HOW TO START AND OPERATE AN EVENT VENUE in 2024 - Event space rental business

Today I'm sharing the screen with Venue Owner & Atlanta Elopement Wedding Planner, Bonnie Hawthorne. Where I'm picking Bonnie's brain about the challenges involved in owning and operating a venue and what to look out for before diving into.
Bonnie also shares her #1 tip for having a successful event venue and why even though it's not always glamorous, it can still be rewarding.
If you're thinking about starting a venue or just need some tips on how to get more bookings for your existing venue, Bonnie is definitely the person to check out.
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[@christianceazer]

I got a venue , did over 100 shows in 2 years !

[@renebutler2972]

Wow!! Congratulations... that's amazing. How many ppl does your venue hold if you don't mind me asking?

[@FirstFifteenth]

Congratulations

[@bossgold9534]

Christian Ceazer uou able to help me with a business plan or a somewhat copy of yours?

[@EventCertificate]

Congrats!

[@yetundeosofisan3955]

How can I contact you ?

[@lifetalkwithladyt3385]

This was very informative. She is definitely right about about the codes. I had to do a ton of research before having my first event but I loved it.

[@EventCertificate]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rambow58]

I’ve been looking to start a business and I believe this is where I can make a name for myself

[@EventCertificate]

Good luck!

[@brittneyblaxstone5434]

All the answers are general but I was nice to virtually meet Bonnie. She is inspiration!

[@EventCertificate]

If you connect with her she can provide more details for sure :-)

[@kendsyvincent]

This answered so many questions for me. Thank you for the shared knowledge.

[@EventCertificate]

Happy to hear that! And she just scratched the surface.

[@Marykate.v]

This was extremely helpful information for someone who wants to start out. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@EventCertificate]

Glad it was helpful!

[@larhondah.2793]

I loved how she said having a small venue is not overwhelming and affordable to alot of people. Looking to purchase land in Alabama after my military retirement in 2-3 years. Thanks for sharing and I've already reached out to Bonnie and subscribed to her newsletters and emails 💙💜❤🙏🏿

[@EventCertificate]

Bonnie is amazing!!

[@KayOvercoming]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. She dropped a lot of great gems.

[@EventCertificate]

@@KayOvercoming Happy to help!

[@jerryj.2346]

Excellent Hosting, Interview and Education.

[@EventCertificate]

Hope you learned something!

[@TheLifeofJenelle]

I am currently renting tables, chairs, tents, linen, props, setting up dessert tables for all occasions, and more to afford a venue next year. I have been documenting it on my KZbin channel. It's hard work, but I know it will pay off in the end.

[@EventCertificate]

Sounds great!

[@chancecooper4006]

I own 18 acres, all cleared land. Its 11 miles from North Myrtle Beach SC. I have seriously been thinking about doing a wedding venue business after I retire from the Military in 5 years. Would love to connect with someone about this.

[@EventCertificate]

Bonnie's contact information is listed in the video description

[@gloriamiddleton662]

That would be nice

[@larhondah.2793]

Congrats Chance! We're almost in the same boat. I'm in Alabama and plan to retire from the military in 2 years and want to start a venue out here near the base

[@edwo6648]

Go to the county, check zoning first! Then find out about noise ordinances and I would run a simple test by getting a Db meter, play a stereo at a know Db from the proposed location then drive to your nearest neighbor and take a reading. I would use a starting Db of 120.

[@TheVis21]

I see this comment was a year ago - I'd love to know where you're at with this!

[@melissamorrison9546]

Bonnie is awesome ! Can't wait til I can get my venue she's so informative!

[@EventCertificate]

Can't wait!

[@elisemo6038]

This channel 👌 Such valuable, informative content! I hope to use your services when the timing is right for me!

[@EventCertificate]

I look forward to working with you

[@imnotgonnasay3612]

Thank you for sharing! We currently own a restaurant franchise. A venue business is the next logical step for us. A little more challenging than a restaurant but with even greater rewards! We plan to buy a commercially zoned property since living where you own your business is one of the smartest investments. Subscribed!

