Popular Wedding Reception Trends

Today's Popular Wedding Reception Activities

Today many couples are veering from the traditional wedding and reception to a more personalized event. As a result, instead of the traditional sit down dinner and dancing, many new trends have evolved for planning wedding reception activities.

Themed weddings and receptions have become increasingly popular, where couples are incorporating their individual personalities, lifestyles and hobbies into their special day. Wedding receptions now include fun activities, games and custom food offerings that give everyone additional memories to take away with them.

Photo Booths

Photo booths are always a hit with the guests. When props and costumes are provided, hilarious photo memories of the big day are right there for the happy couple and guests to share. Such photos offer a marvelous contrast to the photographer's formal wedding portraits, and make great party favors for guests to swap and take home with them.

Food Trucks

Local food truck vendors can be hired to arrive at a pre-appointed time, to serve different types of specialty foods. Anything from tacos, to specialty desserts, to cupcakes decorated with the bride and groom's new monogram, to breakfast foods if the party is planned to run late into the night.

Sno-Cone Station

A Sno-cone station is another great alternative. Sno-cones will not only satisfy the kids and the adults who prefer non-alcoholic refreshments, but a variety of liqueurs can be used to make great alcoholic treats, also. This idea is perfect for outdoor weddings or summer wedding receptions.

Chef's Stations

A chef's station offers guests the option of having a dish prepared especially for them. Specialty salads, soups or even fresh local cuisine make a big impression on guests, and everyone gets exactly what they want to eat.

Dessert Buffet

A dessert buffet lets guests prepare their own sweet treats. You can always go with the traditional ice cream and toppings station, or you can be a little different with a cupcake station. Provide a variety of flavors of cupcakes and icing, along with additional toppings that can be added to each individual's taste. This one is always a big hit with guests.

Casino Games

A fabulous choice for those who like gambling is casino games. Have a black jack table, roulette wheel or dice table. This is a much more sophisticated entertainment venue than traditional board games, or other standard party games.

Wine Tasting

Offering a wine tasting to get the party started is another excellent wedding reception activity. Choose at least three wines and give each guest who participates, a notebook with information about the wines, and a place where they can record their own observations about each wine selection. The notebook (monogramed and dated) is a clever party favor for guests to take home.

These are only a few of the ideas that you might consider to enhance your special day. Be innovative with your ideas and let your own tastes and interests dictate the activities that you choose. You are sure to end the day with once in a lifetime memories to cherish for years to come.