Terrified of venue commitment

I would go ahead and book it if you love it! 2 hours isn't that far and you could set up a room block for guests to stay in the same town afterwards. You also already have majority of the parents down for it, the rest will come around. If they really want to be there then they will make it work.

Don't book it! If you are already on the fence, it's your gut trying to tell you it's ok to pause. Consider moving the timeframe up or back, and try some of the venues here on WW. It's too big of a risk if it isn't right!

I agree with Shannon! If something is telling you not to book that venue, don’t. More than likely you’ll regret it down the line and wish you chose somewhere else. Who know maybe the perfect one will come sooner than you think. Good luck!

I was so frustrated trying to find the right venue. Everyone I thought I loved was over budget or limited our guest list even more than the severely scaled down version we already had. It felt like we were never going to find the right one. We finally found it when I expanded my search a bit, it is perfect and fit the budget. I say keep looking and try looking at alternative venue options.

I agree with PPs. Finding the venue was definitely the most stressful part for me. My venue is about 3 hrs from me. While I love it and am very excited, it takes a toll on gas, money, and time to drive there what has been every month the past 3 months to meet with vendors (since vendors near me would be too far or require expensive fees for additional distance).

If you're in love with the venue and can't imagine it being elsewhere, then book it. Otherwise I'm sure there will be something you can find more local and close to your price range. Best of luck!

If you love it and it fits your budget, book it. Don’t worry about what other people think and the distance. If they want to be there, they will make it work.

I agree with PPs that if you’re not sure now, you should steer clear. Venue regret is real and changing venues can be tricky.

Personally I don’t think is too far. Especially on a Saturday where guests can stay overnight. You’ll do room blocks and all will be fine.