Holiday Wedding Guide
A festive reception set-up at 8th&Main
For many people, the holiday season is the most magical and special time of the year. So, it makes sense why holiday weddings are so appealing to some couples. Planning a wedding in December or January is not the most common or traditional way to go about getting married, but we aren’t here to tell you it’s not possible or you shouldn’t plan a wedding for the holiday season. If a winter wonderland wedding is what you and your partner have always dreamed about, this is the guide for you!
An 8th&Main table setting
Give Guests a Bigger Heads Up
For holiday weddings, it is courteous to give family and friends a year or more in advance to arrange their holiday plans to work for your big day. Though, planning a wedding during the holidays is nice because many people have more time off or flexibility with their schedule, it is a good idea to let family and friends know ahead of time.
Lean into the Holiday Theme
Having a wintery wedding can be beneficial when planning. It takes a lot of pressure off picking decor, colors, themes, etc. New Year’s Eve weddings favor black and gold accents, while other December dates come with festive options. Couples can choose a more muted green and red palette, or lean into a full white, winter wonderland. These colors can accent the decor and stationary to make the holiday wedding genuinely feel like an absolute wonderland.
A gorgeous, cold send-off at Mission Theatre taken by Kaylee Hoeflicker Photography
Take Advantage of Christmas Decor Prices
It is no secret that decorating a wedding can increase the overall budget. But, a great advantage to having a holiday wedding is the decor prices. Holiday decorations can be found at great prices, especially when caught at the end of the season. It’s easy to find plenty of garland, wreaths, holly, etc. for great prices that other wedding decor cannot compete with.
Avoid Major Holiday Dates
When planning a holiday wedding, avoid scheduling it for Christmas Eve, Christmas, and any other major holiday dates. Though it would be magical to have an anniversary on a major holiday, it is more considerate to schedule the wedding a few days before or after the major holiday bustle. This way more of your guests will attend and everyone will still be in the holiday spirit. New Year's Eve is sometimes a good alternative date for people who want a true holiday wedding, but do not want to mess with guests’ major holiday plans.
Plan the Honeymoon of Your Dreams
A green and white table setting at Mission Theatre captured by Kaylee Hoeflicker Photography
Another advantage of getting married in the winter around the holidays is the cheaper time of year to travel. During December and early January, there are incredible traveling deals that a holiday couple should take advantage of.
For couples who are set on a cheerful, holiday wedding, it is important to consider all the pros and cons of this unique winter wedding. No doubt, any holiday wedding will have a special feeling of joy and light.