Trying to find summer wedding ideas to make your big day unforgettable? There are so many unique and elevated ways to enhance your warm-weather wedding, and we've curated dozens of ideas from real weddings to inspire you. From seasonal florals and light, fresh reception bites to décor ideas that fit with the season, there's no shortage of ways to infuse the best of summer into your celebration.
When it comes to planning a summer wedding, keep your guests in mind and remember that you'll be dealing with higher temperatures and UV rays. Creative signature co*cktails—like popsicles in Prosecco, sangria stations, and Cosmos garnished with edible flowers—can help guests battle the heat and quench their thirst. You can also swap the traditional tiered wedding cake for ice cream to give guests a sweet, chilled treat at the reception. If you're the whimsical type, consider hiring an actual ice-cream truck to come to your wedding as a special surprise.
Once you've covered the food and drinks, it's time to move on to your summer wedding décor. Consider creating shaded areas for your guests with chic umbrellas above decorated outdoor lounges, or hang greenery and colorful blooms that'll capture your guests' attention. Don't forget to consider using string lights to add a beautiful glow to your celebration.
Want to more inspiration for your late June, July, August, or early September nuptials? Ahead, discover 58 summer wedding ideas that will make for a truly amazing day.
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Send Destination-Specific Invites
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It all starts with the invites. Take inspiration from your warm-weather wedding destination and choose summery invitations that feature the same flora and fauna found at your venue.
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Make Welcome Beach Bags
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If you’re hosting your summer wedding in a remote location, it’s important to think of all the things guests may need in a pinch but might not be able to find. Put together a welcome bag filled with essentials like bottled water, sweet and savory snacks, Advil, Band-Aids, safety pins, sunscreen, and bug repellent.
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Gift Festive Favors
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Help your guests battle the heat waves by gifting them chic hats. For a fun touch, make the straw party favors a part of the event's summer-ready décor.
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Throw a Casual Pre-Party
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Summer is all about letting the good times roll, so instead of a traditional rehearsal dinner, host a pool or beach welcome party. A barefoot celebration on the sand is the perfect way to get the weekend started.
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Host a Clam Bake
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Feel free to get creative with the food you serve at a summer rehearsal dinner. For example, this couple hosted a clam bake in honor of the groom's Maine roots. The event's printed materials featured catchy sayings with nods to the couple and the wedding setting.
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Embrace Al Fresco Dining
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One of the major benefits of hosting a summer wedding is the warm weather. If the temperatures are mild enough, host your reception outdoors. After all, there's nothing like open-air dining during the summer.
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Take a Boat Ride
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Hosting a celebration on a lake or near the ocean? Organize time for you and your guests to get out on the water. You can keep it casual with a small excursion or host a pre-wedding party on a larger vessel.
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Create Custom Beach Towels
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Leave custom beach towels in your guests' hotel rooms so they can use them at the pool or beach all weekend long. We love how this couple created a map of their wedding festivities for their favor design.
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Minimize Time in Direct Sun
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The last thing you want to do is ask guests to stand around in the sun for hours on end. While we suggest keeping the time between your ceremony and reception short at any time of year, it's especially essential when temperatures spike. You should also consider tenting your outdoor reception to keep out the harsh rays or a possible rain shower.
Time your wedding to take place during the cooler points of the day with a sunset ceremony and an evening reception.
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Have a Coconut Water Station
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Keep your guests hydrated with a coconut water station. The tropical beverage will quench their thirst while the coconuts make for a pretty picture.
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Keep the Menu Light and Fresh
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There's a time and place for a heavy, decadent five-course meal, and your summer wedding is probably not it. Stick to lighter fare, like fish, chicken, a fresh salad, and seasonal vegetables.
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Have Watermelon Snacks
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Everyone loves watermelon during the summertime. Have your caterer cut small pieces and attach them to sticks for easy eating. Make sure you have plenty of personalized co*cktail napkins on hand so things don't get messy.
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Serve Prosecco With Popsicles
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Add a popsicle to each glass of Prosecco for the perfect summer drink. Make it photo-worthy by filling each pop with edible flowers.
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Sport Sunglasses
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Sunglasses are the perfect summer wedding favor. You and your guests can use them during the ceremony and even take them home after the wedding is over.
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Carry a Cute Clutch
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Embrace a summer wardrobe staple by having a custom clutch made for your big day. This design incorporates the couple's wedding venue and favorite locations.
