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Daytime Ceremony/Reception Anyone??

msphil32msphil32 member
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Hey everyone...
I was wondering if any of you ladies plan on doing a Saturday or Sunday daytime ceremony and reception. I'm not really that concerned with getting married during the morning....I know that a 10 or 11am ceremony may be difficult to swing as far as getting ready is concerned, but not that much of an issue for me. My issue is the reception in the daytime, especially if there are windows allowing sunlight in...IDK...just seems different for a reception. I am concerned that the "feel" may be different and people won't dance...I've been looking forward to that type of celebration. I know it should bring down the costs somewhat if we do it in the daytime. If I can find a venue that I like for the outdoor/garden cermony, that also has reception space that is more like a ballroom, meaning that no sunlight is in. It may sound silly, but I have pictured it a particular way so long. My FI is fine with the daytime wedding/reception and says that he has attended a daytime wedding/reception, then recalls that the reception was during the day, but in an enclosed space without windows. If you have any suggestions for venues like this, please share. Thanks!!!
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Re: Daytime Ceremony/Reception Anyone??

  • lulubella2011lulubella2011
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    edited December 2011
    I've never been to an evening wedding.  Most everyone in  my area does daytime.  Mine will be at 2 and the reception will be over by 7 or 8 , I hope.  We are going to have dancing.  My reception will be at a room that opens out into a patio, so there will be lots of sun coming in to the room.  I don't think it's that unusual.  I know that I didn't want to be at my reception way into the night or early morning.  My ceremony and reception are at the state botanical gardens in Athens but inside with the AC!
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  • PuppiesAndRainbowsPuppiesAndRainbows member
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    edited December 2011
    I've been to several daytime weddings. They have a completely different feel than evening events. People typically don't dance, because who wants to get up and make a fool out of themselves on the dance floor during broad daylight? especially if there's no alcohol, which some daytime events don't have because it's "too early" to drink? If you want a party atmosphere, I would recommend you have an evening wedding with alcohol.

    for the record though, there's nothing "wrong" with a daytime wedding. They can be very charming and relaxed, but it is not conducive to the club vibe.
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  • n82ureluvr915n82ureluvr915 member
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    edited December 2011
    Check out Callanwolde. You can have your ceremony ouside (they have a few options depending on your guest count) and the reception space has thick curtains that can be drawn to black out the room. You know your crowd and if you think they will party no matter what time of day it is then go for it. I honestly don't think there would be a big difference in price though. If your wedding starts at 11am and is over by 5pm, there is no way they can have another event that night. I would look into a Sunday wedding. Most venues and vendors will offer a discount if your wedding is during off months (winter) or Sunday - Thursday.


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  • pokepoke27pokepoke27 member
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    edited December 2011
    If you really want the high spirited type of reception then you should probably plan for an evening reception. If you're worried about the cost, you can cut back in other areas. For example -
    Favors are not required at all, 99.99% of guests won't miss them. 
    Look for students or professionals just starting out for your services (DJ, Photography, florist, etc). 
    Anyone (novice or experienced) that is serious about what they do will have a portfolio you can look at. 
    Don't do floral centerpieces.
    Buffet dinners typically cost less than a seated dinner. 
    Friday or Sunday weddings cost less than Saturday weddings. 
    Buy things like table cloths, plates, etc. These things are often the same price to buy if you look online for them, and you can sell them afterwards to get some of your money back. 
    Happy Planning! 

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  • msphil32msphil32 member
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    edited December 2011
    Thanks ladies for your input!! It's much appreciated! We are still looking. I asked a few of my close friends as well. None of them have been to daytime weddings, but all are cool with it. My FI says he is cool with that as well so that we are done early. Thanks again!
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  • n82ureluvr915n82ureluvr915 member
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    edited December 2011
    Look into doing a brunch reception. You can save lots of money by serving lighter brunch style foods and instead of an open bar serve mimosas, punch, tea and sodas. I would look for a venue that has space on their grounds for yard games like crochet, bacchi ball, corn hole, horse shoes, etc. There is a place in Madison, GA called the Brady Inn that would be great for this. Also look into Pinehurst Tea Room in Stockbridge, GA. That way your guests have stuff to do if they don't feel drunk enough to dance :)


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  • msphil32msphil32 member
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    edited December 2011
    Thanks Princessannie!!
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