11 Creative Wedding Reception Entertainment Ideas
No couple wants their wedding reception to be boring! The party is the part of your wedding day that most guests remember most! You want your guests to have a good time as they celebrate your marriage! There are traditional parts of your wedding reception, such as the dancing and the bouquet toss, but there are so many other ways you can entertain your guests. Check out a few of our favs!
Bounce House
Who doesn’t love to jump in bouncy castles? Rent one of these bad boys for never-ending entertainment! (Some places offer WHITE castles specifically for weddings!)
Flash Mob
Work with your wedding party to plan and coordinate a surprise flash mob. Now that’s one everyone will remember!
Circus Performers
There are so many options here— caricaturists, fire-breathers, ribbon twirlers, magicians, balloon artists, face-painters, or clowns! But beware of your audience when debating fire-breathers or clowns!
Cotton Candy Station
Embrace the fun of cotton candy with mature flavors- caramel apple, chocolate cherry, maple bacon, bubblegum, and more! Plus, it’s sure to keep the kiddos happy!
Karaoke
Nothing goes with an open bar quite like karaoke! Encourage guests to belt their hearts out to their favorite tunes.
Ice Cream Station
For a tasty, do-it-yourself treat, let your guests build their own ice cream sundaes. Provide a variety of toppings, including syrup and candy to let guests of all ages create their own delicious desserts!
Dance-Off
A little competition can add a lot of fun to your reception. Have a specific song during your dance time where everyone can show off their moves. Don’t forget to cheer your guests on!
Backyard Games
If your wedding will be during spring or summer, consider setting up some fun backyard games for guests to play before and during your reception. Ring toss, yard Jenga, bean bag games, and bocce ball are all great ways to keep your guests entertained.
Campfire
If you’re hosting your wedding day in cooler temperatures, consider having a campfire in the evening to warm everyone up! Toast marshmallows, sing songs, and end your wedding reception with a cozy fire.
Fireworks
Want to end your wedding day with a bang? Fireworks make for amazing photos and are a great way to entertain your guests and get a truly memorable send-off.
Board Games
Make different board games available for your guests and their kids to enjoy. Make sure to choose games with minimal pieces, are short, and are easy to play.
Have other suggestions for fun alternate wedding reception activities? We’d love to hear them! Comment below!
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