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Choose Airy Fabrics for Everyone
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This summer wedding idea is a crucial one. When choosing your dress, suit, or bridal party's ensembles, stick to lighter, flowing fabrics that will help keep everyone cool.
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Customize Signature co*cktails
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When it comes to your signature co*cktails, choose lighter spirits paired with refreshing flavors. We suggest focusing on cucumber, mint, or berries to create light, flavorful sips.
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Display a Spread
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When it's scorching hot outside, most people crave light, cool bites. Create an appetizer spread at co*cktail hour of delicious cheeses, charcuterie, vegetables, and other treats for guests to graze.
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Provide Parasols
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Guests not only look sophisticated with a parasol in hand, but the delicate umbrellas also provide protection from harsh UV rays. Offer them to guests to use during the ceremony on a hot day.
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Consider Humidity-Proof Hairstyles
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It's hard enough for most brides and bridesmaids to tame their hair into a perfect updo. Add in heat and humidity, and long curls or waves could end up disastrous. To fight frizz and excess moisture, those with long hair should try pulling part or all of their hair off their face and neck to stay cool and picture-perfect.
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Provide Fans
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Want guests to stay comfortable during your ceremony? Provide fans along with your programs or place one at each dinner place setting. It can even double as an escort card.
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Embrace a Flower Wall
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One surefire way to make a visual impression? A flower wall. Use one as your altar or add one to the reception space to give guests a photo-worthy backdrop.
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Opt for a Fresh Color Palette
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For summer weddings, skip darker tones in favor of lighter, airier shadesx. We love neutral weddings or bold colors like bright yellow, coral, or blue. Figure out what works best in your space, but avoid heavy tones that make everything feel warmer than it already is.
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Include Some Shade
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If you're throwing a summer wedding, you're probably hosting part of the day outdoors. Make sure to have shaded areas where guests can escape the heat. A tent for dinner or plenty of umbrella-covered seating can serve as escapes from the scorching sun.
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Make the Bar a Focal Point
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Nothing says "cool" like an outdoor bar where guests can sip their drinks in the sunshine. You can decorate the bar with flowers and garlands of greenery or set it against a stunning backdrop.
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Make a Sweet Escape
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Once the ceremony is finished, pop in a getaway car for your new spouse and head off to your reception in style. Make sure the top is down so you can get some great photos and enjoy a nice breeze.
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Display Statement Signage
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One of our favorite summer wedding ideas is pressed flower details. Take note of these statement acrylic signs, which served as the signature co*cktail menu along with pretty floral accents.
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Get Creative With Appetizers
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Guests will thank you for these summer-inspired passed appetizers. Think of everything you enjoy munching on in your backyard when June, July, and August roll around: burgers, hot dogs, tacos, and other barbecue favorites. Then, leave it to your caterer to elevate the noshes for co*cktail hour.
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Mix Up Mini Margaritas
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Who doesn't love a refreshing margarita when summertime rolls around? Serve adorable mini margaritas at your co*cktail hour and guests will instantly be transported to the beach.
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Serve Frosé
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Clearly, we adore summer wedding co*cktail ideas. Have your caterer or bartender stock up on everyone's favorite summer wine—rosé—to create this delicious, slushy beverage. These push-pop-style slushies couldn't be more clever.
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Have Bug Spray on Hand
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On steamy summer days, it’s a thoughtful idea to provide wedding guests with bug spray to help protect them from pesky mosquitoes. Fill a wooden crate with a few bottles of repellant and display it at a table near the entrance to the wedding ceremony. Add a cute sign to ensure guests don't miss this crucial station.
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Decorate With Balloons
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Balloons aren't just for children's birthday parties. They are also fun and playful summer wedding décor items. Stick to white balloons to keep the color palette clean and sophisticated or go all out with a rainbow of color.
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Source Local Oysters
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Summer is all about seafood. If you're hosting your summer wedding seaside, try to source fresh, local oysters for guests to enjoy during co*cktail hour.
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Party Poolside
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If you're planning a wedding at a resort or private residence, see if you can host your nuptials poolside. Nothing says summer wedding like a glistening blue pool.
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Throw in Some Pool Floats
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Have we convinced you to throw a poolside bash? Throw some pool floats in the water for a playful take on décor.
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Play Games
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Give your guests fun activities to do besides dancing. Backyard summer weddings practically beg for a cornhole, croquet, or other lawn-game setups.
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Make a Memorable Guest Book
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Instead of a traditional guest book, have your family and friends sign something a little more on-theme to the season like a surfboard. Hang it on a wall of your home after the big day so you can enjoy it way past your wedding date.
