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Working With Vendors · 2 posts

Choosing caterers, bands, and photographers — and what an open-vendor venue actually changes about the process.

June 12, 2026 · 3 min read

DJ or Live Band? How to Choose Your Event's Music

The honest trade-offs between a DJ and a live band for weddings and events — cost, energy, space, sound, and the hybrid options in between.

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May 12, 2026 · 3 min read

How to Choose a Caterer for a BYO-Vendor Venue

Open vendor policy? Here's how to find, vet, and book the right caterer — the questions to ask, red flags to watch, and how venue kitchens affect your menu.

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