It is no surprise that weddings can cost thousands of dollars, but if you are a couple that are tying the knot and are paying for everything yourselves; you may be hunting for some frugal options for your wedding venue. We have some tips and tricks to finding those frugal deals and saving you hundreds of dollars on the wedding venue of your dreams.
Don’t Get Married on a Saturday
Saturdays, as well as summer months in most parts of the world, are the most expensive days to get married. Instead, try a Friday or for more cost savings, a date during the week. This can save you up to 50% of your venue cost just by changing your date.
Move Away from the Big City
If you live in a large metropolitan area, consider heading out to a country bed and breakfast for a cheaper venue. Big cities book weddings almost every weekend in the summer and charge top dollar. You can save thousands by taking a short 45 minute trip outside the city and finding alternate options that are just as nice.
Get Married in the Morning
Even if you aren’t a morning person, getting up early to say your “I dos” can save you money on a venue (because they can hold a second wedding in the afternoon) and your reception will be a brunch or lunch, which is traditionally cheaper than paying for dinners for everyone in attendance.
Do It Outdoors
One of the easiest ways to make your wedding cheap is to have it outdoors. Most wedding venues that cost thousands of dollars to rent offer indoor space that is lit and air conditioned which adds to the expenses. You can usually rent out a public park for your wedding for around $50 for a permit, and as an added bonus you can do fun outdoor activities such as using wedding sparklers after your ceremony or having a bonfire as soon as the sun goes down!
Search for Unconventional Venues
Places like small bed and breakfasts, art galleries and museums have a lot to offer those who are looking to tie the knot. Not only do you get a unique wedding venue, some places that do not rent often for weddings may be keen to give the couple a bit of a discount. By being thrifty and searching high and low for a great place to get married, you can usually find a venue for incredibly cheap that will still be an amazing backdrop while saying your vows.
