Planning a wedding can be a stressful and expensive process, but finding the perfect venue doesn't have to break the bank. If you're dreaming of a rustic barn wedding in Oklahoma, you're in luck! With its picturesque countryside and charming rustic lodge setting, Cedar Deer Lodge offers a beautiful affordable, venue for your wedding ceremony & reception. Cedar Deer Lodge is located near Stillwater Oklahoma and about an hour from Tulsa & Oklahoma City. In this blog post, we'll share some tips on how to plan an affordable wedding in Oklahoma.

Tips on how to plan an affordable wedding in Oklahoma.

When you’re looking for your wedding venue make sure you consider everything included with the venue rental. At Cedar Deer Lodge we include time for the wedding ceremony, reception and time to get ready before the wedding. We also include ceremony chairs, reception chairs, reception tables and lots of lovely wedding decor. Click here to see a full list of amenities we include with the venue rental. Check out our wedding gallery for more images showing our wedding ceremony, reception and venue spaces.

Lori & Vince, Photo Credit: Epic Productions Photography

Consider Off-Peak Dates: One way to save money on your wedding venue is to consider booking on off-peak dates. Cedar Deer Lodge offers discounted rates for weekday weddings or during the offseason, being flexible with your date can save you money. There are lots of benefits to considering an off peak date or consider a Sunday, Friday or weekday wedding date. Your wedding guests may love to enjoy your wedding on a Sunday or Monday so that they can enjoy a long weekend away from work.

Photo Credit: Epic Productions Photography

Negotiate with Vendors: When it comes to planning a wedding, every dollar counts. Don't be afraid to negotiate with vendors. Ask if they offer any discounts or package deals that can help lower costs. Some vendors may be willing to work with you on pricing if you book additional services through them, such as booking the DJ and the photo booth from one business. Another way to save on your wedding is to reduce your guest count. The more guests you invite to your wedding, the more costly the wedding will be overall.

The 2nd floor loft is a wedding guest favorite! This unique barn wedding reception feature provides more space for guests to enjoy. Photo Credit: Epic Productions Photography

DIY Decorations: Another way to save money on your barn wedding venue is to DIY your decorations. Get creative and enlist the help of friends and family members to create centerpieces, signage, and other decor elements for your special day. This not only adds a personal touch to your wedding but also helps cut down on costs.

**There are so many stunning wedding spaces at Cedar Deer Lodge including our waterfront with wedding island that is perfect for small ceremonies and elopements. Photo Credit:** **Epic Productions Photography**

Some wedding venues will allow flexibility in catering options like allowing restaurant catering or even allowing the couples friends or family to provide the food pot luck style. This can save thousands of dollars and allow you to have more money in your budget for other priorities like flowers or your dress. Some wedding venues may also have some flexibility with regard to alcohol. In some cases, you may be able to purchase your own alcohol and use a licensed bartending service to legally serve the alcohol. This can reduce costs significantly. If alcohol is not a priority, have a dry wedding to increase your savings.

Planning an affordable barn wedding in Oklahoma doesn't have to be overwhelming or expensive. By doing your research, considering off-peak dates, negotiating with vendors and DIYing decorations you can find the perfect venue that fits within your budget without sacrificing style or charm. Schedule your wedding venue tour at Cedar Deer Lodge today! We can’t wait to help you plan your wedding!

How to plan an affordable barn wedding in Oklahoma

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