{"id":39860,"date":"2021-01-02T17:56:10","date_gmt":"2021-01-02T17:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topweddingquestions.com\/blog\/?p=39860"},"modified":"2021-01-02T17:56:10","modified_gmt":"2021-01-02T17:56:10","slug":"unconventional-awesome-wedding-receptions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-reception\/unconventional-awesome-wedding-receptions","title":{"rendered":"What Are Unconventional Ways to Make a Reception Awesome?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most memorable parts of your wedding day is your reception. While your ceremony is typically more traditional, your reception is the chance to be unique and show off your personality as a couple. It\u2019s the part of your day guests will talk about most, even years later!<\/p>\n<p>There are so many unconventional ways to take your reception to the next level\u2014whether it\u2019s with fun food, unique d\u00e9cor or super-cool entertainment. Here are some of our favorite ways to make your reception awesome.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">FOOD &amp; DRINKS<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Donut-display-at-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Donut display at reception\" width=\"155\" height=\"171\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Donut-display-at-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Donut display at reception\" width=\"155\" height=\"171\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-cake-suspended-from-the-ceiling-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding cake suspended from the ceiling\" width=\"203\" height=\"163\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-cake-suspended-from-the-ceiling-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding cake suspended from the ceiling\" width=\"203\" height=\"163\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39865\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1.jpg\" alt=\"Late night reception snack\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1-534x800.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1-472x708.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39865\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1.jpg\" alt=\"Late night reception snack\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1-534x800.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Late-night-reception-snack-1-472x708.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39862\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Beer tasting bar at wedding reception\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-949x631.jpg 949w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-549x366.jpg 549w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-472x314.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39862\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Beer tasting bar at wedding reception\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-949x631.jpg 949w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-549x366.jpg 549w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Beer-tasting-bar-at-wedding-reception-1-472x314.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i>Courtesy: <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/wedding-reception\/\"><i>Shutterfly.com<\/i><\/a><i>, <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brides.com\/unique-wedding-ideas-4845957\"><i>brides.com<\/i><\/a><i>,<\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partybravo.com\/blog\/stunning-wedding-cakes-314\"><i> partybravo.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p>A large portion of your wedding budget will go towards food, so go all out with something unique (&amp; tasty)! Is regular wedding food not your thing? Serve breakfast food for dinner with a make-your-own omelet station and hire a chef to cook them live for your guests. For a more playful food option, serve carnival food like footlong corn dogs, a nacho bar and have a cotton candy maker ready for dessert.<\/p>\n<p>For something super unique, rent out a food truck! Guests will love having a number of options to choose from. Do you plan to dance into the late hours of the night? Surprise your guests with a late-night appetizer like warm sliders, popcorn or your fave fast-food snack.<\/p>\n<p>Now, the moment your guests are waiting for: dessert! Go big with a giant donut wall or a chocolate fountain full of treats to dip, dunk and drizzle. If you\u2019re getting married in the fall or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/create-perfect-winter-wedding\/\">winter<\/a>, see if your venue will let you set up a fire pit to serve s&#8217;mores. Sticking with a traditional wedding cake? Go for something dramatic by suspending your cake from the ceiling. Guests will definitely remember this show-stopping display.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget about the drinks! Renting a coffee cart will be a big hit for both younger and older guests. For a morning or afternoon wedding, set up a mimosa bar full of different juices and fruits for a create-your-own combo. Cocktail hour could be the hit of the night if you set up a tasting bar. Serve different flights of beer or wine for your guests to try. Make sure to include (&amp; label) the bride and groom\u2019s top pick!<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">RECEPTION D\u00c9COR<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39869\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Neon sign at wedding reception\" width=\"769\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg 769w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1-601x800.jpg 601w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1-500x666.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1-472x629.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39869\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Neon sign at wedding reception\" width=\"769\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg 769w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1-601x800.jpg 601w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1-500x666.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Neon-sign-at-wedding-reception-1-472x629.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 769px) 100vw, 769px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39867\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1.jpg\" alt=\"Luggage tag seating chart\" width=\"640\" height=\"959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1-534x800.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1-500x749.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1-472x707.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39867\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1.jpg\" alt=\"Luggage tag seating chart\" width=\"640\" height=\"959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1-534x800.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1-500x749.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Luggage-tag-seating-chart-1-472x707.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i>Courtesy: <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brides.com\/unique-wedding-ideas-4845957\"><i>brides.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Your reception d\u00e9cor is a great way to add some flair and do something bold. Rent out giant marquee letters that say \u201cMr &amp; Mrs&#8221; or have a neon sign created with your new last name. Do you have a friend or relative who\u2019s good at calligraphy? Walk down memory lane with your love story timeline written on a chalkboard.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes the display is almost as cool as the item it\u2019s displaying. Have your guests search for their assigned seat on a large wall full of keys or luggage tags. Display your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-favor-etiquette\/\">wedding favors<\/a> in a unique way too\u2014on floating shelves or a giant bookshelf. For something totally out of the box, set up a DIY flower station. Guests can create their own mini floral arrangement to take home or craft a boutonniere to wear around the reception.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">ENTERTAINMENT &amp; MUSIC<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39866\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Live painting a wedding reception\" width=\"586\" height=\"390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-949x631.jpg 949w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-549x366.jpg 549w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-472x314.