Small wedding experiences

We had 44 people. It was so much fun. People ate all the food, danced the whole time, drank plenty and had a blast.

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For me I love smaller, cause it just you and your close people having a grand time, jaming out, dancing( cuz when you are with your ride or die group, they already know you and dont judge much when you bang out to pina colada song-true story) , and can let loose! If you go to big, some people are off in the corner getting bored, drama starts cuz one aunt doesnt agree with the other , you have to do introductions, guests are socially likely to be more polite and boring, lil fires everywhere, and you feel like as the host you needs to triple yourself to run a 3 ring circuit. If it's your besties next to you you dont have to worry if everything is perfect, cuz you feel less guilty for mehing their complaints. Examples being that one night you guys both went to that shady food truck with them at 2 am will be brought up if the food isnt great, or that story of the one time you bobby pinned a ripped outfit while just walking around, if the bustle is off. And it will end with Stories, drinks, dancing, messy desserts, fun and laughter, rather than stress, gasps, ect.

We had 52 people and it was amazing. People told us for months it was one of the best weddings they have ever been to. Everyone danced from beginning to end and even carried it to the bar across the street afterward (we had a destination wedding). Good food, music and drinks are what help make the party and of course the people that are there with you. The smaller wedding gives you the ability to really enjoy everybody there. Personally I hate big weddings.

We're looking at doing a smaller (for our families) wedding at about 75 people total. The more we talk about it, the more excited we get! We moved away from both of our families and now live 400 miles away from family in any direction, so we really want to keep things small and intimate with our close family and friends to celebrate just with them since we don't see them often.

Small wedding planning here as well, I have been to big weddings where I've had loads of fun. Being as my wedding will be out of state for all but about 10 of my guests, I want to be able to have time to connect with those who will be making the trip. We are keeping our guest list small to spend as much time with our guests and each other. I think with the right people coming it'll be an interesting mix of young/old and English and Spanish so will shall see.

I've been a guest at many small weddings and they were all enjoyable. The majority were simple church basement cake and punch receptions where guests were thrilled to catch up. Others had a party vibe and people didn't want them to end. Your wedding will be a success either way. It depends if you want a full on party or some very subdued. Either works great and your guests will have fun even with not many people in attendance.

I’m in a very similar boat. We actually just past our original wedding date (5/24/2020) and postponed it to this September. Our original guest size was estimated to be around 170, now we’re not sure how many we’ll be allowed to have. Also maybe 50-75. I know a smaller wedding will feel more intimate, and I’m not sure how much of a “party” we’ll even be allowed to have with potential mask wearing and social distancing. But I’m definitely concerned about it being too small or not fun. Also having to un-invite people we invited the first time. Very tricky. We’ll see. 🤷🏻‍♀️

I planned to have a renewal ceremony in October 2020 with about 150 people to celebrate our 29th wedding anniversary(30th to be an exotic vacation). Since the pandemic I have rethought the large number and have instead decided to have about 50 close friends and relatives. I am more excited about the small group than I was about the large one. Just like others stated, we will have more one on one time with others and everyone can feel free to be themselves. I am so looking forward to this and know that whatever you decide just make sure that it is what you want. Congratulations.

My best friend had a wedding with 75 people a few years ago. It was a blast!! We all still danced and had a great time. It didn’t feel any less fun or eventful - lots of energy

I myself haven't been to any weddings were there wasn't a party atmosphere big or small because most of my friends are upbeat and we like to have a good time when we finally get together. DJ, open bar will still bring the party together.