Music and Entertainment
Live band or DJ?
If you have this question or any others, read the articles below for expert tips + questions to ask your wedding DJ or live band!
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Questions to Ask a DJ or Live Entertainment
Too often choosing the entertainment is left to the end of your overwhelming "Wedding To Do List"—but it shouldn’t be! Not only does music set the appropriate mood, but a skilled Master or Mistress of Ceremonies will gracefully guide your guests from one spotlight moment to another. To get you started, we've put together this list of questions that will help you evaluate a DJ, band, or other entertainer.
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9 Unique Bachelorette Party Ideas
Las Vegas is the obvious choice for a bachelorette bash, but a wild weekend of drinks and dancing isn't the only option! Whether you're looking to save money or just want a chill get-together with your favorite gal pals, we've got you covered with these outside-the-box bachelorette party ideas.
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37 Ways To Save Money On Your Wedding
Here are 37 ways to save money on your wedding—without sacrificing style! We list our best cheap wedding ideas so you can have a champagne wedding on a beer budget.
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5 Ways To Keep Your Wedding Guests Entertained
Besides tying the knot, the ultimate wedding goal is making sure everyone has a blast. But between saying "I do" and cutting the cake, there's a lot of time to fill! Sitting at a table all night is no one's idea of a good time, so we've listed 5 ways to avoid awkward gaps and entertain your guests all wedding long.
![14 Ways To Make Your Wedding Guests Happy](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/HappyWeddingGuests_TaraMcMullenPhotography.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=93135da9253042fc08029a014f1d7ddd 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/HappyWeddingGuests_TaraMcMullenPhotography.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=18f81c8dcc6d15e36dd7a75ad523a562 190w)
14 Ways To Make Your Wedding Guests Happy
Wanna make your guests feel like they just attended the wedding of the year? It doesn't take a huge budget—just some simple considerations to ensure your nearest and dearest are well taken care of, comfortable and happy! Here are 14 things guests secretly want from a wedding.
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Hiring Wedding Professionals Pays Off
Yes, you will save money by hiring the cheapest vendors you can find or doing things yourself. But the old adage, “You get what you pay for,” really comes into play here. Skimp on services and you could end up paying a big price anyway. We give you all the reasons hiring seasoned wedding professionals pays off, plus tips for finding the right vendors for your wedding.
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Brides Want to Know: Wedding Band or DJ?
My fiancé and I have most of our wedding plans set, except the music for our reception. We can’t decide between live entertainment and a disc jockey. The reception will be indoors with about 150 guests. We have to keep an eye on cost, too. Are bands always more expensive? What do you recommend?
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