Well, now that there is a place I can actually talk to local brides, I would love to hear any suggestions for inexpensive (but nice), reception locations. I'm getting married next september, but still haven't found "the place" for or reception. Low budget, so hotels and country clubs are out of the question.
There is a place in Southside called Morning Glory... a nice B&B and I hear it is goregous to have weddings there, can't hold a lot but I hear a nice amount.
Also look into Bella Sera in Canonsburg. They can hold more, but its a nice building amd they just do catering venues.
I actually visited the Morning Glory but they couldn't hold the amount of guests we were inviting. I think the most they can do is 100 but it would really be amazing for a smaller, casual wedding.
Not sure what you mean by low budget (and I'm not in Pittsburgh) but we are doing dinner and open bar for 150 at our country club for about $6000. There is no facility fee - just a food and beverage minimum to close down the club. The food is really reasonablein price considering the quality - because the clubhouse is actually not-for-profit, they just have to pay for the food and the staff - and our chef is fantastic and very willing to work with us on designing hte menu. The bar charges actuals only, and get us 50% off wine by the case from any winery they have a contract with. We are having to do very little decorating, and are even getting colored linens for no extra charge. I originally thought the country club would be a pretty expensive option, but it is actually saving us a ton of money.
hey - i am in the same boat. I have only lived in Pittsburgh for 4 years, so I am not so familiar with everything. I am looking for fall outdoor wedding/reception venues that are inexpensive (and towards the south). I live in 84 PA. any suggestions?
i'm actually having mine in my parents' yard, i think. tent and everything, but in a really classy way. that way i can really personalize the decor and lean on the parents a little more for help ;)
what about the children's museum? or there's a golf club in alcoma that i think has fairly good rates?
My finace and I went to look at the Mayernick Center. Its really nice if you're interested in a park-like setting. The Center itself is a log cabin and there is an outdoor pavillion available too. I wouldn't say it is really cheap considering there is a facility rental fee on top of the catering costs. You'd probably be better off with a hotel that's all inclusive! The Sheraton Four-Points in Cranberry is really nice if you are in the North Hills area.
The Union Project in Highland park has gotten more expensive lately, but it's a little less expensive or the same price as the Mayernick Center, depending on the pacakge you select. It's been newly remodeled and looks great. I think you still have the option to bring in your own catering, which will save you a ton of money.
Well, now that there is a place I can actually talk to local brides, I would love to hear any suggestions for inexpensive (but nice), reception locations. I'm getting married next september, but still haven't found "the place" for or reception. Low budget, so hotels and country clubs are out of the question.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
posted by soontobeathurnher 14 posts 6 months agohow many people do you plan to have?
There is a place in Southside called Morning Glory... a nice B&B and I hear it is goregous to have weddings there, can't hold a lot but I hear a nice amount.
Also look into Bella Sera in Canonsburg. They can hold more, but its a nice building amd they just do catering venues.
Thats all I can think of
posted by CBC1182 6 posts 6 months agoI actually visited the Morning Glory but they couldn't hold the amount of guests we were inviting. I think the most they can do is 100 but it would really be amazing for a smaller, casual wedding.
posted by DaisyGirl 15 posts 6 months agoBella Sera is uber expensive.
Check out the Mayernik Center http://www.avonworthcommunitypark.org/photos.php?mayernik
Most parks have indoor halls that you can rent for cheap. Scott Park or Boyce park too!
posted by arcadia10 6 posts 6 months agoWe are having around 150-200 people. I am trying to keep it closer to 150, but 2 huge families are making that next to impossible.
My best friend is getting married in november at the Mayernick, so it off the table too, unfortunately.
posted by soontobeathurnher 14 posts 6 months agoNot sure what you mean by low budget (and I'm not in Pittsburgh) but we are doing dinner and open bar for 150 at our country club for about $6000. There is no facility fee - just a food and beverage minimum to close down the club. The food is really reasonablein price considering the quality - because the clubhouse is actually not-for-profit, they just have to pay for the food and the staff - and our chef is fantastic and very willing to work with us on designing hte menu. The bar charges actuals only, and get us 50% off wine by the case from any winery they have a contract with. We are having to do very little decorating, and are even getting colored linens for no extra charge. I originally thought the country club would be a pretty expensive option, but it is actually saving us a ton of money.
posted by suzanno 1,975 posts 6 months agohey - i am in the same boat. I have only lived in Pittsburgh for 4 years, so I am not so familiar with everything. I am looking for fall outdoor wedding/reception venues that are inexpensive (and towards the south). I live in 84 PA. any suggestions?
posted by greenet 2 posts 4 months agoi'm actually having mine in my parents' yard, i think. tent and everything, but in a really classy way. that way i can really personalize the decor and lean on the parents a little more for help ;)
what about the children's museum? or there's a golf club in alcoma that i think has fairly good rates?
posted by sunnyd13 4 posts 3 months agoMy finace and I went to look at the Mayernick Center. Its really nice if you're interested in a park-like setting. The Center itself is a log cabin and there is an outdoor pavillion available too. I wouldn't say it is really cheap considering there is a facility rental fee on top of the catering costs. You'd probably be better off with a hotel that's all inclusive! The Sheraton Four-Points in Cranberry is really nice if you are in the North Hills area.
posted by Wolff2Be 25 posts 2 months agoThe Union Project in Highland park has gotten more expensive lately, but it's a little less expensive or the same price as the Mayernick Center, depending on the pacakge you select. It's been newly remodeled and looks great. I think you still have the option to bring in your own catering, which will save you a ton of money.
posted by lollipop 13 posts 2 months ago