Having an outdoor wedding is very romantic, but it can come with a lot of ‘what ifs’, the weather being the main one. There is always a chance that it will rain on your wedding day and you will be forced to move it indoors, but if you have the perfect day with lots of sun, here are some great wedding reception ideas.
Coming
One important thing to consider before choosing a venue is whether or not you will need a tent to host the reception. Having a marquee to host your wedding reception will help you not have to continually spend time in the sun. This can lead to sunburn for the bride and guests. Some guests may not be able to handle a lot of sunlight. Also, having a tent will be a kind of insurance policy if the weather turns bad and it starts to rain. It will also make it easier to keep the cake from melting in the sun. You should also have a backup plan where you can move indoors if necessary in a severe storm.
You should also look at the available parking because you want to make sure your guests have a place to park and don’t have to walk a long distance to get to reception or drive around looking for a place to park. If you have space for parking and such, you can always host the reception in your backyard.
Decor
For an outdoor wedding reception, it’s best to keep the decor to a minimum. When it comes to decoration, let nature do the talking. Complement nature with pieces that will enhance its greatness. Just make sure any dangerous decorations, such as lamps or candles, are kept out of the reach of children. You should also make sure that anything with cables is out of the way so that no one will trip over them. You can use silk flowers instead of real flowers if you want.
Food and drink
The main thing that will determine what you serve is your budget. It can be anything from a full dinner to a snack. It is best to keep it simple, but one thing to remember is that it is true that many judge a wedding by the type of food and drink they serve. For an outdoor wedding reception, you can have a pork roast or a buffet of picnic meals or snacks. If there will be children at the reception, be sure to include foods that satisfy the little ones on the menu.
These are just a few ideas that you can use when planning a wedding reception for an outdoor wedding.
