ILoveMyDVC
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- Aug 24, 2000
It would be a resort restaurant - very few in the parks that we like other than a few at EPCOT.
Yes I don't know why I didn't think of that. We use SOG too sometimes to extend our DVC stays.Yes, any weddings that occur on Disney property are supposed to be arranged through Disney Fairytale Weddings. Technically speaking, they could kick you off property and ban you for trying to have a wedding not arranged through DFTW. That said, OKW is not a site they use for weddings so you may get away with it but I would think long and hard about whether or not you want to risk it.
That said, given both your DD and her DF are active duty military they would qualify for a wedding at Shades of Green on Disney property. I have no military connection at all so I didn't look into it when we planned our DFTW but from what I understand they are much more inexpensive and much more flexible than DFTW is to work with so that may be an option for you.
Keep in mind if you have an ADR inside a park she wouldn't be able to wear her dress if the event isn't coordinated through DFTW.
I would call Disney and see what they would charge to set up a tasteful outdoor wedding at OKW, followed by a dinner/reception in community hall. Olivia's is right there and should be able to handle a nice catered meal. Of course, you'd have to pay for extra servers and so forth. Simple yet tasteful may not break the budget.
I’ve planned many private events at Disney for birthdays. There is so much they can do at a really affordable price. I’ve had birthdays for as little as $300. They have instituted a $1000 minimum this year. Still not bad.
The phone number for Disney Catered Events:
321-939-7278
Excellent link on planning a private event
http://disneytravelbabble.com/how-to/private-party/
I’ve planned many private events at Disney for birthdays. There is so much they can do at a really affordable price. I’ve had birthdays for as little as $300. They have instituted a $1000 minimum this year. Still not bad.
The phone number for Disney Catered Events:
321-939-7278
Excellent link on planning a private event
http://disneytravelbabble.com/how-to/private-party/
I would call Disney and see what they would charge to set up a tasteful outdoor wedding at OKW, followed by a dinner/reception in community hall. Olivia's is right there and should be able to handle a nice catered meal. Of course, you'd have to pay for extra servers and so forth. Simple yet tasteful may not break the budget.
Can’t offer much advice but wanted to say Congrats and good luck planning.
I had checked into SOG for DS's (active duty) wedding, the bottom line package included the venue (the gazebo), officiant, photographer , flowers and cake. I think it was around $2,500.00
They ultimately opted to get married in a mountain cabin in NC, which sounds awesome until the power goes out and you are trying to figure out how to cook dinner for 40 on an outdoor fireplace