"Essential Tips for Smoothly Hosting a Large Wedding with Over 100 Guests: The Importance of Planning and Thoughtfulness"

＼Over 100 Guests!／ What to Be Careful About for a Large Wedding?

Congratulations to everyone who is having a wedding with more than 100 guests♡

A wedding where a couple loved by so many receives blessings from many people is truly a happy occasion＊ Having that many people gathered is solely due to the couple’s good character♡ Surely, you are a wonderful couple♡

However, because there are so many guests, there are points that need to be considered. There is actually very little information available for brides who are planning a large wedding… don't you think?

The average number of guests for a typical wedding is around 60 to 80 people. Wedding information found online or in magazines usually caters to the average or most common situations, meaning there are many articles aimed at brides planning weddings with around 80 guests.

But you shouldn't just take that information at face value!!

For weddings with more than 100 guests, it may be wise to reconsider using the same arrangements and flow as weddings with an average or fewer guests.

The reason is that having a large number of guests can lead to inconveniences.

This time, I will introduce points to consider when choosing a venue and planning a wedding for over 100 guests＊

Caution Point 1: Choose a Venue with Room for More Guests

First, something to be careful about when selecting a wedding venue＊ It is important to have room in the venue for a large wedding◎ What do you think will happen if a venue says, "We can accommodate up to 130 people!" and exactly 130 people enter?

If exactly 130 people occupy a venue for 130 guests, it will be crowded. A venue for 60 guests will also feel full with 60 guests, and the more guests there are, the more overwhelming it becomes.

Additionally, with more people, the number who need to stand up and move will naturally increase, so you must ensure there is enough space between seats for people to move (flow).

A venue that accommodates exactly 130 guests means there are 13 tables with 10 people each. But among friends, there might be groups of 8, and family might have 15 people, right? It’s not normal for seating groups to break down perfectly by 10...!

Therefore, it is crucial for brides planning large weddings to select venues with extra capacity◎ It is advisable to choose a venue that can comfortably accommodate the maximum expected number plus 20 to 30 additional guests＊

Caution Point 2: Group Photos

Taking group photos at weddings with over 100 guests can also be challenging. Even if a photographer takes pictures at a location without steps, the people in the back will be obscured…!

So, brides who want to have group photos at their large weddings should opt for venues with grand staircases or those that allow photography from the second floor＊

With a grand staircase, everyone in the back can be properly captured, and a second-floor perspective creates a lovely aerial photo atmosphere – highly recommended◎ It’s also cute to take them in a heart shape like this♡ Just be sure not to take group photos in a flat venue＊

Caution Point 3: Table Rounds

Table rounds are another consideration when having a large wedding. The more guests there are, the more tables there will be, meaning it will take longer for the rounds to happen.

Thus, doing table rounds might cut down the time available for other performances or activities! Brides who want to have table rounds should keep in mind that there won't be much time left for other entertainment◎

If you decide not to do table rounds, having all guests come to the main table at once for a group photo is recommended＊ In such cases, consult your planner for guidance on how to facilitate photo capturing!♡

Caution Point 4: Farewells and Small Gifts

Saying goodbye to over 100 guests at a wedding can also be quite the task. While you may want to talk slowly with each person, if you spend 30 seconds with 100 guests, it could take 50 minutes to say farewell…!

Long farewells can keep guests waiting. While the first few guests may be fine, those at the end might end up waiting for 50 minutes. Guests coming from afar might miss their train or flight.

A long farewell can also delay the newlyweds and friends from starting the after-party. This means not only the reception guests but also the after-party guests end up waiting.

To avoid such situations, suppress the urge to talk slowly and focus on being “quick above all!” You also need to minimize photo-taking during this time.

Additionally, consider not giving small gifts or opting for a method where guests can pick up small gifts themselves ◎ This can shorten the time spent on distributions, allowing for a smoother send-off＊

Tips for Smooth Large Weddings＊

How did you find the points for large weddings? Large weddings are different from normal ones＊ They are glamorous and festive, but the presence of so many guests can lead to a bit of complexity.

For brides planning to have a large wedding, make sure to keep these considerations in mind and create a wonderful wedding ceremony♡