Weekends are prime wedding days, which means wedding venues and vendors charge a premium. By choosing a weekday wedding, I was able to save a significant chunk of my budget—about $5,000, to be exact. The best part? Many of my guests were able to take a day off work, and those who couldn’t attend totally understood. I was able to book a more exclusive venue and get better rates on everything from catering to flowers. Weekdays might not be traditional, but they sure are budget-friendly, and the wedding day felt just as magical!