3 Must-Haves in a Wedding Event Center

Finding your dream wedding venue can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. With so many wedding venues available, settling on the perfect one can take time and effort. Narrow your search by listing the most important qualities you want in a space. Not sure where to start? Use these three wedding venue must-haves as inspiration!

Outdoor Space

Even if you plan to have an indoor ceremony and reception, you’ll want a beautiful outdoor space for wedding portraits, welcoming guests, your cocktail hour, and a quiet area to get fresh air throughout the day. 

Most wedding photographers prefer to shoot outside to use natural light to their advantage. Without the proper equipment, which is bulky and difficult to transport to a venue, artificial lighting can look harsh and unforgiving in photos. Taking wedding portraits outside can make the images feel more natural and authentic. 

Choose a venue with a stunning outdoor space that would be a breathtaking background for your portraits. The Barn at Belle Hills offers charming outdoor features, like a gazebo and footbridge. Belle Hills is also nestled in the peaceful rolling hills of northern Kentucky. 

Accessibility

Your wedding is your time to celebrate with your family and loved ones. Choose a venue that all of your guests can enjoy by focusing on the accessibility of each space. Keep these questions in mind while you tour potential venues:

• Are there enough parking spots? Are there accessible parking spaces? Is the lot made of gravel, dirt, or another material that would be difficult for those with mobility aids, such as wheelchairs, walkers, and crutches?
• What do the bathrooms look like? Are there accessible stalls? Are the restrooms in a central location that is easy to access?
• Is the available space large enough to accommodate all of your guests? Will there be enough room between tables and chairs for those using mobility aids to get around?
• Are there stairs on the property? If so, is there an elevator or a ramp that differently-abled guests can use?
• Are there quiet areas guests can access? Weddings can feel overwhelming, especially for those with sensory sensitivities. Are there indoor or outdoor spaces where guests could go for a quiet moment?

Your guests will feel cherished and valued, knowing that the space you chose can accommodate their needs. 

Kitchen and bar

Receptions can get chaotic if they aren’t organized. The last thing you need on your special day is to worry about the food getting cold, the bar getting too crowded, or your caterers running off. Select a venue with designated kitchen and bar areas if you plan to serve food and drinks.

Weddings involve so many different people. It can be challenging to keep everyone organized! You can trust that your food and beverage vendors will remain in one area throughout the night by having designated kitchen and bar spaces. Your catering company will love the ability to keep the food warm until it’s served, and your bartender will enjoy having a built-in bar rather than a flimsy portable one.

Major events Venue in Crittenden, KY

The Barn at Belle Hills has everything you need to host a successful wedding, rehearsal dinner, baby shower, graduation party, birthday party, or corporate event. Tour our family-owned event space today!