Photo by Elizabeth Lauren Photography
The cocktail hour might seem like a small detail, but it’s actually an important part of tying together the main events of your wedding day. It is all about allowing guests to mix, mingle, and relax. Not only will it tide your guests over until the reception dinner, but it helps everyone — including you! — transition from ceremony mode to party mode. Your cocktail hour doesn’t need to be complicated. All it takes is a little creativity, a little thoughtfulness, and these tips to create an experience you and your guests will love.
FOOD & DRINK
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1. Create interactive food and drink stations.
One way to engage your guests and get the mingling going is to have interactive food and drink stations. This could include anything from a cheese and wine pairing to a side-by-side whiskey tasting to a create-your-own cocktail bar. Interactive stations get guests out of their seats and give them something fun and delicious to try while they wait for the bridal party to arrive. If there will be children at your wedding, make sure to include an interactive element for them, as well, such as adding fruit to sparkling water or creating a mix-and-match snack mix. We recommend you limit yourself to 1-3 stations so that your guests don’t feel overloaded with options and your space doesn’t get too congested. Photo by Amy Fanton Photography
2. Get crafty with your cocktails.
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