Holiday Weddings

As we approach holiday season in the U.S., I thought about weddings that are scheduled on holidays such as New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, even around Christmas. Is it a good idea? What are some Dos and Don'ts of holiday weddings?

I think the number one 'pro' of having a holiday wedding is that you won't forget your anniversary! But your friends and family may already have a vacation or family tradition scheduled for that holiday date, which may make things a bit awkward when guests are put in the situation of having to chose between your wedding and family tradition. On the flip side, friends and family may love that they will already be off work and won't feel guilty about taking a personal day to attend your wedding!

A holiday wedding may be beneficial to your budget when it comes to decorating. You may be able to ask the church or other venue to keep up their holiday decorations for your wedding if they go with your desired color theme. Guests might expect to see traditional holiday colors at your wedding, but try not to go overboard with the colors. Vendors such as DJ's and bakeries, however, may charge extra for services on and around a holiday, some may not be able to agree to the date.

If you chose to have your wedding on a holiday weekend, your out of town guests may appreciate the extra travel time as well as time to explore the area on their own. But make sure you want to invite kids to the wedding, because most families do not want to leave their kids on a holiday!

No matter what, remember that it is your day in your mind, but not all of your guests will be able to attend due to other commitments. Enjoy your day with those who do attend!

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