What's the Best Season to Get Married on a Budget?

The least popular months to get married are January, March, April, and November. Peak wedding season is May-October, so those months generally have higher venue and vendor prices. December and February are also popular months to capitalize on Christmas and Valentine's Day. If you want to avoid peak prices, try any of the least popular months.

Other Time Considerations:

1. What are the cheapest days to get married? Saturdays are the most popular day for weddings because most guests won't have to request off work. If you want to save additional money on your wedding, think about a Sunday or weekday ceremony.
2. What's the cheapest time to get married? Having your ceremony and reception earlier in the day will save you money on food and alcohol. You could have a small brunch meal for a morning wedding or hors-d'oeuvres for one in the afternoon. 

1. Envision your wedding day. Is your dream wedding an outdoor ceremony or do you have a venue that is a must for your big day? Narrow down potential dates with months that will work for your ideal ceremony.
2. Take the weather into account. When picking a wedding month, consider potential weather for your region. An elegant, outdoor summer wedding can become a sweaty mess if held in the South in July. Also, consider travel and accommodations for out-of-town guests, especially for the winter. You don't want someone special to miss your ceremony because of a weather delay.
3. Rethink holidays. Holiday weddings are popular and can lead to increased costs, but you'll also have to compete with other events for prime venues and vendors. For example, New Year's Eve will see many companies renting locations for parties, leaving fewer choices for a wedding location. Also, consider large events in your area like conferences, conventions, and sporting events. These will limit hotel accommodations for guests and cost them more each night.
4. Consider off-season factors. Certain flowers and foods are in-season for limited months of the year. Some flower arrangements will become extremely expensive out of season, so try to shop local and seasonal if you are flexible. You can also make your own bridal bouquets to fit your budget!
5. Give yourself time to plan. Planning your wedding months in advance will save you on last-minute prices. As BridalGuide says, sacrifices will have to be made for short-notice weddings. Even if you can acquire all the aspects of your dream wedding, you'll have to pay an inflated fee for a rushed timetable.
6. Find a date special for you. If you've already narrowed your wedding to a month or two, you can start looking for dates that are special to the two of you. Common special wedding dates include dating and engagement anniversaries. If the month you chose doesn't have a day special to you, you could also use your wedding to celebrate a loved one or couple by displaying your love in honor of them.
7. Ask important people about the date.  Before booking a venue, ask the important people in your life if they have conflicts with your chosen date. The last thing you want to happen is for a family member or close friend to miss your day because they have a prior engagement.