Help! So lost!

There are a lot of places that give you the space and make you do all the set up and tear down. There are also lots of places that will do everything for you.
The best thing to do is just contact the venues you are interested in and inquire about what is included in their wedding package cost.
One thing to keep in mind is when you are doing photos. We looked at a venue that required us to set up and tear down but we only had the space for 1.5 hours so our wedding party or family would have to set up while we got ready and then they would have to help tear down while we got photos done and we didn’t like that idea at all so if they do rent just the space make sure it’s for a reasonable amount of time! Good luck

I would call places that would do full service like a best western or a hotel of some kind to get ideas. Then call places that aren't.

Things to keep in mind- if not full service. do these places include chairs/tables or a kitchen with all things needed. If not you would need to rent all of those things- cutlery, plates, cups, glasses. Figure out your budget as well.

You may have to call around. Sime venues are super helpful. Others not so much. We found our venue to be super helpful and that our venue is doing so much for us.

View quoted message Hey Casey!

Ok thank you for that advice! I'm going to start emailing now!

View quoted message Hey Robyn! Thank you for your comment! Yea thats exactly what we were looking for so that's good to hear that it wont be as hard to find as we thought!

I've definitely got a great decor and party favors pinterest board going, but I wasnt sure about venues.

Thanks for putting my mind at ease! We are wanting an outdoor wedding, simple, non traditional and figure it would be easiest if we set everything up ourselves

Hey Anja! Many venues will let you rent space, when I was looking for venues we found quite a few that let you bring in your own caterer etc.

When you say DIY wedding, what exactly did you want to take on? Some projects that are relatively easy are stationery and signs, centrepieces, and favors. I found a lot of ideas on pinterest and for martha stewart weddings as well.

Start with the venues in your area. Go on their websites, send them an email and see what they include, how much it is to rent the space only etc.
From there make a list or a chart of all the venues you have information from and compare the prices and all your info.
This should be a good starting point for you. Many halls only rent the space and then you have to find all the other vendors.

We’ve chosen to host our reception at a community hall. this is cost effective as we can bring in our own decor, food and alcohol.