NER - Venue Contracts

KayDeee

Hi Ladies, this is not etiquette related but wasn't sure where to put this post.

Just looking for some quick advice on what should be covered and discussed when signing the reception venue contract.

We're having a brunch at a restaurant after a late morning ceremony--so it's not like we're dealing with tons of people or vendors, but just wanted to see if you had any suggestions of things not to forget or you wish you would have had covered on your contract.

Like, there's a food and beverage min. we have to meet, but we want to lock in the current package prices now, so they don't go up next spring. We know what time we have to vacate, and what time we can have before in order to decorate. So those sorts of things.

Thanks!

LDubHawksFan

Big one would be gratuity. Are linens included? Is there a cake cutting fee? Is the space private or in the middle of the public space? That is all I can come up with off the top of my head.

Bubbles2014

Cake cutting fee is a big one. If you are having a morning wedding I would ask what time you have to be out by, since they may double book the day.

AprilH81

If they have waived any fees or given you a discount make sure it is listed in the contract (along with anything you have negotiated into the package).  Make sure any fees they are charging are clearly listed out.

Payment due dates and amounts, gratuities, fees, policies, etc. should all be spelled out.  Cancellation policies, insurance, and anything else that you want to make sure is spelled out.

KayDeee

Thanks everyone, good information here, we appreciate it!