3 Ways to Save on Your Wedding Day (Volume #2)

Everybody wants a beautiful setting for their special day but you don’t have to break the bank to have that fairy-tale wedding venue.  Creative solutions include outdoor weddings, such as at a city park, or a state park.  Many such rentals average around $100/day, though will likely require each car to pay the standard fees for entry into the park.  Also keep in mind that while a venue may be complimentary, such as in a hotel, they require a minimum purchase of food and beverage which will raise your bill to above $100/person.  Instead, search for venues that allow for more flexible options.  Art galleries and other unique venues can be a creative solution.

If you have a little flexibility in your scheduling (unlike people who had to get married on 11/11/11) then you can save a significant amount of money on your venue and catering.  Popular wedding venues often charge 50% less when booking on Friday or Sunday.  The reason for this is because Americans typically want to get married on a Saturday so the venues surge pricing on those days while hustling to fill the other days.  Plus, if you’re a #Spur Experiencescouple then you’re not one to fall into the crowd, so book that Friday wedding and enjoy a stress-free, post-wedding weekend.

We challenge you to think of a wedding meal that truly was memorable (in a good way).  It just doesn’t happen!  No one walks away from a wedding saying “wow, that was a delicious meal; it was definitely worth the $130 per person they spent.”  There are a few assumed rules here that you must overcome.  First, you don’t have to include food.  You just don’t, it’s a party and if you tell people in the invitations that food will not be served then they will adjust accordingly.  Second, if you include food, it doesn’t have to be a plated meal.  Consider hiring food trucks or setting up various stations.  A food bar sponsored by Chipotle would be epic and you can bet your guests will be very happy, especially if you fork up the cash for $1.95 guacamole.  Just remind yourself that this special day isn't special because of the food offerings; your friends and family already know that.