We are not going to have appetizers but late night snacks instead. Our ceremony will be at four and reception starts at 530 at a different location. So there will be plenty of time for people to stop or mother in law offered to host snacks at her place. Do we have to have a full hour cocktail or can we do half-hour or 45 min. And eat around 6. My mom thinks we are crazy for not having appetizers and late night snack but it can get very expensive and thinks shortening cocktail hour is good idea. I have been to lots of weddings without appetizers and we don't need the extra time for pictures.