How to Plan a Rehearsal Dinner (+ Unique Ideas) – Etiquette Guide

Posted on 24 September 2023.

romantic outdoor garden inspired rehearsal dinner ideas with simple decorations and a long communal table with rustic mismatched chairs and rattan pendant lights dangling abovephoto by Ashley Joyce Photography

It’s officially the eve of your “I do’s”, and we have the perfect rehearsal dinner ideas to get this party started! A rehearsal dinner is an age-old tradition that marks the beginning of your celebrations. And while it’s not as formal as your ceremony, it is a lot of fun to plan. To get you started, we’re breaking down everything you need to know to plan an unforgettable rehearsal dinner, from etiquette tips to fun menu ideas.

woman showing how to plan a rehearsal dinner outdoors with colorful decorations and desert inspired ideas including cherry red glassware and macrame placemats

photo: Mary Costa Photo | flowers + design: Shindig Chic 
modern outdoor rehearsal dinner ideas with colorful decorations and bright flowers at a backyard style venue with mountains and palm trees in the background
photo: AshGabes Photography, as seen in this groovy outdoor celebration
couple posing at their outdoor rehearsal dinner featuring formal details and modern ideas
photo: Mari
couple showing how to plan a greenhouse rehearsal dinner with romantic vintage-inspired decorations and ideas including greenery descending from the ceiling
photo: Sweet Lemon Drop Photography | gown: Alamour the Label | shoes: Loeffler Randall
short white gown with bow and pearlscouple on the way to their downtown rehearsal dinner with unique ideas like a whimsical botanical spring-inspired theme
photo: Liz Banfield
unique country rehearsal dinner ideas with rustic outdoor decorations including a vintage red truck adorned with the words "Howdy Y'all" in a script style font
photo: Fred Marcus | event design: KED & CO. | florals: Mindy Rice Design
couple arriving at their rehearsal dinner at a restaurant venue on a rainy day with formal decor ideas
photo: Ellie Mandeville
woman showing how to plan a rehearsal dinner with fun dance floor ideas
photo: Meagan Puett
Bridal party wearing matching fringe robesguests wearing colorful formal gowns showing rehearsal dinner etiquette at an outdoor venue
photo: Sweet Lemon Drop Photography | bride-to-be’s gown: Alamour the Label | shoes: Loeffler Randall
small rehearsal dinner ideas with romantic flowers and coastal decorations
photo: Liesl Claire Photography, as seen in this coastal Cape Cod celebration
woman with good etiquette giving a welcome speech at a rehearsal dinner
photo by Madi Ellis Photography, as seen in our MOH speech guide
rehearsal dinner invitation etiquette with a boho minimalist design in a brown-orange hue with white text
rehearsal dinner invitation ideas: Zazzle
couple showing how to plan a rehearsal dinner with unique ideas like all-white attire and hanging string lights creating a tunnel effect above the long communal dining table adorned with botanicals
photo: Readyluck Photographers | venue: Cedar Lakes Estate | planning: Amanda Savory Events
​​couple showing how to plan a rehearsal dinner at a formal estate location with modern attire ideas
photo: Beba Vowels

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