9 Tips On Entertaining Guests At Your Wedding

Making sure your wedding guests are having fun is one of the most important elements of a successful wedding. I know a lot about entertaining wedding guests in Cronulla, mainly because it’s my hometown and because I’ve shot so many weddings here. The Southern Highlands is an amazing destination for a wedding due to the spectacular ocean views on offer, but it’s also an ideal location because you can access all of the things you need to pull off a super fun event for your guests. Your wedding day is going to be one of the most special days of your entire life. Why not make it just as memorable for all of your guests too? If you’re looking to throw a celebration that will be talked about for years to come, read on for some tips on how to keep your guests fully entertained at your wedding.

1. Play Live Music

Your number one step in creating an awesome party atmosphere should be to hire a live band or DJ for some amazing Cronulla wedding music. Upbeat and fun dance music is one of the best sources for entertainment because it connects all of your guests. Everyone can feel and see the emotion when it comes to something special like the bride and groom’s first dance - where the music can create an intimate, sweet moment that everyone can share. And then there’s the party music that will unite your guests in a sing-along or a tear-up on the dance floor. A talented DJ or live band can keep the party going for hours with the perfect set list.

2. Find An Emcee With Character

For the best Cronulla wedding entertainment, you’re going to need an emcee with lots of personality and character to keep the party slamming. Your emcee controls the entire vibe of your big day, so make sure to test out a few people ahead of time so that you can find someone who fits the specific tone of what you want for your wedding. Anyone who is humorous and can engage with their audience can turn your wedding into a truly exciting party.

3. Rent A Photo Booth

Rent a photo booth in Cronulla and have it available for guests to use during your reception. They are a great addition to an event that can otherwise be quite serious and tradition-based. (Don’t forget to include kooky or crazy props to bring the photos to the next level!) Taking funny photos and acting silly together is a perfect way to lighten the mood. Plus, the best part is that every guest can take the photos (and the memory of your big day) home with them.

4. Put Out Lawn Games

Setting up some lawn games during your reception is another great way to make sure all your wedding guests have a good time. Anything from outdoor chess to croquet can be a super enjoyable form of entertainment and a way for family and friends to connect. This also gives people something fun to do if they’re not big fans of the dance floor.

5. Lay Out A Guest Book

A more meaningful form of entertainment can be having a guest book for your wedding guests in Cronulla to sign. Encourage people to write special messages or draw pictures to help them express their creativity. Then you can bring the book home with you and always have something concrete to remind you of how wonderful your day was and how many special people were there to help you celebrate.

6. Hire Cocktail Waiters

No wedding would be complete without a few cocktails, right? Think of all the fun Tom Cruise had in the ’80s. One way to keep all of your guests happy is to have a few cocktail waiters walking around post-ceremony with trays filled with cocktails and other beverages. Free-flowing alcohol is always a sign that your wedding will be a hit!

7. Provide A Dance Floor

You can’t have an awesome wedding celebration without a killer dance floor. Make sure that your venue has enough space so that everyone can spread out and dance without feeling cramped or uncomfortable. Then your guests will be fully entertained as soon as the tunes start pumping! If your wedding reception is taking place outside, it can be well worth the money to rent a dance floor so your guests can quite literally be dancing in the moonlight

8. Bring Polaroid Cameras

If you want your guests to have a good time, you can also consider leaving at least two or three Polaroid cameras next to the guest book or on every table so that guests can grab them and snap pics of the most memorable and fun moments of your wedding. There’s also the added bonus of guests getting to take home the pics they took to remember how much fun it was to socialise and party with everyone at your wedding.

9. Serve Delicious Food

Above all else, there’s only one absolutely essential part of any wedding - the food! The wedding food in Cronulla is some of the most delicious in the region, so everyone will be in for a treat no matter who’s catering your event. Your wedding celebration will probably be a long day, and not everyone will remember to eat before they arrive. I always advise the bride and groom to have plenty of finger food, platters, and set meals for their guests so that everyone has the energy to get through the entire party. Plus, if people are drinking, they’ll need some food in their stomachs to sober up! Having some delicious food to eat (while not forgetting about cake!) can be one of the best ways to keep your guests happy during your wedding.

Ready to plan your wedding? I’m offering up my photography services for your big day, and I can also help connect you to the important people you’ll need to talk to in order to set up all of the above-mentioned amenities. Contact me right away to get started planning an amazing wedding that your guests will always remember!