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Edgardo Spano

Brides and grooms are easily caught up in the rustic fantasy feeling of a farm wedding. Before you get too lost in that daydream, ask yourself the important questions for planning this kind of reception. 

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Here are seven factors to consider before having a farm wedding.

1. Is it the theme I envisioned?

There are many great Pinterest accounts to inspire your wedding. The farm wedding you saw on Pinterest, however, might not play out in real life. Those lush fields and wildflowers galore may be too wild in real life or appear as sparse, empty fields in person. 

You need to accept the natural state of the outdoor retreat, whether that includes animal smells or a lengthy walk from the parking lot to the reception. Be open—and willing—to accommodate to ensure the venue meets all of your needs.

2. What are the venue’s rules?

Like any privately owned event space, you and your guests need to abide by its regulations. Ask the coordinator about mandatory guidelines, such as outdoor fire rules or grounds access. Not all farms are created for this specific event, so ask beforehand if you can have a tiki torch path before you start setting it up on the wedding day.

3. Are there bathrooms on-site?

The farm may not have updated plumbing or septic capabilities onsite. If they don’t, you’ll find yourself spending extra money to bring in mobile lavatories. Fancier options exist that don’t resemble the traditional “port-a-potty” style, but the wedding shouldn’t feel that rustic. Ensure your barn has adequate indoor plumbing for you and your guests.

4. Is there working electricity?

Do you want twinkling lights strung throughout the barn? Will the caterers have enough power to keep food warm and cook dinner? You may need to bring in generators to get the proper lighting and heat.

Ask the event venue coordinator about the building’s electricity. Some spaces can turn a light on and off, but they can’t handle the DJ equipment, catering hot plates, and your electric lanterns all at once.

5. Is it too out of the way?

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If the venue is significantly far, confirm the location of the closest overnight accommodations and consider having a shuttle back to the hotel. Ask about special rates for guests and let friends and family know to book their stays early. You want to ensure everyone has a place to rest after the festivities.

6. Does it have any time restrictions?

Your vision of dancing under the stars and into the night may quickly come to a halt. Check how long you’re allowed to be at this venue and whether there are noise restrictions in place. If there are no nearby neighbours, this shouldn’t be a problem, but you don’t want to be caught off guard. Know their “hours of operation” policy is first.

7. Is there a rainy-day back-up plan?

Look for a fully enclosed barn versus a completely open space. We all hope for the best weather on our wedding day, but it never hurts to plan for the worst. A barn can be dressed up just as lovely should the cocktail hour unexpectedly move indoors. Ask the on-site vendors if they have a big tent or how they can shield a partially enclosed space in case of rain or strong winds. Always have a back-up plan—just in case.

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Edgardo Spano

Ed has always been drawn to taking on challenges and basks in the opportunity to be creative and visionary. From its inception, Ed has been a part of Seventh Heaven Event Catering. On paper, he oversees all the marketing, social media and sales of the business and is a Senior Catering Consultant for larger events, but what he does is so much more than that. Ed is the mastermind behind bringing together flawless presentations under tight deadlines. His motto is, “Anything is possible!” and he loves to be the one to make it happen at each new event. With the keenest eye for detail, Ed specializes in ensuring that each aspect is considered in every unique layout while bringing each one to life. He prides himself on being at the forefront of innovations for creative food presentation and is responsible for keeping Seventh Heaven on the cutting edge. For Ed, the best part of his job is a satisfied client, making them look good at their event and properly representing them to their clients. If Seventh Heaven can elevate their clients’ social or corporate presence in the market, he considers it a job well done.
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