What to Ask When Touring Wedding Venues

Wedding Dates

Inquiring about available dates should be one of the very first questions you ask during your tour - or even before then. This is especially true for those with a specific date without much wiggle room. If you have flexibility with your wedding date, ask your tour guide what their openings for a particular season or month look like.

Additionally, many wedding venues offer discounted pricing during off-seasons or days. These discounted prices can be an excellent way for a couple with a tight budget to experience their dream venue! As soon as you decide to commit to a wedding venue, book with them as soon as possible to secure your preferred date! We typically recommend a year to a year and a half in advance of the wedding though this may vary by vendor.

Pricing Details

Hopefully, you were able to find some information about pricing before you scheduled the tour, as the price point is a major determining factor for many couples selecting a venue. During your visit, ask for a price breakdown. This will hopefully show you everything included in the rental fee, such as certain amenities, rentable items like tables and chairs, and the duration of the rental period. The Barn at Belle Hills is proud to offer a simple, all-inclusive pricing plan. Your rental fee allows you access to everything at The Barn!

In addition, use this time to inquire about payment plans. As your venue is likely one of the most significant expenses for your wedding, get clear, written communication about the various payment plans the venue offers. If you decide to enroll in a payment plan, make sure you understand and agree with the due dates for each payment and the consequences of late payments.

Wedding Vendors

Many wedding venues require their couples to utilize specific vendors for food, drinks, music, linens, etc. This can limit couples with a particular vision for their wedding or those with a strict budget. Other couples may find this requirement useful, as they won’t have to stress about researching potential vendors, making the wedding planning process a bit easier.

Either option is valuable, so discuss with your partner which you would prefer and get a clear answer from the wedding venue representative. At The Barn at Belle Hills, we encourage our guests to use whichever vendors they feel most comfortable with. For those wanting some guidance, we offer lists of preferred vendors for everything from food to music!

The barn at Belle Hills: Your Dream Wedding Barn

At Belle Hills, we believe that wedding planning should be a time for celebration, not stress. That’s why we strive to make our rental process as easy as possible. With straightforward pricing and all-inclusive contracts, booking with The Barn at Belle Hills is the simplest way to achieve your dream wedding. Contact us today to schedule a tour of our stunning wedding barn and see for yourself why you deserve to be a Belle Hills bride or groom!