If you recently got engaged (congratulations!) then you may be thinking about your wedding venue options. In today’s world, there are so many different venues to choose from and it can be difficult to know how to narrow down your options. In this blog, we’re going to go over some of the most important red flags to watch out for when selecting a venue.
Choosing a Wedding Venue
Your venue is undoubtedly one of the most important decisions you’ll make during the wedding planning process. Your venue will not only have a big impact on your wedding day, but it’s also most likely going to be one of the biggest expenses.
Choosing a venue can be overwhelming at first, but we’ve put together this guide to help you make sure that you’re on the right track and you’re not missing any red flags.
No Contract
Did you know that it’s customary for wedding venues to have couples sign a contract? Doing this ensures that everyone’s on the same page and everything is legally laid out. If a venue doesn’t have a contract for you to sign, then that’s a major red flag.
Without a legally-binding contract, you won’t know exactly what you’re getting and there won’t be any guarantees that you’ll actually get it.
Transparency and Pricing
It’s essential that venues are transparent with you. When you ask a venue about their pricing, they should be able to give you specifics about not only how much their venue costs, but what those costs include.
Does the venue include chairs? Tables? Glassware? Asking these questions is a good way to understand exactly how much you’ll be paying and what that price will include.
If a venue isn’t able to tell you specifics about pricing, that’s a big sign that you may be better off going with another option.
Helpfulness
When you’re picking out a venue the “vibes” and tone matter a lot! It’s important that the venue staff are helpful and willing to answer any questions that you may have.
If a venue’s staff aren’t able to answer your questions or don’t leave you with a good feeling, then you may want to see what other venues are in the area. Staff can play a big role in your wedding day!
Consider Spring Lake Events
At Spring Lake Events, we love being able to provide a gorgeous space for couples to get married. We’re always thrilled when a new couple chooses our venue and allows us to be part of their big day.
We understand that it can be overwhelming to think about all of your different venue options. If you’d like to speak with a member of our staff about our venue and all of its many benefits, you can send us a message through our website. We’ll get back to you soon and make sure you have all the information you need to make an informed decision about our venue!