I’ve been doing this for nearly 15 years, and have seen a lot. But one thing has remained constant for me, the holiday season tends to slow down for me to officiate weddings. Until now! Over the past few years, I’ve started seeing an uptick on wedding requests for the special time between Thanksgiving and New Years. And that’s a good thing for me, and for you. Here’s why: I’m available, dates are open, and you may end up saving time and money. So, sit back and read about why you should consider the holidays for your wedding.
1.) City sidewalks, busy sidewalks
In years past, so many people avoided getting married during the holiday season, and for good reason. Everyone was busy! Now, don't get me wrong, people are still busy, but not nearly busy enough that they can’t take a few hours and celebrate with you on your wedding day.
With online shopping at an all time high, people don’t have to worry about navigating through the hustle and bustle of shopping at the mall, or anywhere else for that matter. They don’t feel rushed to get presents, food for parties, etc. So, most guest will feel a little bit more at ease about attending your nuptials.
And lastly, I’ve noticed since the pandemic, more people are making time for people. That’s right! People want to see other people. They want to be around the people they love, and they want to come support you. So, guests will make time in the schedule for you.
2.) We’ll pretend that he is Parson Brown. He’ll say “Are you married?”
I’m a busy guy. By the time this year is over (2022), I will have performed 217 weddings! Whew!! And guess what… the bulk of those happened between May - October. My schedule is more open and available during the holiday season. Oh, and most weddings vendors and venues I know, also have a much more open schedule as well.
What does that mean for you? Well. instead of battling it out with other couples for venues and vendors, you can perhaps book the cream of the crop for your big day. For example, the 10 days before Christmas, I have 7 weddings booked. I know..it’s crazy!! But most of these couples, had they try to book me during the summer, I more than likely would have had to tell them I was unavailable.
Here’s an added bonus: Many vendors and venues, because the holidays fall out of wedding season, may give you a discount on their services. WIN-WIN! You get the best of the best, at a discount, and we get to book another wedding in our slow season. Everybody’s happy!!
3.) Deck the halls with boughs of holly
This reason is a great one, and many of you may not have thought about this: Tell me any other time of the year where everything is decorated. Like really decked out! None… except for the Christmas season. You walk anywhere, and there’s wreaths, trees, Christmas lights, etc. Think about it: if you get married during this festive time, chances are you won’t really have to shell out for decorations, because the place you’re looking at is probably already decorated. Look at you saving time and money!!
So, now you’ve invited everyone, and they’re coming, you’ve booked top-notch vendors, and you’ve got a great deal on a venue, that’s already full on decorated! How fantastic!!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year
With those keys things in place, you can see why so many have started planning their weddings between Thanksgiving and New Years. One added bonus: you’re giving people another reason to be cheerful during the holidays, because they get to see you marry the love of your life. Good luck and happy planning!
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