Questions to Ask About Availability

• Is my date available?

• How far in advance can I book?

• How many hours are included in the rental?

• Can I extend the rental time? If so, what are the fees?

• Do you host multiple weddings in one day?

Questions to Ask About Costs and Payment

• What is the total cost?

• What is the deposit amount, and when is it due?

• When is the final payment due?

• What is your cancellation or refund policy?

• Are there any additional fees, such as service charges or gratuities?

• Do you offer any discounts for off-season or weekday weddings?

Questions to Ask About Capacity and Layout

• How many guests can the venue accommodate?

• Do you have different seating arrangements?

• Is there a separate space for the ceremony and reception?

• What are the options for indoor and outdoor spaces?

• Is there a backup plan for bad weather?

Questions to Ask About Catering and Alcohol

• Do you offer in-house catering? If so, what are the menu options?

• Can we bring in our own caterer?

• Do you provide bar service?

• Can we bring our own alcohol? If so, is there a corkage fee?

• Do you have options for guests with dietary restrictions?

Questions to Ask About Vendors

• Do you have a list of preferred vendors?

• Are we required to use your vendors, or can we bring our own?

• Do you have restrictions on certain types of vendors?

• Can we have a food truck or outside catering services?

• When can vendors arrive for setup and breakdown?

Questions to Ask About Décor and Setup

• What decorations are allowed?

• Are candles, confetti, or sparklers permitted?

• Do you provide tables, chairs, linens, or décor?

• Can we move furniture or rearrange the space?

• Do you handle setup and teardown, or do we need to arrange that?

Questions to Ask About Music and Entertainment

• Do you have any noise restrictions?

• Is there a designated dance floor?

• Do you provide a sound system, or do we need to bring our own?

• Is there a space for a live band or DJ?

• What time does music need to end?

Questions to Ask About Parking and Transportation

• Is there on-site parking? If so, how many spaces?

• Do you offer valet parking or shuttle services?

• Are there nearby hotels or accommodations for guests?

• Are ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft accessible in this area?

• Is there a designated drop-off area for guests?

Questions to Ask About Restrooms and Accessibility

• How many restrooms are available for guests?

• Are restrooms easily accessible from the main event space?

• Do you have wheelchair-accessible entrances and facilities?

• Are there baby-changing stations available?

• Can we rent additional restrooms if needed?

Questions to Ask About Venue Policies

• Do you require event insurance?

• Are pets allowed?

• Can we have an open flame or fireworks?

• What time do we need to vacate the venue?

• Do you have security staff on-site?

Booking a wedding venue is a major step in your planning process. Asking these questions will help you find a location that fits your vision and avoids last-minute stress.