17 Unique 4th of July Wedding Ideas For The Big Day
- Date: August 16, 2024
- Topic: Events
- Contributors: Written by Peerspace Staff
Source: Peerspace
From barbecues to fireworks, the 4th of July is one of those holidays we are all counting down the days for. But what if you’re planning a summer wedding and still need a cohesive theme for the day? How about combining the two into one mega holiday? Peerspace loves nothing better than helping people plan once-in-a-lifetime celebrations like these. So check out a few of our unique 4th of July wedding ideas for the big day of your dreams!
1. Choose festive 4th of July colors
You aren’t limited to traditional wedding colors like white and black when choosing what outfits to wear. If you want a 4th of July wedding idea that’s instantly going to catch people’s attention, think about red, white, and blue outfits for the bride, groom, bridesmaids, and groomsmen. You can have the groom and his groomsmen dress in blue, the bridesmaids in red, and the bride in traditional white as a truly eye-catching idea!
2. Book a summer party venue
The 4th of July is a party day for most people so why not have the wedding at a party venue? A beach, a hotel resort, a spa, a summer cabin, or a luxury villa are just a few alternatives to the usual church or reception hall that you could consider. Peerspace happens to be one of the nation’s leading providers of online venue rentals. We have all kinds of summer party wedding venues to choose from near you, including this Getty-inspired oasis in Los Angeles, CA!
3. Cut a red, white, and blue wedding cake
If you’re committing to the 4th of July as a wedding theme, then don’t stop with red, white, and blue outfits. Pick up a cake decorated to match! You can have colored frosting flowers, ribbons, flags, and other decorations added to the traditional white wedding cake. Add some sparklers on top to invoke fireworks and you’ll have one of the most memorable wedding cakes ever served.
4. Include the national flower everywhere
Did you know that roses are the national flower of the United States? That makes them as iconic for the 4th of July as they are in wedding bouquets. Roses are in demand year-round so adding bunches of cut flowers to jars on tables and weaving them into your bouquet is an easy 4th of July wedding idea to incorporate!
Check out more of our favorite 4th of July decoration ideas to help deck out your wedding venue in the most festive way possible.
5. Send wedding invitations with 4th of July colors
If your wedding is going to be on the 4th of July, then you’ll likely want to play up the patriotism some! Start things off right with wedding invitations that are colored red, white, and blue. You can have invites with flags, fireworks, and other festivities that show you’ll be celebrating the nation’s founding along with the start of your marriage.
6. Have a fireworks-themed wedding bouquet
The bouquet is just one of the many decorative elements that tie a wedding theme together…If the 4th of July is your wedding day then how about some floral fireworks? A bouquet with bright and showy flowers like roses, dahlias, and poppies is a great foundation to work with. Snapdragons add suggestions of streamers racing past and green leaves add extra contrast to your floral fireworks display!
7. Wear your military uniform
If one or both of you served in the military, then a 4th of July wedding is a wonderful chance to weave that into the ceremony. A military uniform is as presentable as any suit or dress. Military couples often wear them for weddings so if your special date is July 4th you should absolutely show up in uniform!
8. Wear patriotic colors to the rehearsal dinner
Even though the wedding is on July 4th you can still stick to the theme for the rehearsal dinner. Wear outfits with red, white, and blue hues. A blue and white floral dress for her and a red vest or tie for him is another way to include the theme while still leaving room for traditional black and white tones!
9. Plan a fireworks display
Weddings are the start of something new and spectacular for the two of you…Celebrating your marriage with fireworks is doable for any wedding – but a 4th of July-themed one? How can you not have fireworks?! If you don’t want to go all in with rockets then pick up a few boxes of streamers for guests to light at the end of the ceremony instead.
10. Serve an all-American menu
4th of July parties and backyard barbecues mean enjoying classic food like cheeseburgers, grilled hot dogs, potato salad, chips, and apple pie. What could be better as a 4th of July wedding idea than filling the menu with holiday fare like this? You can even hire a food truck or a few grill masters to crank out hot burgers and dogs for guests to enjoy as they mingle!
11. Show up in American flag socks
Looking for a unique 4th of July wedding idea that’s festive and bound to get a few laughs from your friends and family? Show up wearing American flag socks to honor the holiday! The groom and his groomsmen should take a moment to pose showcasing their socks for all to see. The bride and bridesmaids can wear them as well; it’s your wedding so dress as you please.
12. Beat the heat with a poolside wedding
The 4th of July is when everyone is usually out having a pool party with beer and burgers. Just because it’s your wedding doesn’t mean you have to take away the pool! How about a poolside wedding, where guests can soak instead of sit formally while watching the ceremony? Pool parties as a 4th of July wedding idea are especially appropriate if you’re having a destination wedding.
Peerspace has all kinds of poolside venues for weddings and other special occasions if you want to fly somewhere sunny and warm! One of our favorites is this luxury villa in Las Vegas, NV, with a resort-style pool just minutes from the Strip.
Learn more about where to rent a pool by the hour this summer with our handy guide!
13. Have an ice cream bar
The 4th of July is one of the hottest days of the year in much of the country. And what could be better on a hot day than an ice cream party? Set up an ice cream bar for guests to beat the heat; if your wedding is an outdoor affair then a tent or shady spot is the best location. Make sure your ice cream bar has a few flavors so even the pickiest eaters won’t be disappointed with the selection!
14. Host a picnic wedding reception
A wedding reception doesn’t mean you have to miss out on a glorious summer day! Why not make the party an outdoor picnic reception instead? Have blankets set with premade picnic lunch baskets that guests can pick up. A picnic reception has a cheerful and casual feeling that’s truly unique!
15. Build a patriotic wedding arch
Since it is the 4th of July, why not get married in front of a wedding arch that embraces the holiday theme? A wedding arch with red, white, and blue colors is a fun addition! You could use balloons, flowers, or ribbons in those colors…Or even use an actual flag as part of the arch.
16. Celebrate with a getaway car
The getaway car is a delightful tradition in American weddings from the 1950s. We’ve all seen it in popular culture and likely at a few weddings we’ve been to. Bring back this nostalgic nod to popular American culture as a fun 4th of July wedding idea! Once inside you can drive off for a short trip around the city, with a “Just Hitched” sign on the rear, as is tradition!
17. Add vintage American decorations
Last on our list of unique 4th of July wedding ideas is weaving vintage Americana into the decorations. Add a faded American flag, a few pairs of cowboy boots, some 4th of July fireworks…There are all kinds of decorative touches you can include for a classic American atmosphere!
4th of July wedding ideas: conclusion
The 4th of July and weddings are related in that both are steeped in all kinds of traditions. Yet you can easily have a unique 4th of July wedding while honoring both marriage and the nation’s founding using some of the ideas listed here.
We hope Peerspace has been a resource for your wedding planning. Besides great ideas, we are also home to some of the best wedding venues near you! So take a moment and see what spaces we have available while you’re here!
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