[@EventCertificate]

Fantastic!

[@crissbr225]

Thank you for this useful knowledge!

[@EventCertificate]

My pleasure!

[@renebutler2972]

Thank you for this video. So glad I found this. This is timely and much appreciated.

[@EventCertificate]

Be sure to grab the eBook!

[@robertchristensen7669]

Great insights! Thank you for sharing!

[@EventCertificate]

My pleasure!

[@JordanVanDelinder]

Great info thanks Bonnie !

[@EventCertificate]

Glad it was helpful!

[@instaspacestudio3425]

Great video, right on time

[@EventCertificate]

Glad to hear it!

[@The_Jen_Reilly]

This is exactly what I've been looking for!!!

[@EventCertificate]

Amazing!

[@beatricestackhouse8165]

This was so amazing

[@EventCertificate]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@littlebrotherinspires]

Good information, thank you for the insights! God bless!!

[@EventCertificate]

Our pleasure!

[@enzothegift]

This is great. Thank ya sm!

[@EventCertificate]

No problem!!

[@mzreeforeman300]

Thank you for sharing

[@EventCertificate]

Anytime!!

[@sheepdog4959]

AWESOME!

[@EventCertificate]

Glad you think so!

[@i2ceventsandtravel22]

Thank you for this.

[@EventCertificate]

My pleasure!

[@iammattredmond]

Great info

[@EventCertificate]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rentalsetup-makearentalequ6427]

Very useful information

[@EventCertificate]

Glad you liked it

[@Nitalove2145]

Thank you very much

[@EventCertificate]

You are welcome

[@courtneyruiz1805]

I’m debating buying a property and starting a venue.

[@EventCertificate]

Let us know how it goes

[@theodoraseripenah147]

Good to know about the insurance

[@EventCertificate]

So important

[@gretamarshall1583]

Good video would like more tips like start-up cost.

[@EventCertificate]

Try reaching out to her Greta and I'm sure she can offer more details on cost.

[@shaguftanaqvi6932]

Very nice video

[@EventCertificate]

Thanks

[@jensprofessionalservices2975]

I need more info! This was great but I need someone to hold my hand and help me. LOL. Thank you for this.

[@EventCertificate]

Definitely reach out to Bonnie she offers coaching for venue owners

[@bonniehawthorne8606]

I would love to assist you. You may contact me through my website. www.bonnierhawthorne.com

[@andrelleoubel]

Same!!! Like what’s the very first step

[@oneshowoneservant]

🔥landed🔥

[@EventCertificate]

Thanks for watching!

[@sbclaridge]

My parents once looked into this idea for a business, and I'm starting to like the idea too. Not to mention that we already have empty land to build on; it would be a matter of zoning and having the money to build at this point, and whether my family would be willing to do this. The biggest difference between their idea and my idea would be that I'd desire a ballroom-style space with a stage (nothing overly fancy). I have a special place in my heart for the performing arts and I would like something that could also double as a performance venue; this would also make the facility more flexible. I'd probably want to start with the ballroom and stage combination, with restrooms and a small backstage dressing room, but make the facility expandable (upon becoming profitable) and later add an on-site kitchen (though perhaps I need to start with this from the get-go?), group breakout rooms, a more sophisticated lighting/sound/projection system, and perhaps retractable seating (to allow for a more auditorium-style setup for performances).

[@EventCertificate]

Thanks for sharing this. You should definitely setup a call with Bonnie. She would be able to provide more guidance.

[@fullightentertainment8214]

Your smile makes me watch your content daily,wow you always smile

[@EventCertificate]

Some love it and some not so much lol

[@fullightentertainment8214]

@@EventCertificate I like that smile it's so cute and natural,watching from Kenya

[@MhaiDaily]

I didn't know about the alcohol 😲 my family and friends sometimes use my house for bday party or any party.. they bring alcohol or we offer alcohol.. whoaw😓 i need to watch out

[@EventCertificate]

You'd be surprised how many regulations we are not aware of 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@chevellesphotobooth2003]

I love the way she speaks, just speak out about thr process not 💲

[@EventCertificate]

Right?

