Do you need extra seats at reception for unexpected guests?

I wouldn’t because you will likely have guests that will be no shows.

Personally I think you plan for the people that responded yes because it’s rude for people to show up unexpected. In my opinion they should feel uncomfortable .

View Quoted Comment Yes! I also agree with this. If you don’t RSVP you don’t really deserve a seat.

We had a DW and did not save any extra seats. Following any last minute cancellations, we notified our coordinator and event manager so they were up-to-date on the exact number we were expecting. We ended up having some no-shows but no extra guests.

I would keep it at 13. No reason to plan for people who say they aren't coming.

There will likely be no shows so even if you have an extra guest, you’ll likely be able to accommodate them without any extra effort.

I’ve never seen someone RSVP no and still
show up. I wouldn’t worry about accommodating them, they’re the ones being rude.

I wouldn't set a table, but it might not be a bad idea to have at least extra chairs if you're really worried someone will show up

If someone doesn't respond or responds with a no then shows up, they do not have the right to be accommodated. I would stick with what you have and if extras show up they may have to stop at McDonald's first.

So I've heard a lot about this. I had a friend who bought extra tables in case that happened and no one unexpected came. however he had to pay for that extra table of food too. I've also heard of cases where there were extra guests and they brought out more tables for them.

I would not. That would probably mean you also have to pay for those plates whether someone showed up or not. Besides, that is extremely rude to show up if you responded no or not at all.

I wouldn't add extra seats. Why accommodate rude people?

Are you having a seating chart? If not, you need to have 20% more seats that guests. If you are having a seating chart, no. People should not be showing that that didn't RSVP, but make sure you follow up with everyone you didn't hear back from if you haven't already.