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Weekday Weddings in Italy: 5 Reasons to choose it and find dream catering

Make it perfect with a Weekday wedding

Already popular in many countries, weekday weddings are quickly becoming one of the most exciting trends in Italian destination weddings. For couples who want to secure the best vendors and enjoy a more relaxed, bespoke experience, choosing to tie the knot midweek—especially in peak season—can be the smartest move you make. In addition to often offering the opportunity to find lower costs while maintaining the highest quality.

Here’s your complete guide to the top 5 advantages of a weekday wedding in Italy, with expert planning, unforgettable catering, and exclusive access to your dream team of vendors.

1. Faster access to top venues and caterers

Italy’s most iconic wedding venues—think Tuscan villas, Amalfi Coast terraces, and Lake Como estates—can be booked up years in advance for weekend dates. Choosing a weekday significantly increases your chances of locking in the venue you love without the stress of long waiting lists or schedule conflicts.

Weekdays also reduce the risk of date overlaps with other events or weddings, giving your celebration the spotlight it deserves—especially important if you’re hoping to get married on a symbolic or meaningful date.

Easier to book and with lower costs

2. Easier booking for dream vendors

Top wedding professional vendors in Italy—caterers, photographers, planners, and floral designers—are often booked solid on weekends throughout the busy spring and summer seasons. With a weekday wedding, calendars open up, and your chances of working with the team you really want increase dramatically. Another factor not to be underestimated is the cost. Weekday dates, in fact, require a lower budget for the same level of services!

Already fallen in love with a menu you tasted in our Glicine Showroom in Sinalunga? Thinking of planning a multi-day event, but weekends are fully booked? A weekday wedding can be your best bet to make sure our Glicine Catering team is available to craft every moment to perfection.

3. Multi-Day celebrations with a relaxed pace

One of the most overlooked perks of a weekday wedding is the ability to extend the experience over multiple days. Many venues and vendors offer special rates or packages for midweek bookings, giving you more time, more flexibility, and a more immersive celebration.
At Glicine Catering, we love guiding couples through multi-day weddings with fully customized services, including:

  • Welcome or Rehearsal Dinner – An informal evening before the big day with cocktails under the stars or a formal sit-down dinner.
  • Tailored Wedding Reception – Every detail, from the menu to the table styling, designed around your style.
  • Farewell Brunch or Light Lunch – The perfect way to say goodbye to guests with good food, great company, and zero rush.

4. A more intimate and personalized atmosphere

Weekday weddings often attract a smaller guest list, but that’s part of the charm. You end up with a celebration that feels more authentic, intimate, and focused on what truly matters.

And don’t worry—those who care will make it work. By giving your guests plenty of notice, they can plan time off or use holidays to be there for your big day. The result? A calm, heartfelt celebration without the pressure of a packed weekend schedule. You’ll have more time to enjoy your guests and truly soak in each moment.

5. More engaged guests & unique experiences

A weekday wedding in Italy can easily turn into a one-of-a-kind getaway for your guests. With a bit of strategic planning—around school breaks, public holidays, or long weekends—you can make it easier for friends and family to attend.

And because your wedding doesn’t follow the “typical Saturday format,” your guests are more likely to be fully present and excited. Especially when the festivities span multiple days and include thoughtful experiences—like wine tastings, guided tours, or lakeside lunches.

At Glicine, we design menus and moments that reflect your love story, with innovative cuisine that brings people together from welcome dinner and cocktail to farewell brunch.