Do You Do a Rehearsal Dinner at Destination Wedding?

By Michael Ferguson

Destination weddings are becoming more and more popular, and with the rise in popularity comes more questions about the details. One of the important decisions couples have to make when planning a destination wedding is whether or not to do a rehearsal dinner. Rehearsal dinners are usually held the night before the big day and provide an opportunity for family and friends to get together and celebrate.

There are several factors to consider when deciding whether or not to have a rehearsal dinner at your destination wedding. The first is cost. Destination weddings can be expensive, so adding another event like a rehearsal dinner can quickly add up.

If you have an extensive guest list and/or an elaborate menu planned for the wedding itself, it’s probably best to forego having a rehearsal dinner unless you’re willing to cut back on other parts of your budget.

The second factor is logistics. Depending on where your destination wedding is located, there may be limited options for hosting a rehearsal dinner. If you’re getting married on a beach, for example, it may be difficult to find a suitable venue nearby that can accommodate all of your guests. On the other hand, if you’re getting married in a city or town with plenty of restaurants and other venues, then it might be easier to find somewhere suitable.

Finally, consider who will be attending your rehearsal dinner. If you only have close family and friends coming to your wedding, then a rehearsal dinner can be an intimate affair that gives them time to get better acquainted before the big day. However, if you’re inviting dozens of people from far away places, then it might not make sense logistically or financially.

Conclusion:

Doing a rehearsal dinner at your destination wedding is entirely up to you as a couple. Ultimately it comes down to cost, logistics, and who will be attending as factors that can help inform your decision.