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You\u2019ve planned every detail of your <\/span>big day<\/span>, and all that’s left is to figure out how you\u2019ll end the night of your nuptials. One popular final celebration is the after-wedding party. A <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span> is a celebration that follows the wedding ceremony and <\/span>wedding reception<\/span>. It\u2019s a final chance to celebrate with the ones you love and let your hair down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Here\u2019s everything you need to know about planning the <\/span>ultimate wedding<\/span> after-party.<\/span> The <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span> is different from the <\/span>wedding day<\/span> reception, where guests typically sit down for a meal. Instead, it\u2019s more of a casual gathering after all the planned festivities and can last until the early morning.<\/span><\/p>\n The after-party is often held at the same venue as the wedding but in a different location. For example, the wedding ceremony may take place along the shores of a lake while the <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span> happens on a <\/span>dance floor<\/span> outside a lodge on the grounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Other times, the after-party is held at a completely different location. In those cases, transportation may be provided, or guests may be expected to drive to the new location. This is common with <\/span>weddings at National Parks<\/a><\/strong> and<\/span> destination weddings<\/a><\/strong>. It\u2019s also common for weddings where more people are invited to the after-party than the reception.<\/span><\/p>\n If you choose to have a <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span>, there are a few things to remember when it comes to planning. Here, you\u2019ll find some etiquette tips and advice on who to invite, when to plan the event, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n In general, whoever is hosting the wedding also hosts the <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span>. So if you\u2019re the host, it\u2019s best to consider the after-party costs when drafting your<\/span> wedding budget<\/strong><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n The <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span> usually starts immediately following the reception. However, there may be a small delay if guests have to move to a new location or as they trickle into the entertainment space.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n All guests who are invited to the reception should also be invited to the after-party. It\u2019s common courtesy since these people have taken the time and cost to attend your wedding. You can also invite additional guests you couldn\u2019t accommodate at the reception or ceremony due to budget limitations.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re inviting guests to all of the events, you can include the after-party invite in the same<\/span> wedding invitation<\/strong> suite<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. But if some guests are only invited to some events, you can send out a separate invitation.<\/span><\/p>\n Whether you choose to use a <\/span>wedding planner<\/span> or plan the after-party yourself, here is a quick step-by-step guide to planning a <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n The first thing to do is decide where you want to host the <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span>. You can work with the <\/span>wedding venue<\/span> or <\/span>reception venue<\/span> to keep the fun going into the wee hours. Keep in mind that some <\/span>wedding venues<\/span> will have <\/span>noise restrictions<\/span> and closing hours that won\u2019t allow you to party until the <\/span>next day<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n Alternatively, you can pick an entirely new spot for the after-party. For example, a <\/span>hotel bar<\/span> offers a <\/span>low-key<\/span> venue if guests are all staying in the same place, or you can go all-out with a <\/span>party bus<\/span> if your <\/span>wedding guest list<\/span> is small.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Other <\/span>after-party venues<\/span> to consider are <\/span>karaoke bars<\/span>, nightclubs, and cocktail bars. Or to take the <\/span>revelry<\/span> up a notch, you can consider hosting a <\/span>silent disco<\/span> bash<\/span> with a curated <\/span>playlist<\/span> at your favorite bar. And if you make it until the <\/span>early hours<\/span> of the morning, <\/span>newlyweds<\/span> can keep the party going with a breakfast <\/span>brunch<\/span> before parting ways with <\/span>loved ones<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n Depending on your chosen location, you may want to consider offering food and drinks. For example, if your <\/span>wedding planning<\/span> includes a caterer and you\u2019re having the after-party at the same <\/span>wedding venue<\/span>, they may be able to whip up <\/span>late-night snacks<\/span> for the guests. Alternatively, guests can order items a la carte at bars and restaurants, so you can save on your budget.<\/span><\/p>\n Many <\/span>post-reception<\/span> parties also feature an <\/span>open bar<\/span> unless you\u2019re planning on heading out to a nightclub or local bar. In general, the hosts will pay for the alcohol if the <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span> is at the same venue as the other events of the <\/span>big day<\/span>. However, some couples may choose to save money by only paying for the first hour of drinks or only offering one or two drink choices.