Popcorn Bar

View quoted message I was worried about not being able to make it any in advance so this is a big help. I didn’t think of that. Thanks!

Caramel corn is my absolute favourite and so easy to make. Plus, since the popcorn is coated in sugar, it stays “fresh” longer so can be made in advanced.

View quoted message Thanks for the suggestion. I’ll have to check it out.

Proportioned popcorn is a great idea to have ready for guests to enjoy many varieties. Inquiring Kernel company offers many flavours packaged from sweet to spicy. Something to think about if you do like their popcorn.

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Are you using a popcorn machine or pre-popped bagged popcorn? One thing to keep in mind with a popcorn machine is that it uses a lot of power, more than your typical voltage. You'll have to check with your venue to make sure you don't blow a circuit. Some venues also charge for additional power beyond the standard 12-15amps.

We used bagged for a street festival and went through about six garbage size bags for around 100 people. We individually portioned cups of popcorn with the flavourings per person though. One thing to keep in mind with bagged popcorn vs fresh is that you need some kind of oil spray to coat the popcorn before adding flavours or else, all the powder just falls to the bottom.

View quoted message Good idea! How much popcorn did you have? When I look online I’m finding different amounts per guest. Thanks.

View quoted message Okay thanks. I’ll definitely keep this all in mind!

We had a popcorn cart at our wedding. I loved it!!!


My favourite seasonings for popcorn are dill pickle, white cheddar and salt and vinegar. I’d suggest picking the flavours with lighter coloured powders. Though ketchup flavour is yummy the red powder may end up smudges on dresses

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I would say they had about 3 or 4 of these size bags worth ^ but keep in mind for the Chicago mix style popcorn they bought from Costco. (Guest count was around 200)

They also ran out before everybody could get some... But that could have been for a number of reasons:

1. It was a late night snack/ favour combo

2. Drunk people and late night food does okay - but late night food that is snacking food goes fast

3. Their man food wasn't good at all... like.. at. all. So lots of people didn't eat all of their food on their plates...

View quoted message Yeah we definitely want to make enough for everyone. Do you know roughly how much they made per guest?

View quoted message I never thought about wet wipes! Thank you

View quoted message Those are all great suggestions. Thanks

My Cousin-inlaw had a popcorn bar at her wedding and it was a hit! Only problem they ran into was that they ran out really fast!!!! (so some people didn't get any...)

I can't remember all the types... but I think there was; dill, kettle corn (big hit), Chicago mix, and maybe one or two others. I am personally on team let me season it myself! lol I would have gotten regular popcorn and then also kettle corn and just had the shakers for the regular popcorn.

I love dill pickle myself.


You could have a few shakers of seasonings and toppings like M&Ms. This way you only need to make one kind of popcorn and people make it their own, vs running out of the most popular favor.
I would also have wet wipes on hand so that people in their wedding clothes can clean any butter or salt off their fingers!

In addition to regular popcorn flavours, you can funk it up by using whatever spice mixture. For parties, I've done lemon pepper popcorn, jerk seasoning popcorn, chili powder popcorn, and curry popcorn.


If you're popping fresh popcorn but want sweet options without the goopy sticky mess from drizzled, you can add mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, sprinkles, cinnamon sugar, and butterscotch chips.

This is a great idea! Personally I’m all about white cheddar seasoning. And barbecue and dill. Really any of the movie theatre flavours from back in the day.