i have 70 guests and really want to have my wedding at top of the tower in phila on a sat. they just informed me there is a 125 person minimum. so i can't have the wedding of my dreams now. is this fair? is this normal? another venue i had in mind said there was a minimum of $30,000.
2007-03-01 04:09:14 · 16 answers · asked by Susan 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
It is normal. Two things....if you are having a 70 guest wedding in a 150 guest room your wedding reception will look more than bare. Not only that, it is business strategy, if they feel they will spend more money to host your reception than profit they will have a minimum guest number. You will find that with limos also. My wedding and reception are at the same place but because I am having my wedding on a Saturday I have to rent it for at least three hours. I found a way for it to work in my benefit though.
2007-03-01 04:16:28 · answer #1 · answered by sjlova86 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The place where I want to have my wedding has the same deal. On Friday night there is a 100 person minimum, Saturday (both for a day and night wedding) 125 person minimum, but on Sunday there is only a 75 person minimum. Because I loved the place when I saw it, I gave in my want to have a Saturday wedding for a Sunday.
I would suggest inquiring about the minimum count for a Sunday or even a Friday. It may not be the exact day you want but you may have a better shot of having it at the place you want.
2007-03-01 04:20:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The place I'm having it has a minimum count, as well. However, it is more for the money than them not wanting to make the food. They if I was under the count, it would be an additional room charge. BUT then they said, depending on how much under I was (5-15 people) I could just buy the extra plates. It would be less expensive than the room rental fee, and who complains about more food? As long as they're getting the money they want. =Ã
That wouldn't really work in your case....you have less than half. And I am the last person to suggest stretching your guest list to cover the minimum count!
2007-03-01 04:43:28 · answer #3 · answered by Just tryin' to help 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When my brother planned his wedding, most places did have a minimum count, as they do not want to have all those people working for under a certain amount of return ($$). They probably know how many they need to serve to meet their minimum acceptable revenue for a particular event.
You are having a smaller wedding, which means you can have your event at a much more intimate setting. There are tons of lovely places in Philly. I'm sure you can come up with something you'll enjoy even more if you just do some digging!
2007-03-01 04:17:23 · answer #4 · answered by melouofs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Someone you spoke to told you wrong. Below is a link for the different rooms at Top of the Tower, complete with the size limitations for each...
http://www.topofthetower.com/social/layouts.htm
EDIT: Oh, wait, I didn't read that part on the website about their wedding packages. Since they only do one a day, it makes sense that they want to make sure they have a minimum number of people. But this this really refers to cost, actually. 70 people doesn't cost as much as 125. But if you offer to pay for 125, but only have 70, they'll let you do it.
2007-03-01 05:00:53 · answer #5 · answered by Pink Denial 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
had the same problem here But were I had mine the min was 200 did not think we knew so many people but once you sit down and figure it out you know a lot of people. And for a sat. Wedding it is not hard to spend $30,000. Take it from me I went well over that just because we wanted it on a sat. You can save $30,000 if you have it any day but friday or sat
2007-03-01 04:16:20 · answer #6 · answered by my3dc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't be upset. You can find a wedding venue that is just as nice and they will accept your guest count. You know what is a lovely wedding site? Lately in our area, owners of estates who no longer live there or have given over the estate to the county on our North Shore (exclusive area) are being rented out for weddings. I went to one and it was georgeous. The rooms are magnificent with chandeliers; lovely estetics... It was like a fairy tale wedding. Check that out. Also wedding places that have beautiful lakes and grounds where photos can be taken and if it is in the summer, they have outdoor cocktail hours overlooking the lake and grounds. Just georgeous. So don't fret...just do more research in your area and I am very sure you will find the place of your dreams to get married. And, you don't have to spend $30,000 with your wedding count. Good luck on your search
2007-03-01 05:43:36 · answer #7 · answered by cardgirl2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even though a wedding to us the brides and even some grooms mean so much to us it is unfortunate that many places have requirements to follow and yes they do have some stipulation about the number of guest or how much money it will cost us. See with a wedding it is all about details and many places have beautiful scenery and take advantage of the opportunities they can by setting minimum guest list requirements and what not so they can of course make as much money as possible. You have to find out where is a decent enough place to get all the dreams and visions you have about your day with as lil money that you can spend...BUDGET...and check out www.theknot.com I live by them...they have wonderful ideas and great options for all of us!
2007-03-07 05:04:31 · answer #8 · answered by DePressed08 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All Venues have a minimum and max on people per room. Remember this, once people are at your wedding they forget the view and look at the music, food and service. Once people are dancing and having a good time inside they are not going to be looking at the view don't waste your money.
2007-03-07 08:22:48 · answer #9 · answered by Kat G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, I would try to haggle with them. It is your wedding! Try to talk to a manager. Explain you'd really love to have your wedding there, but you want to keep it small. Be persistent. If they want your business, they will accept your terms. And if you do decide on the other venue, I would haggle that price down! $30,000 is robbery for a 70-guest event. Explain to them you love the venue, but it is simply way out of your budget. Like I said, if they really want your business, and you are persistent, they will accept your terms. I have been using this strategy alot planning my own wedding, and it has saved me thousands!
Congratulations on you upcoming nuptuals! Good luck!
2007-03-01 04:26:14 · answer #10 · answered by greengenes 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