If you are planning or have ever helped someone plan a wedding, you know it can get pricey. Even those who attempt to cut costs will find traditional receptions are expensive. However, those willing to be creative will find, there are plenty of ways to cut costs. The important thing is to choose your priorities and cut corners in other places. The other aspects are where you can be creative and choose less expensive options. The first thing you can do to lessen the amount you will spend on the reception is to find inexpensive food solutions. Instead of serving a full sit down dinner, consider serving only cake and other desserts. If you have an afternoon or later evening wedding, people may not be expecting a full dinner. Serving cake, pastries, and delicious dessert wines cuts cost without seeming cheap. Another option is to serve non-traditional foods. The average wedding meal of rubbery chicken or overcooked steak is usually way overpriced. For a more affordable choice, go for casual and fun food that is still filling such as Roseville BBQ catering or Sacramento corporate catering which can provide delicious, affordable food options your guests will enjoy more than the traditional wedding meals. Your reception will have a more casual feel with a meal like this, but it will still be a lot of fun and a great way to celebrate the occasion.

Food is not the only way to cut wedding costs. Many times, it is the venue rental fees that add to the cost of the event. Instead of opting for a high-end wedding reception hall, go for something for casual and cost effective.

Consider holding the reception in your home, or the home of a friend or family member. Depending on the climate in which you live, the outdoor space of a private home can make for a great reception location.

If no one has a home large enough, or no one is up for setting up and cleaning up, you can choose a nearby park or lakefront. There are sometimes rental fees associated with these locations, but they are typically hundreds of dollars less than traditional wedding reception venues. All it takes is a little decoration and a beautiful outdoor view to make for a great location. Have a friend take care of the set up during the ceremony so it is ready for the reception. In some cases, you can even have the ceremony at the location.

Speak with your wedding officiate to see if they are willing to perform an outdoor ceremony. Weddings can be expensive, but you can cut costs in a variety of classy ways. Use your imagination, commit to being flexible, and remember the important part of the wedding is being surrounded by your friends and family on your special day.

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