When you're planning a large event, like a wedding, you want to be sure that everything will go smoothly because you don't want any disasters to be magnified by the number of guests attending. To ensure you're able to treat all of your guests graciously, and without incident, make sure you consider all the points of attending a party and you can't go wrong.

I try to think of myself attending another social event so I can image what it feels like from their perspective. I'm usually running late, and want to park as close to the event as possible since I'm carrying gifts and may have a few children in tow. I usually have a pretty good clue where I'm going but sometimes addresses are a little funny or the directions aren't as clear as they could be so have clear signs along the way is helpful. I'm also very interested in feeling welcomed by a nice large building that says "this is where I'm supposed to be." Nothing is worse than showing up and wondering if you're at the right place.

Then once I arrive, it would be nice to have a gathering area where I can feel welcomed and meet others without crowding into a small area with people I've never met. Call me crazy but showing up to meet 100 or more people I've never met is not my cup of tea. But I warm up quickly if I'm comfortable.

Of course the right venue will have to accommodate the size of your party and include all of the amenities necessary for the perfect wedding. You'll need a place to meet and gather, a place to have the ceremony (if you're getting married in this location), a place to eat or snack (depending on your plans), and a place to hang-out, form a line, and/or open gifts.

Sometimes creating a kid friendly activity will help keep them busy and relax your guests so they can enjoy your wedding as well. You will need room, usually in view of their parents, for this to work so maybe this is something for you to consider as well. Making the children the center of the party may also work in that all of the activities include them and have a theme about families therefore making your guests feel the most comfortable.

Hiring a caterer or using the facilities catering department is the question of the day when picking the right building. You want to be sure to weigh your options here because one is usually more expensive than the other, but one is much more convenient. Can you guess? On-site catering is usually more expensive and convenient and this can lower your stress level. Neither is bad just be sure you know what you're getting.

Finding space for everyone is the key to finding the right building. Your entertainers, whether they be djs or live musicians, will need somewhere to setup and play and you'll want to be sure they have the room necessary to make this a hit at your party.

Some facilities are just made for your wedding because they match everything else you have planned. Others are perfect because they match your budget or the location is most convenient. No matter the reason you pick it, just be sure you find a way to make it your own.