10 Important Points for Choosing A Wedding Hall

It's a euphemism to say that there are thousands of choices to make when planning a wedding. You must already choose the person with whom you want to spend the rest of your life, which can be an epic in itself. If you are lucky to have found your sweet half, the choice of the engagement ring will follow, the choice of the best time to make the big request, the choice of a date that will suit you both ... and at least 95% of those around you. But I promise you that it can all be a wonderful couple project!

Today, I would like to give you some tips to help you make one of the most important decisions of this great adventure, which will have an impact on each of your subsequent decisions: the choice of the Wedding hall for your reception.

You must first ask 3 essential questions (after having established your budget, it goes without saying!):

1. Do you want a religious wedding in a place of worship or a civil union celebrated on the spot?
2. In terms of the number of guests, are we talking about a small intimate committee of 50 people or a big family party for 500?
3. What kind of place does it look like, where do you feel best? A museum filled with works of art? A Banquet hall in the city center?

Be ready with these answers, you can then begin your search for the perfect wedding venues.

Here are my top 10 important tips to check before choosing a Wedding Hall for a wedding:

1. Wedding Hall Size: Generally, there are approximately 10 sq. Ft. Per person for a sit-down meal, with 60-inch round tables of eight people. A 5000 sq. Ft. Wedding Hall should be able to accommodate 500 people. But beware! Remember that you will definitely need a dance floor, a lounge area, a photobooth or a stage for your band. Keep in mind what will be in the room and do not just rely on numbers.
2. Cocktail Area: Is there a fireplace, a terrace or a garden for the cocktail? Is the place covered, heated? If no, is there a plan B if the weather is bad on your wedding day? More importantly: are there any additional charges for this 2nd space?
3. Parking: Is parking shared or will you have exclusivity? How many places does it have? Is it paid or included? If there is none, perhaps you will need to consider a shuttle or valet service.
4. Hours of Access to the Room: Not only for installation on the day of the wedding, but also for dismantling. Some places will allow you to come back the next day, others will force you to restore the places in state before leaving. This is an information that you will absolutely need to mention to your suppliers, as nightly dismantling fees may apply.
5. Inclusions: Does the wedding hall offer you certain elements at no additional cost? Tables, chairs, tablecloths, napkins, garden furniture? Ask to see the material, ask about colors, make sure quantities. Do they have lighting, a sound system, a projector and a screen? And if you want to rent everything, can the room store its equipment?
6. Exclusivities: Some Banquet Halls work exclusively with caterers, bar services or audiovisual service companies. In case you choose another supplier than those proposed, you could be charged a fee or a penalty. Hence the importance of asking the question from the start
7. Accessibility to the Wedding Hall: Is the stairway the only way for your guests to go to the reception room on the 4th floor? Is there a lift for people with reduced mobility or the elderly? If you rent furniture, is there a loading dock?
8. Candles: This may seem like a small detail, but if you had in mind having hundreds of candles in your room, it's important to ask the room if it allows them. Most of the time, open flames will be prohibited. Some places may require LED candles, which does not have the same effect, confess!
9. Additional Fees: In addition to wedding hall rental fees, ask about cleaning fees, electricity (a band requires a lot more amperage than a DJ!), Room set up, storage. Is the cloakroom included? Do you have to have security guards?
10. Contract: Ask for an example of a contract and take the time to read all the clauses: what happens if you have to cancel the marriage (we do not want it, but hey!) Does the wedding venue ask for income? minimums in food and drinks? If the group shrinks considerably, could we change rooms? Make sure that everything you have agreed upon together will be indicated in the final contract.

Ok, I give you an eleventh: go on South Point Convention Center to visit the place! Meet with the coordinator or manager, see if the power goes on between you and how long it takes to answer your calls or emails. If everything seems wrong at first, do you think things will become even more complex as you approach your wedding date ... and your stress level will increase. Hoping that these tips will help you to see more clearly!

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