Your wedding after party is just as important as the big day itself! Many couples say their wedding day passes by in a flash and they don’t get to really savor the moment. The day after celebrations are the perfect opportunity to wind-down and start your journey as a married couple with your loved ones. Our guide will give you some top tips for keeping the party alive.
Choosing The Perfect Location
A wedding after party can be a blessing in disguise! Often couples are torn between two venues to host their big day, leaving them with the very hard choice of narrowing it down. If one of your venues is still niggling at the back of your mind, why not compromise and use it for your after party?
This is ideal as you can go for two completely different vibes that will certainly wow your guests. We love the contemporary and ultra chic Rooftop Garden & Sky lounge at the Lough Rea Hotel & Spa. Rise above the hustle and bustle as you sip cool cocktails while viewing sensational panoramic vistas of Lough Rea and the mountains beyond. Not only is this venue perfect to watch the summer sun set, it is also ideal for your winter wedding! Part of the roof top can be enclosed in glass for those chilly evenings while outdoor heaters and cosy blankets are provided for guests to keep warm.
Keep Your Party Food Simple
We all know us Irish do love a good party! What more do you want than yummy cocktails and a delicious menu? If you are planning an after party for your summer wedding, an outdoor barbecue is a fab idea. The Rooftop Garden at the Lough Rea Hotel & Spa offers a very popular barbecue menu for your after party. With three great menu options, it will suit all budgets. Starting from €15*pp your guests could be dining in style with mouth-watering New York style hotdogs, homemade beef burgers and Teriyaki chicken kebabs.
If a finger food menu would be more suited to your relaxed after party theme, the Rooftop Garden also provides a budget friendly menu with four choices starting from €10*pp.
Consider Your Budget
After the cost of your wedding, the after party budget will be a factor for many couples. It’s a completely personal choice whether you want to splash the cash or save on costs which will help ease you into married life in later months. It’s best to sit down together and discuss your options beforehand as it’s the little things that will add up. Decide whether you want to host an open bar or if you would prefer to buy one round of drinks for your guests. The Roof Top Garden at the Loughrea Garden also offers various options for your drinks reception to suit your budget; including Prosecco or wine and cocktails freshly made by their mixologist. In winter you can also treat guests to a hot chocolate on arrival with fluffy mallows, mulled wine, Irish Coffees and a choice of winter cocktails.
Maybe you want to go for a different theme and decorate you party or you may be happy to keep it simple and just focus on food. Whatever you decide, it’s sure to be a intimate day to finish off your celebrations.
Invite Etiquette
There are no boundaries when it comes to your after party guest list. It really is a casual affair, so if you had to cut your wedding day list to accommodate your budget, feel free to invite those who could not join in your happy day. They will be delighted that you have thought to ask and will want to hear all the details of how your day went.
Enjoy The Big Finale
If you are worried about not getting the chance to talk to all your guests the day before, this is your chance to mingle! Relax and unwind after all your hard planning over the previous months. Family gatherings are few and far between with today’s fast-paced lifestyle. Enjoy the final moments of your special occasion with all your loved ones and create memories that will last you a lifetime.
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