Engagement Party Venue

    Venue or home?

    The venue for your engagement party will contribute to the theme and set the mood for

    the party. It is important to consider you budget and guest list before choosing a venue.

    Some venues require a minimum spend for a particular night therefore, if you are working

    with a tight budget, a home party may be the way to go. There are pros and cons of

    having your engagement party at home or in a venue, both can host a beautiful party, it

    is simple decision of what suits you and your requirements best.

    Venue Pros

    - Established atmosphere.

    - Minimal requirements for decorations.

    - Catered.

    - No need to organise food and beverages.

    - No mess to clean up.

    - Some venues allow you to hire the room and organise your own food and beverages

       which reduces to cost of using a venue.

    Venue Cons

    - Can be expensive.

    - There may be restrictions on time limits of the party.

    - Your favourite venue may be too small for your guest list.

    - It may not be suitable for children.

    - Decorating restrictions.

    - Music may need to be provided by a DJ which is an extra cost.

    Home Pros

    - The party can go for as long as you like.

    - Cheaper to hold a party at home.

    - You can decorate to your own liking.

    - Home is a comfortable setting.

    - Save costs on self catering and purchasing your own alcohol.

    - Suitable for Children.

    - Save costs by using your own CDs and Stereo.

    - Backyards are a great backdrop for a beautiful garden party.

    Home Cons

    - Home may be too small for your guest list.

    - Can be difficult to decorate.

    - Mess to clean up after the party.

    - Neighbours may complain about the noise.

    - It can be a lot of work for the host with regards to serving food and cleaning up.