What Questions Do I Ask To Get Straight Answers From Venues on Pricing?

You just got engaged and you have begun searching for a venue to celebrate your marriage with friends, family, and those closest to you. Venue searching can be overwhelming because there are so many different packages and pricing options each one offers. It's not an easy comparison and it doesn't always seem like a straightforward answer. You want to make sure you get one that is perfect for your vision, but there's a lot more to consider in your venue search. Here is a blog that can start you searching to know the difference between the venues available.

One of the main things couples are looking for when searching for the ideal venue is pricing. Many couples express frustration because they feel like they aren't getting a straight answer when it comes to pricing. Before you begin emailing venues, let me help you understand the best questions to ask about space.

When emailing a venue, here are THREE helpful tips that will help you get a pricing question answered quicker.

1. Before you email, check the venue websites.

   They're likely to have helpful information regarding their packages so you can email them as an educated inquirer. Most likely, they have a pricing page with package pricing or ranges available to you along with answers to frequently asked questions that other couples like you have asked. This will help with knowing guests’ capacity and the options they have that come with the venue.

2. Ask how much time you get in the venue.

   When you book a venue, the guest count doesn't usually matter unless it includes catering or bar. The price is often based on time or the space you want, whether you have 30 people or 300 people. Think about it this way, only one couple gets that wedding space for the day. If it's a coveted date, they will charge the same price regardless of the guest count. If the date is less popular, the price may reflect a lesser price but still regardless of the guest count.

3. Ask what services are included in their packages.

   One venue might have a higher price but it likely includes more services and might save you time and energy in the long run. Sometimes, booking the all-inclusive seems expensive, but may not be once you consider what's included. Also, most all-inclusive packages include extremely professional vendors so you know you don’t have to search “google” for the best DJ or best bakery because it’s already in there. Some venues with "cheaper" packages include nothing but the space, so by the time you've added on caterer, linens, bar, alcohol, coordinator, you haven't really saved much money and it's required a lot more of your time and energy.

First, find the spaces that match your vision-industrial, rustic, historic modern The Postmark. Then, consider the different packages they offer and determine what makes the most sense for you. Using the questions above will take the frustration out of getting the answers you need, after all, planning a wedding should be a fun experience and not stressful.

Happy Venue Hunting!!