35 New Year's Eve Wedding Ideas
35 New Year's Eve Wedding Ideas
Are you looking for the ideal wedding ideas for New Year's Eve? We have 35 possibilities for each of the main categories of this theme, from glamorous and glitzy to functional. Additionally, we examine the benefits and drawbacks of weddings on New Year's Eve, offer financial tips, and discuss other factors to consider if you want your special day to take place on December 31.
Explore 35 New Year's Eve wedding ideas to help you celebrate in style.
Ideas for the midnight countdown
With these inventive ball-drop party ideas, you can defy convention and have your guests entertained while ringing in the new year in your style.
1. Play a well-timed video of your most significant relationship moments to coincide with the countdown.
Edit ten minutes' worth of images and videos from the start of your romance until your engagement, and for your midnight photo, add a picture of you getting ready for the wedding.
2. Put on a surprise performance for extra special entertainment when the clock strikes twelve.
If you're musical, have your new spouse, and you sing a duet or have your bridal party do a choreographed dance.
3. Add a faux countdown at 9 pm.
Use this easy trick to save money on your venue or to follow strict out times. Gain the favor of senior citizens and parents of small children.
4. Swap confetti drops for throw streamers.
Learn this simple and incredibly visual trick by watching our tutorial video.
5. Project the New York City ball drop onto your venue wall.
To ensure a seamless stream, please test the Wi-Fi beforehand and bring your own projector or borrow one from the location.
Budget-friendly venue ideas
Make reservations at any of these fantastic locations for less than $5,000 to keep your holiday ceremony and/or reception as exquisite and reasonably priced as feasible.
6. Say your vows at The Mining Exchange.
Where: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Savor the elegant yet reasonably priced New Year's Eve wedding location's black and white art deco interior.
7. Tie the knot in the Bell Tower on 34th.
Where: Houston, Texas
For your New Year's Eve wedding, reserve the Bell Tower on the 34th to have inside and outdoor areas that feel and look like a mansion.
8. Celebrate with family and friends at the eclectic International Museum of Surgical Science.
Where: Chicago, Illinois
Imagine having your wedding on New Year's Eve with a view of a lake and surrounded by marble floors, columns, and statues.
9. Host your wedding at The View on the Hudson.
Location: New York's Piermont
If your dream location features a lavish ballroom, breathtaking waterfront views, and glittering chandeliers, celebrate at The View on the Hudson.
10. Dance into the New Year at The Ultimate Skybox at Diamond View Tower.
Location: California's San Diego
Enjoy fireworks shows throughout San Diego at this exclusive location.
New Year's Eve wedding ideas for décor
Make your wedding location festive with a few basic yet stylish themed items that can be purchased from most party stores or internet retailers.
11. Arrange a decorative New Year's Eve photo prop table.
Hang Mardi Gras-style beads from candelabras, arrange stick signs in vases with gold stripes, and stack plastic black hats into a pyramid.
12. Put vintage clocks on all your tables.
To add an ancient flavor to a mismatched collection, choose dials with Roman numerals or spray paint them black and gold.
13. Add gold sequin table runners.
Place bowls, candelabras, and clear glasses on top to keep the runners in the spotlight.
14. Write the cocktail menu on an ornate standing mirror with a dry-erase marker.
To get a similar look but in a smaller size, use an old picture frame without the backing.
15. Line the aisle with large faux peacock feathers in clear glass vases for extra texture.
For a little eclectic style, combine black and white feathers, or stick to monochromatic to draw attention to your wedding party entrances.
Centerpiece ideas
Use your own or upcycle commonplace items to make a unique table display.
16. Fill tall hurricanes with gold and white glitter ornaments.
Ornaments for Christmas tree balls can be reused or bought on sale the following week.
17. Have a New Year's Resolution bowl on each table.
Give each guest a small envelope to write their resolution on and retain as a wedding favor, along with slips of paper and ornamental pens in various jars.
18. Spray paint empty champagne bottles with silver glitter.
Before spray painting, attach a large number of stickers to the bottle. Remove the stickers once the paint is dried to create a simple table number sign.
19. Display New Year's Eve photo props in mason jars.
Props can be made more wedding-appropriate using higher-quality paper with striped or dotted sticks in a single theme or collection.
