Running a wedding venue often means wearing all the hats—and some days, they’re all on fire.
When you’re buried in emails, ghosted after tours, stuck on pricing, or wondering if it’s just you — you’re not alone. That’s why we created The Venue Helpline: the call-in podcast where the hotline is buzzing and wedding venue pros get real answers to real problems.
Each episode, we take listener-submitted questions, hot takes, and venue SOS moments, then break them down with smart advice, helpful tools, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re struggling to book better leads, fix your follow-up, or just survive open house season—we’ve got you.
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Running a wedding venue often means wearing all the hats—and some days, they’re all on fire.
When you’re buried in emails, ghosted after tours, stuck on pricing, or wondering if it’s just you — you’re not alone. That’s why we created The Venue Helpline: the call-in podcast where the hotline is buzzing and wedding venue pros get real answers to real problems.
Each episode, we take listener-submitted questions, hot takes, and venue SOS moments, then break them down with smart advice, helpful tools, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re struggling to book better leads, fix your follow-up, or just survive open house season—we’ve got you.
1. Open Bar Drama: Handling Vendors Who Want to Drink at Weddings
The Venue Helpline
6 minutes 29 seconds
2 months ago
1. Open Bar Drama: Handling Vendors Who Want to Drink at Weddings
Should wedding vendors be allowed to drink at weddings? This hot-button issue sparks debate among venues, vendors, and couples—and if you’ve ever dealt with drama around the open bar, you’re not alone.In this episode of The Venue Helpline, we dive into why so many venues enforce strict vendor alcohol policies, the potential risks of allowing vendors to drink, and the headaches that come when couples push back.We’ll share practical tips for setting clear expectations, handling conflicts without ruining relationships, and offering hospitality options that keep everyone happy (and professional).What You’ll Learn:* Why vendor alcohol policies are essential for professionalism and liability protection.* How to communicate your rules without upsetting couples.* Simple hospitality alternatives to keep vendors happy without alcohol.* Strategies to avoid awkward conflicts during the event.Helpful Links: Subscribe for new episodes delivered to your inbox:https://www.venuehelpdesk.com/thevenuehelpline#subscribe (https://www.venuehelpdesk.com/thevenuehelpline#subscribe)Call and leave us your venue frustration: (713) 367-1009Or submit your challenge online: https://www.venuehelpdesk.com/thevenuehelpline (https://www.venuehelpdesk.com/thevenuehelpline)Enjoying The Venue Helpline?Leave us a review on where ever you listen or share this episode with a fellow venue owner!
The Venue Helpline
Running a wedding venue often means wearing all the hats—and some days, they’re all on fire.
When you’re buried in emails, ghosted after tours, stuck on pricing, or wondering if it’s just you — you’re not alone. That’s why we created The Venue Helpline: the call-in podcast where the hotline is buzzing and wedding venue pros get real answers to real problems.
Each episode, we take listener-submitted questions, hot takes, and venue SOS moments, then break them down with smart advice, helpful tools, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re struggling to book better leads, fix your follow-up, or just survive open house season—we’ve got you.
