How to Plan a Wedding in Anthem, AZ
Choosing a wedding location and planning a wedding can be stressful and time consuming. However, if you're looking for a wedding location that has beauty, is near a major airport, and is affordable, consider Anthem, Arizona. Located about 30 miles north of Phoenix, this picturesque city is at the base of Daisy Mountain. Out-of-town guests can fly into nearby Sky Harbor Airport and those who drive will find Anthem just five miles north of Interstate 17.
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Set a wedding date. Setting the date is the first thing you should do when planning a wedding. Anthem has a desert climate, so you should consider the weather when choosing your special day. The summer months in Anthem can be very hot, with temperatures reaching into the triple digits, so if you have your heart set on an outdoor wedding, you may want to choose a date in the spring or fall. Also, late summer is monsoon season in Anthem, when you can expect thunder and lightning storms with heavy rainfall.
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Choose your wedding venue. Things to consider include whether you'd like your wedding to include an outdoor or indoor venue, and whether you want to have the ceremony and the wedding reception at the same venue. Anthem Golf and Country Club is a beautiful venue for a wedding. It has two clubhouses, lush lawns for an outdoor wedding ceremony and ballrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing views of the city. Anthem also has a 63-acre community park if you prefer a more casual wedding.
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Apply for a marriage license. According to the Maricopa County Clerk's Office, the fee for a marriage license is $72. To confirm your age and identity, you and your fiance must bring government-issued photo identification to the clerk's office when applying for a marriage license. The clerk's office will issue your license on the day you apply for it. It will be valid for one year, so don't apply too soon if you're planning a long engagement.
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Interview and choose your wedding vendors. For example, if you'll serve food at your wedding, you need to hire a caterer. Schedule a tasting with a local Anthem caterer, like Our Kitchen to Yours, which will work with you to customize a menu and has food options for all budgets. In addition, depending on your budget, consider hiring a florist to construct your bouquets and design centerpieces for your tables.
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Arrange a group rate for your out-of-town guests at The Hampton Inn, which is the only large hotel in Anthem. It's a nice property and an affordable option for those who want to travel to help you celebrate your wedding.
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Tips & Warnings
Consider being flexible with your wedding date. You may fall in love with a wedding venue that has only a few dates available.
References
- Photo Credit wedding celebration image by Warren Millar from Fotolia.com
