Changing venue and date by a day, need advice

Your date is really close so if you’re going to do this, sign a contract with the new venue immediately and spend the next couple days reaching out to every guest via phone or e-mail to let them know about the change. With how backed up the post office is I wouldn’t try to order and send new invites at this point.

You could use decor like an altar arch to frame you, your fiance, and officiant-- the real focal point of your ceremony. You can place lighting, candles, or an artificial spotlight to focus on you and not the ceiling or floors. Ask your venue for pictures at previous weddings for ideas. I would further re-read all your vendor contracts for cancellation fees and rebooking fees. Furthermore, your vendors, guests, and bridal party (if you have one) may decline if they already have you on XX date in their schedules. It's actually not all about you when others are involved. Changing the date may incur more stress than needed. Good luck.

View Quoted Comment I agree with this. I would first find a way to work with the venue you have. The lower ceiling might look cozy and romantic with what is suggested above, or some dramatic up lighting.

View Quoted Comment This is very good advice. Also, just an FYI, you’re not going to love every second of your wedding day, even if you change venues. With your date being so soon and during the week, it’s very likely your friends and family have already made time off arrangements and to ask them to alter them because you booked a venue too quickly isn’t fair. And honestly, it may be impossible for some people. So ask yourself if it’s more important to be head over heels with your ceremony space that you’re only going to be in for a very short time, or to inconvenience your guests who are setting aside time and spending money to celebrate you.
I’d focus on decor that will make you love the ceremony space. And know that you’ll be so focused on your fiancé and the moment to care about what your surroundings look like!

Also, there’s no guarantee you’d love this other venue in person either if you’ve only seen pics online.

Your dates are Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday?
I would rethink that as attendance will be low.

View Quoted Comment I completely agree with this. Could you post pictures of the ceremony space? If we could see photos of it, maybe we could make some suggestions on how to make the space more beautiful.

View Quoted Comment It’s a small gathering with only close friends and family’s that are in touch with us.

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Well then, if you do decide to change the date, I would just call everyone to let them know. That would probably be easiest.

You might want to send a card with your new date and venue on it if you’re choosing to change things.


Also the “my” day really only applies until you involve other people.