Friday, April 16, 2010

Inexpensive Reception Venues

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There are many cost effective local wedding venues. The secret is in knowing where to look.
Typically owned by the State and/or Parks Department, they are available for a fraction of what privately owned venues charge.

Heritage Hall
Located in the heart of Kirkland, Heritage Hall’s beautiful columns make a classic backdrop for wedding photos. Wedding ceremonies may be held in the Gazebo in the park across the street or in the private rose garden behind the Hall. Prices start at just $60/hour. For more information visit http://www.ci.kirkland.wa.us/depart/parks/Facility_Rentals/Heritage_Hall.htm

Marina Park Pavilion
Located on the water in downtown Kirkland, the Marina Park Pavilion is a large gazebo. Able to accommodate up to 100 guests, prices start at just $35/hour. For more information, visit http://www.ci.kirkland.wa.us/depart/parks/Facility_Rentals/Marina_Park_Pavilion.htm

Alki Beach Bathhouse
Located right on the beach, the Alki Bathhouse has panoramic views of the water and the Olympic Mountains. With accommodations for up to 100 guests, prices start at only $50/hour. http://www.seattle.gov/parks/Reservations/Alki.htm

Golden Gardens Bathhouse
Located on the sandy beach at Golden Gardens, this Bathhouse has westward views that capture the sunset looking over the water. With accommodations for up to 295 guests prices start at only $150/hour. http://www.seattle.gov/parks/Reservations/GoldenGardens.htm

Point Defiance Rose Garden
The lush gardens at Point Defiance Park offer two wedding ceremony locations, the classic Rose Garden and the Gazebo.
The Rose Garden is available for only $400 and includes seating for up to 100 guests. The Gazebo can accommodate up to 50 guests standing and is also $400.
http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/page.php?id=180

Point Defiance Lodge
Located next to the Point Defiance Rose Garden, the Point Defiance Lodge holds up to 100 guests. http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/page.php?id=178

Point Defiance Pagoda
Located in the Japanese Garden, the Pagoda is a replica of a 17th century Japanese Lodge. To view pictures and more information, visit http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/page.php?id=240

Seymour Conservatory
The Seymour Conservatory is one of only three Victorian-style conservatories on the West Coast.
The Conservatory Gazebo can accommodate up to 100 guests with prices starting at $175/hour. The Conservatory itself holds up to 50 guests with prices beginning at $250/hour.
For more information visit http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/page.php?id=195

Titlow Lodge
This craftsman style manor can accommodate up to 220 guests. Peak-season prices start at only $200/hour. http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/page.php?id=194

For an extensive list of additional government owned venues throughout the Seattle area, please visit http://www.seattle.gov/parks/ceremonies.asp