How To Find Reliable Wedding Vendors

04 November, 2024

When it comes to planning a wedding, having seasoned vendors you can count on is essential to your day running smoothly. Whether they’re serving your guests dinner, officiating your wedding, or running everything behind the scenes, vendors play a major role in your special day. So, what kind of vendors should you be looking for?  

 

We’ve Got You Covered! 

  • Venue: You’ve already selected your perfect venue: Congdon Yards! We are so excited to be working with you and cannot wait to see your vision come to life in our timeless space. 
  • Catering: We’ve made choosing your caterer easy through our carefully curated list of preferred caterers who have time and time again exceeded expectations in cuisine and service. Our selection consists of both smaller, local restaurants and larger, well-known catering companies. Our list has a wide range of price points, and food selection to ensure there’s something for everyone! 
  • Bar: Most of us don’t know the ins and outs of what it takes to run a successful bar. So, let’s just leave it to the professionals! At Congdon Yards, we’ve partnered with the Mason Jar Group to provide a one-of-a-kind experience that takes all of the stress off your plate! After booking your special day, we’ll connect you with the Mason Jar Group who will guide you through selecting your perfect bar package.  

 

Finding Your Dream Team 

Your wedding day should be one of the happiest days of your life, which is why we encourage you to find vendors that truly understand your vision and want to help you create the most magical experience.  

Sometimes having complete freedom to choose your vendors can be a daunting task, which is why we will always encourage you to ask us for help. We are more than happy to give you some suggestions when it comes to other vendors you might need for your big day like: 

  • Coordinator or a Planner 
  • Photographer or Videographer 
  • Florists 
  • Officiant 
  • Entertainment 
  • Cake & Desserts  
  • Wedding Dress & Suits 
  • Hair & Makeup 
  • Rentals  

 

So, How Do I Know If a Vendor is Reliable?  

Before you book a vendor, make sure you do your research! Look at reviews on their website, socials, and Google pages. Ask people you know who are recently married about vendors they used and their experiences. Don’t hesitate to ask your other vendors for recommendations either, including us! We’d love to share with you some of our most trusted vendors who always knock it out of the park! 

Something you can do on your own in the initial stages of vendor communication is have questions prepared to ask. You can get a good feel for a vendor by the way they answer your questions. For example, you’d feel more comfortable with a vendor who can answer all your questions or, if they don’t have an answer for you, follows up with you shortly after your conversation. On the other hand, you probably wouldn’t feel great booking a vendor who never answered your questions, took forever to get a response from, or constantly rescheduled your meetings.  

After doing your research and booking your favorite vendors, you’ll be on your way to finding the perfect “I Do” crew for you!