Skip to main content

Wedding reception

Join group

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.

2,699
members

Discussions

Order by:
Last comment
  • Messages
  • Visits
  • Last comment
  • Date
  • Unanswered
M
Cost effective meals
Melissa, On March 13, 2017 at 20:23

We are doing our own meals for around 50 people what are the most cost effective meals that will leave people feeling full. This is a backyard wedding

Vinod, thursday 11-Jan-18 5 95
Stephanie
Buffet or sit down
Stephanie, On March 16, 2017 at 19:24

Hey ladies and gents, I was going over my budget recently and rethinking my wedding. We have an idea where we might be going which would need a caterer. I've been thinking against buffet style however...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 10 124
Carolyne
What about the desert
Carolyne, On February 23, 2017 at 00:21

My fiance and I choose to have cupcakes for the guests and have a little cake to be able to do the cake cut. What do you think of that idea? Good or not that much? And in those picture what's your...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 43 230
Leah
Extra meal requests
Leah, On March 21, 2017 at 14:25

We are doing a BBQ potluck reception so we are providing all the meat (Pork loin, burgers and hot dogs). We asked guests to bring a bottle of wine or a side dish to share instead of gifts and so far...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 4 76
Emilie
Buffet, cocktail or plated dinner?
Emilie, On March 22, 2017 at 11:05

Hey brides and grooms! The style of reception you're having is important in choosing the type of catering you'll hire on your big day! What did you choose? Buffet, cocktail or plated dinner? Image:...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 9 102
Emilie
When will be your cake tasting?
Emilie, On March 22, 2017 at 13:05

Hey amazing ladies! It is said that you should have your cake tasting 6 months before your wedding. Will that be your case? Here are a few things to think about before going cake tasting: - Know you...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 9 121
Emilie
Do you know where your guests are going to sit?
Emilie, On March 24, 2017 at 15:05

Hey amazing brides! Have you already started planning your tables? How's that going? Do you know where your guests are going to sit? Image: Pinterest

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 6 66
Emilie
Cascading wedding cake. Like it?
Emilie, On March 25, 2017 at 10:05

Hey brides and grooms! Instead of having a tiered wedding cake, you could have a cascading cake like this How do you like this idea? Cascading cake or traditional cake? *** Image: Pinterest ...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 6 70
Leah
Wedding cakes pricing
Leah, On March 24, 2017 at 12:37

How much are you paying for your cake? We'll have a small cake on top with cupcakes. A friend of mine is doing it and giving us 30% off so the total will be $270. I just found out the price...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 9 166
Emilie
How many chairs will you have at every table?
Emilie, On March 27, 2017 at 14:05

Hey wonderful brides and grooms! Depending on the venue you chose, the size and style of the tables, you will need and be able to place a certain amount of chairs. How many chairs will you have at...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 8 88
Emilie
Cozy Winter Wedding Tables
Emilie, On August 17, 2016 at 14:31

Hey winter brides! Winter is a great season to bring family and friends around the same table in a very cozy setting... maybe next to a fireplace? Here are different ideas of centerpieces for a cozy...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 4 92
Emilie
Holiday Wedding Cake Toppers
Emilie, On December 15, 2016 at 15:05

Ladies and gents Choose your favourite cake topper for a holiday wedding! 1. Gingerbread cake topper 2. Gnomes cake topper 3. NYE cake topper 4. Penguins cake topper 5. Pinecones cake topper 6. Snow...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 7 145
Chelsea
Nye wedding centerpiece ideas
Chelsea, On December 20, 2016 at 15:29

Which of these NYE wedding centerpiece ideas do you like best? I like the idea of having the "Ball drop tower" as centerpieces but they are too tall I think! I am not a huge fan of tall centerpieces! ...

Kristine, wednesday 10-Jan-18 7 1,871
Alexa
Cocktail reception or Buffet reception?
Alexa, On December 5, 2017 at 10:35

Pros and Cons of each? Can't decide which is better? Worried Cocktail Reception will run out of food since small portion sizes but it's $2-$5 cheaper depending on type of cocktail...

