When selecting your wedding date and time review your wedding style, wedding priorities and budget. The date and time you select will set the tone of your wedding and will be a contributor factor in the cost of your wedding.
Weekends are the most popular time for a wedding. Late Saturday afternoon or early Saturday evening are the most in demand and the most expensive, followed by Sunday afternoon and Friday evening. Midweek weddings are the easiest on the budget, but there are several things that you have to be mindful of when planning your special day. Due to the increase availability of highly sought after venues, vendors, and cost saving benefits, Thursday evening and midweek weddings are becoming very popular. One added bonus of a Thursday wedding is a long weekend for your guest. Just send out "Save the Date" cards as soon as you lock in your date so your guests can plan and arrange their schedule then follow up with your invitations 6 to 8 weeks before your wedding. Another bonus for out of town guests is midweek travel. According to FareCompare, Yahoo and several other travel sites Wednesdays are the cheapest day to fly, followed by Tuesdays and Saturdays. For additional savings select a wedding date between November and April during the off peak season. During this time venues and vendors are usually willing to make good deals.
A late afternoon or early evening wedding are more expensive than a morning or early afternoon wedding. Also a wedding and reception that both start between 4 and 8pm implies that dinner will be included.
Remember when selecting your wedding month, day and time you are setting the style and tone of your wedding that will affect your budget.
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