Choosing your wedding venue is the first big decision you will make, and it shapes everything that follows, your date, your budget, your décor and even your guest list.
Start with your guest count. A hall that feels intimate at 200 can feel empty at 120 and cramped at 400. Ask every venue for seated capacity with a dance floor, not just a maximum number.
Next, think about your guests. A central Mississauga location near Highways 401, 407 and 410 makes it easy for family arriving from Brampton, Toronto, Oakville and beyond, and free on-site parking removes a major stress on the day.
Catering matters more than almost anything else. Ask whether the kitchen is in-house, whether halal, vegetarian and vegan menus are available, and whether you can arrange a tasting.
Finally, ask how the venue handles cultural traditions, from a sangeet stage to a church-to-reception timeline. The right team will have done it many times before. [PLACEHOLDER: draft for review]