5 Pros and Cons of a Weekday Wedding
6/17/2025
PRO: More affordable prices for renting a venue
Weddings are most commonly held on weekends and days off for obvious reasons, but with that it means that wedding venues are empty from Monday through Thursday. So most venues want to fill up those days with events, even if it means that means making a little less money.
At the Lizton Lodge our weekend rates make it possible to save thousands of dollars just by booking at a different date. If you are looking to feel like a millionaire on your wedding day without millionaire bills then a weekday wedding is a perfect option for frugal minded brides! Not only that but Lizton Lodge weekday wedding bookings get all the same perks, free decor, and staff who give 110% leading up to your wedding day and the day of!
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Weekday weddings can be just as beautiful and well attended! as weekend weddings!
PRO: creates a more relaxed environment for both you and your guests
Opting for a weekday wedding can foster a laid-back atmosphere, allowing both the couple and their guests to enjoy the day without the typical weekend pressures.
For the Couple:
Less Stressful Planning: With fewer events competing for attention, weekday weddings often involve less logistical pressure, enabling a more enjoyable planning process.
Budget-Friendly Choices: The cost savings associated with weekday weddings can allow for more flexibility in choosing vendors and services that align with your vision, reducing financial stress.
For the Guests:
Intimate Celebrations: The smaller guest list typical of weekday weddings often leads to more meaningful interactions and a closer connection among attendees.
Unique Experience: Attending a weekday wedding can be a refreshing change from the usual weekend events, offering guests a memorable and enjoyable experience.
PRO: more availability for vendors
Most vendors make their money on the weekend, as there are only so many weekends in a year they have to schedule things out and plan accordingly, but with weekday weddings food vendors, day of coordinators and photographers that might have to say no to you may be available for your big weekday wedding!
Much like the venues who want to fill up their schedules with weddings and events the vendors are the same way! Sometimes they also might have some deals and discounts for weekday or non-busy hours!
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CON: Guest may need to leave early for work tomorrow and scheduling problems for guests
A wedding is a special once in a lifetime (hopefully once) event that brides and their grooms will remember for years to come. But sadly that does not mean that the world stops turning for them. Guests may need to leave before say the grand send off if you have one planned, or if you want your reception to last until late at night then a weekday wedding may not be supportive, while the majority your guests will happily RSVP, show up, cheer you on and dance the night away in celebration there may perhaps be individuals that will need to leave early or even sadly be able to show up at all.
It can also feel like a weekday wedding saves the couple money at the cost of the guests. Creating inconvenience that while may be well, inconvenient it will not ruin your wedding day or create any less of an ecstatic feeling of love for marrying your one and only.
CON: Late arrivals and logistics
The biggest factor is travel. Most of your guests will likely be willing to take a day off work, especially if they are local. However if you have guests that are further out, you may face more challenges if they have to take multiple days off work, these are the biggest factors for planning a weekday wedding that may cause a minor inconvenience on your best day ever.
But that shouldn’t deter you from having a weekday wedding if your heart (and wallet) are set on it! People are accommodating and are understanding! So no matter what you choose be sure to weigh all the options, count the cost and have fun on your big day!
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