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Your wedding day is a marathon, not a sprint. For many couples, the day starts early - sometimes as early as 6 AM for hair, makeup, and final preparations - and doesn’t end until well past midnight. That’s nearly 20 hours of celebrations! With such a long day, keeping guests entertained can help maintain energy levels and make your wedding even more memorable.
While some guests may be content with good company, conversation, and a few drinks, adding entertainment options can elevate the atmosphere and create special moments that will be talked about for years. Whether you’re looking for something extravagant or just a few simple ways to enhance the experience, there’s something for everyone.
Daytime Entertainment Ideas
Live Music
Singing Waiters – A surprise act where the waiters suddenly burst into song, shocking and delighting your guests.
Acoustic/Solo Singer – A more intimate musical choice, perfect for setting a romantic ambiance during your drinks reception or meal.
Steel Drum Band – Ideal for summer weddings, a steel drum band brings a fun, tropical vibe to your day.
Cocktail Hour DJ – a curated setlist of Ibiza-style tunes, seamlessly mixed. Find out more about my package here. And of course, a DJ can perform an evening set too, which is a very popular option for weddings!
String Quartet – Adds an elegant and timeless touch to your wedding ceremony or drinks reception.
Harpist – A sophisticated and soothing choice for background music.
Interactive Performers
Magician – A close-up magician can wander around during the reception, performing tricks and keeping guests entertained while they wait for food or speeches.
Saxophonist/Drummer – A saxophonist or percussionist can add flair to your wedding, playing alongside background music or leading a mini parade. A saxophonist is also a great (and very popular) addition to your evening party, alongside a DJ!
Pianist – Perfect for creating a classy and sophisticated mood, especially during your drinks reception or wedding breakfast.
Caricaturist – A great icebreaker, providing guests with a fun and personal keepsake of your wedding.
Wedding Host/Toastmaster – A charismatic host can keep the energy up and ensure the day runs smoothly, adding humour and fun.
Comedian – If laughter is high on your priority list, a comedian can add a unique twist to the wedding speeches.
Living Statues – Artists dressed as statues that suddenly come to life, delighting and surprising guests.
Puppet Show – A whimsical touch, especially great for children.
Fun and Games
Garden Games – Giant Jenga, chess, adventure golf, and horseshoe tossing are perfect for outdoor weddings, giving guests something to do between events.
Wedding Trivia Quiz – Hosted during the wedding breakfast, each table works as a team to answer questions on the happy couple.
Face Painting & Colouring Stations for Kids – Keeping the little ones entertained ensures a stress-free time for parents.
Treasure Hunt & Photo Scavenger Hunt – A brilliant way to get guests moving and interacting.
Challenge Game (Complete 10 Challenges Throughout the Day) – Create a fun list of tasks for guests to complete, such as taking a selfie with the bride or dancing with the oldest guest.
Pass the Parcel – A nostalgic game that can be played during the meal or in between speeches.
Axe Throwing – For the more adventurous couples, axe throwing adds a thrilling edge to your wedding activities.
Prosecco Pong – A classy take on beer pong, perfect for a cocktail hour activity.
Wheel of Fun – A spinning wheel with various dares, challenges, or prizes for guests to enjoy.
Escape Room Challenge – Set up a small escape room-style challenge for guests to work together and solve puzzles.
Arcade Games – Retro arcade machines can be a fantastic hit, bringing nostalgia and fun.
Build Your Own Lego Character – lets guests create custom LEGO figures as a fun, interactive activity and a unique keepsake.
Unique Touches
Personalised Crackers for Wedding Breakfast Tables – A festive and interactive way to add an extra element of fun to the meal.
Donut/Crisp Wall – A quirky snack station that adds a decorative touch.
Unusual Guest Book – Think fingerprint trees, polaroid guest books, or video messages. A popular version is an audio guestbook, which lets guests leave voice messages instead of written notes, creating a unique and personal keepsake for the couple.
Date Ideas Box – Guests can leave fun and unique date night suggestions for the newlyweds.
Pinata – A playful way to celebrate, especially fun for outdoor weddings.
Sparklers – A beautiful way to involve guests in an evening send-off or first dance moment.
Lawn Croquet or Boules – A charming and traditional game for guests to enjoy at outdoor weddings.
Evening Entertainment Ideas
Spectacular Performances
Band – A live band can set the perfect tone for your evening party. Whether it’s a jazz trio, a covers band, or a folk band, live music always adds elegance and energy.
Dancing on Clouds – A dry ice effect that creates the illusion of dancing on a cloud during your first dance.
Fire Performers – A dramatic and unforgettable entertainment option.
Limbo – A great interactive game that gets guests involved.
Glitter Bar & Glow Sticks – Perfect for creating a festival-style atmosphere as the evening progresses.
Casino – A fun, Vegas-inspired touch that keeps guests entertained.
Fireworks – A grand way to end the night with a bang.
Bouncy Castle – Because weddings should be fun for everyone (adults included!).
Ceilidh & Bagpipes – A high-energy traditional dance that brings everyone together.
LED Robots & Dancers – High-tech, futuristic performers that light up the dance floor.
Food & Drink Stations
Street Food Stalls – A fantastic way to keep the party going with options like wood-fired pizza, burgers, or crepes.
Chocolate Fountain – A classic that never fails to delight.
S’mores Station – Perfect for outdoor or rustic weddings.
Grazing/Dessert Table – A visually stunning and tasty option that keeps guests coming back for more.
Cocktail Making Station – Guests can mix their own custom cocktails.
Alternative Music & Dancing
Silent Disco – A unique way to keep the party going into the early hours without noise restrictions.
Karaoke – Let your guests take centre stage with their favourite tunes.
Roaming Musicians & Barbershop Quartets – A lively and interactive form of entertainment that moves around the venue, engaging guests.
UV Paint Party – Glow-in-the-dark body and face paint for a unique, club-like atmosphere.
Soul Train – Two equal lines to form a walkway in the middle. The person at the back of each line dance up through the centre together and join the front of the line. It makes for some great videos and interesting moves!
You as the Entertainment
Surprise Choreographed First Dance – Wow your guests by turning your first dance into a performance.
Photograph Song (Photo Dash) – After the first dance, an upbeat song is played and the happy couple stays on the dancefloor. The DJ invites groups of guests to come up and have a photo with the happy couple. This makes for some really cool and creative photos by the photographer!
Mr & Mrs Game (Shoe Game) – A hilarious way for guests to see how well you know each other as a couple.
Flash Mob – Get a group of guests involved in a surprise dance performance.
Lip Sync Battle – A fun way to get guests competing in a lighthearted way.
The Wedding VIP Set – You, the newlyweds, grace the decks to spin a few of your favourite tunes!
No matter your style, budget, or vision, adding entertainment to your wedding can make the day even more enjoyable and memorable for everyone involved. Whether you go all-out with fire performers and fireworks or keep it simple with a fun game of limbo, your wedding is your chance to create an experience that reflects you as a couple. So, get creative, think outside the box, and most importantly - have fun!
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