All of the hard work is done. You’ve picked a venue, arranged the ceremony, bought the dress – but how do you entertain 100+ guests for a whole day? Wedding guests are usually low maintenance, entertaining themselves with conversation and drinks but what happens when there is a lull? Never fear, our wedding venue in Wicklow has all the space and facilities you need to entertain your guests into the wee small hours. Whether you have a DJ taking song requests or go all out with a professional entertainer, our wedding venue is ideal.
Did you know you can hold your civil ceremony or an outdoor wedding in our Wicklow wedding venue? Contact us to learn more about weddings at Tulfarris Hotel.
Music
Music and dancing are one of the main components of a great wedding. Usually, a wedding has a band that plays after dinner for a couple of hours and from there a DJ takes over until it’s time for bed. There are no rules however and we’ve seen everything from jazz pianists to trad bands entertaining guests. Think about the kind of music that represents you as a couple and build a playlist around that. Ask guests to recommend a song on their RSVPs to encourage them to fill the dance floor when their favourite tune comes on.
Wedding Photo Booth
Wedding photo booths are a fantastic way to capture fun memories of your big day. Typically a company will provide everything you need to entertain guests who want to take pictures during the evening in a dedicated booth either inside or outside of the main celebration room. There is usually a bag of props provided like wigs, glasses and inflatables and you’d be surprised how many of your guests take part in the fun. Guests are given pictures as mementoes to bring home as a memory of a great night. Choose a company that makes copies of all photos as a keepsake for you. Some of the pictures you’ll find are priceless!
Welcome Packs
Welcome packs for guests are becoming more popular every year, especially for the younger guests. Give children a goodie bag with some sweets, a colouring book and crayons, a game, and a small keepsake of your big day. Adults might appreciate water, snacks, snipes of Champagne or mini spirits and mints. You can also include some hangover cures if you’re expecting a big night! Include a variety of table games in your pack. Take bets on the length of speeches or set up a scavenger hunt. The possibilities are endless!
Kids Entertainment
One of the hardest audiences to please during a long wedding day are the children. So, why not pay someone else to do it? Section off a corner of the room for a children’s entertainer like a clown or a musician to keep the little ones occupied while the adults take pictures or enjoy a drink. Find someone who brings games, paints faces, makes balloon animals and more. The parents in the room will thank you.
If you’re lucky enough to hold your wedding in a venue with outdoor space like Tulfarris and the weather is good, why not provide old-school outdoor games? Lawn games such as hopscotch, lawn bowling, Twister, outdoor Jenga and Connect4 will keep them occupied for hours. You might even get some enthusiastic adults involved especially after a few shandies.
Adult Entertainment
We’ve seen all sorts at weddings in Tulfarris. Some couples keep things traditional and the music and dancing are the main entertainment but we’ve seen people go above and beyond to leave an impression. You could hire an MC for the evening, introducing speeches, first dances and the happy couples’ first arrival. How about a comedian doing a short set to warm up your guests for a great night (and making fun of them of course!). Magicians have been seen circling the room, impressing people with their disappearing acts. One of the most entertaining things we’ve heard of is a hypnotist putting guests under his spell, creating hilarious memories for years to come. Be creative with your wedding entertainment if you truly want to stand out.
If you’re holding an intimate ceremony or a lavish affair, our Wicklow wedding venue has something for weddings of all sizes. Call or email our dedicated events team to arrange a time to view our new ballroom and the grounds of the hotel, perfect for unique wedding pictures. Talk to us about your wedding entertainment and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request, no matter how unusual.