There are so many details that go into planning a wedding. For many couples who choose to have seating arrangements, deciding where everyone should dine is another task that can be daunting to think about. However, by following the advice in the guide below, you can simplify the process of assigning guest tables at your wedding reception.

How to Arrange Wedding Reception Tables

1. Create a Floorplan

Draw out a to-scale representation of the wedding reception room. Then speak to the location manager about how they usually arrange the tables and how many guests fit at each to give you a starting point. Often, the bride and groom have their own “sweethearts table” with close family and the bridal party seated the closest to them.

2. Consider Music & Dancing

For older guests, avoid seating them next to the speakers near the band. Keep guests who you know will be on the dance floor all night near the perimeter of the dancing area. 

3. Design a Children & Teen Table

If your guest list includes younger groups of people, arrange a kids and teens table. Group attendees by their ages since they will have the most in common and can chat, dance, or play games with each other all night.

4. Ask for Help

When your parents have invited extended family that you barely know, enlist their help in organizing those tables. Not only will it take some of the burden off of you, but it will also help you avoid any potential incidents from sitting people together who don’t get along.

5. Find Common Ground

There will always be a handful of guests who do not know many others and come from different areas and times in your life. However, if you can line them up by age bracket, profession, or certain interests, this might help them make new connections during your wedding reception.

For a beautiful wedding reception location in Lincoln, NE, choose Havelock Social Hall. Their professional team ensures personalized assistance as you plan your event, whether it is a big wedding or a more intimate party. The banquet hall features multiple rooms to accommodate different numbers of guests, with catering to suit any palate. For questions, call (402) 467-3002 or view their rooms online.