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A French wedding day, from ceremony to brunch

For guests from abroad, the rhythm of a French wedding can come as a surprise: the day is long, and the party runs late. Here is an example timeline, to adapt to your own schedule.

The ceremony

It often takes place in the early or middle of the afternoon. Civil, religious or symbolic, it opens the day and brings your loved ones together.

The vin d’honneur

Right after the ceremony, your guests gather for drinks. It is a long, convivial moment, often outdoors, where the families get to know each other. The cocktail bar sets the tone.

The dinner

It usually begins in the early evening and takes its time: several courses, speeches, sometimes entertainment between courses.

The evening party

After dinner, the dance floor opens. This is often when the cocktail bar steps up a level, to keep the party going late into the night.

The next-day brunch

Many weddings continue the next day with a more relaxed brunch. Fresh cocktails and alcohol-free creations, to get together before saying goodbye.

Every wedding is different

This timeline is an example. Tell us how your day will unfold: we build the bar that fits it.

Read more: our guides for weddings in France.

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