When it comes to wedding planning, choosing a date is not only the first step you’re likely to take — it’s also the most important one. In addition to peak wedding season, there are also peak wedding days, with Saturdays and Sundays being the most popular. While getting married on the weekend is traditional, a weekday wedding comes with its own benefits that are worth considering. Here are some pros and cons of choosing to tie the knot on a weekday wedding date.
Pros of Weekday Weddings
There are several advantages to getting married on a weekday, including:
● Affordability: Mondays-Thursdays are considered non-peak days, meaning you’ll likely see discounts from venues. This can also sometimes be true for Fridays, though some venues may consider that day a peak part of the week.
● Vendor Availability: Booking your wedding involves more than just securing your venue. You’ll also likely have to book a hair and makeup artist, photographer and caterer, and their calendars quickly fill up during the weekends. Having your wedding on a weekday could be a great way to guarantee you’ll have your dream vendor.
● More Affordable Travel: If you’re planning a destination wedding or having guests travel from out of town, a weekday wedding is one of the easiest ways to lower your cost of travel. Airfare and hotel rates are usually much less expensive during the week.
Cons of Weekday Weddings
While weekday weddings can save money and be great for smaller gatherings, there can also be downsides. Some of the cons include:
● Lower Attendance: Workday weddings can be hard for people to attend because they need to account for time off of work and pet or child care. Since your weekday wedding may be more difficult for some to attend, you may get a few more “no’s” than you’re expecting.
● Vendor Schedules: While some vendors may be more available during the week, it’s also possible that some only do events as a side hustle on the weekend. It’s worth discussing this with your vendors of choice in advance, so you aren’t surprised down the road.
● Timing: Since guests may have to go to work the day after your weekday wedding, it’s possible your wedding reception may end earlier than anticipated. Therefore, you may have a much less lively after party than you would otherwise have on a weekend.
Plan Your Dream Wedding with Holy Trinity
Regardless of when you’re planning your wedding, you’ll need a spacious venue for your ceremony and reception. To truly set the stage for your big day, choose the Holy Trinity Reception Center. Our location has all the amenities you could ask for, bringing your dream wedding vision to life through exceptional service and an accommodating atmosphere. Learn more by calling us today at 407-331-3036.