Let’s break down the preparations for a backyard wedding. What should you consider to make your backyard wedding a beautiful celebration and not just the usual trip to the cottage? We turn the word over to the organizers.

We are confident that the number of outdoor celebrations in the countryside, fields, and wooded lawns will increase this season.We have been seeing this trend for several years, but it has become especially relevant with the growing popularity of chamber and informal weddings.

There are many advantages and romances in such options, but few people believe that this format requires a serious approach, experience, and forethought if you want to get a decent event of a high level, not a kebab party.

Location

The final result will have a strong influence on its own site: the landscape space, lighting, trees, flower beds and other features.

The garden and lawn should be well maintained and neat. The entire area should be cleaned of “trash” items of bright colors, plastic products, brightly colored playgrounds, colorful fabrics and awnings, and the fence and paths should be repaired.

Depending on the condition of the site, preparations can begin weeks or even months before the planned date. At a minimum, you can do seasonal pruning and treatment of trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds, and prepare the lawn, because it more than others will be flashed in all the photos and will be subjected to serious stress. And if your tables wobble or fall into holes, it will cause unnecessary discomfort for you and the guests.

To address these issues, we always recommend hiring a professional landscaper. The plus side is that, thanks to the wedding, you will have an extra reason to take care of the site, make it more beautiful and comfortable, and enjoy it. You will not be a day.

Weather

Everyone loves pictures of tables in the open air, but the weather in our area is completely unpredictable, so plan B and a couple of alternatives in case of intense heat, rain, hurricane wind, or even cold (underline the point).

Prepare plaids for guests, a terrace in case it rains, buy mosquito repellent, think about a canopy and do not place the table in direct sunlight. If there are many insects in your area, you can make a treatment of the territory (e.g. against mosquitoes, ants, ticks, beetles, etc.). Usually it is carried out 3–4 weeks before the holiday. Be sure to consult with experts.

Technical equipment

In addition to the main area of the dinner or buffet, you must assume the technical space for the team who will serve your party, or plan the location of the tents or grimvagenov and an area for parking cars. Sometimes you have to block off an entire street for this, or use adjacent vacant lots.

A standard power line is unlikely to withstand the load of professional musicians or catering equipment, so be sure to check the total load on the network and order an additional generator. Also keep in mind that you’ll need to provide space for it away from your guests.

Before approving the timing and planning to dance until morning, read the law of silence in your area. It will be sad if your fun is overshadowed by the complaints of neighbors. Although you can always negotiate with them beforehand, too.

Cleaning, checkroom, extra toilets, security, and even parking, so on. Few people think about these services, because they are a standard part of any restaurant or rented loft. In our case, we would have to take care of them separately. Now, full of exit services with a full range of these professionals.

Menu and decoration

Open-air weddings and birthday parties are a separate love. Undoubtedly, it will be beautiful and atmospheric because nature itself will adorn your celebration. But it’s worth thinking about the menu, decor, and furniture to be aesthetically pleasing.

In summer, do not choose heavy salads; let the menu be light. You can choose a barbecue format or hold a culinary master class to additionally entertain guests. As for serving dishes, portion serving is better because in the summer there is a great risk that the dishes will quickly become stale.

The menu can become part of the decor. Lemonade, serving napkins, and fruit can decorate your table. And don’t forget that natural fabrics and wildflowers are more relevant in the dacha style than ever before.

When choosing a venue, pay attention to all the “visual noise”—fences, signs, plastic furniture, etc., will not be the best background for the most beautiful decor.

Checklist

What’s worth thinking about when planning an outdoor wedding?

What is the condition of the grounds? Will it be comfortable to place tables and chairs there?

How will guests get there? Is there parking?

What’s the timing of the event?

What’s plan B in case of bad weather?

What technical equipment is needed for your program?

Toilets, generator, lighting, cooling, and heatin.

Who will help you when and how contractors need to get to the venue?

Where guests can be accommodated if they stay overnight.

If it’s not your site, will the area be private so you won’t be disturbed by other people?

If you are renting furniture, what are the rental hours so you have time to return it?

Where will the cake be stored?

Whether there is an additional charge for check-out from contractors.

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