Fun Wedding Entertainment To Try!
“We always love learning about new and creative ways of entertaining wedding guests and the couple!”
The reception comes around after the ceremony, and entertainment as arrived in the form of a buffet, dance floor, and DJ — but do you feel like something is missing? Entertainment at a wedding has evolved from just having a reception and DJ. There are so many options nowadays; photo booths, magicians, and even small games you can play for the crowd. While you don’t have to have specific entertainment for your guests, it is a lovely novelty to have, and one less thing to worry about if you’re concerned your guests will be bored. Kids at weddings may need something to keep them distracted for example, but even then it doesn’t seem right to leave the adults out of the fun too! You may have created a specific playlist for your wedding reception, a lovely dancing area and delicious food, but if you still feel like there’s something missing, we’ve got you covered with ideas.
Shoe Game!
This is a classic I’m sure you’ll have seen in loads of videos online. The concept is that the newlyweds sit in chairs back to back with a shoe from each other in their hands, while one of their party (or the DJ on the mic) calls out questions about the couple. It could range from something as simple as “Who is more likely to do the dishes” to “Who is more likely to break a mug and not say anything for weeks”, and the couple have to raise either theirs or their partner’s shoe as an answer. There are a selection of questions online if you can’t think of anything, or even if you just want inspiration! It’s a great way to entertain your guests and involve your DJ in your celebrations.
Live Musicians and bands!
Live music is a great thing to include in your wedding day! There’s a wide range of artists out there to fit your music tastes, from pianists to jazz bands, all ready to give you a show you’ll never forget! Research the many bands in your local area and find out what they can play — do they do original music or mainly covers? What genres do they play? Can they perform a cover of your First Dance song? Do you like the cover of that song? A lot of this comes down to your own personal preference, (not your guest’s!) and with the variety of live music available to people, the possibilities are endless!
Casino Hire!
We don’t mean hiring a casino out as a venue — no we mean bringing the casino to you! Did you know there are entertainment suppliers now that can bring you casino tables and professional croupiers? What better way to bring the fun and excitement of Vegas without your guests actually losing money! A lot of these suppliers give out money-vouchers to your guests instead of your guests spending all their money at the blackjack tables. Just remember to double-check that your supplier has everything you need as well, such as liability insurance, and you’ll be set to have some personal glitz and glamour!
Photo-booths!
If you’re after something unique to have at your wedding and you want to revitalise the nostalgia of a photo-booth, why not hire one? There are loads of photo-booth suppliers available who’ll set up either their booth or magic mirror wherever you like (or discuss with your planner on the proper placement) and even bring along their own props! Let them know what theme you’re going for at your wedding and they’ll bring along everything appropriate for your big day! If you haven’t heard of magic mirrors, then let us be the ones to tell you — they’re amazing! It works like a photo booth, with all the freedom of bringing more loved ones around you and adding extra edits to the finished photo like emojis and stickers. A great novelty to have fun with on your wedding day!
Caricatures!
If you’re stuck for unique entertainment at your wedding, why not hire an artist to draw caricatures of your guests? Research artists in your area supplying their skills to your big day and find out what they can offer you. Perhaps you want them to stay in a section of the room dedicated to entertainment, drawing guests as they line up, or would you like them to wander the room and draw the moments you thought you’d never think to record? If there aren’t any artists in your area specialising in caricatures, you can always look outside the local area. Just be prepared for travelling fees — it’s so worth it to have that special feel to your big day though!
Entertainment isn’t always the first priority in planning a wedding, but we think it’s a great addition to your day. If you’re wondering how to make your day more special and specific to you and your partner, have a look through a directory or catalogue of wedding suppliers and see what jumps out to you. Let us know if you find anything, we always love learning about new and creative ways of entertaining wedding guests and the couple!!
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