Creating Unforgettable Experiences for Attendees
Yes, your wedding day is mostly about you and making your union official, but let’s not forget about those that come to watch you seal the deal! Your guests are deserving of an unforgettable experience, that goes beyond watching you say your vows. Putting effort into even the smallest of gestures, can help to emphasize your graciousness and remind them of why being present for your day was all worth it.
Use these helpful ideas to elevate your guest experiences, so that your friends and family can make it a day that they’ll never forget, either.
Include Your Guests
The key to a great guest experience isn’t necessarily a massive budget, but rather an environment that exudes thoughtfulness and entertainment. Whether your event is held locally or in a new destination, your friends and family are still taking the time out of their schedules to be present for you - and what better way to make them feel appreciated, then to allow them play a special role in your day.
While you’re preparing to meet your partner at the altar, let your guests capture the moments you may have missed with disposable cameras. If you’re having a multi-day event, consider handing them out at the welcome party and giving them the task of snapping photos throughout the weekend. Collect them once your event is over and have fun seeing their point of view. For the day of, prop-filled photo booths or guest watercolor portraits are a fun and interactive way to give your guests something to engage in during cocktail hours, the reception, or whenever there might be a bit of idle time.
Share these pictures with your thank you cards or as special party favors, as they serve as memorable keepsakes for both you and them.
Specialty Spirits
Let’s be real - one of the most popular places at your venue is going to be your bar. After all, your guests are there to celebrate and what better way to do so than with a speciality cocktail in hand. Event bars are the perfect opportunity to spruce up a space and create some excitement for your guests, as they wait for the ceremony to commence.
We’re ridding the standard bar scenes by creating innovative and out-of-the-box ideas that are sure to stun everyone in attendance. One of our all-time favorites is the cocktail wall, lined with butlers ready to serve your guests with the drinks of your choice. For a more toned-down option, we’ve created personalized menus that touch the hearts of those that know you best, by replacing cocktail names with customized titles that pull on heart strings and pay homage to your love and friendship.
Cocktail hour is the perfect time to amp up the entertainment and create Instagram-worthy moments for your guests to share.
Exciting Entertainment
Your entertainment options should be based on your own personal style and how you want your guests to finish off the night. If you envision a dance-filled celebration, then consider a live band or dj, while prioritizing dance floor space within your venue. If you’d prefer a more intimate and relaxing setting, with peaceful music, then perhaps a string quartet in the courtyard is the better option.
If music and dancing is less of your forte - not to worry. Again those, live watercolor paintings, custom cigar rolling bar, games, or other enhancements are creative options for your guests to enjoy.
Either way, don’t forget to enhance the space with striking displays, like these band stage designs, so that your guests can be in awe of the beauty while simultaneously having the time of their lives.
VIP-worthy Favors They’ll Love
Finally, thank them for attending your day with personalized favors that they’re sure to love. Take things to the next level by creating gift baskets or special keepsakes that are unique and personal to you, while reminding them of this day. We love including local treats that they can enjoy while they are here, but also a keepsake that they can take home.
If they got an invite, then chances are you know them pretty well, so consider ways to elevate their experience while staying true to your wants and needs. Remember, the gestures don’t have to be grand. It’s just about showing your guests that you appreciate their attendance and friendship.
Need help with bringing guest experience ideas to life? Get in touch today!
