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The wedding reception is where the party really starts. It’s where you and your guests will celebrate your “I dos” with drinking, dancing, mixing and mingling. Find out how to choose the best venue for you, how to decorate it, and of course, how to choose the menu.

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Lynnie
Finish The Sentence: My wedding playlist must include _____!
Lynnie, On September 2, 2019 at 09:05

What are your top song requests for your wedding reception? Is there a specific artist or genre that dominates your 'must play' list? 🎵 Finish the sentence! Next Question: We’re definitely skipping...

Brittani, tuesday 22-Oct-19 25 144
Liga
Do you have Evening surprise for your guests....
Liga, On October 17, 2019 at 21:56

Do you have Evening surprise for your guests.... I have booked a Brazilian dancer show. I ordered two girl show. Since place is not too big. They will make amazing dance with colorful Brazilian...

Vinod, saturday 19-Oct-19 7 114
Jean-Luc
Venue & pricing changes + paying before the wedding?
Jean-Luc, On September 3, 2019 at 17:17

Hello all! I'm in a bit of a conundrum and hoping to see what others may think - We saw the venue in early 2018 (Jan-Feb 2018) and were given a pricing guide/their 'wedding package' for the venue...

Bianca, wednesday 16-Oct-19 12 229
Liana
Home Decor or Book - Guestbook Ideas
Liana, On September 24, 2019 at 16:56

I've seen various styles of guest books used as a wall hanging from wooden decor to canvas. I like the idea of repurposing guestbooks to home decor for newlywed but I am not sure how long I would...

Emily, tuesday 15-Oct-19 22 439
Jenna
Cake or no cake?
Jenna, On October 1, 2019 at 20:55

I consider myself a traditional bride, but neither my fiancé or I are cake people. We plan to have a S’mores bar and the caterer is serving dessert with the meal. Should we have a cake made “just for...

Stephanie, wednesday 9-Oct-19 14 146
Becky
Songs for leaving alter and grand entrance at reception!
Becky, On September 11, 2019 at 09:01

My dj asked what songs I would like for leaving alter and grand entrance at the hall. I have no clue! I am horrible with music but wasn't a fan of the ones he suggested. What did you guys all use?

Kelly, tuesday 8-Oct-19 21 1,229
Ashley
Seating Chart (fun)
Ashley, On September 27, 2019 at 12:45

My wedding is still 10 months away but ive done the seating chart for the people we know 1000% are coming. is anyone having fun plopping them around in weddingwire? i put in the dj table and cake...

Kelly, tuesday 8-Oct-19 14 146
Liana
Backdrop needed
Liana, On October 2, 2019 at 13:00

We are getting married at The Glenerin Inn and Spa next year and planning to have a sweetheart table. The headtable placement would be infront of an extra door and sign. Rhe venue supplies the curtain...

Emily, tuesday 8-Oct-19 6 149
Renee
Need some ideas
Renee, On September 10, 2019 at 18:06

Hello everyone I am looking for ideas to fundraise for the ramainding of our balance of our venue any ideas

Bianca, monday 7-Oct-19 12 153
Sinéad
Will you be doing a grand exit?
Sinéad, On October 3, 2019 at 10:05

Are you hoping your photographer will get some beautiful exit shots, or will you be the ones waving your guests off? What’s your send-off style? Are you planning on doing a grand exit?? Photo by Kate...

Bianca, monday 7-Oct-19 15 128
Joey
10 things you don't want to forget about your reception - Have you invited your officiant?
Joey, On April 8, 2019 at 09:26

Traditional etiquette says that you should invite your officiant to your reception. They may decline, but it's still considered polite to invite them so they can continue to celebrate with you after...

Nelly, saturday 5-Oct-19 37 466
Joey
10 things you don't want to forget about your reception - Have you arranged for vendor meals?
Joey, On April 8, 2019 at 09:27

Your vendors are working hard for you, right through meal time. Have you and your caterer arranged to feed them? Do they each get a choice that you need to collect from them? Does your caterer know...

Nelly, saturday 5-Oct-19 33 195
Joey
10 things you don't want to forget about your reception - Will you give a thank you speech?
Joey, On April 8, 2019 at 09:28

Are you planning to make a speech to your guests? Will you toast to them and thank them for attending? Have you sorted out the details? Who will speak? What will you say? When will the speech happen?...

Nelly, saturday 5-Oct-19 37 238
Joey
10 things you don't want to forget about your reception - How will you greet each guest?
Joey, On April 8, 2019 at 09:29

The age-old reception debate: will you have a receiving line to ensure you can welcome each guest personally, or will you go table-to-table to have your special moment with everyone? How will you...

Nelly, saturday 5-Oct-19 43 718
Joey
10 things you don't want to forget about your reception - Where will your phone be?
Joey, On April 8, 2019 at 09:30

What are you doing with your phone at your reception? Keeping it with you to take pics? Giving it to a relative or member of your wedding party so it's close but not too close? Switching it off and...