20. Group disco balls in varying sizes to create a sparkly display.
Choose one giant disco ball, one medium, and one to three small ones to give height and additional visual appeal. Arrange flowers around or on top of the disco balls to provide a romantic touch.
Food ideas for your New Year's Eve wedding
Long after the wedding is finished, your friends and family will still be talking about these delicious sweets, which will keep them satiated all night while they drink and dance into the new year.
21. Impress friends and family with mini steak and fry skewers.
To form a C shape with the meat, skewer one side of a thinly sliced steak, sandwich it with three to five slim fries, and then skewer the other.
22. Serve cheese fondue at every table.
Serve some delectable dips, including crispy bacon, green apple pieces, and black bread.
23. Have a DIY champagne bar.
Let visitors pour the champagne and add interesting concoctions like cotton candy, flavored syrups, and berries.
24. Make shrimp cocktails with a kick.
For a unique DIY New Year's Eve treat, try Ina Garten's simple sauce.
25. Surprise wedding guests with these delightful New Year's Resolution cookies.
Request these champagne glass-shaped snacks from your caterer. A New Year's Eve fortune and a shower of rainbow sprinkles are revealed when they are opened.
New Year's Eve wedding ideas for cake
For New Year's Eve, keep your cake base basic using solid fondant tiers in a few traditional colors. Your wedding cake will stand out if you incorporate unusual designs, splashes of color, and texture.
26. Layer textured white, gold glitter, and solid white cake tiers.
Garnish with edible gold flakes or silver balls for a little more flair.
27. Add tufted gold frosting to the edges of a solid black cake.
Add a glittery pom, silver and gold wreath, or stylish noisemaker.
28. Top a marble fondant cake tier with a rose gold one.
Serve on an acrylic or glossy black cake stand to finish the presentation.
29. Light real sparklers around the cake for the perfect New Year's Eve photo opp.
However, be sure that your venue will let them first!
30. Stencil a white damask print to a black cake base and top with black, gold, and white dipped roses.
Or, for a more retro look at this simple cake topper, consider a lace print.
New Year's Eve wedding dress ideas
To add a little additional flair to your wedding dress ensemble, try experimenting with modern, retro, or art deco-inspired designs.
31. Choose a vintage feather skirt for some old-school glamour.
Or, for the ideal bridal accessories that complement the entire style, search for headbands and capes made of imitation feathers.
32. Select a beaded sweetheart bodice to bring in a fun texture.
For a completely original style, pair with textured shoes or adorn the top of your shoe with a beaded brooch.
33. Dazzle wedding guests with a sequin kimono.
Wear a faux fur shawl and keep your hair and shoes basic for warmth.
34. Wear a shimmery white mermaid gown.
For this bohemian New Year's Eve ensemble, wear your hair long and flowing with a few stylish glitter or beaded clips.
35. Skip white altogether and wear a black, gold, or silver wedding dress.
Add playful accessories like a lace wrap or neon pink heels to increase the drama.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about New Year's Eve weddings.
Is a New Year's Eve wedding a good idea?
Yes, if you want glitzy designs and your reception to be filled with dancing, drinking, and a lively celebration. However, if you can't plan the wedding 12 to 18 months in advance, remember that a New Year's Eve wedding also implies costly holiday travel for all your out-of-town guests and possibly increased venue and vendor expenses.
Is it more expensive to have a wedding on New Year's Eve?
Yes, most of the time. Venues, employees, and performers frequently charge more for their time because it's a holiday. Nonetheless, there are several strategies you can use to cut back on your spending, such as:
- Serve plenty of appetizers or sweets instead of a sit-down dinner, and start the ceremony at around 8 pm so guests can eat dinner beforehand.
- Since fresh stems are more expensive in the winter, avoid actual flowers. Instead, choose unusual décor pieces, many candles, and decorations or props for the New Year's Eve party.
- Consider a glamorous cocktail dress or a playful sequin gown for an inexpensive yet stylish alternative to a traditional wedding gown.
Cap off your New Year's Eve wedding ideas list with even more great tips.
Your wedding countdown, venue, centerpiece, décor, cake, and dress are all planned for New Year's Eve! You are also better knowledgeable about organizing and cutting costs for a wedding on a holiday. Check out our advice on the ideal day to be married if you're still unsure whether a New Year's Eve wedding is the right choice. Look at these lovely Christmas wedding ideas for even more holiday wedding inspiration.