Venue directory
We are building a directory of affordable venues. This page explains how venues are chosen. Nobody pays to be listed.
The directory is not live yet. There are no venue listings on this page. When listings go live, each one will show its source and an "as of" date.
How a venue gets listed
- It has a clear, published or quoted price range, with the date the price was checked.
- It says what is included, such as tables, chairs, setup, cleanup, and power.
- It has a stated policy on outside vendors, alcohol, and deposits.
- It is a real choice for a budget couple: a park, a community hall, a library room, a restaurant private room, or a home or backyard with a clear rental rule.
What gets a venue removed
- A price that cannot be confirmed when we check it.
- Hidden fees that the venue will not put in writing.
- A request for payment in exchange for a listing or a better position.
Our rule on money
Venues do not pay to appear here. Where a venue link earns us a commission, it will be labeled on the page and explained on How we earn.
Selection criteria reviewed: 2026.