06/15/2026
📅 WHEN IS YOUR EVENT DATE ACTUALLY RESERVED? 📅
One of the most common misconceptions in the event industry is that a date is secured simply because you’ve inquired, received a quote, or even signed a contract.
At Your Special Day By Shay, LLC, your event date and time are not officially reserved until the required non-refundable retainer payment has been received.
Here’s what you need to know:
❌ Sending an inquiry does not reserve your date.
❌ Having a consultation or discussing your event does not reserve your date.
❌ Receiving a quote does not reserve your date.
❌ Receiving a contract and invoice does not reserve your date.
⏳ Signing a contract places your date in a pending status.
✅ Paying your non-refundable retainer officially reserves your date and time on our calendar.
Please note that pending dates are held for up to five (5) days unless otherwise discussed. If the signed contract and required retainer are not received within that timeframe, the date may be released and made available for other clients.
Payment Terms:
• Events booked more than 30 days in advance require a 25% non-refundable retainer.
• 50% of the remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the event (45 days prior for wedding events).
• Final payment is due 14 days prior to the event date.
• Events booked within 14 days may be subject to a rush fee and require payment in full.
Don’t wait until it’s too late—secure your date early!
Now booking weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, birthdays, graduations, corporate events, retirement celebrations, and more.
✨ Your Special Day By Shay, LLC
Defining Luxury, One Special Day at a Time.
📞 757-535-9676
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🌐 www.yourspecialdaybyshay.com
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