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It's often harder to find an ideal location for your reception than for your ceremony (although many sites serve double duty.) The best locations are in heavy demand - you may want to set your wedding date after you determine what date your favorite location is available.

How to Evaluate a Reception Site

How to Evaluate a Reception Site If you're like most couples, your biggest expense will be for your reception. When you evaluate different sites, make sure you compare apples to apples. Here are some questions you should ask when you evaluate a reception site.
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Wedding Caterers

Your reception location may offer catering, but you don't always have to use the on-site caterer. Once you know what your location will provide, you're ready to shop for a caterer.

How to Evaluate a Caterer

How to Evaluate a Caterer Now that you've narrowed down your choice of caterers and created your short-list, here are some basic questions to ask to help you make a decision as you evaluate each caterer.
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Wedding Menus and Drinks

If you're serving a meal, you have two basic choices: A sit-down meal or a buffet. Sit-down meals are considered to be more formal, but buffets are typically less expensive and can create a more casual atmosphere.

Wedding Reception Events

Most wedding receptions include some traditional events or ceremonies. You can choose which to include or not to include; here's a list of the main possibilities.

Wedding Reception Music

Your music sets the mood for your wedding reception, but the type of music you choose (and how it's played) may also be a function of your budget.