Choosing the right venue for your wedding is one of the most important stages in planning this event. Sometimes, the engaged couple has had their dream place in mind for a long time and doesn't want to hear about any other location. In such a case, it's worth being cautious and asking about all the details, as it may turn out that the dream hall actually does not meet important conditions. Other young couples have no idea where to hold the event and visit various places to choose the best spot. We suggest what to ask when choosing a wedding hall, both when you want to organize a traditional party and a more alternative celebration.
Viewing the wedding hall should be combined with a conversation during which you ask the staff about all the important matters. The most important ones are:
The most crucial thing is, of course, whether the hall will be available on the date you plan your wedding. In a vast number of cases, engaged couples even adjust their wedding date to the availability of the hall. Once you choose a satisfactory date, find out if it can be reserved, for how long, whether it involves any fee, and if it is non-refundable.
Make sure the hall is large enough for the number of guests you plan to invite. The room you see with your own eyes may appear spacious, but in practice, it may fit fewer people than you expected. It is also worth asking about the most optimal table arrangements.
The most important questions for the wedding hall concern costs, among others. Find out the price for renting the hall for a specified number of hours. Also, ask about additional costs: rental of decorations, sound system, lighting, tables, or chairs. They may be included in the price but not necessarily.
What else to ask when booking a wedding hall? Of course, about catering and the menu. It is important whether the hall offers catering services or if it is necessary to use external catering companies. Before choosing the menu, it is also worth checking the quality of dishes at the restaurant.
An important matter is also alcohol, as not all halls offer its sale. Ask if the venue has its own license to sell alcohol or if it must be provided by an external supplier. Also, find out if there is any limit concerning alcohol.
Asking about parking may seem trivial, but during the wedding, it will prove important. So make sure the venue has convenient and secure parking spaces for guests.
Find out if there are any time restrictions regarding the duration of the party. It happens that a very popular facility organizes weddings not only on Saturdays but also on Fridays and Sundays. This is important information, for example, if you would like to organize an afterparty. What else to ask at the wedding hall?
Not every hall offers wedding decorations. Sometimes they may be available for an additional fee. Not all venues also allow decorations to be installed by the newlyweds. It is therefore worth addressing this issue.
Find out if the hall is equipped with an appropriate sound system for wedding receptions and whether technical support is provided when using the sound system or multimedia equipment.
