Here are some reasons couples often choose the same wedding venue for their ceremony and reception.
Selecting a wedding ceremony and reception venue, hiring your band, and looking for the right decor are just a few of the things couples have to consider after getting engaged. There are so many questions to be answered for your big day. This preparation might be a bit intimidating for couples.
The venue is generally one of the first decisions to make when planning a wedding. These choices set the tone for the rest of the day. Your venue choice helps the rest of the day fall into place, making decisions on décor, menus, and photographers more straightforward. Here are some reasons couples often choose the same wedding venue for their ceremony and reception.
Planning
Time is your most valuable commodity, and selecting one venue for your wedding ceremony and reception saves you many hours preparing events at two locations. Because you only need to create your vision in one venue, you can spend more time resting and recharging in the lead-up to your wedding.
Convenience
Instead of having guests travel to a different venue for the reception, think about having both your wedding ceremony and reception at the same venue. It is far simpler to walk a few feet to the reception after a wedding ceremony than to travel to another venue.
When you emphasize convenience, your wedding reception will attract more guests. Your visitors will be calmer rather than anxious, and the convenience will make it a fun day for everyone.
Lower Cost
Many wedding venues offer a package discount if you hold both your ceremony and reception at their venue. Because weddings are so costly, it’s critical to save money wherever you can.
It is ideal to choose a venue that can accommodate both the ceremony and the reception. When you party in one place, the rental cost is lower, and so is the cost of décor and vendors. When you have the ceremony and reception at the same venue, you will save on your budget.
Have Your Wedding at Historic Oakland Manor
Historic Oakland’s manor offers three levels of entertaining space that can accommodate up to 180 guests when seated throughout the manor, with free on-site parking. Our main-level Ballroom can accommodate up to 80 guests seated banquet-style. Larger receptions or parties of up to 180 guests take place under a beautifully appointed tent located in our nicely manicured back lawn from March through mid-November.
The Ballroom receives natural light through four glass doors that lead out to an enclosed Veranda – a perfect spot for cocktails, a bar, or dessert. Using the Veranda brings your total guest seating capacity to over 100, and utilizing the foyer will add even more. If you’re looking for a venue for your wedding, contact Historic Oakland Manor today!
HISTORIC OAKLAND MANOR: THE PERFECT WEDDING VENUE
Nestled in a peaceful wooded area in the heart of downtown Columbia, Historic Oakland Manor stands proudly in natural splendor. Elegant Oakland is the perfect setting for ceremonies, wedding receptions, bridal showers, holiday parties, family celebrations, business meetings, or retreats. Schedule a tour today with our expert venue coordinators! Please call (410-730-4801), email ([email protected]), or visit our chat on our homepage to book a tour appointment.