The night before a wedding is traditionally called the rehearsal dinner.
This evening is often held as a way to celebrate with close friends and family before the big day. It's a chance for the wedding party to practice the ceremony and for everyone to enjoy a delicious meal and good company.
The rehearsal dinner is a time for the bride and groom to relax and enjoy the last night of their single lives. It's also a chance for guests to get to know each other better and build anticipation for the wedding.
While it's commonly called the rehearsal dinner, there are other names for this event depending on the traditions and preferences of the couple:
- Engagement party: This is a celebration of the couple's engagement, often held before the wedding planning process begins.
- Welcome dinner: This is a more formal event that welcomes out-of-town guests and provides a chance for everyone to mingle.
- Bridal shower: This is a party specifically for the bride, where friends and family shower her with gifts.
- Bachelor/Bachelorette party: These are parties for the groom and bride, respectively, with friends and family.
The name for the night before the wedding may vary, but the purpose remains the same: a celebration of the couple's love and a chance to gather with loved ones before the big day.