[@veronicajohnson8176]

I am a wedding consultant/planner. I am insured and I only work with insured vendors.

[@EventCertificate]

Awesome!

[@Livingmiracle_]

Any advice on buying supplies such as tables and chairs?

[@EventCertificate]

Definitely connect with Bonnie

[@DJSTOEK]

🖤

[@EventCertificate]

Thank you for your continued support!

[@JamesJames-pj8fl]

This is more like “tips” on running an event venue not how to start one. Appreciate the video 👍🏽

[@EventCertificate]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@hilariouschannel5472]

You look beautiful by the way

[@EventCertificate]

Oh thank you!

[@stuartbundy6733]

Can you send the link for event space owner on this video?

[@EventCertificate]

www.bonnierhawthorne.com/

[@carlhole-maloney3249]

Hi I'm in the u.k. I've just planned my own charity talent show, and through its success im organising another. How do I move forward with my passion and talent . ? Thanks

[@EventCertificate]

Keep looking for new clients!

[@perzer3177]

How do you create contracts for when your clients pay you? Or if they want a payment plan and when you require a deposit? Do we have to see an attorney for that or can we create our own contract?

[@shanahines7945]

I have the same question

[@EventCertificate]

Have you tried connecting with Bonnie?

[@missiontogetrich2163]

FALLOW neodaviso on Instagram he has a course on this space rental business and a mentorship .

[@Theemichelleyvonne]

@@missiontogetrich2163 I literally just finished it. I had lots of unanswered questions

[@munapaulworld3511]

@@Theemichelleyvonne lol

[@billionairestatus539]

For years I have been utilizing other people's venues to host events for free then right before covid I was supposed to open my own spot then covered head. And I didn't have the money I will find beautiful spaces and never had the funding now I had the funding and now I can't find any spaces especially spaces that are accommodating with pricing because now a lot of people are price gouging which is sad but I'll get one

[@EventCertificate]

Thanks for dropping in!

[@bossgold9534]

Do you know if 1 restroom would be ok for an event space thats 1200 sq ft?

[@EventCertificate]

I would visit Bonnie's website.

[@bonniehawthorne8606]

My venue is 1500 square ft and I have one bathroom and it’s never created a problem.

[@mikalevans1]

What CRM are you using?

[@EventCertificate]

Dubsado

[@mikalevans1]

We have an event venue in Cincinnati. Can I call you tomorrow about your service. I need to turn our clicks into sales . David Gordon [e-mail]

[@EventCertificate]

@@mikalevans1 For sure! Have you tried reaching out to Bonnie?

[@bonniehawthorne8606]

HoneyBook,

[@champkidz7191]

Hello question Thought on retail space half of building and the other half event space Rent event items chairs throne chair rd tables 360 Township wsnts building to be retail

[@EventCertificate]

I would suggest setting up a call with Bonnie. Her information is linked below the video

[@user-bj2ip9wl7w]

Did not find the information for the lady you interviewed.

[@EventCertificate]

Bonnie Hawthorne. Look her up

[@beyondbeautifulwithmia7589]

I wanna own a venue. It could help me have unlimited income for my npo I just dont know how to get the chairs and tables. And building. I wanna get a skoolie and convert it intoan rv to save money on living cost. I was thinking bout starting off with a party bus then raising money for the venue space. I dont know.where to begin

[@GiftedCreativeArtist]

Leasing someone else’s space can be an option, until you can buy your own.

[@EventCertificate]

Have you tried connecting with Bonnie?

[@MariahLashayWay333]

@@GiftedCreativeArtist right ✅ especially in urban areas that people fear looking at...

[@yuricobos7409]

how do I connect with Bonnie

[@EventCertificate]

All her contact information is listed in the description

[@sixstreams1664]

I just wanted to know how to book a venue for an event. Please tell

[@EventCertificate]

Thank you for your continued support!

[@christinasteele3741]

You liable either way if somebody gets in an accident after drinking 😬

[@EventCertificate]

Yup