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Set Up a Refreshments Station
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Help guests beat the heat upon arrival with a selection of tasty and hydrating beverages. In addition to co*cktails, make sure to also offer water and zero-proof options for those who do not drink.
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Create a Cactus Escort Card Display
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Play up your destination by embracing the local fauna and using it to create an escort card display. This prickly idea works especially well for a summer destination wedding in Mexico.
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Sign Some Palms
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Palm leaf details are one of those summer wedding ideas that have withstood the test of time. They're fresh, bright, tropical, and can even work as a source of shade if you're especially crafty. We love how a creative couple used them as a seating chart.
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Make a Fun Installation
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If you haven't heard, palm leaves can be the ultimate destination wedding décor. Hang some up above the head table for a tropical touch.
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Decorate With Fresh Fruit
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Our favorite summer wedding ideas tend to be bright, unexpected, and fresh. A great example? These citrus fruits, which can act as chic centerpieces and bring lots of color and texture to tables.
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Dine Under Hanging Flowers
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Think outside the box when approaching summer florals. These hanging arrangements showcase the summer's bright hues at a dinner reception.
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Use Colorful Candles
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Summer is truly all about color and one way to add it to your tables is with candles. Whether standing alone or floating in water in the middle of the table, colored candles will add a vibrant splash of fun and create mood lighting when the sun goes down.
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Embrace Seasonal Blooms
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Summer wedding flowers are not only drop-dead gorgeous, but they can also save you a bit of money. It's much easier for florists to source seasonal blooms, so your vendors and your wallet will thank you.
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Incorporate Summer Succulents
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You'll want to talk to your florist about heat-resistant plants that won't wilt in high temperatures. Succulents are a statement-making option that can withstand even the steamiest of wedding days. Consider this idea of using potted succulents as escort cards. They can also double as favors for a sweet and sustainable touch.
Need a summer-ready flower? As a rule of thumb, hydrangeas will wither in the heat, while calla lilies, orchids, garden roses, and sunflowers can handle warmer weather.
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Set the Ambience With String Lights
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It wouldn't be a list of summer wedding ideas without including twinkling string lights. After all, dinner under the stars is a summer tradition.
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Set Up a Cozy Lounge Area
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Give guests a place to rest their feet from dancing by setting up a relaxing lounge area that fits within your color palette and theme. If it's outdoors, make sure to provide some blankets if the temperatures drop later in the night.
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Keep Your Tabletop Simple
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If you're tying the knot outdoors, chances are good that the setting of your summer wedding is already gorgeous. Ensure that you don't take away from the beautiful natural backdrop by keeping your table décor simple with light, neutral linens.
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Hang Flower Garlands
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Flower garlands have such a fairy-tale feel about them. String them up at your summer wedding for a sweet look. To make them even more special, attach them to string lights so they twinkle when the sun goes down.
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Opt for a Summer-Friendly Dessert Station
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Want to really wow your guests? Have your caterer create a summer-friendly dessert station with chilly treats like ice cream, popsicles, and fruit sorbet to help cool everyone down in between sessions on the dance floor. You can even offer alcohol-spiked shaved ice for an adult-friendly option.
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Keep the Cake Simple
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All a summer wedding cake really needs is a few beautiful flowers to top it off. We love how these brightly colored florals pop against a white semi-naked cake.
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Serve Pies
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Everyone loves pie come the Fourth of July, so why not serve it at your wedding? It's a great dessert idea if you want to provide guests an option other than cake.
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Set Up a Photo Booth
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Photo booths are a long-standing wedding staple for a reason: They're fun and can capture life-long memories. Make yours summer-wedding appropriate by outfitting it in plenty of florals and summer hues.
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Light Up the Night
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One of the biggest décor darlings for summer is a custom neon sign. Whether the sign says your names, a special slogan, or even your wedding hashtag, it gives your party an electric vibe. Plus, it’s the kind of decoration you can display in your home after the party is over.
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Send Everyone Off With Sparklers
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As your celebration comes to a close, light up the night with sparklers. You can't deny that they create stunning wedding exit photos.
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Host an After-Party
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Don't let the party stop before you're ready. Set up a space with a DJ and late-night bites for an epic late-night soirée.
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Have a Silent Disco
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If your venue needs noise permit late at night, host a silent disco so you don't have to worry about dancing into the wee hours of the morning. After all, every good summer party goes late into the night!
