Summer Wedding Reception Ideas

Some memorable ideas you'll want to steal for a summer wedding (or even party)!

1. Themed Cocktails and Flavored Water- Drinks infused with seasonal fruits or flowers.

Credit: Vintage Kitty

Credit: Vintage Kitty

2. Lawn Games- Cornhole, ladder toss, or horseshoe!

3. Lip Reader- A lip fortune teller! Kiss a paper and allow the reader to suggest some traits.

4. Hanging Flowers- Gorgeous flowers hanging from ceilings or trees.

5. String Lights- These lights always set the mood and are the perfect summer wedding addition.

Credit: Wedding Chicks

Credit: Wedding Chicks

6. Acapella Group or String Band- Have a surprise acapella group to sing at your cocktail hour or reception! Or even a string band during cocktail hour to create a peaceful ambiance.

7. Send off Sparklers- As the couple walks out of the ceremony or reception, wave some sparklers to send off the newlyweds!

Credit: Bridebox

Credit: Bridebox

8. Bonfire- Who doesn't love some s'mores or a campfire?

9. A Wedding Painting- Have a live artist come and paint a scene during your wedding!

Credit: Frank Formica

Credit: Frank Formica

10. Ice Cream Truck- This will satisfy everyone's late night sweet tooth craving!

Credit: Erin Mullins via Tipsy Cones

Credit: Erin Mullins via Tipsy Cones