Want a good deal on a banquet room? Rent it on any night besides Friday or Saturday, because that's when everyone wants to rent one. That means the price for those dates will be as much as the market will bear. You're likely to get a much better deal if you book it for midweek.

What’s the difference between a "banquet room" and a "banquet hall"? The terms are often interchangeable, though in many cases a banquet hall is built to host dozens or hundreds of people. Facilities advertised as banquet rooms tend to be cozier.

Banquet rooms tend to offer a wide range of services, so be sure you make certain the one you're interested in can give you everything you need. Some provide only the space for your event; others will provide the food and staff you'll need to pull it off.