As highly regarded as the church, garden or hall, the reception venue is critical to the wedding’s success. When selecting a location, make sure it accommodates every guest and compliments your type of wedding. Guests will often drive to a separate site, but consider places within reasonable distances and avoid lengthy time gaps between the ceremony and reception.
The venue is also not only meant to cater to you and your guests, but should cater to your vendors as well. Planning a cocktail hour and a four-course meal? Select a site with ample room for caterers to set-up both. Looking to shake your groove thing? Pick a place with an oversized dance floor that provides spacing for your DJ’s speakers, turntables and the occasional strobe light.
Above all, integrate characteristics about your life, your partnership and your guests to find the ideal venue. If you are an outdoor, adventurous couple, opt for a garden reception or a lavish tent party. Reserved and simple? Choose a country club, restaurant or banquet hall for a romantic and intimate gathering. Into the arts and entertainment industry? Consider a museum or gallery for a modern reception. Having a reunion-style affair? Incorporate a place that holds personal significance (a familiar park, renovated warehouse, local watering hole, etc.).
Finally, remember when you’re so lucky to find the perfect place, don’t hesitate to secure it. The last thing you want to worry about is stumbling upon an equivalent venue if your dream site becomes completely booked before you make up your mind!
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