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Non traditional wedding dancing
Dharmesh, on June 11, 2023 at 3:31 PM

Hey guys, So I’m looking into non traditional wedding dancing as I feel awkward doing a traditional first dance. Is there anyone here that has does this or any recommendations?

Michelle, Jun 11, 2023 1 47
Jenhandlady
Vegetarian (not Vegan) Guests
Jenhandlady, on May 31, 2023 at 10:56 AM

We were planning to do BBQ for our Reception. But I didn't think my 2 friend who are vegetarian would come from out of state...and they are kind of "foodies", she definitely is. I do not want to serve...

Kelly, Jun 9, 2023 9 277
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Cocktail hour Help!!
Katelyn, on June 6, 2023 at 12:11 PM

I need help with items to do for cocktail hour!! - we will be having bbq at our reception! I have no clue what to do for something small and budget friendly. Any suggestions?

Jacks, Jun 6, 2023 3 115
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Question about wedding exit send offs?
Sarah, on June 4, 2023 at 10:17 AM

Hey guys! My fiancé and I are getting married at a church and then the reception is at a different location. We were planning on having bubbles for everyone when we exit the church for a picture, but...

Cece, Jun 5, 2023 3 114
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Question about our wedding song
Madison, on May 19, 2023 at 9:39 AM

Hi all! My fiancée and I are very excited to be getting married in October 2024! I'm a bit conflicted about "our" song and if we should dance to it or not at our wedding. It's "Hopeless Wanderer" by...

Han & Michael, Jun 1, 2023 1 44 1
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Golden Corral Catering?
Shana, on December 20, 2019 at 9:24 PM

Has anyone ever used Golden Corral catering?

Angela, May 31, 2023 4 736
Teresa
S'mores Set on dessert table
Teresa, on May 19, 2023 at 12:15 PM

I have been racking my brain on how to add s'mores to our dessert table. Because it's a saying that my FH and I use when saying I Love You. He will say, " I Love You S'mores" and then I will come back...

Teresa, May 28, 2023 3 112
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Have your families tried to push you into multiple weddings/reception parties?
LM, on May 25, 2023 at 3:04 PM

Some WW couples post that their weddings which they are paying for, will not accommodate all their parents' friends. Thereby, the parents try to persuade the couple into attending more parties, but...

CM, May 27, 2023 2 116
Angeline
Venues and food & beverage minimums!
Angeline, on February 24, 2021 at 2:00 AM

Are these people crazy or is it just me $6000 food and beverage minimum? Seriously?

Gruz, May 25, 2023 92 4,546 2
Tanya
byo Catering.... For 400 people (philadelphia)!
Tanya, on September 13, 2019 at 6:46 PM

I've Googled and searched and yet I can't seem to find anything we like. Does anyone know of any places in the Bucks County/Philadelphia area that allow you to BYO caterer? We found the Hilton hotel,...

Gruz, May 25, 2023 10 895
Autumn
Father/daughter dance in memory of bride’s dad
Autumn, on May 23, 2023 at 11:06 AM

Hey everyone! So my dad passed away 3.5 years ago from COPD and unfortunately will not be there to walk me down the aisle or dance with me for the father daughter dance. My brother will be filling his...

Bonnie, May 24, 2023 6 370
Shaunna
Song help
Shaunna, on May 18, 2023 at 9:51 PM

Hi! My friend is getting married in June. Instead of having one song for the bridal party, she is going to have one song playing while the bridesmaids come out together and then one song for the...

Lara, May 22, 2023 3 97
Ashley
Band recommendations for Austin, tx area
Ashley, on May 17, 2023 at 11:12 AM

Hello everyone! I am getting married in Dripping Springs, TX this December and am searching for a band! I am interested in some classic tunes, '80s music like ZZ Top, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Journey, Tom...

Ashley, May 17, 2023 2 97
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Couple, cake, and grooms table in one?
Kk1304, on May 15, 2023 at 6:58 PM

This table is huge and heavy duty, so hard to move but can be. My guest tables are round. I can either use this as a guest table as well, or like I recently thought of, use it as a sweetheart in the...

LM, May 17, 2023 5 104
Michelle
Children’s meal options
Michelle, on May 12, 2023 at 6:49 PM

What did/will you serve to the 12 and under crowd? Are you going for basic chicken fingers, providing a second choice for them or serving whatever adults eat? How detailed are you going with that on...

MJ, May 16, 2023 5 127
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Bride and Groom want Different Themes!
Clarissa, on May 15, 2023 at 6:36 PM

Hi All, I am the MOB and was blessed to have been given the gift of planning our daughter's wedding reception. They're having an intimate ceremony at the Catholic Church they attend. My daughter had...

Clarissa, May 15, 2023 8 165
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Only child at reception
Cara, on May 2, 2023 at 10:33 PM

Need some advice, we are getting married the night of May 20th. My fiancé has a 9 year old daughter who is the flower girl. Last night I was told by my fiancé that his daughter will probably need his...

Jasmine S., May 15, 2023 8 230
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Decision about no alcohol at wedding is causing issues! Help!
Jenna, on April 29, 2023 at 9:33 AM

I’m getting married in June of this year. My fiancé and I originally agreed to not have alcohol at our wedding. We felt it was unnecessary since neither of us will be drinking and avoid the extra cost...

Sagan, May 15, 2023 20 916
Morgan
Ideas
Morgan, on May 2, 2023 at 6:23 PM

So im having a tough time deciding what to do for cocktail hour besides drinks of course. I don't have the budget for apps so what should I do for the guests while pictures are being taken?

Nicole, May 15, 2023 14 390
Angel
Seating Chart Yes or No???
Angel, on May 12, 2023 at 10:31 PM

Thoughts? as of right now I was going with no. I'm hoping most will be up and dancing. we were gonna reserve the near by tables but everyone else could sit where they pleased.

Michelle, May 13, 2023 6 146
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