Breanne, wednesday 10-Jan-18 7 227
Julie-Ann
Kids meals with Rsvps
Julie-Ann, On January 1, 2018 at 19:41

I am about to mail out my invitations this week. My rsvps all include 3 meal choices but they do not include kids. I will be choosing the meal for the children that will be attending closer to the...

Breanne, wednesday 10-Jan-18 5 99
Kylie
Reception traditions
Kylie, On April 5, 2017 at 22:49

Hi everyone! My husband and I are having a wedding reception for our friends and extended family in June; we eloped in February. I was just wondering what your opinions are on reception traditions....

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 9 119
María
How is your fiance helping with the planning?
María, On December 21, 2016 at 09:05

Hi brides Maybe it's true that brides are more into weddings than grooms but this doesn't mean the groom is not interest with the small wedding details. So....from 1 to 10 how much ir your fiance...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 10 111
Cassandra
First dance
Cassandra, On December 7, 2016 at 08:46

What song will be your first dance? Is there a story behind it, or just like the lyrics?

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 50 496
Leah
Choreography for first dance?
Leah, On April 8, 2017 at 08:05

Are your practicing before? Normal slow dance pr soecial choreography? We have a week to figure things out

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 7 100
Sharon
Awkward venue viewing experiences?
Sharon, On February 23, 2017 at 12:44

My fiance and I had our first venue viewing recently and it was pretty much a disaster. The wedding specialist didn't show up for our appointment and upon further investigation, the entire wedding...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 31 277
Teynaz
Cheap wedding favour ideas
Teynaz, On March 28, 2017 at 23:06

What are some cheap wedding favour ideas that some people have done? My fiance and I are still pondering about whether or not they're necessary.

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 10 189
Seithen
Alcohol or not ?
Seithen, On April 4, 2017 at 12:02

Hi everyone! I know this question can sound a bit weird since in every party alcohol is one of the main drinks but, my fiancé doesn't drink since years ago he got into alcohol problems, we talk about...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 11 160
Zoë
Ways to Entertain Children at Weddings
Zoë, On April 25, 2017 at 04:51

Hey lovely brides-to-be! Here I give you some nice ideas to entertain children at your dream wedding. Invitations for kids, hire Dj for the kids, hire a caterer for kids... Candy Cosy table Rings...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 4 57
Rekramer
Family style dining
Rekramer, On May 1, 2017 at 16:51

Hi All, Anyone attended or considering a wedding that had/will have family style dining? We are considering it because it is much cheaper and also because it is much frendlier and less fussy seeming...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 16 346
Kate
Glitter trees
Kate, On May 3, 2017 at 08:03

Glitter trees I made these for our Reception

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 7 76
Kate
Fairy glow jars
Kate, On May 3, 2017 at 08:06

Fairy Glow Jars . just add the sunshine and they Glow all night long. Thank you gifts for our Guest. The cost was 5$ in total.

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 8 116
Emilie
Modern or Vintage? Centerpieces
Emilie, On October 14, 2016 at 11:25

Hey brides-to-be Here are different ways to decorate your table depending on your style. Tell us which one is your favourite to find out what your style is! Which one do you prefer? A. B. Write up...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 10 94
Kate
Hand made paper carnations
Kate, On May 6, 2017 at 18:44

Handmade carnations for our Centrepieces.

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 6 81
Melissa
Buffet and children
Melissa, On May 9, 2017 at 12:16

We are having a buffet for our wedding, the caterer charges half price for children under 10. my question is: do i need to include any children under 3 who really arent gonna eat a whole plate worth...

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 6 122
Simone
Funny wedding favours
Simone, On April 23, 2017 at 18:36

Hello, Here are some funny wedding favours.

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 11 217
Simone
Tropical beach wedding favours
Simone, On May 5, 2017 at 21:46

Hello, I found some tropical beach wedding favours. Which one is your favorite?

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 19 170
Simone
Unusual wedding favours
Simone, On April 23, 2017 at 18:25

Hello, Here are some unusual but neat wedding favours!

Vinod, wednesday 10-Jan-18 11 163

Groups

WeddingWire Article Topics