How to Have a Kid-Friendly Wedding

If you decide to invite children to the reception, there are a few ways you can keep the event fun and stress-free.                                                              

Pick the right food

Sure, fancy entrees and appetizers are appealing to adults, but most kids will be turned off by food that is unfamiliar. To keep their little bellies satisfied (no one wants hungry kids at a wedding), offer a kid-friendly option(s). Classic options include chicken fingers, hot dogs, and grilled cheese. Bonus: These meals are typically cheaper than traditional wedding meals so you may save some money.

Put them together

The easiest way to bore children and inspire mischief: sit them at a table with a bunch of boring adults. Be careful when making the seating chart. You could place families with children together or you could have a few teenagers sit at the “kids table” and supervise.

Consider Location

Another thing you need to consider when creating the seating chart is location. Families with young children may want to be close to an exit or bathroom and not near the loud speakers.

Offer entertainment

If you keep the kids entertained, you may not even know they are there. Give each child a gift bag with age-appropriate games and entertainment. Some easy options include crayons, coloring books, craft sets, etc. These gift bags don’t have to be expensive since many of the items can be found at the dollar store. You could also set up a “game station” featuring board games and crafts.