order of events

allmonjoy1

Can anyone run down their order of reception events? Is it customary for the first dance to come right after the introduction of the bridal party? When are the toasts made? bouquet toss? HELP!!

Leah&Christian09

You can really do it however you feel like. Just do what works for you. We did: Introductions B&G first dance Parents' welcome Meal blessing Open buffet Dinner/table visits Parent dances Dance floor opens, open dancing for an hour Toasts Cake cutting Open dancing, 1 hour Tosses Open dancing, 1 hour Final dance B&G exit

esh

its your day so you can really order it how you'd like. But below is pretty much traditional Cocktail Hour Introduction of Bridal Party Introduction of Newlyweds First Dance Mother/son dance Father Daughter Dance Other Specialty Dances Meal Blessing Buffet Opens or First Course is Served (Salad) Bride & Groom Greet Guests Table to table Toasts Bouquet Toss Garter Toss Cake Cutting Open Dance Floor Thank your guests for coming Bride & Groom Exit (shortly before reception ends) Once Guests are on the dance floor, let them dance, do not interrupt them with other activities. Most ppl look forward to the party portion of the reception