Here at Boho, as I’m sure you know, I love an outdoor wedding. Whether it is an outdoor ceremony, an outdoor reception or the whole day held outside, I just love seeing couples express themselves, go against tradition and hold their wedding alfresco enjoying the open air and the freedom that holding an outdoor wedding gives them. However, there can be a number of things that you need to think about when planning an outdoor wedding. It’s best to have your planning hat on and get everything locked in and in order if you are planning a day outside. To help you along I have invited the entertainment experts at Alive Network to provide some inspiration to guide you with your planning and to give you a few ideas for your entertainment.

Entertainment Planning Ideas for Outdoor Weddings

Have your heart set on an outdoor wedding or an alfresco blessing filled with fun, music and entertainment? These ideas will help you plan it like a pro.

Credit: Andrew Billington Photography

Outdoor Ceremony

The plan: Prelude: 30 mins of music as your guests arrive

Ceremony: 3–4 hand-picked songs for your entrance, signing of the register, and recessional

Popular artists:

• String quartets
• Acoustic guitarists
• Classical and opera singers
• Gospel choirs
• Harpists

Credit: Andrew Billington Photography

Outdoor Drinks Reception

The plan: Relax & mingle: a 60-minute set or two 45-minute sets, at a volume where you can comfortably talk with your guests. Plus, encourage conversation and put your guests at ease with an ice-breaking entertainer.

Popular artists:

• Jazz bands
• Acoustic bands
• Roaming bands
• Campervan bars
• Artisan ice-cream carts
• Circus and fire performers
• Caricaturists and lawn games

Credit: Andrew Billington Photography

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Outdoor Wedding Breakfast

The plan: Introducing the happy couple: a special track as you enter the room

During the meal: Ambient music or ice-breaking entertainment, to keep the buzz going

Popular artists:

• Brass fusion ensembles
• Jazz ensembles
• Close-up magicians

Credit: Andrew Billington Photography

Outdoor Evening Reception

The plan: First dance: 1–2 special songs

1^st Live Music Set: a 60-minute set, to kick in after your first dance

1^st DJ Set: 45–60 minutes, to keep the party pumping while your live band takes a break, and your evening food is served

2^nd Live Music Set: a 60-minute set, to get the party into another gear

2^nd DJ Set: Dance the night away, and finish on a high

Popular artists:

• Wedding bands
• Wedding DJs

Credit: Andrew Billington Photography

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