When you think of weddings, you probably haven’t considered hosting one in the a.m. After all, asking your loved ones to set an early alarm might not go over well. But this is your big day, and whether you’re an early riser or not, a morning wedding is a great way to save you money. If you’re interested in cutting costs while still being able to have the most memorable day ever, here are seven ways that hosting a morning wedding will help you stay within budget.
1. Your Ceremony and Reception Venues Will Be Cheaper

Traditionally, wedding venues are more expensive?and more likely to be booked up?in the evening. By choosing to have a morning wedding, you’re more likely to receive not only a better rate, but also more options when it comes to dates and days of the week. That’s right; you’re more likely to get that primo spot in June with a morning wedding. 2. You Can Cut Costs with Most Wedding Vendors
Because morning weddings aren’t the norm, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to negotiate for cheaper rates with most vendors, including everyone from caterers and hairdressers to rental services. However, you might encounter some resistance with such an early call time. You never know if you don’t ask, but you might be pleasantly surprised at the response.
3. Breakfast Catering Costs Less than Dinner

Food takes up a large part of a wedding’s budget. As it turns out, breakfast fare is typically cheaper than ...