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Has anyone rented an empty space instead of a function hall for their wedding

srey, on August 22, 2013 at 8:52 AM Posted in Planning 0 8

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I've looked at hotels and country clubs and function halls and there's pros and cons to each. I recently looked at an old armory that has been renovated and has a really empty beautiful space. If we booked it for our venue, we would have to rent everything from tables and chairs to linen and etc..And also bring in bar tenders and caterers. It seems like alot of work to do on your wedding day. Has anyone done it or work with event planner to put it together? What was your experience?

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Latest activity by Christina, on August 22, 2013 at 12:21 PM

Kari Taggard · on August 22, 2013 at 10:59 AM
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Bumping. Anyone?
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Just Said Yes May 2014
srey · on August 22, 2013 at 11:41 AM
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Thanks.
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Sara · on August 22, 2013 at 11:46 AM
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Our wedding was at an apple orchard. They have a reception hall and supply only tables and chairs. I had to bring in linens, decor, caterer, bar, everything. They allowed for us to set up the day before. I kept it simple and we still didn't use all the decorations I bought - we simply ran out of time and energy to set them up. Then we had to worry about tear down at the end of the night.

It was a lot of work, but I don't regret it at all.
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JennaPie · on August 22, 2013 at 11:48 AM
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We considered it, but only because FH is an event coordinator so we have connections. We decided to go with a non traditional venue, so we will still have to rent all our own stuff, but we won't have to bring in flooring or wall draperies, thank GOD.
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Celia Milton · on August 22, 2013 at 11:54 AM
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As a caterer, my clients did this all the time. Get a good planner who has done this before and it'll be fab. BUT it probably is not a cost saving move.
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Rachel DellaPorte · on August 22, 2013 at 11:58 AM
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I agree with Celia, 100%. You're going to be using quite a few more vendors than a banquet hall bride would be using, so I'd definitely invest in a coordinator. Remember, it all has to be broken down at the end of the night. Also, if you're getting married at the same location as the reception site, someone will have to flip the room during cocktail hour.
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MrsC · on August 22, 2013 at 12:04 PM
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We were doing this with just an empty tent - we even rented that. Totally doable and the rental place will help you make educated choices on the logistics. We had to move our date and lost the space for the tent wedding. Ended up in a hall, but all that is provided are tables and chairs and a kitchen. Our caterer came with a bartender. I'm sure you can find one that has one. They too will give you advice on what you need. Just find vendors you can trust.
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