Guest sitting at table during ceremony?

Wait, didn't I just answer this question? Are there two brides with exactly the same question?

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I have been a guest to a wedding where this occurred. I will say that I had a hard time seeing what was going on at times, but it worked out well overall. This was also a smaller gathering which seemed to make it a little easier. I'm not sure if it would work out as well with a large group.

Do we really need two threads about this on the first page?

This is exactly the same question posted by Ashley, which is still current. I answered that.

Oh, and Melissa -- I'm with you. Lately, I've been shocked by the level of talking that goes on during a processional.

Hi, I'm new to the site. I've commented a few times and posted the other day. I am getting married in June and we are having the ceremony at the same place. We thought of having everyone sitting but I'm sure 1 will stand, then 2 more then everyone will be. I figure they can do what's comfortable.

My ceremony and reception are in the same room, in the same venue. The room will be set up as a ballroom reception venue for the entire evening.

I am going with this setup as well.

I'm not a big fan of this idea. I think it would be harder for people to see and too tempting for people to talk

My ceremony and reception will be in the same room. During cocktail hour, the guests will be outside eating and drinking while we flip the room. Eta: the tables will be set up ahead of time on the side of the room. We just have to move the chairs. Worst case (inclement weather) , we move the chairs while the guests are getting refreshments.

It works!! Just went to a wedding this last weekend that did this. Thought it was diff. Had a little trouble seeing. We were clear in the back corner. But i liked it overall we didnt have to go anywhere right after and that was nice

I attended a wedding where this happened. It worked because it was relatively small (maybe 100 people), but some people had to turn around to see. It was a more casual atmosphere and there was some chatting that occurred during the ceremony - hushed tones, of course. The parents and grandparents of the bride and groom sat in what would have traditionally been the "front row" rather than at a table.

I've been to a wedding like this and people talked the whole time. It was sad!