Nelly, saturday 5-Oct-19 39 258
Joey
10 things you don't want to forget about your reception - Will you have a toss-bouquet/garter?
Joey, On April 8, 2019 at 09:31

Have you considered getting a toss-bouquet? This is a smaller, sometimes artificial, replica of a bridal bouquet that is easy to toss and safer to catch (no thorns here!). You can also get...

Nelly, saturday 5-Oct-19 30 388
Joey
10 things you don't want to forget about your reception - Where will you place favours?
Joey, On April 8, 2019 at 09:31

If you've planned to have favors, you still have one more decision to make - how will you make sure your guests remember to take their favors home? Will you set each favor on the reception tables?...

Nelly, saturday 5-Oct-19 35 319
Joey
10 things you don't want to forget about your reception - Do you have your cake accessories?
Joey, On April 8, 2019 at 09:33

You've arranged for a cake or desserts, but do you have everything you need to make sure your cake cutting moment goes smoothly? Do you have your cake topper? What will your cake be resting on? Do you...

Nelly, saturday 5-Oct-19 32 154
Alexandra
Bonfire reception
Alexandra, On September 28, 2019 at 22:34

Looking for a bar/open field to have a ceremony and a bonfire reception in the Niagara region any suggestions. Looking to keep it reasonably cheap.

Meaghan, saturday 5-Oct-19 8 109
Bianca
What's your wedding party entrance songs?
Bianca, On May 10, 2019 at 10:28

Hey guys! I'm interested to know what song you choose for your wedding party reception entrance after you're married! Me and my FH are dancing in to Fireball by Pitbull. What's yours?

Michelle, friday 4-Oct-19 32 991
Megan
1st Dance + Father/Daughter + Groom/Mother
Megan, On July 15, 2019 at 12:38

Hey everyone! I have only been to one wedding and I cant remember when they did all the dances. I am wondering if you normally have your father daughter dance right after the first dance or should I...

Nelly, friday 4-Oct-19 10 811
Emilie
Wedding music ideas
Emilie, On March 28, 2017 at 05:33

Hey amazing brides! Whether it's for your Bachelor/ette or getting ready for the wedding, music always sets the tone! This is why it's amazing to share our ideas together so we can add a few to our...

Kathryna, friday 4-Oct-19 6 111
Kyla
Music suggestions for my wedding???
Kyla, On January 31, 2019 at 13:54

Hey Guys!! i'm looking for some music suggestions for the wedding!!

Kathryna, friday 4-Oct-19 6 142
Emma
Elegant, Affordable, Brunch Venue in Toronto?
Emma, On September 23, 2019 at 23:36

Elegant pre-wedding brunch venue for 30ish people in Toronto? That does't cost me my liver?

Cliodhna, friday 4-Oct-19 2 81
Candice
Looking for a food truck.
Candice, On September 11, 2019 at 08:11

Hello, I’m wondering a few things, who here has went the food truck route for catering their wedding? Did it go well timing and getting the food out? Do you have any recommendations for a truck? Our...

Candice, thursday 3-Oct-19 5 99
Sarah
Ugly Chandelier Coverage?
Sarah, On October 2, 2019 at 16:14

Help me! there are several of these Chandeliers in our reception tent that I learned after that i cannot take down! any tips or suggestions to cover it or make it look better would be very much...

Vinod, thursday 3-Oct-19 4 129
Vanessa
Venue Gratuity
Vanessa, On September 13, 2018 at 08:26

How much did you tip your hall if gratuity was NOT included? Mine is not included and "left up to us".

Vanessa, wednesday 2-Oct-19 9 1,052
Joey
Flip Out Or Forget It? - A cringey speech
Joey, On August 26, 2019 at 09:04

Your speeches and toasts are underway, and someone who you invited to speak hits all the "bad wedding speech" faux pas - they tell racy stories, they make rude jokes, they go on and on and on... It's...

Bianca, wednesday 2-Oct-19 19 141
Joey
Flip Out Or Forget It? - DJ plays the wrong song
Joey, On August 26, 2019 at 09:10

It's time for your first dance as a married couple, you take to the dance floor, and -- the wrong song comes on. Flip Out! Your DJ has one job, to play the songs you picked! You're certain the correct...

Bianca, wednesday 2-Oct-19 20 753
Joey
Flip Out Or Forget It? - Last minute menu changes
Joey, On August 26, 2019 at 09:12

You asked on your RSVPs for meal preferences and/or dietary restrictions and allergies. A few days out from the wedding you get a call that a guest needs to change their menu. Maybe they started a new...

Bianca, wednesday 2-Oct-19 23 128
A
Teens Table
Amanda, On September 24, 2019 at 09:19

We will have about 13 kids ages 8 to 15 with most being 13 or older, and I am wondering if we should have a teens table at dinner time? Most are shy but do know each other.. My kids wouldn't mind...

Ashley, tuesday 1-Oct-19 10 922
Joey
Splurge or Save: Entertainment
Joey, On September 9, 2019 at 08:05

Are you pulling out all the stops for a lavish reception with live music, performers, games, and entertainment for your guests to enjoy? Or are you sticking to the basics - good music, good food, and...

Annette, tuesday 1-Oct-19 27 162

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