22 Essential Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Dream Wedding Venue
22 Essential Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Dream Wedding Venue
How to pick your dream wedding venue
Planning your dream wedding ? Before you say “I do” to a venue, here are some essential questions to ask to make sure you’ve found the best Queenstown wedding venue for your big day!
Know Your Guest List: Knowing how many guests you’re expecting to invite before you go looking at venues will help save you from headaches and heartaches down the road. If you get set on a venue and find out you can’t invite all your favourite people because it’s too small. You’ll either have to give up on that dream or dwindle down that guest list.
Choose a Venue That Aligns With Your Vision: Choosing a venue that fits with your vision board of your perfect day will make you feel more connected to this space.
Talk to a Wedding Planner: Planners are much more familiar with the capabilities of a space, the layout, and the time and items you’ll need to really transform it. They are really helpful when it comes to the ins and outs of venues and all processes throughout your wedding day.
Remember Your Budget: And know all the add on costs and fees before you say I do. These small fees can add up fast and you want to know the right questions to ask your venue to keep within your personal budgets.
22 Essential Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Dream Wedding Venue
The Winehouse – Krista May Photography
Availability and Capacity
- Is our dream date available?
- How many of our favourite people can fit in this venue?
- Is there a guest limit, or can we invite everyone we know?
Costs and Contracts
- What’s the total cost, and what’s included in that price?
- Are there any surprise fees we should know about?
- How much is the deposit, and what happens if we need to cancel?
- When is the last possible date to make changes to our reservation?
venue logistics
- Can this place handle both our ceremony and reception?
- What’s the backup plan for Queenstown’s unpredictable weather?
- Is parking available on-site? How much space is there? Will guests be charged for parking?
- Is the venue accessible for all our guests?
Services and Amenities
- What’s included in the venue rental (tables, chairs, linens, etc.)?
- Do you provide an on-site coordinator for our wedding day?
- Can we bring in our favourite vendors, or do we have to use yours?
- Are there dressing rooms for the bridal party?
Food & Drinks
- Do you have an in-house caterer? What are the fees?
- Do you have a food and beverage minimum?
- Do we have to purchase liquor through you, or can we supply our own: is there a corkage or service fee?
Accommodations and Facilities
- Is there on-site accommodation for guests, and are there special rates?
- What nearby hotels or accommodations do you recommend for out-of-town guests?
Venue Policies
- What’s your policy on alcohol and bar services?
- Are there any noise restrictions or curfews we should know about?
- What’s the suggested timeline for the big day (setup, ceremony, reception, teardown)?
- When do we have to be out there by? 11pm or later?
Décor and Personalisation
- Are there any decoration restrictions we should be aware of?
- Can we have a rehearsal at the venue, and what’s the cost?
I hope this helps in your journey of picking your dream wedding venue. As a wedding photographer I’d love to impart any knowledge I can in helping you have the wedding of your Pinterest board. If you are getting married in Queenstown NZ and are looking for wedding venue. I’ve got a few of my favourites written up for you. The Most Picturesque and Best Wedding Venues in Queenstown: Top Picks
How to pick your dream wedding venue, 22 Essential Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Dream Wedding Venue
