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Rehearsal Dinner
Typically held the night before the wedding, the rehearsal dinner is the first chance to celebrate the couple-to-be ahead of their nuptials. Whether you're planning or attending a rehearsal dinner, we outline everything you need to know about the pre-wedding party.
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The Complete Guide to Rehearsal Dinner Invitation Wording
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This Couple Kicked Off Their Wedding Weekend With a Beachside Welcome Party and a Farm-to-Table Rehearsal Dinner
![A navy blue napkin and a white menu tied together with a string on top of a white plate set on a table with white linens, greenery, white flowers, and blue taper candles](https://www.brides.com/thmb/RBzJSF6j_8P5GKPcVhGR8PkGarI=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/rehearsal-dinner-mistakes-tablescape-recirc-getty-images-ea78350c6538487a82e4b98f01979cbc.jpg)
The 5 Most Common Rehearsal Dinner Mistakes, According to Experts
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What to Wear to a Rehearsal Dinner as the Bride
![Angela and Allister on boat welcome cruise on the Seine River in Paris surrounded by rose bushes](https://www.brides.com/thmb/TT_EXDIndaT68w7lk1KWABZ9Zbs=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/re-13d16f2e2efc4983b691d0b1ddd71de4.jpg)
The Eiffel Tower Was the Backdrop to This Wedding Welcome Cruise and Dinner in Paris
![Michelle and Pearce at Palm Beach wedding](https://www.brides.com/thmb/ghItVvbvpzsSmP_PcsUGoLsrWGw=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/re-f6730ea8b06e4dab916179e45c35c0cf.jpg)
The Bride Wore Color and Sequins at a Florida Welcome Party and Rehearsal Dinner
![Jake van Leer and Melanie Borinstein rehearsal dinner in Montecito](https://www.brides.com/thmb/aSkO8jRAdwNFntEysKcoyPn02Eg=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/melanie-jacob_01-650d0160f256469bb2b5b219b0063e77.jpg)
An Elevated Italian-Inspired Rehearsal Luncheon and Welcome Party in Montecito
![Charlotte and Charlie rehearsal dinner in Connecticut](https://www.brides.com/thmb/fvBmJPfAtuf0NwIPpgdFU8m19B8=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/charlotte-charlie_01-64794cb2cd8b46e39ee2a5dd194f53a9.jpg)
A Classic Connecticut Rehearsal Dinner Under the Stars
![groom and bride in bohemian dress at rehearsal dinner](https://www.brides.com/thmb/T_pUBAPGTAqj5Jw2NDYVM_AS_fs=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/angela-ketan_01-45be0e85f4e249368630ebf9890b5c83.jpg)
The Bride's Dress Inspired Her Bohemian Rehearsal Dinner at a French Château
![Kayli and John at Troutbeck, New York rehearsal dinner](https://www.brides.com/thmb/tHxzMYJa835Akx7E2SSU0wzcpcQ=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/recirc-a9126a26850343d091fa10dab3f2ae9b.jpg)
A Backyard Party-Inspired Rehearsal Dinner and Welcome Event in New York
![Julia and Jonah kiss at Mexico beach rehearsal dinner](https://www.brides.com/thmb/SonPz4c38zLaA_2qD0WOf_sU7KE=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/recirc-8ed115732cb74d638ae6cc0713ea8b24.jpg)
The Guests Wore White at This Colorful Beach Rehearsal Dinner in Mexico
![Andrew and Taylyr Gans rehearsal dinner](https://www.brides.com/thmb/CwosXbyO04n-e1KGbRPgADSNIV4=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/recirc-5337d86e7b9c401b88ca8a37c65517de.jpg)
An Intimate Food-Focused Rehearsal Dinner at San Ysidro Ranch in Santa Barbara
![Meg and Zak Aspen rehearsal dinner](https://www.brides.com/thmb/CBoioFnN4S-g25jW_oJYShdB5pQ=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/recirc-5de319f4f4d74b7ea85ee8e3340fb5d9.jpg)
A Elegant Western Rehearsal Dinner in Aspen, Colorado
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How to Plan the Perfect Rehearsal Dinner Menu
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The 23 Best Rehearsal Dinner Dresses for Every Style and Season
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15 Ways to Make Your Rehearsal Dinner as Memorable as the Wedding
![A rehearsal dinner table set with a blue runner, tall candles, white roses, and pear-shaped candle guest favors.](https://www.brides.com/thmb/lbVOHb9NwZQtyBpMtOelSDbHgdE=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/33808_11-b1ea3c959b8f4c5aaa5c86835ea58c91.jpg)
How to Create a Rehearsal Dinner Seating Chart
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How Much Does a Rehearsal Dinner Cost?
![Young Man Giving Rehearsal Dinner Toast at Friend's Wedding with Greenery Backdrop](https://www.brides.com/thmb/UyMxjg7XJ3kltpB17DO2s_9pW-Q=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/friend-rehearsal-dinner-toast-katherine-marchand-primary-0923-e433e6185ffe4475a3a1a744bd0df8dc.jpg)
How to Write a Rehearsal Dinner Toast
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Do We Have to Have a Wedding Rehearsal?
![bride, groom, and wedding guests cheering with champagne and sparklers in front of the eiffel tower](https://www.brides.com/thmb/FS9KYj1k9417nMisBrB0mDsy_S4=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/parisianwelcomeparty-caec50a6ac4f44fcbd87214bd8d8343f.jpg)
How to Plan the Ultimate Wedding Welcome Party
![bride wearing a white lace dress, in between two bridesmaids wearing chic two-piece rehearsal dinner looks](https://www.brides.com/thmb/wYWdbng6dgQx-y7buWsUk--3bD0=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/rehearsal-dinner-bridesmaid-attire-recirc-Jose-Villa-00842115d7974ad0a16473dea4691bd5.jpg)
What to Wear to a Rehearsal Dinner as a Bridesmaid
![bride and groom gazing into each other's eyes while posing in semi-formal attire](https://www.brides.com/thmb/IMlZIyBzp5B4rP3rKCWUjRh-gR4=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/rehearsal-dinner-groom-attire-recirc-Alen-Karupovic-8033d91c14a94bb3b3b03f3069a8e93b.jpg)
What to Wear to a Rehearsal Dinner as the Groom
![Wedding guests mingle at reception table](https://www.brides.com/thmb/MZKmhUX3Jyr-_hbXPhEnZb2A-Fs=/600x600/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/alden-and-brian-wedding-patricia-lyons-photography-37-8075f1dfff8443e8a3ef2534e02e6d4c-467510eb415f4b089ff079ad071f7daa.jpeg)
Do We Need to Give a Gift to the Rehearsal Dinner Hosts?
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These Online Etiquette Classes Will Make Sure Your Manners Are On-Point