27 Apr Making Your Reception One to Remember
When people gather for a wedding, the whole point is to congratulate two individuals that have found happiness together and wish them well. We focus on the bride and groom, and rightly so, as they’ve invited us to join them on their special day. But maybe you’re the bride at the drawing board, planning all the details, and you’d like to make it something that your guests will never forget. In exchange for their friendship and support, you want to thank them by having a reception focused on their enjoyment as well.
When it comes to planning a great party, the sky’s the limit as far as the fun things you could do, and it’s super easy to tap into lots of ideas by browsing Pinterest or picking the brain of your wedding planner who does events like this all the time. But, for today, as you’re sitting here reading this article, here are a few ideas that we came up with to make your reception one to remember.
For starters, you can throw in some perks. If your shindig is at the country club, having valet parking is a fun way to make your guests feel swanky as soon as they arrive. Or, if it’s down a road with single-lane traffic going up and down, consider using us to take care of the transportation. Motorcoaches are a great way to shuttle people and will make for less road congestion, too. Simplifying transportation for everyone involved is always a plus. We’d love to help you make your reception one to remember.
Have a program. Some people don’t love sitting through a program (so they can skip out before it starts), but others enjoy hearing more about the couple from those who know them best. It’s a way to make it more personal and allow others to share in the experience. It’s tender to hear from the bride’s father or listen as the maid of honor talks about when she knew her girlfriend was falling in love. Experiences like these are what make us human, and it’s lovely to celebrate these simple, beautiful moments.
Another suggestion? Up the fun. That’s right… come up with some ways to turn on the good times. What about having a photo booth? You know how people have those little strips of sepia photographs taped on their fridges? Maybe it’s them with their kids, their best friend, or from a fun night out with their spouse. The one thread that seems to be consistent is that these photos are almost always fun: people laughing, goofing off, making funny faces. You look at them and feel love. So…why not bring some of that love to the reception and let your friends take home photos that’ll go on their fridge?
Sweet treats. Okay, receptions vary. Sometimes people serve desserts, and other times it’s a full-course dinner. But aside from whatever food you provide, you can add something else. What about creating a candy bar for the children? Have a table that is set up with lots of glass containers of various shapes and sizes that are filled with several varieties of candies. Get some cute paper bags that recall older days (think old-time general stores) and watch the kids’ eyes grow huge when they realize they can choose whatever treat they want. Don’t forget to have someone there to man the table so that it doesn’t quickly become a total disaster zone if kids are left to their own devices!
Music and dancing. There’s nothing like a great DJ and some good tunes to make for a great party. This is an important one, so make sure you do your homework. Talk to people to get some good word-of-mouth references, and get online to see who consistently has great reviews. If you are going for a specific theme, make sure to communicate that to your DJ. Otherwise, if you get a good one, you should be in safe hands. Getting someone that is experienced and great at what they do is a game-changer, so choose wisely.
Lastly, come up with a thoughtful memento that your guests can take home. Whether it’s a small box of fancy chocolate from a local hotspot, a small bouquet of flowers, or complimentary drinks, this is a great way to thank your guests for coming and let them know you love them. There aren’t many days like this one for celebrating, so you definitely want to make it something lovely to remember. If you need help getting your guests from point A to point B, call us! We are Tallahassee’s premiere luxury tour bus provider. You can also learn more by following this link: https://astrotravel.com/destinations/weddings/. We wish you luck as you work on making your reception one to remember!