While some are lucky enough to get their dream wedding with no limit on the budget, the majority of us have to set some kind of spending limit. Luckily there are ways to save, in all areas of wedding planning including wedding venues Ocean County or wherever you plan on getting married. Here is a look at tips on budgeting but still finding a wedding venue you are happy with.

Date of the wedding

Weddings in Ocean County NJ can happen any time of the year, but there is a wedding season in the Summer when everything is priced up, especially the venues. With higher competition for popular venues, this can mean an off-season wedding will save a lot of money. As well as there being times of the year that are peak there are also times of a month and even days of a week. Negotiating prices is easier when there is no competition for the time you are choosing!

How many are coming?

If you keep the guests down to people that are really important to you it can still be a memorable day but save you some money there.

Get married in the same place as the reception

If you combine wedding venues Ocean County with the reception so it is all in the same place you can get discounts and many places offer packaged deals. It also saves on things like limos, transportation for guests and such.

Ideas for more affordable wedding venues

Outside weddings in Ocean County NJ options can be a lot cheaper though then you are hoping the weather stays nice. Affordable options include;

Riverside – Beautiful scenery, soothing water sound, and a unique experience for yourself and your guests. You would need to talk to the local council to make sure it is okay. You could also go on a river cruise after, for the reception!

A park – Choose a park that is special to the two of you if you have visited any together. Check again with the local council. Attractive, but not private!

A backyard – If you or you know someone who has a lovely backyard why not get married there? No need then for official permission, you get to have it more private but still outside. Depending on the size it does limit the number of guests, which when on a budget is a good thing. You can have the reception right there too and have a BBQ to feed the guests!

Indoor options include;

Local community centers – They are usually cheap to hire, it is easy for people to find and usually come with furniture you can rent too. Most have a kitchen area too. Some have preferred vendors they want you to use, and some will allow you to hire your own.

College and university halls – Many institutions have large halls they will rent out for receptions and weddings and are very affordable.

A church – Traditional and affordable, many churches have halls they rent out so you can have your reception right there. Some do not have rental fees at all but a donation to the church is advisable.