Why Small Weddings Are Great

Many people dream of having a big wedding with tons of guests, whether at an event center in McAllen, TX or at another venue. But these days, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many more are seriously considering having a much smaller, more intimate wedding. While it might not be exactly what you pictured, a small wedding can actually be incredibly beautiful and special. In fact, there are tons of reasons why small weddings are great! Here are just a few of them: 

• Small Weddings are Cheaper – A smaller wedding means less guests, and less guests means a lot less money. Think about all the savings on food and alcohol, not to mention how much money you could save on getting a smaller venue. These are some of the biggest costs when it comes to a wedding, so it would free up a lot of money in your budget for other things, like a better dress, or simply put more money back in your pocket. 

• Small Weddings Have the Most Important People – While you love your Great Aunt Muriel from Australia, she’s not really a big part of your life. So, does it really matter if she’s not at your wedding? Having a smaller wedding means your time, money and attention are only going to the most important people in your life, whether that means immediate family or close friends. Plus, you won’t have to worry about meeting some guests for the first time - like your cousin’s random plus one or your boss’ wife who you’ve never met. 

• Small Weddings Mean Time for Everyone – When you have a big wedding with lots of guests it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to speak with or hang out with everyone. While it’s OK for the bride and groom to greet guests only briefly in a large wedding, wouldn’t it be nice to have the time to really connect with everyone? What’s more, the less people you have to greet the more time you and your new spouse can spend actually enjoying the wedding. You won’t believe how many couples don’t get to sit and eat the meal they planned because they’re too busy greeting guests. Also, another bonus, no awkward small talk! 

• Small Weddings are Less Work – If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed about the work that comes with planning a big wedding, a small wedding might be for you. With less people and fewer moving pieces, smaller weddings are a lot less work and take a lot less time to plan. This means you can actually enjoy your wedding planning experience! 

The last year or so has made people really think about what’s most important. And, for many, having a big blowout wedding just isn’t a priority anymore, and there’s nothing wrong with that. And, even if a small wedding is not what you had originally planned, it is possible for you to still have a gorgeous, meaningful, and memorable day. 

Call or visit Memorial Event Center, a McAllen, TX event center, for more information on weddings and other events.