the cancellation policy?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wedding Venue Amenities\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there \u201cpreparing\u201d rooms onsite, or will you have got to order one other location for that?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does any additional use include reserving the venue? For instance, hosting the rehearsal dinner on the venue or a bridal photoshoot<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there any onsite lodging for us or our guests?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are any shuttle services available to move guests from their hotels to our venue? In that case, what are the popular hotels?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there a powerful cell signal on the venue? If not, are there ways for guests to call Uber, Lyft, or other ride-sharing services?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where will gifts be stored in the course of the event? Is there anyone to assist load gifts into vehicles post-event?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vendors<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who will likely be our point of contact on the day of the marriage and planning beforehand? Would they be available to fulfill us in person?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are there any in-house vendors available to us? Are they included within the venue pricing? If not, what are the extra fees?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can I hire my very own vendors? In that case, are there any fees involved in using outside vendors?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are outside vendors required to have separate insurance policies to work on the venue? Does the venue have liability insurance?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does the venue include any rentals (i.e., tables, linens, chairs, glassware, etc.)?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When can vendors or relations start to reach for set-up on the marriage day?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Will our vendors be chargeable for breaking down the decor post-event, or do you have got staff available for that? If our vendors are chargeable for break down, what time do they need to be out by?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food And Beverage<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have got in-house catering? In that case, is it included within the charter fee?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can we do a tasting before the event?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there a food and beverage minimum?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s the alcohol policy? Is liquor allowed to be served?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can we bring our own alcohol? In that case, are there corkage or service fees?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Special Considerations<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the ceremony site is outdoors, is there a backup plan in case of rain? Does the venue have photos of this that you would view?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does the ceremony allow for multiple ceremony configurations within the event of harsh light shining directly on you in the course of the ceremony?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there AC equipment onsite for a DJ or live band to plug into?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the lighting options for the reception?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are open-flame candles\/sparklers \/ confetti, etc., allowed?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Policies And Logistics<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What security services are required by the venue? If we have now to offer our own security, what number of peace officers will we&#8217;d like per guest?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We wish our baby (read: dog) to attend our wedding, are pets allowed?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have got a recycling policy?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are children allowed on the venue? In that case, are their baby-changing areas or spaces for nursing moms?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is your venue handicap accessible?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the parking options available?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What number of bathrooms do you have got?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-803414\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1999\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/2023-Wedding-Venue-Checklist-700x1999.jpg\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-803414\" src=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/2023-Wedding-Venue-Checklist-700x1999.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1999\"\/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you and your partner dream of a sunrise cliffside <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ceremony<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a beach <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reception<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> underneath the celebrities, picking the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">perfect venue<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that aligns together with your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vision<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should never be rushed. 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