rsvp Deadline during covid

If your caterer is ok with that, then i think that's fine but i would clear it with them first to when they need a final count?

I think that when it comes to attending or not attending events, most people are pretty much set in their decisions already. If they feel safe, two weeks probably won't change their mind. Most caterers also require a final headcount two weeks in advance, so I'm not sure that following up would help much anyway.

Definitely check when you need your final count, our caterer wants a count 8/22 for our 9/12 wedding (which seems really early to me). I agree with the PP though that got the most part I think people are going to decide and two weeks won’t change it unless something major happens. I’m concerned about cancellations and no shows because we won’t meet our catering minimum even with all 50 people we are allowed to have at our venue, but what can you do 🤷‍♀️.
I’ve been contemplating sending a message the week before, something like “We are looking forward to celebrating our wedding with you on Saturday! We just wanted to remind everyone that masks are required in Breckenridge (assuming that doesn’t change) and address any questions or concerns. On the day, please contact (name & number) if you need anything. Thanks.”

It really depends on when the venue or caterers expect a final headcount. I would check with them. For me, their deadline is a month prior so I will be doing a week or 2 prior to their deadline just to have that extra time to reach out to those who don't respond by my given date.

To your point, with COVID, things are changing quickly. For this reason I would give your guests as much time as possible to RSVP. Things are looking quite grim currently, so people may not be as inclined to commit where if things do get better, a longer RSVP deadline would likely lead to a higher turnout.

I agree with Anna. Also, to save a little face (& money), we added “please check our wedding website for updates” in case we have to change things up. I don’t know if this helps. But definitely check with your vendors to find out when the final headcount is due. I hate this pandemic & have already had to postpone once. I’m sorry you’re having to go through it too. Best wishes to y’all!

I don’t think that’s too early for rsvp. My caterer needs a count 10 days prior, so I’m thinking at least 2 weeks for myself

I don’t think that’s too early for a response either. We have to give our final count 2 weeks prior to the wedding, and our RSVPs were requested for 3 weeks prior. I have a couple older relatives who already replied yes that I do plan to follow up with at the last minute just to make sure they’re still comfortable. I’m doing that because I did have two people back out of my bridal shower this weekend because they’re too nervous, after saying they were coming. It’s not a big deal for the shower but it would be an issue for the wedding with the per person cost being so much higher so I want to try and manage it the best I can. I’d say stick with your reply by date to help you stay organized in those final weeks!

My rsvp date is a month before my event because of when I have to have final head counts to my venue (who is also the caterer).
Double check your contract and make sure how soon before the event you have to have a final head count.