The date of your wedding has been on your calendar for months or possibly longer. But now, in the midst of a global pandemic, you’ll need to reschedule due to COVID-19. While the wedding caterer, venue, and all of your vendors should be understanding, pushing back your big day can be unpleasant. The following guide will help you complete the process of rescheduling.

How Should You Postpone Your Wedding?

1. Talk With Your Partner

Before deciding anything, you and your future spouse should have a frank discussion about how to move forward. Discuss priorities, the time of year both of you would prefer to reschedule to, and if there should be any drastic changes. Some couples may not mind downsizing to a few close family members and friends, while others will decide they would rather wait to have their dream ceremony. It’s important to be honest.

2. Look at Your Wedding Insurance Policy

If you took out a wedding insurance policy, now is the time to review it. See if your plan will cover cancellation fees or the costs of postponing. Sometimes policies only cover certain circumstances, such as global health crises, illnesses, and natural disasters. Reach out to your agent to confirm what will be covered.

3. Choose a New Date

Keep in mind that in the midst of this global crisis, many couples are likely in the same boat, and some may have jumped to reschedule before you did. Due to the uncertainty of the pandemic in the future, you will have a limited pool of dates to choose from. Remain flexible and select a date that works best for your desired ceremony.

4. Contact Your Vendors

Contact the venue, wedding caterer, and all other vendors as soon as possible. Check your contracts to review rescheduling and cancellation policies. Each company may be more or less flexible in the current situation, so you’ll want to get clear and absolute answers when you call. 

5. Communicate With Your Guests

The health and safety of you and your guests are important, so they should understand the shift in plans. Let your guests know in a brief message, whether by phone or email when you decide to postpone your wedding. Once the new date and issues with vendors are all sorted out, send out an official statement with all of the relevant information. Keep them notified if any other changes take place.

During these uncertain times, couples can count on Lother’s Catering to help you plan your big day. Serving the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area for over 40 years, this company is a reliable wedding caterer, but can also provide on-site and off-site catering for any occasion. They offer a broad selection of delicious menus for every meal of the day, from cookouts and corporate lunches to hors d’oeuvres and grand buffets. Call (859) 689-4030 to ask about upcoming pickup dates for bridal carry out tastings. Visit them online to browse their various menus.