Pre- and Post-Wedding Festivities

Sure, planning for your big day is loads of work. But that doesn't mean you should overlook all those traditional events that lead up to it!  Yes, they involve some additional planning but they also make your wedding day more fun, intimate, and exciting. They're traditions, not requirements. If you need to cut down on pre-wedding events, don't pass up on the rehearsal dinner. It's typically the one most expected to take place. And remember: Enjoy!

Engagement Party Scream it from the rooftops -- you're engaged to be married! Let everyone who will be attending the wedding know about your newfound happiness.	Bridal Showers A girly day or night where the bride receives gifts to stock her house -- or her boudoir -- from all her favorite ladies.	Bachelor and Bachelorette Let loose and live life like a single person for the last time before you tie the knot, or just kick back, relax, and have a good time before the big day.

Bridesmaid's Luncheon Brides get to thank their nearest and dearest ladies -- the bridesmaids and maid of honor -- with a meal and a mini-party.	Rehearsal Dinner Bring friends and family together to do a ceremony run through, toast the happy couple, thank the attendants, and enjoy each others company.	Brunch Say farewell to friends and family who have traveled to commemorate this special moment with you with a post-wedding brunch.