Welcome bags for weddings are more commonly used for out of town guests that are staying at your chosen partnered hotel. It’s a great way to say welcome and thank you for traveling to share in your special day. When you book your wedding reception, often venues are partnered with specific hotels that offer select room rates for your guests in a room block. A month before your wedding, check with the hotel to get a rough estimate of how many guests have chosen to book under your room block. These guests are often out-of-towners who are traveling for your big day. In many cultures, it’s customary to welcome guests when they check into the hotel. However, you don’t want to be spending the precious days before your wedding greeting family and friends in the hotel lobby! As an alternative, piece together welcome bags for them to feel the love right from the moment they check into their room. Ask your hotel what their policy is with welcome bags as many will hold the bags at the front desk and distribute them to your guests upon check in. Once you’ve decided to provide out of town guests with welcome bags, the next question is what to include in them! Don’t worry, we have a list of items that are sure to please and welcome your attendees. You know your guests best so be sure to mix and match these to best represent the area and you as a couple. Ideas for inside: Small gift bag or printed tote Water or specialty drink Advil Snacks- bonus points for local products Map of area List of things to do around town Wedding schedule for all events guests are welcome to Shuttle schedule Practical items: sewing kit, safety pins, lint roller, sunscreen, mints A few of your favorite things Handwritten note on a local postcard Tips while making them: Don’t do it alone. Enlist the help of your wedding party and family! Make it a fun event for them to come and help with any last minute wedding needs while also having fun creating small take a ways for guests. Size matters. Make sure you don’t overload the bag with larger sized goodies. Odds are there will be guests who are traveling with smaller sized luggage and might not have room for larger items. Keep things small and simple. Personalization is key. Add a touch of the couple in each item with specializing it towards your wedding colors, designation, or add a monogram or label to the pieces. Anyone can put a bag together but only you can customize it towards your day.

Getting hungry? We know we are! After a long day of celebrating your love, fuel your guests one last time to keep them alive and on the dance floor all night long! Below are some of our favorite late night snack options that will be loved by all! Which one would you have at your wedding? Nacho Bar Looking for a crunchy and filling treat? Nachos are the perfect pick for you and your guests! Allow attendees to make their own nacho creation with a variety of toppings! Add a Mariachi Band and Corona Coronitas and now you have spiced up the party! Coney Craze Dreaming of Detroit favorites? Allow out of town guests to experience Detroit’s deliciousness and curve your Coney needs with a hot dog delight. Pair the buns with fries and a mix toppings to make it a hit! Pizza Paradise Who doesn’t love a triangular piece of perfection? Customize your pizza with your favorite toppings and dressings to dip in! Having a variety of choices are perfect for all guests to choose their favorite! Milk and Cookie Moments This sweet snack is sure to wow guests by featuring a childhood (and adult) favorite! Mix up the traditional chocolate chip cookie with a variety of you and your partner’s favorites paired with a small glass of milk! Slider Station Mini burgers with bursts of flavor will have your guests feeling like a gourmet chef as they pack on the flavorful extras. Add a twist to this classic treat by providing a variety of different options and toppings. S’mores Bar What better way to bring the outside in than a custom s’mores bar. Allow your guests to get creative with a variety of cookies, chocolates, and different marshmallows. Pancake Packages Keep the party going into the morning and treat your guests with a breakfast inspired snack! Create a mini pancake stack with a variety of toppings such as syrup, fresh fruit, chocolate chips, and whipped cream!