<\/span><\/p>\n By the time you get to the after-party, the decor isn\u2019t really the main focus, especially if you\u2019re hosting the after-party in the same event space. However, you can do a few small things to change up the look and feel of the room and <\/span>wedding decor<\/span> if you want to add pizzazz to the <\/span>post-wedding celebration<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n For example, you might change up the lighting and hand out fun party props like glow sticks, masks, or tiaras. Or you could bring in some <\/span>cozy furniture<\/a><\/strong> to create lounge spaces for guests to unwind.<\/span><\/p>\n The after-party is another great opportunity for an outfit change. Switch into a <\/span>sequin<\/span>-studded <\/span>wedding dress<\/span> for the party, and have your bridesmaids don glittering <\/span>party dresses<\/span>. <\/span>Midi<\/span> and <\/span>mini dresses<\/span> are good options for this after-hours event, and you can save your fancy wedding gown from drink spills and accidents as the night goes on.<\/span><\/p>\n Some of the <\/span>best wedding photos<\/span> are captured when guests have let their hair down late in the evening. Everyone is in a great mood and focused on having fun and celebrating your unique love story. While you can hire a photographer to stay all night, you can also save money by providing Polaroid cameras for guests to take their own snaps or designating one of your bridesmaids as the unofficial photo taker.<\/span><\/p>\n Once you know what type of <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span> you\u2019re hosting, be sure to share the details with your guests. You can include the information right in your<\/span> wedding invite<\/a><\/strong> if all of the guests are invited or send out a new piece of stationery if you\u2019re including additional guests. You can also have details on the after-party on your <\/span>wedding website<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n If you\u2019re going to send out<\/span> wedding-after-party invitations<\/a><\/strong>, you can send a design similar to what you\u2019re using in your wedding stationery suite. Of course, you can also pick out a completely different design if you want to mix things up. Here are some of our favorite <\/span>wedding-after-party<\/span> invites.<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Creo Study<\/p><\/div>\n This<\/span> colorful invite<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is all about having fun. Use it to invite guests to your <\/span>wedding after-party<\/span>, <\/span>bridal shower<\/span>, or <\/span>big day<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Lissa Anglin<\/p><\/div>\n This<\/span> gold foil and watercolor invite<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is ideal for <\/span>laid-back<\/span> get-togethers<\/span> like your <\/span>post-wedding celebration<\/span>. It\u2019s festive and slightly formal without being too stuffy \u2014 sure to get guests ready for a fun night celebrating romance!<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Hooray Creative<\/p><\/div>\n This<\/span> cheeky invitation<\/strong><\/span><\/a> will have guests ready to party and whoop it up until the late hours of the morning. Available in several colorways, it\u2019s easy to match it to your wedding stationery and party decor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n With these <\/span>wedding after-party ideas<\/span>, you\u2019re sure to cap off the biggest day of your life with a memorable celebration. Start by choosing a location and then plan the details like food, decor, and entertainment.<\/span><\/p>\n From the engagement to the <\/span>rehearsal dinner<\/span> and all the <\/span>big day<\/span> festivities, Greenvelope can help you with your stationery needs. Be sure to check out our huge selection of<\/span> wedding stationery<\/a><\/strong> and<\/span> our blog<\/a><\/strong>, where you\u2019ll find more <\/span>wedding planning<\/span> tips.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" You\u2019ve planned every detail of your big day, and all that’s left is to figure out how you\u2019ll end the night of your nuptials. One popular final celebration is the after-wedding party. A wedding after-party is a celebration that follows the wedding ceremony and wedding reception. 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\n<\/p>\nWhat\u2019s a <\/b>Wedding After-Party<\/b>?<\/b><\/h2>\n
What to Know When Planning a <\/b>Wedding After-Party<\/b><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nWho Hosts?<\/b><\/h3>\n
Who Gets an Invitation?<\/b><\/h3>\n
How to Plan the <\/b>Perfect Wedding After-Party<\/b> in 6 Steps<\/b><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n1. Pick the Location<\/b><\/h3>\n
2. Arrange for Food and Drinks<\/b><\/h3>\n
3. Plan for Decor<\/b><\/h3>\n
4. Glam It Up<\/b><\/h3>\n
5. Snap Memorable Photos<\/b><\/h3>\n
6. Share the Details With Guests<\/b><\/h3>\n
3 of Our Favorite <\/b>Wedding After-Party<\/b> Invitations<\/b><\/h2>\n
1. Party of the Year Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n
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2. Rose Gold Confetti Invitation<\/b>
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3. Party Vows Invitation<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Plan the <\/b>Perfect Wedding After-Party<\/b><\/h2>\n