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How to Manage a Last-Minute Venue Change
How to Manage a Last-Minute Venue Change
Sometimes, couples have to manage a last-minute venue change. Unexpected weather patterns or booking mistakes could force your big day to happen at a different location.
If that occurs, these tips will help you navigate the situation without panic or stress.
1. List All Potential Venues
Couples often book their weddings months in advance, if not over a year. Finding a venue with availability on your non-negotiable date might take some work.
Cost is also another factor complicating last-minute venue changes. You may not have enough room left in your budget to pay the average fee of $10,700 for a new venue.
It’s essential to keep an open mind when considering other locations for your wedding. List your dream venues around the same area and assign helpers to contact each location.
As they inquire about dates, you can contact loved ones to arrange a backyard ceremony if no professional venues are available. You’ll still have fun playing giant Jenga or competing in cornhole games between dances in a family member or friend’s backyard.
2. Transport Everything Yourself
Moving venues means moving your wedding supplies. Hooking up a trailer to your car or a loved one’s vehicle improves your transportation control over the decor, tables and other wedding supplies. Just make sure to do your research before choosing a trailer.
You’ll personally secure everything with cushioning blankets and tie-down straps, leading to safer transportation and less risk of any rented items breaking. Research the various trailer sizes to find one that could transport all of your wedding supplies in one trip for the most effortless experience.
3. Contact Your Vendors
Your guests need to know where your wedding will happen after an unexpected venue change, but contacting your vendors is crucial. Double-check that each vendor has the address as soon as you know your new ceremony location. The location may or may not be within their travel range, so retaining them could cost an extra fee.
If you can’t afford to retain your caterers, don’t worry. You can always host a potluck reception and ask everyone to bring food instead of cooking it on-site. People from out of town can grab pre-made desserts or sides while local guests make family-sized dishes for your wedding meal.
Manage Your Last-Minute Venue Change Easily
