Finding the Perfect Venue for Your Micro Wedding
When a large, traditional wedding just is not something you can afford or even want, a micro wedding is the best alternative aside from elopement. Not all brides dream of a huge, elaborate wedding, but a small intimate wedding with family and close friends.
An intimate celebration with a stunning backdrop will leave a lasting impression on your guests and is easy on your pocketbook. Just like a full traditional wedding, a micro wedding can be elegant, fun, and memorable. We have affordable, one-of-a-kind wedding venues ranging from cozy cottages with private backyards to art deco lofts. It's easy to find the perfect place that is within your budget.
A small ceremony does not have to equate to cheap and corny, create a breathtaking micro wedding that will leave your guests in awe. The Giggster app is the place to start your search with 10000 handpicked for your big day.
Why Choose Giggster for Micro Wedding Venues
Find our favorite micro wedding venues like Versatile, Bright open studio with cyclorama on the Giggster app. Choose a garden wedding venue with a beautiful outdoor space for a small wedding, or say "I do" in an art deco loft. An outdoor space in the desert may be more your style. Let yourself be inspired to find the perfect place for your dream wedding.
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Intimate gatherings create a sense of closeness and family. A small wedding in an urban oasis will give your guests a relaxing and fun experience.
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Micro weddings allow for intimate celebrations. Follow a family dinner with a trip to a tasting room for a one-of-a-kind wedding experience for your guests.
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Smaller celebrations are easier on your wallet and allow you to spend more one-on-one time with your guests. Your ceremony will be beautiful in any setting with your loved ones surrounding you. Reserve a restaurant for the reception to save money.
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Normally, two spaces can be pricey. But when holding micro weddings, you do not need huge event spaces. Small wedding venues are cheaper and allow you to be creative for your reception. Visit a wine cellar or host a family dinner in the country; the possibilities are endless.
Plan an Amazing Micro Wedding Starting at Just $17/hour
Exceptional Variety & Quality: The happy couple will choose from small backyard oases to lofts full of original character. Giggster's micro wedding venues will have something for everyone's budget and expectations.
Hassle-Free Booking: Book the perfect micro wedding venue for as low as $17/hour. Giggster's interactive map is a great tool to narrow your search to your desired area for your special day.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: You will have peace of mind when booking with Giggster. Our 24-hour free cancellation policy allows you to cancel your reservation within 24 hours of making the booking as long as the event is not within 48 hours of booking confirmation.
Platform Protection: Protect your wedding day with optional protection packages offered by Giggster. When you book a space like Versatile, Bright open studio with cyclorama, add event liability insurance for extra protection from unforeseen circumstances.
The Best Type of Venue for Your Micro Wedding
While micro weddings are small, you may still not have enough room in your home or backyard for your guests to be comfortable and enjoy the ceremony. Find 10000 micro wedding venues with Giggster, where you are sure to fall in love with the perfect spot for your upcoming nuptials.
- Charming Cottages – Intimate Settings. What better place for an intimate wedding than a garden wedding venue with a charming cottage? Micro weddings were made for intimate backyard settings with indoor and outdoor spaces. Exchange your vows under a trellis and enjoy a homey reception all in one location.
- Rooftop Terraces – Modern Settings. Plan a summer micro wedding and take it to new heights by booking a rooftop terrace. These outdoor spaces are the perfect venue for intimate weddings. Decorations can be kept to a minimum while you let the stunning views create an ambiance your guests will love. With the sprawling city as your backdrop, your photos and videos will be stunning.
- Country Chapel – Idyllic Settings. When you still want a traditional venue but with an intimate feel, a country chapel is just the ticket. Guests will be transported back in time when they step inside the quaint chapel, complete with stained glass windows and well-worn pews. This intimate wedding venue is ideal for couples looking to embrace tradition on a smaller scale.
- Art Galleries – Unconventional Ceremonies. Style, ambiance, art, and history all collide when you book an art gallery for your micro wedding venue. You don't even have to be an art lover to appreciate the elegance of this type of event space. Your guests will be in awe when you celebrate your union among priceless art pieces in a swanky, upscale gallery.
