Wedding reception size

Have you tried cutting out children to reduce the list?

How many does your venue allow? Every state has regulations that the venue must adhere to.


While some may not care, it is considered very rude to have tiers of guests, whether you invite a group after the first has declined to attend or if you invite family only to dinner and friends/acquaintances to dancing afterward.
Decide who you can't imagine spending the day without. Don't invite parents' coworkers or someone of that nature out of peer pressure or obligation. Same goes for relatives. Only invite those you and your fiance want in attendance.

View Quoted Comment Yes due to the location of reception

View Quoted Comment It’s a private ranch

View Quoted Comment It’s a private ranch so

It’s a private ranch so no specific number

View Quoted Comment That doesn't necessarily mean there are no limits. Where I live the gathering ban doesn't currently apply to private residences (although you could be fined for doing something without a permit, and permits aren't available), but it does some places. For example, in Los Angeles, people who have large gatherings can have their water and power shut off, and in Rhode Island, anyone caught at a house party with more than 15 people can be fined $500 each. So really look into the rules in your area.


I think since you're already having this separately from your ceremony, you should just have parties on two separate days. It's less awkward and probably safer than having two parties in a row on one day.

View Quoted Comment Thank you for advice/suggestions