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Tradition has long dictated that the parents of the groom should host the rehearsal dinner. This not only includes the planning stage, but they are expected to pay for it as well. Usually it is held the evening that the bridal party wheaters along with both sets of parents to rehearse what will happen during the wedding ceremony. Modern life has loosened the constants a bit, and it is perfectly acceptable for anyone else who is willing to host this small and intimate affair.

Who Gets Invited?

Long ago, when life was simpler, the rehearsal dinner was just for immediate family and the bridal party. It was a time for the bride and groom to express their thanks to all the special people gathered that evening, for helping them plan and execute such an important day in both of their lives as their wedding. Now, if you believe the media, if out of town guests have arrived, it is a lovely gesture to invite them. That is all well and good if you do not mind sharing a family affair with others. If you want to keep it warm and personal, do so, and leave the out of townspeople off the guest list.

What Do You Do About Eat?

Of course food and fellowship are part of the traditions of a wedding rehearsal dinner, but it is also a time to toast the bridal party, parents and the soon to be married bride and groom. Everyone is jovial and it is an ideal time to present the bridal party and the parents with their gifts. Depending upon the venue you choose for the party, you may play pool, have a barbeque and play backyard games or watch specially made videos of the bride and groom. Sometimes there is a bit of jest and roasting, but it is all intended in good fun.

What if Money is Tight?

There is no hard and fast rule that you must have a rehearsal dinner on par with your reception. It is intended for immediate family and there are many ways you can figure out how to defray costs. Perhaps you might have a potluck supper where all the guests bring a dish, a pizza party or a barbeque with burgers, hotdogs, coleslaw and corn. There are many creative ways you can have the ideal rehearsal dinner that may be even more fun for the bride and groom than the reception and not blow the budget.

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Source by Yolanda Nash