Ceremony Site

Wedding Ceremony

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     Your ceremony is a reflection of who you are. It can be as simple or as elaborate as you desire.  Many people choose to have a traditional ceremony in a church, while others have taken their special day outdoors to a park of the beach.  These days, anything goes!

     When selecting your ceremony site, think about who you are as a couple and what makes the two of you unique.  Are you very traditional, dreaming of the perfect flowing white gown and walking down a long aisle, carrying a bouquet of beautiful flowers?  Or do you long for something unusual, to mark the day as yours?  This can be as simple as being married at the museum where you had your first date, or as elaborate as saying your vows after a hike to the summit of a mountain.  If you decide on an out of doors location, you may want to consider having a backup spot in case of inclement weather.

     Consider options like writing your own vows, or using a passage from a romantic book or pay to express your love.  Incorporate traditions that reflect your heritage, such as the Catholic Unity Candle ceremony or the African American tradition of jumping the broom.

     You will also want to think about who will be officiating you ceremony.  If you are having a religious ceremony, is there a particular clergyman who you are close to or who has impacted your life?  If you are going to be having a civil ceremony, is anyone in your life licensed to perform weddings?  Having someone close to you perform the ceremony that will bind you for life can make your wedding really special.

_ What is the name of the ceremony site?
_ What is the website and e-mail of the ceremony site?
_ What is the address of the ceremony site?
_ What is the name & phone number of my contact person?
_ What dates & times are available?
_ Do vows need to be approved?
_ What is the ceremony site fee?
_ What is the payment policy?
_ What is the cancellation policy?
_ Does the facility have liability insurance?
_ What are the minimum & maximum number of guests allowed?
_ What is the denomination, if any, of the facility?
_ What restrictions are there with regards to religion?
_ Is an officiant available?  At what cost?
_ Are outside officiants allowed?
_ Are any musical instruments available for our use?
_ If so, what is the fee?
_ What music restrictions are there, if any?
_ What photography restrictions are there, if any?
_ What videography restrictions are there, if any?
_ Are there any restrictions for rice/petal-tossing?
_ Are candlelight ceremonies allowed?
_ What floral decorations are available/allowed?
_ When is my rehearsal to be scheduled?
_ Is there handicap accessibility and parking?
_ How many parking spaces are available for my wedding party?
_ Where are they located?
_ How many parking spaces are available for my guests?
_ What rental items are neccessary?
_ What is the fee?