You have a list of things that are supposed to happen at some point, but what happens when? Strong communication with your DJ or band is the key to how smoothly your reception will go. This handy guide will help you plan your reception down to the last detail so you can avoid those embarrassing moments. 6:00 PM (FIRST HOUR): One of the most frustrating things for guests is arriving at a reception and waiting 2-1/2 hours for the wedding party to show up. Of course you may want to drive around in the limo for a bit, celebrating and getting some pictures, but don’t take more than an hour to get to the reception. During this time, have hors d’oeuvres and cocktails available for guests. They’ll be a lot happier waiting if there are food and drinks.
RECEPTION
TIMELINE
7:00 PM (5-10 MINUTES): Introduce the wedding party, the maid of honor/best man and then the bride and groom, in that order. (You should plan this time out with your DJ or band ahead of time – give them a list of names and the song you want playing when you enter.) 7:10 PM (1-1/2 HOURS): Dinner or buffet.
You think you have your whole day planned out, down to the last detail. Then it happens…the wedding par ty is introduced at the reception, followed by cheers, followed by an awkward silence. What happens next? Photo by:
Brighten Photography
8:25 PM (5 MINUTES): Toast by best man and maid of honor (this can come before or after dinner). 8:30 PM (15 MINUTES): Cutting of the cake (some photographers ask that you do this prior to dinner, so check with them). www.neweddingday.com |
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