Intimate Weddings

There are a few reasons why a couple might choose to have a 4 ½ or 2 ½ -hour Entrance to Exit wedding.

Budget: Weddings can be expensive, and a shorter event can help to save money on things like venue rental, food, and alcohol.

Venue availability: Some venues have limited availability, and a couple might only be able to get a 4 ½ or 2 ½ -hour slot.

Personal preference: Some couples simply don’t want a long wedding day. They might prefer to have a more intimate event with their closest loved ones.

If you’re considering a 4 ½ or 2 ½ – hour wedding, there are a few things you’ll need to keep in mind.

Keep your ceremony short and sweet. A 30-minute ceremony is plenty of time to exchange vows and say, “I do.”
Make sure your guests know what to expect. Let them know that the event will be shorter than traditional weddings, and that they should plan accordingly.
Plan a tight timeline. You’ll need to make sure that everything runs smoothly to fit everything into 4 ½ or 2 ½ hours.
Don’t have to serve a full dinner. Serve finger foods and appetizers, only do champagne, toast, and cake, cupcakes, pies, donuts, small cakes or assortment dessert table.
Focus on the essentials. Don’t try to cram too much into your wedding day. Focus on the things that are most important to you and your partner.
End your reception on a high note. This could mean having an amazing exit, or a live band playing your favorite songs.
Lastly, the night may not end. We have couples that will move to another location backyard party, Chicken-n-Pickle, private dinner at their favorite restaurant or head out for the honeymoon.

With careful planning, a 4 ½ or 2 1/2-hour wedding and reception can be a fun and memorable event for everyone involved.

We would love to host your small-intimate wedding right here at 75^th Street Events.

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