At Pelazzio Reception Venue in Houston, events with at least 100 guests get 25% off the ballroom rental on Fridays and 35% off on Sundays. The discount works with every package and every event type, including weddings, quinceañeras, birthdays, and corporate events. On a 100-guest Paradise Package, choosing a Sunday instead of a Saturday lowers the final quote from $15,072.73 to $11,496.15, a savings of about $3,577.
The easiest way to save on a wedding or event isn’t cutting the guest list or skipping the photographer. It’s picking the right day.
Saturdays are the most requested date at every venue, so they cost the most. Fridays and Sundays give you the same ballroom, the same package, and the same team, at a lower price. Here’s exactly how Pelazzio’s Friday and Sunday discounts work, what they apply to, and how much you can save, with a real quote.
TL;DR: Pelazzio’s Friday & Sunday Discounts
- Friday: 25% off the rental portion of your package
- Sunday: 35% off the rental portion of your package
- Who qualifies: any event with 100 or more guests, in any package and any event type
- What’s discounted: the ballroom rental portion only, not catering, bar, or other components
- Holidays: if your date falls on a recognized holiday, the discount is halved (12.5% on Fridays, 17.5% on Sundays)
- Real savings: about $3,577 on a 100-guest Paradise Package booked on a Sunday instead of a Saturday
1. How Pelazzio’s Friday and Sunday Discounts Work
| Day | Discount | Holiday Discount | Minimum Guests |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 25% off the rental portion | 12.5% | 100 |
| Sunday | 35% off the rental portion | 17.5% | 100 |
| Saturday | Regular pricing | — | Package minimum |
Who’s eligible: any Pelazzio event with a guaranteed guest count of 100 or more. There are no other restrictions by package or event type. It applies to the Paradise, Signature, and Exclusive Rental packages, and to weddings, quinceañeras, sweet 16s, birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events.
What you keep: your full package. You don’t give up the ballroom, the food, the bar, the DJ, or any inclusions to get the lower price. Only the day changes.
2. What “Rental Portion” Means
Every Pelazzio quote is built from a few parts. The Friday and Sunday discount applies to one of them, the ballroom rental:
| Part of Your Quote | Discounted? |
|---|---|
| Ballroom rental | Yes, 25% (Friday) or 35% (Sunday) |
| Catering and premium bar | No, regular price |
| Damage waiver, security, and cleanup fees | No, regular price |
| Venue service charge and taxes | Recalculated on the lower total, so you save here too |
That last row is a bonus many people miss. Because the service charge and taxes are calculated on your total, a lower rental price also lowers the service charge and taxes. That’s why the final savings in the example below are bigger than the rental discount alone.
3. Real Example: Paradise Package for 100 Guests
Here’s a real Pelazzio quote for our most popular all-inclusive Paradise Package with 100 guests, comparing a regular Saturday with a discounted Friday and Sunday.
| Saturday (Regular) | Friday (25% Off Rental) | Sunday (35% Off Rental) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballroom rental | $8,000.00 | $6,000.00 | $5,200.00 |
| Catering, premium bar, damage waiver, security, and cleanup | $3,800.00 | $3,800.00 | $3,800.00 |
| Venue service charge and taxes (recalculated) | $3,272.73 | $2,718.03 | $2,496.15 |
| Final quote | $15,072.73 | $12,518.03 | $11,496.15 |
| You save | — | $2,554.70 | $3,576.58 |
The takeaway: the same Paradise Package, the same 100 guests, and the same ballroom cost about $3,577 less on a Sunday and about $2,555 less on a Friday. That’s money you can put toward an upgrade, such as a flower wall, a 360 photo booth, or a grand-entrance sparkler moment, or simply keep.
Example quote for illustration. Your final quote depends on your date, ballroom, package, guest count, and add-ons.
4. The Holiday Exception
If your Friday or Sunday falls on a recognized holiday, such as Easter or Thanksgiving weekend, the discount is reduced by half:
| Regular Discount | Holiday Discount | Paradise, 100 Guests: Final Quote | You Save vs. Saturday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Friday | 25% | 12.5% | $13,795.38 | $1,277.35 |
| Holiday Sunday | 35% | 17.5% | $13,284.44 | $1,788.29 |
Even on a holiday, a Friday or Sunday still saves you more than $1,000 on this example. Ask your event specialist which dates count as holidays when you check availability.
5. What “Declaring 100 Guests” Means (and When It Pays Off)
To qualify, your contract needs a guaranteed guest count of at least 100. That’s the number you commit to and are billed for, even if a few guests don’t show up.
If you’re already at 100 or more guests, you qualify automatically. Just pick a Friday or Sunday.
