A preferred vendor list is a vetted, exclusive list of parties the banquet hall works with, and they don’t always venture outside of it. This could be a problem if you like a particular vendor, but it saves time from researching outside suppliers if you don’t. Regardless, you want to be comfortable with the hall’s approved vendor list before going ahead.

Banquet hall hours aren’t exclusive to just dinner and dancing; they include set-up and take-down. Ensure the caterers have enough time to load in and out; you have enough the travel time between the ceremony and reception; and everything will be cleaned up on time. The last thing you want is to be charged overtime.

Banquet hall hours aren’t exclusive to just dinner and dancing; they include set-up and take-down. Ensure the caterers have enough time to load in and out; you have enough the travel time between the ceremony and reception; and everything will be cleaned up on time. The last thing you want is to be charged overtime.

Banquet halls consist of multiple spaces: It’s unlikely that your wedding is the only event scheduled that day. If this is the case, you want to ensure you’ll still be taken care of. You want your guests to make it to the right hall while other parties’ guests don’t crash yours.

If you think several events in one day will impact the service you receive, you may need to look elsewhere.

Renting a banquet hall often includes basic A/V necessities, but you never want to assume this. Speakers and microphones may be a part of the package, or you could be responsible for bringing everything.

Ask for an inventory list or any customizable options you can take advantage of.

Wedding planning advice includes essential money-saving tips. Are tables, chairs, linens, and glassware provided? What about tables and chairs? Anything not provided will be your responsibility to rent, but if they’re included, you’ll have more money in the budget.

If the venue does cover all rentals, ask to see the furniture first. You’ll be disappointed to discover those chairs aren’t what you envisioned.