Professional MC or ask a friend??

We had Andre's sisters co-MC. The DJ announced our entrance and then they took it from there. They really enjoyed it. And the MC doesn't have too much work over the evening.

FH asked his brother jokingly if he would MC and he jumped right on it. I know he will do a great job.

We have a friend as the MC. Once speeches are over, his job is over so he can party like everyone else. The MC will announce when we cut the cake late in the evening, but that's it.

I think a friend brings a lot more personal touch to your wedding. A stranger doesn't know your crowd and doesn't know you well enough to make it a memorable evening.

Thanks everyone! I think we will ask our friend. I agree it will add a more personal touch!

Let your DJ do it. seriously. Your friend may know your crowd, but they will know how to lead the evening along. Most DJ's work from behind the DJ booth, and it's fine.

The DJ package we chose includes a DJ and an MC

I am in the same situation. We have a friend of FH they have been knowing one another for years and this friend is actually a comedian we have been to tons of his shows. FH asked him if he knew any MC's and he said "Yeah me" he said have me host your wedding it will be funnier. I am on the fence because I don't want my day to be jokes all evening. So we shall see he has done this before for weddings but I have never attended any so I don't know his style...

If your budget allows it I'd go with hiring through your DJ company. Friends are great but I think MC'in g an event takes quite a bit of experience and I do think you need to be pretty knowledgeable to do it, especially when it comes to weddings. I know I feel a lot more relieved that we will have an MC that is well-versed in keeping everyone dancing and entertained, and overall speaks well.

Our DJ will emcee as well.

My rule of thumb is NO "FRIEND-ORS"!!

Maybe I"m just super type A, but I want someone who I have a contract with and is experienced and commited to making our day amazing! I'm sure your friend will do great, but I think there's peace of mind knowing professionals are taking care of your big day.

Our DJ IS our friend, and also our emcee. He is a professional though, so he knows what he's doing.

If you don't feel comfortable asking why not drop a hint in a personal conversation? Something like "I have a lot of things figured out, just having trouble finding an MC" Maybe they will offer! We got lucky and one of my fs's coworkers offered before we got near that far! Good luck!