Weekday weddings can be incredibly chic! If you look at most European royal weddings, they all take place mid-week. From cheaper venues and vendors to more intimate atmospheres, countless things make a weekday wedding something you should consider. Without further ado, here are six benefits of weekday weddings.

Love The Lower Cost

In general, weekday weddings will cost less, because the demand for them simply is not that high. More people are going to schedule their weddings on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. With all those brides competing for the same days means there’s going to be competitive prices. The demand for a Saturday wedding, let’s say, can drive up every associated cost. That means venue rentals to food and beverage and vendor packages all can experience a price hike. If you plan your wedding for a Tuesday, those prices are going to drop significantly. Companies that aren’t expecting business during the week will not charge you the same they would on the weekends. They’re just happy that they’re getting business on a day they typically do not.

Enjoy The Availability

Not only do lower costs make it easier to book your dream venue and vendor, but so does having a weekday wedding. Availability is much better on a weekday than on the weekend. If you want a weekend wedding, you sometimes have to book a year or two in advance. However, if you are looking to get married sooner than that, think about a midweek wedding. They may even have available dates during peak seasons!

Many more photographers, coordinators, and floral designers will have midweek availability, just like venues. However, be aware that most vendors work weekends. So, they may take Mondays and Tuesdays off or Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Make It an Intimate Affair

A weekday wedding means that your guest list is most likely going to be smaller than if you were having a weekend wedding. Not everybody can travel in the middle of the week or can afford to take off work the day of (or the day after) the wedding. However, a more intimate occasion is perfect for many couples, especially since hosting large events is still not in the cards for many people. Plus, you’ll have more valuable time with a quality group of family and friends. No more running this way and that to make sure you greet everyone that’s made it to your big day. Take some of the pressure off and downsize with a weekday wedding.

Friday Pros

Friday weddings allow you to enjoy the feel of a weekend wedding without all the added costs and fishing for extra time with friends and family. Weddings on Saturday and Sunday tend to start earlier in the day and go all night long. However, weekday weddings often begin later to allow guests to get off work and arrive on time. Trust us. Your guests will thank you for not completely booking their day.

As mentioned, Friday weddings also give you more time with friends and family, because it gives you a chance to make the entire weekend into an event. Have your wedding on Friday night, then a happy hour on Saturday to say hi to anyone you missed the day before. You can even throw a farewell brunch on Sunday for everyone. You can also plan smaller activities to keep your guests entertained, like a day out on the town or hiking a local trail, in between the more significant events.

Choose A Special Date and Location

So many couples get caught up in having a weekend wedding that they don’t stop to consider that they can choose almost any date they want! Pick your parents’ or grandparents’ anniversary or have your wedding the same day you had your first date with your fiancé. You can even pick a unique location—a church where other family members have been married, your favorite restaurant, or something grand like a museum or aquarium.  If you decide to go with the latter two, a weekday wedding is the way to go. Hours during the week tend to be shorter than on the weekend, and crowds are much smaller.

Planning Is Less Stressful

Whether you’re planning the wedding or a guest that has to plan to travel, it all becomes less stressful during the week. For starters, expect Saturdays to be more formal. That places a lot of pressure on the couples’ shoulders to make sure everything goes perfectly. For the most part, weekday weddings will take on the feel of a lovely dinner party than a wild blowout. Guests also tend to act more conservatively during the week, especially if they have to work the next day. If you want a serene environment, perhaps a weekday wedding is for you.

Your guests will also thank you. If they can travel from out of town, they’ll take more than a couple of days off, so they have time to travel and enjoy this joyous occasion. If your wedding is on a Saturday, many of your out-of-town guests will come in on Friday before and leave on Sunday. Try and make your guests’ stay into a mini-vacation. Let them know that taking a few days off is well worth it. As we mentioned before, you can plan other events besides the actual ceremony and reception.

Have A Weekday Wedding

Weekday weddings are great for so many different reasons. They help you get the venues and vendors you’ve always dreamed of, make your wedding more intimate and less stressful for yourself and your guests. Overall, it allows you to make your wedding an unforgettable experience. Do yourself and the ones you love a favor and consider scheduling a weekday wedding when it’s time for your big day.

Choose Chaumette Vineyard and Winery!

Chaumette Vineyard and Winery is perfect for your weekday wedding. From beautiful villas for you and your guests to delicious foods, gorgeous venue spaces, and, of course, high-end wine. Plan the wedding of your dreams with Chuamette today! You’ll have such a great time; you’ll want to relive your special day over and over again. Visit our website today to learn about what we have to offer.