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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.

rehearsal dinner invitation and RSVP card on deckle-edge paper
The Complete Guide to Rehearsal Dinner Invitation Wording
Wedding Couple at Beach Party
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
The 5 Most Common Rehearsal Dinner Mistakes, According to Experts
bride wearing a white and blue two-piece set
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
The Eiffel Tower Was the Backdrop to This Wedding Welcome Cruise and Dinner in Paris
Michelle and Pearce at Palm Beach wedding
The Bride Wore Color and Sequins at a Florida Welcome Party and Rehearsal Dinner
Meredith and William at their Montecito rehearsal dinner
Every Wedding Guest Attended This Chic Montecito Rehearsal Dinner
Jake van Leer and Melanie Borinstein rehearsal dinner in Montecito
An Elevated Italian-Inspired Rehearsal Luncheon and Welcome Party in Montecito
Charlotte and Charlie rehearsal dinner in Connecticut
A Classic Connecticut Rehearsal Dinner Under the Stars
groom and bride in bohemian dress at rehearsal dinner
The Bride's Dress Inspired Her Bohemian Rehearsal Dinner at a French Château
Kayli and John at Troutbeck, New York rehearsal dinner
A Backyard Party-Inspired Rehearsal Dinner and Welcome Event in New York
Julia and Jonah kiss at Mexico beach rehearsal dinner
The Guests Wore White at This Colorful Beach Rehearsal Dinner in Mexico
Andrew and Taylyr Gans rehearsal dinner
An Intimate Food-Focused Rehearsal Dinner at San Ysidro Ranch in Santa Barbara
Meg and Zak Aspen rehearsal dinner
A Elegant Western Rehearsal Dinner in Aspen, Colorado
rehearsal dinner menu
How to Plan the Perfect Rehearsal Dinner Menu
Brides Rehearsal Dinner Dresses
The 19 Best Rehearsal Dinner Dresses for Every Style and Season
rehearsal dinner ideas
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.
How to Create a Rehearsal Dinner Seating Chart
Rehearsal Dinner Cost
How Much Does a Rehearsal Dinner Cost?
Young Man Giving Rehearsal Dinner Toast at Friend's Wedding with Greenery Backdrop
How to Write a Rehearsal Dinner Toast
wedding rehearsal
Do We Have to Have a Wedding Rehearsal?
bride, groom, and wedding guests cheering with champagne and sparklers in front of the eiffel tower
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
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
What to Wear to a Rehearsal Dinner as the Groom
Wedding guests mingle at reception table
Do We Need to Give a Gift to the Rehearsal Dinner Hosts?
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