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Layla

Do i need to provide an activity during the day?

Layla, on July 2, 2021 at 8:39 AM Posted in Planning 1 9
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My wedding will be this November at a lodge/resort in the mountains, about 3 hours drive from my guests (small wedding, 18 guests). None of my guests are really familiar with the area, but there's a historic town 20 mins away that half the guests have been to & enjoy exploring. There is a spa, shops, and walking/biking trails at the resort, and main things to do outside of the resort in the area are hiking, going to that small town. It's just going to be chilly since it's November. The ceremony/reception will be from 5-9pm, and I'm wondering if I should plan a group activity for Saturday morning, or if guests are happier being self-guided?

Also, check in at the hotel is 4pm, so would it be better to make the event from 6-10pm so guests have a chance to check in, get cleaned up and dressed, then head to the ceremony? Everything is on-site.

Thank you for any advice!!

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Latest activity by Mrs. Phillips21, on July 13, 2021 at 1:59 PM
  • Sarah
    Master September 2019
    Sarah ·
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    I would just let people do their own thing that morning. I know for me, when I'm going to be at an event at night, I don't want to exhaust myself throughout the day doing a whole bunch of activities. I think 6pm might be better if people will be checking in that day. That way, if for some reason rooms aren't ready or people can't get to their rooms until a little after 4, they'll still have time to get ready.

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  • Yasmine
    Master October 2020
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    I don't think that its necessary to plan a group activity for Saturday morning, especially if that is the day of your wedding. As for the timing, I think it will be better to push the even to 6pm so the guests won't feel like they are being rushed.

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  • Lauren
    Expert July 2021
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    I would move the event to 6 for sure to allow time to get ready after check in.


    I do not think you need to provide an activity for the group but maybe on your wedding website give a list of some things you suggest that people might be interested in. That way people who want something to do have some options
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  • SLY
    Master January 2022
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    I agree with Lauren, def. move the time to 6 so everyone has time to get ready, sometimes check in takes longer than expected if the rooms aren't ready yet. So you want to give guests enough time in case a mishap like that occurs.

    Group activities aren't necessary to provide, just give them some suggestions on your wedding website, or list them on a details card if you're providing welcome bags upon arrival.

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  • A
    Expert September 2022
    Allie ·
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    I agree with Lauren and Shy on this one!

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  • Mcskipper
    Master July 2018
    Mcskipper ·
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    No need to provide a group activity. If you have a website you can list some ideas of places to explore , but otherwise, guests are good on their own!
    5pm is a fine start time given the 4pm hotel check in.
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  • Amanduh
    Devoted January 2019
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    I would just people do their own thing.

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  • anna
    Devoted October 2019
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    I would much prefer to do my own thing. but definitely provide guests with a list of suggestions for activities, places to eat, etc.!

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  • Mrs. Phillips21
    Dedicated October 2021
    Mrs. Phillips21 ·
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    First off, Your venue sounds beautiful! I would absolutely agree to have the festivities run from 6pm to 10pm rather than from 5pm to 9pm for the exact reasons you stated. I think it would be special and really thoughtful to put together a small itinerary for your guests seeing as how you'll be in an area that is unfamiliar to your guests. Congratulations and Goodluck Smiley heart

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