Reception

Before meeting with the first reception site manager, consider these important factors in determining the venue that is right for your wedding reception.

Size up the wedding sites - use this cheat sheet to weigh the pros and cons of various types of wedding venues.

Come equipped with the questions you need answered before booking your wedding reception.

Book a wedding venue and plan a reception that’s high on style and easy on the purse strings with these tips on saving money on wedding receptions.

You may have been to dozens of weddings, but it’s hard to know what is supposed to happen when at your own wedding reception. Relax; we’ve mapped it out for you so you don’t have to.

Depending on your wedding venue, you may need to supply some, if not all the rental items required to host your wedding reception and serve your guests.  Here is your ultimate wedding rentals checklist

Sure, “green” weddings are all the rage, but you’ll need to go the extra mile to make yours stand apart from the rest.

Browse our guide for unique wedding favors ideas and everything you’ll need to know to present them in style.

Browse our wedding toasts and speeches guide and ensure your words leave a memorable impression.

Print this handy reception workbook for an easy-access, take-anywhere cheat sheet to help you stay organized when planning and booking your reception site. 

Print this handy checklist to help you stay organized and keep track of the items you need to rent for your reception.

Stumped on coming up with a great wedding toast? This gallery of sayings, good wishes, and quotations to incorporate into your toast will help you get started. 

Before your wedding guests put pen to paper, consider these fresh, alternative approaches to your guest book.

Remember: The escort card display is one of the first things your guests see as they enter your wedding reception. Totally “wow” them by employing a few simple design concepts.

Want to do something unique and exciting? Why not get married at dawn and serve breakfast instead of dinner?

Between feuding family, single girlfriends, and guests who don’t speak English, creating the perfect seating chart for your wedding can be a real handful. Here’s a little info to help you on your way.

It’s true: Tapas are trendy and for good reason. Small plates that are big on flavor might be just the thing to take your wedding reception menu from average to exciting.

You set a wedding budget but as those unforeseen costs creep in, you may become dangerously close to exceeding that predetermined amount. We’ve got 10 tips to help you stay true to that all-too-important number.

Jazz up your tablescapes with memorable table numbers or names that guests won’t soon forget.

Rentals are a necessity when planning a large event. Know what’s worth it and what’s not.

Round tables are a classic choice, but maybe it’s time to start thinking outside the traditional circle. There’s no right or wrong here; it’s simply a matter of your venue space and personal preference. Let us help you consider the pros and cons.

Get the party started with your wedding reception music. 

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