Instead of just one day, how about a wedding weekend to really have something to remember! Going from one day into three is a magical and unforgettable way to give guests what they want and extend the romance. From logistics to rounding it off, here’s how you can get started.

Establish a Clear Vision of the Event

The trend of full wedding weekends is exploding as couples look to extend the perfect day into three! However it all hinges on knowing what you want or it can end in disaster. Establish a clear vision for the weekend, from start to finish, including the theme, style and the desired atmosphere. From classic and traditional dancefloor hire to champagne towers, peak entertainment must be part of the plans to keep your guests happy and well-entertained.

Plan Wedding Weekend Logistics

wedding nerves are normal, and around 84% of brides-to-be feel stressed just before and on the wedding day. However, you can do yourself a favour with the right logistics plans. Making plans for ensuring everything goes off without a hitch is the hardest part, but also well worth it:

Provide clear information that details the schedule and requirements for the entire event.
Create a website portal for your event or a private social media group and page.
Arrange transportation for guests who need it, especially guests who don’t or can’t drive.

Host a Friday Night Welcome

After guests have settled into their accommodation, they will probably be eager to begin the festivities. This small but important event can set the tone for the weekend and ease some minds as to what to expect. It also allows guests to mingle a little, get to know each other and relax before the day. A local and popular spot such as a restaurant or pub is the perfect way to throw a pre-wedding bash as your guests chill a little because your special day isn’t far off!

Enjoy a Pre-Wedding Day Tour

After an ice-breaker Friday evening, Saturday can be just what you and any guests need to begin to feel the magic of the occasion. A pre-wedding day tour of the local area will help guests feel like they are enjoying more than a wedding and much more like a holiday. Guests will also appreciate having something to do while awaiting the big day but also keep it optional. Some suggestions include a guided walk, museum visits, and even enjoying local spa facilities.

Hold the Perfect Wedding Weekend Ceremony

Coming up with the perfect wedding weekend plans isn’t easy, but it doesn’t need to be hard, either. There are almost 250,000 weddings each year in the UK, and the ceremony is hinged on it. Taking off to some of the top wedding destinations can offer something a little different than usual, but a local wedding can also be just as magical as any other when planned with care.

Choose a great ceremony place

Where you choose to hold your ceremony can make a massive difference to how you feel on the day. A magical day should include a magical place to capture the love you share.

Hold an elegant reception

Okay, let the fun begin! A reception space must be exciting and elegant at the same time. A fancy ballroom, converted warehouses and barns and even hotels are popular in the UK.

Ensure guests have fun

At the end of the day, you just want the guests to have a great time with no incidents. Decor and photography are expected, but you also need dinner, dancing and of course, the speeches!

Extend the Reception into the Night

Of course, guests usually want to party all day and all night when celebrating a wedding. Ensure there is a place booked where the fun can continue, or it could be an early night with some disappointment. An organised after-party is just what a good wedding needs, and it can also be a little more casual. As a bride or groom, you may also want to change for the party. A stylish place, late-night snacks, and a licensed bar are all that guests need to have a good time.

How About a Farewell Brunch?

So long as there aren’t too many hangovers, a farewell brunch can be just what you and the guests need to cap off the perfect wedding of wedding fun. Quality food and a stylish setting are excellent for talking about how much you enjoyed the weekend and how much fun guests had while attending. Hotels can usually arrange brunch for you, so ensure guests RSVP. However, you can also book tables at a local cafe or a more relaxed space at a stunning local spot.

Round Off the Perfect Wedding Weekend

Despite divorce statistics, there are around 24 million successfully married couples in England and Wales. Each one probably had a great night to remember and was grateful for the guests that attended. So, you can round off the perfect weekend with some small but memorable ideas:

Send each guest a personalised thank you note before leaving for your honeymoon.
Share a link to your online photo gallery so guests can view and download images.
Create a digital memory book with songs that guests can interact with after the event.

Plan and Budget for Everything Needed

A solid plan yields desirable results! This goes without saying, but you must plan and budget for everything mentioned above. Weddings today aren’t cheap, even the cheap ones! Even a budget wedding will set you back quite a bit, and a three-day wedding will cost a lot. However, wedding planning and budgeting means you can account for everything. It is also a good idea to book venues, hospitality and even flights far in advance to beat price rises and interest rates.

Summary

Having a clear vision of what exactly you want will help you pull off the perfect wedding weekend. The ceremony must be elaborate with a great venue, a fun reception and all the activities guests expect. However, it also helps to plan and budget for the three-day event.