5 Details To Consider When Wedding Venue Shopping
Are you engaged and starting the wedding planning process? Since the wedding venue sets the backdrop and tone for the whole day, it’s important to shop venues first and make a decision before moving on to other details. Every venue has something special, but pricing and features can be varied leading to overwhelm. To help you find your dreamy venue, consider these five details when comparing spaces!
Cost
The topic many are nervous to discuss…wedding costs! You’ve probably heard and it’s true, your venue will generally be the largest piece of your budget. First think about the range of how much you’ll have to spend on your full wedding. Then use a wedding budget planner like this to help allocate the proper amount towards your venue and catering.
In the Triad area of North Carolina, wedding venues average around $7,500. It’s important to look at the cost of the venue as a whole. What is included? Those inclusions can help save a lot of additional expenses as compared to adding them individually. The Blue Heron is proud to offer transparent and straightforward pricing! That said, don’t be afraid to be upfront about your budget when chatting with our team. When you share this information, we can help make better suggestions to fit your needs! Learn more about the cost and included features here.
Event Furniture and Rentals
When touring, find out what furniture and rentals are included with your venue fee and what is an upgrade. Rentals of tables, chairs and linens can add up quickly! You will get more value from a venue that has lots of inclusions. For example, The Blue Heron makes planning easy and a super value with the following inclusions in the package:
Chiavari chairs and tables
Built in 22' X 10' Stage
White, Black or ivory floor-length linens and napkins
Sound and projection system
Hours of Rental
Ensuring you have enough time for your vendors to set up and tear down on your wedding day is important! Allow ample time for vendors to work, getting dressed and taking pre-wedding photos. The Blue Heron provides a 14 hour rental so you and vendors won’t feel rushed!
The Spaces
When touring venues, take note of the size and shape of the available spaces. What is the flow between ceremony, cocktail hour and reception? Are you dreaming of a bar, packed dance floor and 360 Photo Booth? How many tables and chairs will you need for your guest count? Will all those details fit comfortably in the space?
Our Greensboro, NC area wedding venue has multiple indoor and outdoor spaces available for a welcoming guest flow and room to fit up to 150 guests. If you would like to know more about our capacity for each space check out our blog here.
Amenities
Make sure to check what amenities the venue offers. How many restrooms does the venue have available for guests? Is there a large enough parking lot for all of your guests? Is it easily accessible and simple to find for the directionally challenged? Do they have options for guests that may require ADA accessibility? Are there indoor and outdoor options? All of this may seem mundane to plan for but is extremely important! The Blue Heron boasts ample parking, accessibility, luxurious indoor /outdoor spaces and is well equipped with all the amenities to keep guests comfortable!
Conclusion
Equipped with more information, we hope these five tips will help you squash the overwhelming feeling that can come when venue shopping for your North Carolina wedding! Knowing you’ve considered the key venue details and chosen the perfect venue for your day, you can start dreaming of the next steps like your design/decor, dress, and food!
We are here to answer any questions you may have about booking The Blue Heron for your wedding day! Contact us to book your tour with us today!
The Blue Heron Event Venue is a High Point, NC full-service wedding venue offering fully customizable floor plans and catering menus for up to 150 seated wedding guests. Our classically beautiful venue is conveniently located in the heart of the Triad, in close proximity to the Greensboro, NC airport and nearby partner hotels. Our indoor and outdoor space provide a stunning natural backdrop with scenic lake views.