Spotlight: Why Have A Friday Wedding
Omaha Event Group highlights the advantages of a Friday wedding across its iconic Omaha venues.
February 15, 2026
When planning a wedding day, every choice matters - yes, even the small ones no one notices. From choosing the flowers to the songs that play, to how the tables are decorated, everything directly impacts the day. One of the most important choices couples will have to make is when they decide to get married. The day of the week can dramatically affect the overall cost, the availability of vendors, and the amount of time they have to celebrate their big day. While many people tend to pick a Saturday wedding day, more and more couples are finding that having a Friday wedding is just as great, if not better.
At Omaha Event Group and its four wedding locations - The Garden Room, Empire Room, Leo Ballroom, and Omaha Design Center - the team has helped create many couples’ dream wedding days and brought their visions to life. Specializing in weddings, they have seen the benefits of hosting a celebration on a Friday. Their role is to make each wedding day feel magical and stress-free, giving couples a day where they can truly enjoy starting their lives together. Here are some of the reasons they believe getting married on a Friday is the best choice.
Friday Wedding? Budget-Friendly
The most compelling argument for getting married on a Friday is saving a significant amount of money. Getting married on a Saturday can pose complications in the planning process: less venue availability, higher venue rental fees, and vendors being busier due to high demand. Fridays tend to have more flexible pricing packages and more availability. This allows couples to maximize their budget and spread it further to add details they might not have been able to include without going over budget.
Choosing to get married on a Friday could end up saving thousands of dollars without compromising the vision for the wedding day. At Omaha Event Group, Friday opportunities help couples save on their venue in order to add all the little things they’ve always dreamed of having.
Vendor Availability and Flexibility
Selecting a Friday wedding date also offers greater vendor availability. As most couples book on Saturdays, the competition to secure preferred vendors can be intense. Choosing to get married on a Friday can alleviate vendor stress and provide more breathing room, resulting in less competition when selecting the perfect lineup of vendors. This offers more flexibility with scheduling and planning every detail. Friday weddings also allow couples to personalize their celebration and work closely with each vendor to make the day spectacular.
