what does "price per head" usually include when it comes to venues

Thank you for your question - it is a great one - inclusions can largely vary between venues. Common inclusions can be; venue hire, catering, beverages, staff, security.

At Melbourne Zoo we include:

• Canapes on arrival

• 2 courses  

• Menu tasting for bride & groom

• Five hour beverage package

• Artisan bread rolls

• Personalised menus

• White linen for all tables

• Wedding cake cut & served on platters

• Cake knife

• Tea and coffee

• Tea light candles

• Complimentary venue hire

• Dance floor

• Security

• Wedding Coordinator

• Wedding day supervisor

• Staff

I hope this has helped to answer your question, please do not hesitate to ask more!

At Encore, all our event spaces have minimum spends which are priced according to the date, time and number of guests. A minimum spend is the minimum amount to be met on food and beverage to reserve the space. The per head cost is determined by what you choose to offer your guests.

the price include the 2 hours ceremony in the gardens or the chapel, including th echairs , archway decorated with white fabric, signing table with table cloth , and skirting , 

3 selection of Canapes for half an Hour prior to reception 

3 courses sit down meal , or Hot/Cold Buffet or Diamond Cocktail Menu

4.5 Hours of Beverage including Beeer, Wine , Soft Drinks and Juices 

set up of the room including Chair cover, sashes , table runners , center piece , fairy light in the ceiling ,the Bridal Table , the Cake Table and behind the Bridal Table

staff to help on the night

coordinator to stay with you to th eend of the night  

The cost per person usually includes the food component for our venue. Decorations, room hire and beverages are add ons.

We do not charge a Venue Hire Fee, we only charge for food and drinks so if somebody books only finger food, the price per head is for Finger Food Only. Each Function is different as some people want drinks included in the price per head, some want special table and seating decorations included in price per head so it very hard to say whatis included in price per head but in most cases it is either food or food and drinks depending on the amount the customer wants to pay.

This includes food and venue hire, if your unsure you're best off ringing and speaking with the wedding coordinator.

Hi there,

It varies so much  from venue to venue and depending on what package you choice

-Sit down

- cocktail

- Styling

-Beverages

-Ceremony

-Day of the week

-Time of the year

So many things that contribute to what the package maybe or tailored to for each unique wedding.

If you need any further  information please dont hesitate to get in touch- functions@mrhobsons.com.au

As I'm sure you have already realised from your research it really does vary from venue to venue. Our packages are designed to be all inclusive and make things as easy for couples as possible! You will even have an event manager dedicated to you and will happily assist with all of your venue based planning - this includes coordination on the day of both your ceremony and reception.

It is definitely important to read through all package inclusions carefully and make sure you have the costs of any additions and optional extras too. That way you'll know from the get go exactly what's involved and there will no hidden costs that pop up along the way. 

What a great question......

I have found there is no set inclusions for per head price. You are almost never comparing apples with apples.

I would look for

- Venue hire (chairs, tables and linen etc.) 

- Set up/ Staff

- Dinner (buffet or plated meal)

- Canapes for pre reception

- Cake service

- Decorations 

- Beverages

Feel free to contact me if you have more questions - events@theglades.com.au

Ooh now this one is a hard one as it varies soooo much between venues! Traditional wedding venues that offer inclusive packages like ourselves will cover your ceremony space (if desired), food & beverages, table centrepieces, set up of all your bits and pieces (e.g. placecards, bonbonniere etc), chair covers & sashes etc. We also have a package which can cover the wedding cake, DJ, accommodation and more for couples that want a one stop shop. Alternative venues such as wineries, converted warehouses etc. can sometimes just cover the venue space itself - and you have to organise everything (from the furniture, food & beverages, decorations, suppliers and more). Firstly before you start to look at venues, have a think about what you and your partner want for the day and what kind of organisation you want to do in the lead up. Once you have that answer you can narrow down your search and start doing venue inspections. While you are at the venue be sure to get an exact break down of the package, whats included in the price per person and then any "optional extras/add ons"  (e.g. some venues dont include chair covers & sashes in the price per person or they might have a venue hire charge etc) so that you arent surprised down the track. Also be sure to check out what the minimum numbers or minimum spends are. Happy venue hunting!