Wristbands

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^^^ This. I really don't think the idea that someone ~might~ crash your wedding based on the Second Line isn't a good reason to inconvenience guests.

I would worry about all the things @Spaghetti said. Especially the seating issue. It's discouraging to not have a place to keep your stuff all if you wanna get up and dance or something

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I will put a lot of thought into the wristband idea. Clearly I don't want to offend people, so I will ask around among my guests to get a selected sample.

Like I said, it's not idea, but this is the venue I wanted, and this is what they offer as far as timing and setup. They have weddings all the time so I'm sure guests like it.

I picked this location and city specifically because it is local to many guests, but for others, it's their first time ever in the city. I hate weddings where I drive 7 hours to go to the middle of nowhere, go to a wedding, then turn around and drive home. I specifically wanted a wedding in a destination spot where the wedding would be the main reason to go, but not the only reason. Many guests are spending an entire week there and bringing their whole families. I just don't want people to bring 10 family members to a wedding where they get 2 spots. hence why I wanted some organization.

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"I just don't want people to bring 10 family members to a wedding where they get 2 spots. hence why I wanted some organization."

What does this mean? Are you referring to seats?

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Then do a seating chart?? Are there enough seats for every guest?? THat's organization.. That's what you should be considering doing, not wristbands.

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I visited the venue the other day as they were about to set up for a wedding and spoke to the manager. I specifically asked about assigned seating and she said it was never done. Their tables mainly seat about 4 people, and there is seating available amongst multiple rooms, so it would be crazy. They said I could "assign" a table to family, especially if there is some older folks, so I might consider that.

Since you said people will likely be wearing Mardi Gras type beads because of the NOLA parade - can you order some special beads that can be placed on the guests seats during the ceremony? And then have the officiant announce that the guests need to wear these to get into the reception?

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Not every disability is visible.. Not every young person can stand for 3 hours... There should be a seat for every single guest in attendance. Not select guests.

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I'm referring to invites and bringing a bunch of people to this that I'm not expecting. Like I said, I know of at least one person whose invited with her husband, but they're also using this as a family vacation and bringing a lot of family friends and kids. I'm not as worried about this though.

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FH just called and asked if I could get special beads made instead of wristbands. it will be way more expensive, and lots of people on here are indicating that it's just as bad. So I'm not sure if it's worth it.

I have already ordered a large quantity of other beads for them.

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So there's multiple rooms and the tables mostly seat only 4 people? Um I guess I can see why they don't do assigned tables or seats. IDK personally I wouldn't have booked a place like this. I'm sorry to say that but the venue itself set up in a disorganized manner. I'm sure it's a great venue (you've said they do weddings regularly) however it doesn't provide normal amenities for guest comfort either. Guests enjoy sitting with family and friends. I feel like guests will be forced to try to save their seats while also trying to mingle between rooms and get up to get food/drinks. I probably wouldn't stay long.

I get that guests are making a vacation out of this but bottom line they're coming to town for your wedding and should be provided a really nice evening for making the effort to attend.

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There will be more than enough (about double) the seating for guests, I'm just not having "assigned" seating. People are free to claim seats as they wish, and I'm not forcing anyone to stand.

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Ah thats unfortunate. Personally - I think the wristbands are fine for your scenario, but I wouldn't have anyone with a list at the door of the reception to hand them out - the line would be crazy and guests would be annoyed. I would hand them out someway during the ceremony. Maybe as the guests come in, they can grab one from a bowl or you could have them placed on the seats.

Our venue coordinator checked names at the door. I actually accidentally left off my neighbor and his wife and they came back to the bridal suit to verify. So just give them a list and have them check. They're on the list, they get in. If not they're turned away. No need for stupid wrist bands. It's a wedding. Not a concert/bar event

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The tables are spread through out different rooms so not everyone will be together? I agree I probably wouldn;t have chosen this venue on that fact alone. I went to a wedding recently where the dinner was in one room and the dancing and DJ were in another. It was very inconvenient. Guests had to get up from their seats and leave if they wanted to watch the parent dances or first dance. They also had trouble hearing the DJ and once the bride and groom left if you wanted to stay in your seat and just enjoy the music you did not see them at all.

It made the wedding kind of boring and separate all the older people from the younger or more dancing crowd.

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I'm not sure why you think that this won't be a nice evening, and I'm actually offended that you and others would think that. We are spending a lot of time and money to ensure this is a unique event that people don't want to miss, and will always remember. The guests are coming first and I have an extremely well detailed website outlining all of this. They know exactly what to expect, for how long, the timeline, the food. If people are going to be negative about being invited to a nice event, i would prefer they stay home. I guarantee this will be a lot of fun for everyone that does come, and we are even making plans for it to be fun for those that cannot come, like elderly grandparents.

Didn't read the comments and now I can't edit. Disregard my input. This tew much

View Quoted Comment My DW venue only came with 4 hours of cocktail hour/reception. I added on an hour, but I'm sure a lot of people don't think about it.

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Mine is only 4 hours as well, but we're not adding a 5th hour.

View Quoted Comment Wow I couldn't find packages under six hours. That's crazy! Where were you looking?

Okay OP then why are you here? I'm sorry I offended you, truly. However you came here and asked if anyone had ever seen wristbands used. Everyone (for the most part) said no. We all told you why. I told you MULTIPLE times to let this non-issue go because it's unnecessary. If you aren't willing to be open minded or consider other opinions then don't ask the internet for advice.