"Points You Should Ask About When Attending Venue Tours and Bridal Fairs: You Might Not Get Them Unless You Ask! *"

2016.09.29 published

I Want to Know the Points to Keep in Mind When Visiting Wedding Venues!

The first step towards your wedding is visiting wedding venues or attending bridal fairs. You can go see venues you like, receive explanations from planners, and sometimes even taste course meals or try on dresses! ♡

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Visiting wedding venues is essential when choosing a wedding venue, but it’s important to check specific points to ensure you have a great wedding. Here are some check points for bridal fairs that you might not be informed about unless you ask. ＊

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Check Point 1: Size of the Venue and Guest Count

The most important factor in choosing a wedding venue is the "number of guests." Regardless of how beautiful the venue is, if it cannot accommodate all your desired guests, it’s meaningless. Conversely, holding a wedding for 50 guests in a venue that accommodates 150 can make it seem too empty.

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When confirming guest capacity, be sure to ask both "minimum number of guests" and "maximum number of guests." This "maximum capacity" is a key point to watch out for.

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For example, if a venue accommodates up to 100 guests, they might say, "10 tables with 10 people each for 100 people." But can your guests neatly fit into groups of exactly 10? It’s likely to be difficult to achieve that. Therefore, instead of assuming "100 guests is fine because I can invite 100," consider that a more appropriate number is around 70 to 90.

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A slightly empty venue isn’t a problem, but it’s a big issue if the venue is too small. To avoid selecting guests according to venue capacity, it’s ideal to choose a venue that has a bit more room than the number of guests you plan to invite. ＊

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Check Point 2: Costs for Bringing in Items

There may be fees for bringing in items like dresses, paper items, favors, cameras, and videos for the wedding. Even if you don’t plan to bring in items right now, there could be situations like "there wasn’t a dress I liked among the venue's selections..." or "I want to hire the photographer I found on Instagram..." So, it's wise to obtain a list of any applicable fees for bringing in items in advance.

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Some items may be restricted from being brought in. It would be good to confirm what you cannot bring in as well. Fees for bringing in items are often a source of later trouble, so it’s important to treat this point carefully. ◎

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Check Point 3: Estimated Cost and Final Amount

When you attend a bridal fair or visit a venue, they may provide an estimate. However, beware that the initial estimate is typically for the "minimum cost" to hold a wedding.

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When receiving an estimate, it’s a good idea to say, "Please provide an estimate not based on the minimum cost, but with all standard options." ＊

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Check Point 4: Cancellation Fees and Payment Methods

Although you might not want to think about it when deciding on a wedding venue, it’s crucial to ask about "cancellation fees." There may be times when you wish to switch to another venue or have to change or cancel the date due to a family emergency, so confirming when cancellation fees apply and how much they are is very important. ◎

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Also, make sure to confirm payment methods. Check whether payment is to be made in advance or if payment can be made on the day (post-payment), and whether credit cards are accepted. This will provide peace of mind. ◎ Particularly, for venues that require upfront payment but do not accept credit cards, some couples may find themselves in financial trouble, so it’s essential to clarify this point. ＊

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Let's Choose the Ideal Wedding Venue by Visiting! ＊

While food and dresses are undoubtedly important when visiting venues, don’t forget that aspects that might slightly detract from the venue’s appeal or financial matters are often not disclosed unless you specifically ask. To ensure you have a wonderful wedding, it’s vital to thoroughly confirm details with the wedding venue. ◎

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