Does anyone early weddings anymore?

Question

there was a issue with the reception all, so instead of having the hall from 6p-12p, i have it from 12p-6pm. I was surprised how this made me feel better to have it end earlier. but,i dont want my quest to be dissapointed. i was thinking of inviting those who wanted to a nice , upscale local club near our home with good music to hang out later that evening. is this ok or should i just let everything die down at 6

Answer 1

It doesn't matter what time.  Do what works for you? Your guests shouldn't be disappointed.  If they are that isn't your problem.  I am going to a wedding next month that starts at 3PM.  Don't worry about going to a club with them later in the evening.  You should be spending the evening alone with your new husband.

Answer 2

my wedding ceremony was at 2pm then the reception was immediately following and was over at 8pm.  

Answer 3

I think you should let everything die down.

You are going to be SO TIRED after the wedding and reception. It really takes alot out of you emotionally and physically.

Besides, you are going to want to spend some quiet time with your new husband

Answer 4

Things have certainly changed since I was a girl and the bride and groom could hardly wait to leave the reception and be alone together!

I think that an afternoon dance is a splendid way to celebrate a wedding day, so thumbs up on that. But where do you live? In my area most night clubs don't even unlock the doors until 9 or 10 pm! If die hard party animals want to continue the celebration at another location, that is fine. But to my mind it would look better if this was something that appeared to happen in a casual, spontaneous way rather than being something planned and expected by the bride and groom. You wouldn't want tired guest to feel like you would be disappointed if they chose to go home for the evening, would you? Maybe you can arrange ahead of time for a couple of the attendants to try to make this happen but let it be a surprise when the newlyweds drop in for the second party.

Answer 5

It depends on your personality, most ppl like the long wedding idea, but if your a modern couple the club would be perfect.

Answer 6

My cousin got married last year in a morning ceremony followed by a brunch reception - it was really classy and elegant. Your guests will NOT be disappointed. If you want to organize an evening outing, that's fine, but don't feel obligated to do so. You might decide that you just want to chill out with your new husband after all the guests leave at 6!

Answer 7

Our wedding was at 10AM, and it was all over by 2. It was great, and everyone had the evening to do as they wished. We did go out with a bunch of our guests, but not everyone. I'd just spread the word at your reception if you WANT to go out later, but really, if you choose not to do that, your guests will totally be fine.

Answer 8

I think that is just fine, we got married at 2:30 and had the reception from 3-7.  It worked out perfectly, then you don't have to wait as long to see your husband! :-)  We weren't sure we could go until 6 or 7 at night with out seeing each other on our wedding day!!  

Answer 9

That's a good solution to the reception hall problem.

Answer 10

Our wedding ended at about 5, then we had our close friends and family over for pizza and opened presents.  Then by 8 or 9 we were passed out on the couch watching a movie!  It worked out great for us, I hope it works out for you too!

I think going out after is a great idea, or you could also do what I did!