How to Include the Father of the Groom

While tradition places a great deal of importance on the parents of the bride, modern practices ensure that the father of the groom isn't left out.

Things You'll Need

  • Invitations
  • Thank-you Greeting Cards
  • Wedding Albums
  • Wedding Cakes
  • Live Band And DJ Rentals
  • Wedding Programs
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Instructions

    • 1

      Ask him to tell you about any family traditions that you could include in the wedding and reception.

    • 2

      Give him an opportunity to chip in for the marriage license, officiant's fee, corsages, boutonnieres, bride's bouquet, groomsman's gifts, liquor and/or music - it's tradition.

    • 3

      Invite him to attend a couple's shower and bachelor party.

    • 4

      Give him the honor of hosting the rehearsal dinner.

    • 5

      Delegate to him a special ceremonial role in the wedding, such as the lighting of the Unity Candle or the Scripture reading.

    • 6

      Reserve him a place in the receiving line after the groom's mother.

    • 7

      Ask him to deliver a toast after the brides' parents at the reception and to help organize the bar - especially if he is footing the bill.

    • 8

      Grant him a dance with the bride.

    • 9

      Serve the parents of the groom the fifth and sixth pieces of cake (after the newlywed couple and the bride's parents) as a show of respect.

Tips & Warnings

  • Consider Dad's interests, free time and your relationship with him when seeking his help.

  • Partner the dads up on tasks if they make a good team, or assign them specific duties if they're more the "go solo" types.

  • In a Jewish wedding, the father escorts the groom down the aisle and offers a blessing.

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