Besides the venue, guests, and vows, one of the most important considerations for a wedding is the date. While summer has traditionally been a favorite season for getting married, fall is becoming equally popular. No matter what season you decide on, there are some dates you should avoid. Here, Manoa Grand Ballroom—a wedding venue in Honolulu, HI—shares the biggest days to steer clear of. 

Top 3 Dates to Avoid for 2018 Weddings

1. Fourth of July

While summer remains the most popular season to get married, there are some weekends and holidays in the June, July, and August time frame that couples should avoid. The most important is the Fourth of July. Many people already have plans for that weekend or will be ambivalent about committing to a wedding during summer's biggest holiday. 

2. Honolulu Marathon

Hawaii's annual 26.2-mile run is one of the largest marathons in the world. Needless to say, it's a huge weekend for the state. This year, the marathon will be held on December 9^th. Most Hawaiian wedding venues will be aware of this calendar conflict and notify potential clients, but mark it in your agenda just in case.

3. Halloween

Halloween, which falls on a Wednesday in 2018, is not necessarily an issue from a scheduling standpoint. The larger concern is the message you’ll be sending to guests about your wedding. Unless you want invitees dressing in costumes or wearing orange outfits, reserve your wedding venue for a few weeks before or after Halloween. 

No matter what day your special event is, Manoa Grand Ballroom offers an ideal space for weddings, conferences, corporate events, and proms. Owned and operated by the same Hawaii family for five generations, they have experience hosting a broad range of celebrations and events. As a result, their staff can plan menus, decorations, and many other event details. Visit the wedding venue’s website to learn more, or call the team directly at (808) 946-6758.