If you’re close to 100, for example, 85 to 95 guests, it can be worth guaranteeing 100. You’ll pay for the extra seats, but the rental discount on a Friday or Sunday may more than cover them. The simplest way to know is to ask for two quotes: one at your real guest count on your preferred day, and one at 100 guests on a Friday or Sunday. Choose whichever total is lower.
Tips for guaranteeing 100 guests:
- Count your guest list realistically. Many events see 75–85% of invited guests attend, so invite enough people to reach your guaranteed number.
- Use the extra seats well: invite plus-ones, coworkers, or extended family you were on the fence about.
- Remember that December Fridays and Saturdays require a 150-guest minimum at Pelazzio, so plan for that if you’re booking a December Friday.
6. Is a Friday or Sunday Event Right for You?
Why couples and families love Fridays and Sundays:
- Lower price: the biggest single way to save on your venue
- Better availability: spring and fall Saturdays fill first, while Fridays and Sundays often have more open dates
- The same experience: same ballroom, same package, same team
- Long weekends: a Sunday before a Monday holiday lets guests celebrate without rushing home, though check whether your specific date counts as a holiday
A few things to plan for:
- Friday evenings: guests may be coming from work and through Houston traffic, so a slightly later start time helps.
- Sunday evenings: guests have work on Monday, so many families plan an earlier start.
- Out-of-town guests: give them plenty of notice so they can arrange time off.
Planning on a tight timeline too? Our last-minute Houston wedding guide covers how to plan in 90 days or less.
7. How to Book Your Friday or Sunday Discount
- Confirm your guest count is 100 or more.
- Pick two or three Friday or Sunday dates, and check whether any fall on a holiday.
- Get a custom quote with our free event quote calculator, or ask an event specialist for a side-by-side comparison of Saturday, Friday, and Sunday.
- Tour the ballrooms to see which room fits your guest count (see our Houston ballroom guide).
- Reserve your date. The discount appears on your quote and contract.
How Pelazzio Makes This Easy
Pelazzio Reception Venue has hosted Houston weddings, quinceañeras, and corporate events for more than 20 years. Our packages are built to keep pricing simple:
- Paradise ($109 per guest): our all-inclusive package, with catering, a premium bar, a custom cake, a DJ and emcee, photography, and upgraded décor
- Signature ($89 per guest): catering, a beer and wine bar, a DJ and emcee, and photography
- Exclusive Rental ($45 per guest): the ballroom and essentials; bring your own vendors
- Customizable: remove what you don’t need or upgrade what you do (see how our packages can be customized)
- Four ballrooms for 50 to 550 guests, free parking for 800 vehicles, private dressing suites, and bilingual staff
- Friday and Sunday savings with any package and any event type, at 100+ guests
Package prices are per guest and exclude tax and service charges. See packages for weddings, quinceañeras, and corporate events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Pelazzio offer discounts for Friday or Sunday events?
Yes. Events with 100 or more guests get 25% off the rental portion on Fridays and 35% off the rental portion on Sundays.
Is it cheaper to get married on a Sunday?
Usually, yes. At Pelazzio, a 100-guest Paradise Package costs about $3,577 less on a Sunday than on a Saturday, because the ballroom rental is 35% off and the service charge and taxes are recalculated on the lower total.
Is it cheaper to get married on a Friday?
Yes. A Friday saves 25% on the rental portion. In our 100-guest Paradise Package example, that’s about $2,555 off the final quote compared with a Saturday.
Does the discount apply to the whole package?
No. It applies only to the ballroom rental portion. Catering, the bar, and fees like damage waiver, security, and cleanup stay at their regular price. The service charge and taxes are recalculated on the discounted total.
What’s the minimum guest count for the discount?
100 guests. Your contract needs a guaranteed guest count of at least 100.
Does the discount work with every package and event type?
Yes. It applies to the Paradise, Signature, and Exclusive Rental packages, and to weddings, quinceañeras, birthdays, and corporate events, as long as you have 100 or more guests.
What happens if my date is a holiday?
The discount is reduced by half: 12.5% off on a holiday Friday and 17.5% off on a holiday Sunday.
What if I have fewer than 100 guests?
You can still book at regular pricing. If you’re close to 100, ask for two quotes, one at your actual guest count and one at 100 guests on a Friday or Sunday, and choose the lower total.
Are there minimums in December?
Yes. Friday and Saturday events in December require a minimum of 150 guests.
Lock In Your Friday or Sunday Savings
Tell us your guest count and the dates you’re considering, and we’ll send a side-by-side quote so you can see exactly how much you’d save. Call (281) 531-0008, email hello@pelazzio.com, get a free quote, or book a tour at 12121 Westheimer Rd, Suite 127, Houston, TX 77077.
