Your wedding reception is your opportunity to really let loose and have fun while celebrating with your guests. In addition to the standard food and dancing, adding creative touches can help make your special day even more memorable and unique. Here are some slightly outside-the-box ideas to consider.

How to Make Your Wedding Reception Unique & Memorable

1. Include Games

Games are a perfect way to entertain guests and get people to mingle. A few large-scale games like oversized Jenga® or Connect Four® can get people up out of their chairs, or you can set small games at each table. You might even create a scavenger hunt or trivia contest if board games aren’t your cup of tea.

2. Have a Dance Contest

If dancing is more your style, pick a few of your favorite tunes and have guests sign up for a quick competition. You can make a circle and give each participant a set amount of time to show off their moves. Then the rest of your guests can vote for the winner.

3. Do Karaoke

Take a break from the standard dancing for part of the evening and host a karaoke challenge to get more people involved. Offer a standard list of popular songs and provide lyrics and microphone so people can show off their talents. Make it into a contest for added interest.

4. Make Your Menu Interactive

Food and drink are often a big part of wedding receptions. If you want to make the festivities a bit more fun, add special touches that allow people to put their own spin on your menu.

For example, consider a “make your own cocktail” bar where guests can assemble drinks from a huge array of ingredients. For dessert, consider chocolate fondue or a cookie decorating station.

5. Let Guests Make Art

If you want to step up the standard guest book, let your guests get creative with cards, book pages, or even paper tablecloths. Set out some art supplies and ask people to illustrate messages that you can treasure for years.

If you’re planning a memorable wedding reception and are looking for the perfect venue, take a tour of Makoy Center in Hilliard, OH. The event space includes several ballrooms that are available to accommodate parties of up to 400. They also offer a beautiful outdoor space for ceremonies, planning assistance, and in-house catering that have earned them the honor of Best of Weddings on The Knot® seven years in a row. Visit the company’s website to see a full list of features and services. To discuss your wedding needs, call (614) 777-1211 today.