{"id":1108,"date":"2021-05-14T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-14T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/?p=1108"},"modified":"2021-09-22T13:47:37","modified_gmt":"2021-09-22T17:47:37","slug":"how-do-i-find-the-right-venue-for-my-event","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/how-do-i-find-the-right-venue-for-my-event\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Find the Right Venue for My Event?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

There are many decisions that have to be made when you\u2019re planning an event, and one of the biggest is where to host it. The venue you decide on can make or break the entire experience for both you and your guests, so it\u2019s important to choose carefully. To help you find the right venue for your event<\/a>, we\u2019ve tallied up some key factors that will guide you in your decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Convenient Location<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First and foremost, the location has to make sense for your event and your attendees. Ideally, you should be looking for something that is easily accessible, centrally located and is within a reasonable distance from the airport if there will be out-of-town guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Capacity and Flexibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Look for a venue that can easily accommodate the number of guests that will be attending. Whether you\u2019re planning a small and intimate gathering or a larger one in the future, you\u2019ll need a venue that can fit everyone comfortably. Keep in mind that you\u2019ll also need lots of extra space so attendees can maintain social distancing, even as COVID-19 restrictions begin to lift. Also, if you can find a venue that is flexible with its capacity, it will make your life easier if you\u2019re suddenly left with a much smaller RSVP list than you anticipated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Services and Amenities <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Are you looking for catering, AV capabilities, event planners to assist you, or other specific services? Finding a venue that provides all of the amenities you need can make your life much easier when you don\u2019t have to outsource and look for each service separately. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focus On the Food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll save time and money if you can find a venue that offers in-house catering. Take a look at their menus and don\u2019t be afraid to ask to taste test what they offer so you can make sure the food won\u2019t disappoint. Serving up delicious food is one of the focal points of any event, so make sure you take the time to determine whether it\u2019s worth it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ambience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The ambience of a venue should also match the vibe and style of your event. If you\u2019re hosting something that\u2019s more elegant and upscale, you\u2019ll need a modern and well-designed venue. But if it\u2019s more on the casual side, then something low-key might make the most sense. Always consider your theme and the feeling you wish to portray once your guests arrive. If it feels right, then it\u2019s likely a good fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re searching for a venue to host a future event, consider the St. Elias Centre<\/a>! We are conveniently located, have ample parking, can accommodate a wide range of party sizes, and have everything you need for an easy and enjoyable occasion, including in-house catering. Contact us today to learn more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

There are many decisions that have to be made when you\u2019re planning an event, and one of the biggest is where to host it. The venue you decide on can make or break the entire experience for both you and your guests, so it\u2019s important to choose carefully. To help you find the right venue …Continue reading<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1110,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,5,21,15,22,20,10,6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1108","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business-luncheon","category-corporate-event-venue","category-event-planning","category-fundraising-event","category-helpful-tips","category-party","category-seasonal-events","category-wedding-venue"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1108","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1108"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1108\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1157,"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1108\/revisions\/1157"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1110"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1108"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1108"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.steliascentre.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1108"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}