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Rehearsal Dinners
Traditionally, the Groom’s family pays for the Rehearsal Dinner. The dinner’s held immediately after the rehearsal of the ceremony, which is usually the night before the wedding. Guests for the Rehearsal Dinner usually include the entire wedding party, their spouses/significant others, the parents, and any guests or close relatives that may have a role in the wedding, i.e.) greeters, readers, etc. Toasts and customs associated with this type of dinner are usually spontaneous. The Rehearsal Dinner is an excellent place for the Bride & Groom to present the wedding party with personal gifts of appreciation.
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The following are articles, questions or answers pertaining to Rehearsal Dinner:
Rehearsal Dinner: The Basics (article)
Need a rundown on rehearsal dinners? Here's the real deal. Debbie highly recommends – a must see!
Rehearsal Dinner: Groom Dos & Don'ts (article)
Grooms: Make a splash at the rehearsal dinner. Here's everything you need to know to keep your parents “and” your bride happy. Debbie highly recommends this for the Groom!
Rehearsal Dinner: Etiquette Q&A (article)
Wondering how a rehearsal dinner works? Here are the answers to your questions. Debbie suggests a read!
Q&A: Rehearsal Dinner: Does the Bride Have a Say? (article)
If the parents of the groom agree to pay for the rehearsal dinner, are they obligated to ask the bride and groom if they approve of the venue? I am not happy with where the dinner is being held, and I don't know if it's wrong to tell them so.
Q&A: Etiquette: Can the Couple Host the Rehearsal Dinner? (article)
Is it improper for the bride and groom to host the rehearsal dinner?
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