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| Typical costs: | - Many local, county and state parks and recreation departments offer venues -- usually outdoors with picnic shelters or a building on park property for rent for very low rates -- from $50 to $300 for a few hours.
- Small art galleries, libraries and community theaters sometimes offer reasonable rental rates ranging from $300 to $1,500.
- Ritzy urban loft spaces, historical mansions and botanical gardens offer rental space for $1,500 to $6,000 or more.
- The average total cost of a wedding ceremony location is $435, according to The Bridal Association of America.
What should be included: | - Typically, the venue staff meet with the couple and allow visits to plan the logistics.
Additional costs: | - For outdoor weddings, it is wise to make alternate arrangements in case of rain, which can mean renting a tent for about $300 to several thousand dollars, depending on the type of tent and number of guests.
- Some venues charge extra for a wedding rehearsal.
Discounts: | - Many locations offer substantially discounted rates during off-peak times such as weekday evenings or weekend afternoons. Some botanical gardens offer reduced rates in fall and winter.
- Tip: Botanical gardens, museums and libraries sometimes offer facility rental discounts for members.
Shopping for a wedding ceremony venue: | - It is important to begin shopping for a location very early.
- TheKnot.com offers lists of local ceremony and reception venues -- from hotels to museums to historical mansions.
- BridalGuide.com has a guide to choosing a ceremony location.
- For couples who want to get married in an exotic locale within the United States or in a foreign country, Brides.com offers a planning guide for destination weddings.
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Article updated July 2007 |
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