Golf Course Wedding Guide

This could be a record-breaking year in the world of weddings. With those that put off their weddings due to the coronavirus as well as those who got engaged during the pandemic all planning on tying the knot this year, this will be a busy wedding season indeed.

This means that couples planning a wedding will want to think even further ahead than normally required. To help reduce the stress of planning a wedding, it's a good idea to lock down major details like your venue and date well in advance.

One lovely option for a wedding venue is a golf course. Not only is it naturally beautiful and exquisitely manicured, but it also has the feel of an all-inclusive resort.

If you're going to plan a golf course wedding, we have a few tips to help make the whole process go smoother.

Give Yourself Time

Planning a wedding is a big job, and you want to make sure you give yourself enough time to make all of the necessary decisions and arrangements. If you plan your wedding too soon after your engagement, you're increasing the likelihood that the whole experience will be super stressful. Instead, allow yourself some breathing room to create the day of your dreams.

When you're picking a wedding date, be realistic about how long it will take to create a foolproof plan.

(Are you not sure if a golf course wedding is right for you? Check out this article to learn why golf courses are perfect venues for your ceremony.)

Build a Map of the Big Picture

When you're learning how to plan a wedding, it can feel absolutely overwhelming. There are so many moving parts, all of which interact with one another in a complex dance. Figuring out how to make all of these different pieces weave together seamlessly can be a chore.

You will want to approach your wedding with a sense of organization and an overarching plan. There are many guides, blogs, books, and YouTube videos available that can help you break down the wedding into a series of smaller choices. First, though, you will want to create a map of the big picture that you can turn to when you are feeling overwhelmed or lost.

Think about what you want the day to be like. Do you want it to be more formal or casual? A huge party or an intimate affair?

Remember, this is a day to celebrate the love of you and your fiance! Before you jump into the weeds, it's best to create an overarching picture of the outcome you desire.

Next, you'll want to make some of the biggest choices first so smaller details can fit into the larger plan. Set your date, finalize your guest list, secure your venue, select your dress, and send out the invitations.

By starting with the largest decisions and tasks first, you create order in the planning process that can seriously reduce stress.

Don't Go It Alone

Weddings are expensive, and it's easy to try and go it alone to save money. Even if you aren't concerned for financial reasons, many couples feel like it's solely on their shoulders to deal with all of the details of planning a wedding.

This simply isn't the case. One of the best ways to reduce stress as you plan your wedding is to ask for help when you need it. When you put too many responsibilities on your plate, it can make it hard to enjoy your big day.

When you aim to throw the best golf course wedding ever, you should always feel free to reach out to the event coordinator at the golf course where you are holding your wedding. They will have tons of recommendations when it comes to vendors, DJs, and more.

You can also ask your family and friends to help out. You'll likely find that many of them are more than happy to help out in small ways throughout the day.

Create a Realistic Budget

When you have your wedding hosted by a golf course, it can really simplify the plans for the day. Rather than having to transport all of your guests between the wedding and the reception, you can have the whole event in one resort-like location.

This can reduce stress, make the day easier for your guests, and be helpful to your wedding budget.

No matter how big or small the budget you make is, you want it to be realistic. During this time, you can look back at the big picture map you created of the wedding. This can help you distinguish which expenses are necessities and which you can look to save on.

Remember That This is Your Day!

When you're planning a wedding, you're likely going to get plenty of input from those around you. This advice will probably range from very helpful to kind of annoying, and it can be easy to get lost in other peoples' opinions.

Remember, the whole point of your wedding day is to celebrate your marriage with your closest friends and family. When you feel pressured to make decisions by others, step back and check in with what you want the experience to be like.

Plan a Golf Course Wedding to Remember for a Lifetime

It doesn't have to be hectic to plan a golf course wedding. At Piqua Country Club, we have everything you need to create the most memorable day of your life. No matter how large or intimate your wedding day, one of our four venues will likely be perfectly suited to what you're searching for.

Are you starting to plan a golf course wedding? If so, you can learn more about our beautiful wedding venues here!