5 Common Wedding Reception Questions

1.) How do I manage my time at the reception? A great way to talk with everyone is to mingle with guests during the cocktail hour, then go from table to table during dinner as husband and wife, spending a few minutes at each table (just make sure you get something to eat realy quick first so you dont faint!).

2.) Where should we sit at the reception? You can either sit at a table with your wedding party and both families, or you can choose to sit at a table for two, just you and him. Either way, make sure you are facing the room and are centrally located so everyone can see you.

3.) Is there a good time to steal time with just the two of us during the reception? Usualy right after the ceremony, while evryone is headed over to the reception for the cocktail hour, is the best time. Then after you have made your entrance and mingled a little with guests, it is acceptable to step out fo the room for a few minutes to enjoy each other before heading back in.

4.) How do I prevent songs that I hate being played if someone requests the song? When you meet with your DJ or band, hand them a list of songs that you absolutely do not want played at the reception, even if someone requests it. Make sure the DJ or band understands this and has the list with them at the reception for quick reference. If someone does request it, the DJ/band can kindly explain to them that you have requested for it to not be played. Your guest should understand.

5.) How can I prevent too many people giving toasts? Have the maid of honor and best man contact the speakers beforehand and make a schedule. At the reception have the DJ or band announce that you and the groom are limiting toasts to make room for more dancing. Then have them start the music immediatley after the father of the bride makes his toast because he is usually the last toast of the night.

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