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Getting engaged and preparing for your wedding is an exciting event. Finally, you and your beloved are planning a new life together, and it all begins with a big party!

As you start looking at a wedding venue, you feel overwhelmed by the process. There’s so much to plan and decide, and you don’t know where to begin!

If this describes how you’re feeling, worry no more. Check out our seven tips on how to prepare for your special day and ensure you’ve found the right venue for your wedding.

1. Determine If It’s Indoors or Out (And Plan for the Weather)

When you’re selecting a wedding venue, it’s crucial to consider if the wedding takes place indoors or out. If you’re planning on an outdoor establishment, consider what you’ll do if it starts raining.

Having a backup plan for your outdoor venue means you and your guests feel comfortable regardless of the weather.

Think about the time of year you’re getting married and what the weather is typically like. This alone provides plenty of guidance on how to pick the right venue for your wedding.

2. Staying Local or Going Far Away? Consider the Options

Although many couples choose to get married in their hometown, this proves a compromise if you’re both from different states. Destination weddings are growing in popularity and are a fun way for you and your partner to enjoy your wedding and honeymoon at the same time.

Once you’ve decided what type of wedding you’re having, this determines what venue you’ll pick. Most people find it easy to keep their venue close to the site of the ceremony or sometimes even at the same place.

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3. Are You Having a Formal Ceremony or Something Laid-Back?

If you already know the overall tone of your wedding day, this can help determine where to go. If you’re going somewhere formal, it makes sense to look at a banquet hall or similar establishment.

If you want a simple outdoor ceremony or plan to have your wedding at the beach, a venue that has an open-air concept might be more your style. If you haven’t planned out what your ceremony looks like, take some time to decide that before you consider where to have the reception.

4. Determine How Much Decorating You’ll Do

For some couples, decorating is an important part of the way their wedding day looks. Perhaps you’re planning on having lots of flowers or maybe you want to string up lights and add special touches to both the ceremony and reception.

Figure out what type of decorating is important to you before seeking out a venue for your wedding. Some venues might restrict you on the number of decorations you can put up.

Or perhaps you’re looking for someplace that requires only a slight touch with flowers and decorations. Knowing these facts in advance makes it easier to plan where is the most ideal for your wedding.

5. Consider the Menu and Drinks

What’s for dinner? The menu (and any drinks you’re serving — alcoholic or not) is an important aspect of the celebration for couples and their loved ones.

Does your venue have a kitchen? Or do you plan on going small and choosing a nice restaurant where you can enjoy a simple meal?

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Are you having a full dinner, or just opting for cake and drinks? Go shopping for a venue with these considerations in mind and you’ll find it easier to pick the right one that speaks to you.

6. Look at the Guest List and Plan Who’s Coming

A wedding is an exciting time for your friends and family to get together and celebrate your special day. While it’s easy to invite everyone, that’s additional seating and food you need to think about.

If you haven’t planned out the guest list and gotten a rough head count of who you’re inviting, now is the time to do so. The last thing you want is to fall in love with a beautiful venue that doesn’t have enough room for all your guests.

Once you’ve planned this out, you’ll find it easy to determine if the venue is right for you.

7. Figure Out If There’s Room for Dancing and Pictures

Some weddings are simple; perhaps you’re planning on taking a few pictures or just want to give friends and family a chance to gather around. If you’d rather plan a full, traditional celebration that includes dancing, photo booths, and lots of pictures, you’ll need room for that.

When checking out the venues, see if the one you’re interested in has enough room for these activities. You can find out what the total capacity is and if this is enough space for everyone you’ve intended to invite.

You can see if this is the type of venue you want to take pictures and make memories at.

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Discover More About Booking a Wedding Venue

Picking a wedding venue is never easy. You know it’s your one shot at planning just the right day, and you want it to have everything you need to ensure a good time.

By determining what you need before selecting the venue, you’ll feel ready for anything that comes your way and can easily decide if it’s the right one for your wedding.

Are you looking for more advice when it comes to planning the big day? Check out our blog post on wedding video trends. Need ideas to get ready for your send off? We’ve got you covered there, too.