If you are planning a wedding on a budget, one of the biggest ways to save money is by looking at cheap wedding venues. If you are “cheap” in one area, you can be “rich” in others. Even though the venue may cost next to nothing, it does not mean you cannot have the wedding of your dreams there.
With all of the expenses that come with a wedding, you need to save valuable dollars where you can. The good news is that by holding your wedding or reception at cheap wedding venues, you can use the extra money for other things like food or a great band.
If you prefer, you can use the word inexpensive as a substitute for cheap. No matter which term you choose to use, it is important to remember that just because you are not shelling out tons of money on a location doesn’t mean it can’t be even better than a wildly expensive, highly overpriced location. Even though you can secure a great location at a cheap price does not mean it has to look cheap. You can decorate, customize and let nature’s beauty take center stage and have the best wedding of the year by any standards.
So where does one find cheap wedding venues? The key here is to think differently and ask a lot of questions. Doing extra legwork, research and networking with your family and friends could land you the perfect wedding location without breaking the bank. Creativity is the key so go into the process with an open heart and more importantly, an open mind.
Here are just a few ideas to get you started:
- Back yard
- Private home/rec room
- Condominium clubhouse
- Bowling alleys
- Garage
- Park (covered shelters, activity buildings)
- State park (clubhouses, cabins)
- Park & Rec Department buildings
- Festival grounds (off-season)
- Church halls/meeting rooms
- Schools/Colleges
- Restaurants
- Bars/Clubs
- Brewery/museum/zoo/theater
Perhaps there is a special place where the two of you met or that has special meaning for you. Could you have the wedding or reception there?
If you choose to hold an outdoor wedding, keep in mind that you are at the mercy of the weather. If you live in a warm and stable area, it is not as big of a concern. However, if you live in an area that experiences cold, rain, high winds or other inclement conditions, be sure you make arrangements for shelter and warmth for you and your guests.
Keep the comfort of your guests in mind as you decide on cheap wedding venues. If you are planning an outdoor wedding, you need to provide seating, restroom facilities and shelter from the elements as necessary. It might start out being cheap, but by the time you rent the tents, portable bathrooms, heaters, tables and chairs, it could end up costing more than a hotel. Stick to your budget, and remember to find the best, but cheapest, deal.
It is more than possible to spend very little on the wedding venue and make it look like a million dollars. With flowers, decorations, music, great food and of course, the happy couple, the day can be memorable, unique and downright beautiful.
Selecting cheap wedding venues is easy when you open your mind to the endless possibilities available to you. Enlist your family and friends to help you in your search, and to help you transform the venue into the ultimate wedding location.