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39866\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Live painting a wedding reception\" width=\"586\" height=\"390\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-800x532.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-949x631.jpg 949w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-549x366.jpg 549w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Live-painting-a-wedding-reception-1-472x314.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 586px) 100vw, 586px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1.jpg\" alt=\"Surprise choreographed reception dance\" width=\"750\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1-500x293.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1-472x277.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1.jpg\" alt=\"Surprise choreographed reception dance\" width=\"750\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1-500x293.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Surprise-choreographed-reception-dance-1-472x277.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39861\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Baby goat at wedding reception\" width=\"750\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1-500x293.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1-472x277.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39861\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg\" alt=\"Baby goat at wedding reception\" width=\"750\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1-500x293.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Baby-goat-at-wedding-reception-1-472x277.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39873\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding reception entertainment\" width=\"631\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-949x712.jpg 949w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-472x354.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 631px) 100vw, 631px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-39873\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding reception entertainment\" width=\"631\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-949x712.jpg 949w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-entertainment-1-472x354.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 631px) 100vw, 631px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i>Courtesy: <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theknot.com\/content\/secrets-to-a-fun-wedding-reception\"><i>theknot.com<\/i><\/a><i>, <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/wedding-reception\/\"><i>Shutterfly.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Time to get the party started! You will wow your guests with unique entertainment like fire breathers, belly dancers, singing waiters or a celebrity impersonator. For music, hire a full swing or jazz band instead of a DJ. Would your guests rather take the mic themselves? Have a karaoke station set up! If your wedding party is super coordinated, surprise your guests with a choreographed dance.<\/p>\n<p>If the weather is nice and you have plenty of outdoor space to work with, set up some fun lawn games like giant Jenga, chess, corn hole or even a mini-golf course. For something extra fun, rent out a bounce house! It will definitely be a hit with the kids and all of your kid-at-heart guests. Be sure to get a photo of you and your groom bouncing together!<\/p>\n<p>Looking for something more low-key? Hire an artist to do a live painting of your reception. Then you can display it in your home forever! If you\u2019d rather have your guests take home a piece of your reception, hire a caricature artist.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s another artistic idea\u2014skip the traditional guest book and have guests sign puzzle pieces with your engagement photo on the other side. Instead of a regular photo booth, have guests record their congratulations and well wishes inside a video booth. Are animals near and dear to your heart? Set up a petting zoo or have a live pet adoption truck outside.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">OTHER UNIQUE IDEAS<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39863\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1.jpg\" alt=\"Boat reception exit\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1-534x800.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1-472x708.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39863\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1.jpg\" alt=\"Boat reception exit\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1-534x800.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Boat-reception-exit-1-472x708.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<th><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding reception at a movie theater\" width=\"822\" height=\"548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1.jpg 822w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-549x366.jpg 549w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-472x315.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 822px) 100vw, 822px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39872\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding reception at a movie theater\" width=\"822\" height=\"548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1.jpg 822w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-549x366.jpg 549w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Wedding-reception-at-a-movie-theater-1-472x315.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 822px) 100vw, 822px\" \/><\/noscript><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39868\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1.jpg\" alt=\"Motorcycle reception exit\" width=\"750\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1-500x293.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1-472x277.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-39868\" src=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1.jpg\" alt=\"Motorcycle reception exit\" width=\"750\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1-500x293.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Motorcycle-reception-exit-1-472x277.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p><i>Courtesy: <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/wedding-reception\/\"><i>Shutterfly.com<\/i><\/a><i>, <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brides.com\/unique-wedding-ideas-4845957\"><i>brides.com<\/i><\/a><i>, <\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingwire.com\/wedding-ideas\/our-editors-favorite-theaters-and-music-themed-venues\"><i>weddingwire.com<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re wanting a non-traditional reception venue, try renting out a movie theater or head to the bowling alley. Want to end your reception with a bang? Do a surprise balloon or confetti drop on the dance floor for the final group dance!<\/p>\n<p>Another cool idea is to play up your exit. Instead of a sparkler exit, light up the night sky with real fireworks. (Make sure to get the venue\u2019s approval first.) For a grand exit, do something super unique like riding off on a horse, speed boat or motorcycle. If your venue has an open field behind it, take off in a hot air balloon. These fun reception ideas are endless. Just find something that speaks to you and your groom!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most memorable parts of your wedding day is your reception. While your ceremony is typically more traditional, your reception is the chance to be unique and show off your personality as a couple. It\u2019s the part of your day guests will talk about most, even years later! There are so many unconventional ways to take your reception to the next level\u2014whether it\u2019s with fun food, unique d\u00e9cor or super-cool entertainment. Here are some of our favorite ways [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":102,"featured_media":39863,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6110,18],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-39860","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips","category-wedding-reception"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What Are Unconventional Ways to Make a Reception Awesome?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"One of the most memorable parts of your wedding day is the reception. It\u2019s a chance to be unique and show off your personality. 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