Start looking for a suitable venue well in advance, especially if you have your eye on a popular venue for your wedding or event. Highly sought-after venues are often fully booked well in advance – sometimes more than a year ahead.
Think carefully about the atmosphere you want to create at your wedding or event and what type of venue suits that. If a venue doesn’t quite have the features you’re looking for, don’t make a hasty decision – keep searching.
Set a clear budget for your wedding or other celebration before visiting any venues. Some venues provide their own catering, drinks packages, furniture or technical facilities. So always ask what’s included and what will be charged extra.
Think about how many guests you want to invite, so you can focus your search on a suitable venue or wedding location. If you’re expecting a large turnout, you can rule out smaller, more intimate venues straight away.
Think in advance about the questions you want to ask during your visit to the venue. In our article featuring 35 practical questions, you’ll discover what to look out for to make an informed choice.
Choose a venue that suits the atmosphere you want to create, the number of guests and your budget. First, think about the type of wedding venue that matches the vibe you want to convey: a castle, a brewery, a barn or a modern venue each offer a different experience. Also, bear your budget in mind: some venues use their own catering, which can incur additional costs. Prepare well for your visit: think in advance about the questions you want to ask and consider matters such as entertainment, music, DJs and catering. This will help you find the perfect venue or location to suit your wishes and needs.
As well as a traditional wedding venue, there are countless alternative wedding locations. Whether you’re planning a wedding or organising a corporate event, there are plenty of options for creating an unforgettable atmosphere: think of a castle, an industrial or historic venue, or a romantic outdoor wedding in a stylish wedding tent. Consider in advance what sort of venue suits the theme and the message you want to convey to your guests.
Hiring a venue costs on average between 750 and 7,300 euros, excluding food and drink; exclusive or multi-day packages can run to around 35,000 euros. The final price depends on the venue’s popularity and the service it offers, as well as what is included. You should therefore carefully consider your budget when visiting a venue and ask exactly what the hire price includes. Read more about the cost of a Belgian wedding in this article.
This varies greatly depending on the venue: function rooms are available for intimate gatherings of a few dozen guests right through to large events with hundreds of people. You should therefore first decide how many people you want to invite, so that you can search specifically for a venue with the right capacity. If you have a large guest list, smaller, intimate wedding venues are not suitable; if you’re having a small gathering, it’s best not to choose a venue that’s too large, so that the atmosphere remains cosy.
Yes, book your venue as early as possible to secure your preferred date. Popular wedding venues are often fully booked months, or even more than a year, in advance. So start your search in good time and get in touch or request a quote as soon as you find a suitable venue.
This varies by venue; some common facilities include tables and chairs, lighting and sound systems. Catering options are also often included or can be arranged through the venue. Extras such as decorations, flowers or even photography services can usually be requested, and these typically incur additional costs. Many wedding venues also have a range of rooms, often including a multi-purpose hall. Always check which facilities are included as standard and which incur an extra charge. You’re sure to find the perfect venue for your fantastic celebration!
Yes. Through House of Weddings, you can easily get in touch with verified party venues and wedding venues and request a quote. This way, you’ll immediately receive information about the venue’s availability, capacity, packages and prices.
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