- Art Deco Lofts – Colorful Weddings. Bring life to your micro wedding vision by booking an art deco loft for your ceremony. Loved ones will be uplifted when they step foot into an art deco-inspired even space bursting with color and contemporary art. The photography from such a venue will be eye-catching and memorable.
Essentials for a Micro Wedding Location
Don't settle for the county courthouse or your plain backyard for your micro wedding. Check out the best micro wedding venues on Giggster and plan an out-of-this-world event at a property that steals the show. Before picking the venue for your wedding, there are many things you want to keep in mind, and we are here to help ensure your closest family and friends love the space as much as you do.
Does the venue offer all-inclusive wedding packages? When picking a small wedding venue, finding one that offers all-inclusive packages is a terrific way to save money and ensure all the small details are taken care of. From flowers to table and chair rentals to clean-up, every detail is covered.
Do you want indoor and outdoor spaces? Depending on where you live and the time of year, having a wedding that is both indoors and outdoors can be fun. Hosting the ceremony in the gardens filled with natural light and then moving indoors for the reception is ideal when the weather cooperates. Catering companies will thank you for serving the food indoors. Nature lovers will want to explore this option.
How many guests are invited to your micro wedding? Generally, micro weddings have up to 50 guests, but if you are only planning on a handful of loved ones to celebrate the big day with you, a reception at a restaurant may be more cost-effective rather than hosting a big party after the ceremony.
Planning Your Micro Wedding
Fewer guests should translate to lower-cost weddings. Sometimes, brides can get carried away and blow the budget, but with a little planning, your micro wedding will be a smashing success. Like traditional weddings, intimate weddings have their share of challenges. To help you prepare, we've come up with a few steps to get you on the right track.
Scout Micro Wedding Venues – Begin your search by exploring Giggster's 10000 handpicked micro wedding venues. You will find a diverse list of possible venues, including art galleries, lofts, rooftop terraces, and gardens.
Contact Vendors – Contract with several vendors to create your dream wedding. If your event space does not offer all-inclusive wedding packages look to experienced professionals for assistance. Assembling a team of vendors to ensure the day is a success is an important step in the planning process.
Plan the Menu – Whether you choose a catering service or are planning to use a restaurant for the reception, menus will need to be planned. A great option is to choose the couple's favorite restaurant for the reception meal.
Secure Permits – Even though you are hosting a small event compared to most traditional weddings, permits may still be required. Check with the event site to see what is required. Most permits do cost a small fee; be sure to budget those into your overall expenses.
Micro Wedding Hidden Costs
Even small events have had their budgets shredded when hidden costs pop up. Renting a venue that is on budget and offers extra features to ensure you stay on track with finances is one way to help keep things in check. Micro wedding venues start at just $17/hour on Giggster, but let's check out some of the other hidden costs to keep in mind.
Does your budget include fees and gratuities?
Permit fees may be small but can add up, especially if you did not plan for them. Include these fees when setting your budget. Gratuities are implied with almost any service rendered; however, most people do not think about them until it is time to pay the piper. When signing contracts with vendors, include the gratuity amount if possible.
Do guests have to pay for parking?
Some venues located in the city will have metered parking or pay-to-park lots for your guests. Couples will need to decide if they are going to cover those parking fees for their guests or if it will be their guests' responsibility to cover those fees.
Are there extra rental fees?
Finding the perfect spot does not always translate into the most cost effective place for your ceremony. Some venues charge extra rental fees for tables, chairs, linens, and other small items. Be sure to ask what is included in the rental fee for the space you have chosen for your wedding.
Plan Your Micro Wedding with Giggster
When the traditional wedding is not what you have in mind, but you still want to have a little bit of tradition on your big day, a micro wedding is the perfect solution. Invite only close family and friends to celebrate your love story at one of the many locations you can find on the Giggster app for small, intimate ceremonies that will showcase your commitment to each other and embrace your loved ones at the same time.
