Part 1: Choosing the Right Venue for Your Vermont Wedding Welcome and Rehearsal Dinner
Congratulations! You and your fiance have chosen your Vermont wedding location and it’s a perfect fit. But you haven’t forgotten, there’s another event to book!
Most couples choose to host a rehearsal dinner to welcome and thank their wedding party and immediate family after the rehearsal, a day or two before the wedding itself. The Knot says, “a dreamy rehearsal dinner is the perfect way to kick off your weekend.”
Many couples also choose to invite their out-of-town guests to this soiree as well, as a way to thank them for traveling from afar.
A fun twist (and a more affordable option) is to host an intimate meal with the wedding party, then invite out-of-towners to join after for a casual welcome hour with drinks and small bites.
Where to host this meal and welcome cocktail hour? Here are some of bevo’s recommendations for top spots to host your rehearsal dinner:
UVM Alumni House
Looking to impress your guests on their first evening in town? UVM Alumni House is a chance for you and your friends to “enjoy snacks and drinks served from the marble bar and spectacular westerly views of the Hill Section and Lake Champlain.” Sound lovely?
UVM Alumni House is often rented in its entirety for a wedding ceremony and reception. According to Wedding Wire, “This unique venue offers the perfect backdrop for your special day.” However, individual rooms can also be rented for a smaller affair.
“The Silver Pavilion with its large lobby, two-sided gas fireplace and comfortable lounge area for catching up with guests” might be your perfect welcome party venue!
Shelburne Museum
Iconic structures, to-die-for views, and Vermont art and architecture — what’s not to love about Vermont’s most famous museum? With numerous spaces appropriate for hosting a welcome soiree, there’s something for every celebration style at Shelburne Museum.
From the museum website: “You’ve found it: the perfect place to host your event. From the state-of-the-art Pizzagalli Center for Art and Education to the elegant Brick House, rustic Round Barn, steamboat Ticonderoga, and beautiful grounds and gardens, we offer unique settings…dedicated and professional staff, free and ample parking, and proximity to the city of Burlington.”
With years of experience catering both these venues, let bevo take care of the details!
Finally, if you’re looking for an all-in-one venue/catered evening of delicious food, local beer and cocktails, and a beautiful setting, allow us to host your dinner and welcome party at our place!
At bevo
The bevo catering & events venue is an ideal location for your rehearsal dinner. Located right off I-89 in Colchester, bevo is convenient for visitors and is situated near several hotels, just 5 miles from downtown Burlington.
With modern ambiance, the bevo event space has a hip and urban feeling to it with black, silver, and blue décor throughout.
The multi-level space provides flexibility, with a lounge and private bar, a game room and a dining room, which can hold up to 70 seated guests or 100 party guests.
As enthusiastic supporters of many local farms, bevo strives to use as many fresh, local products as possible. We provide unique Vermont fare, cocktails, and professional, courteous service.
Bevo offers full-service wedding catering services featuring farm-to-table food, world-class desserts and professional bartending services at area Vermont venues, our event space, or your location.
Coming soon in Part 2 of this series are 2020 trends in rehearsal dinners, welcome parties and pre-wedding events, as well as more Vermont wedding rehearsal dinner and welcome party venue picks!
