Kick off the festivities with a warm welcome party. Use our expert guide on planning a wedding welcome party, complete with ideas your guests won't forget.

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Ready to make a grand entrance to your reception? Check out this list of 39 unexpected and fun wedding reception entrance ideas for bridal party

The ceremony and reception get a lot of attention — as they should! — but there are a lot of other events surrounding a wedding. For a full celebration, pre- and post- wedding parties are not to be overlooked. Get the soirées started with these options … and keep them going! You certainly don’t need to take part in all of these, just do whatever fits you, your relationship and your culture best! #preweddingevents #postweddingevents #weddingevents #weddingparties

With bridal parties larger than ever, it can be difficult to have your bridesmaids get to know each other before the big day. Chancey Charm’s Wedding Planning Team is sharing some fun ways to introduce your bridesmaids to each other before your wedding. #Bridesmaids #Weddingplanningtips #bridalparty #ChanceyCharm

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If you’re considering having a wedding welcome party, you’re in the right place. Here, you’ll find tips and ideas on how to make your wedding welcome party a fantastic addition to your special weekend festivities. | Image by Emily Klarer Photography

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