Alternative wedding entertainment can be one of the most memorable parts of a big day, whether it’s music, mini golf or a ceilidh. Entertainment brings guests together both sides of the family and can create unforgettable memories, so don’t forget about this aspect when wedding planning! It’s also one of the questions we always get asked – what different sorts of entertainment can I have at my wedding? We’ve listed some of our favourite alternative wedding entertainers for you below- the more outside the box, the better!
Cover photo courtesy of 9 Hole Event Hire by Christopher Bunce Photography
A Live Wedding Illustrations - A Unique Guest Experience
Add an artistic flair to your big day with Chloe Baily’s live wedding illustrations. Prefect for guest mementoes and wedding favours, each guest will receive a hand-painted portrait that capture their personality and charm. Chloe is based in Buxton, Derbyshire but happy to travel across Derbyshire, Yorkshire, The Midlands, Manchester and beyond!
Tabletop and roll playing games
Pen and Board Gamemaster Services, offer Tabletop Roleplay Games and Board Game Hire that brings the adventure to your wedding day.
Offering bespoke gaming experiences Pen and Board can create gaming experiences tailored to you and your guests from bespoke D&D characters to epic day-long drop-in, drop-out campaign for all your guests.
Bring people together through the power of storytelling and gaming you can create unforgettable moments for your guests.
Bring The Circus! Alternative Wedding Entertainment
Why not bring all the fun of the circus to your big day? Whatever the theme or style of your event, there’s always room for a bit of child-like wonder!
Bigtopmania provide awesome, circus-style big tops, as well as jaw-dropping circus acts that guarantee to wow your guests!
Looking for a fire performer, stilt walkers or a flute-playing fairy? They’ll have you covered!
fire shows, aerialists and immersive performers
RLW Artiste transform events into extraordinary experiences with tailor made entertainment that will suit your weddng theme and style.
With fire performers and aerialists to stilt walkers, showgirls and iconic disco ball head characters your guests will remember your wedding for years to come.
Based in Market Harborough but happy to travel across the UK and worldwide.
A magical Host
Leave your guests stunned and wowed by Oli of Revilo Twist. Oli not only performs incredible tricks to have your guests entertained but he is on hand for announcing speeches, running interactive games, and keeping the atmosphere just right.
A member of the magic circle and the Profecional Emcee Association Oli will will be your relaxed and engaging plus one to your day.
Memorable wedding music
Alex Lamb, Wedding Pianist
Alex knows that your wedding music can set the tone for the whole day and so he will tailor what he plays to every couple’s taste and theme for their day including heavy metal, anime and gaming pieces. He will even learn new pieces and songs that he hasn’t heard of before.
Alex is an inclusive wedding supplier based in Nottingham.
Entertainment Nation
Entertainment Nation offer a curated selection of exceptional artists, from live bands and DJs to soloists and instrumentalists. Their team ensures a smooth booking process, with top-tier customer service every step of the way. Browse their extensive roster online and contact their friendly advisers to find the perfect match for your celebration. Create the unforgettable atmosphere you’ve always dreamed of with one of these outstanding live acts.
Unique Wedding Entertainment - Garden Games, Baby!
This is one of the most simple ways to provide alternative wedding entertainment and keep all ages entertained! The White Van Wedding Co. has a wide range of garden games available to hire. Our favourite is definitely ‘Hook a Duck’!
A game of Mini Golf for your wedding guests
If you want something different to WOW your wedding guests, then how about a portable 9 Hole Crazy Golf course? It makes a real statement and can be played indoors and outdoors- the perfect icebreaker for guests. Check out the one below from 9 Hole Event Hire.
We’re talking about a 4ft tall castle, a windmill with turning sails, and a 10ft long tunnel of love to ‘Tee off’ in! All are complete with various-sized putters, low-bounce balls, mini pencils and scorecards. Who doesn’t love a game of crazy golf?
body paint to entertain ALL your wedding guests
Remember when face painting was just for kids? Well, it’s come a long way since then. Face and body art is now one of the fastest growing forms of entertainment at corporate and adult events. You and your guests can be decorated with fantastic designs, going as subtle or whacky as you like. Rock The Boat‘s unique brand of live artistry will take your wedding day to another level, getting everyone in the mood to party and helping to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Sparkle all the way with a Glitter Bar
Glitter Bars are a fabulous way of adding a bit of sparkle to your wedding day and they work well with festival and relaxed wedding days. It’s super fun to see your guests getting their faces glittered up and all the joy it brings! Buttercup Bus has a gorgeous glitter bar in a VW Campervan, and they can tailor their services depending on the theme of your wedding day.
Quirky wedding photo booths!
Say cheese! Give your guests a photo keepsake AND create a guestbook with fun pictures and messages from your favorite people. You’ll love these unique wedding photobooths:
Feeling celestial? You’ll love Luster Moon and their ‘paper moon’ photo booth!
The Pixie Booth is a caravan photo booth modelled after the 1950’s teardrop caravan. She’s truly one of a kind and she attracts a LOT of attention!
Perhaps you’re feeling the retro campervan photobooth vibe – check out Buttercup Bus and The White Van Wedding Co!
Love this wedding entertainment idea? Check out: The Best Alternative Wedding Photo Booths
,May the force be with you! Bring the intergalactic vibes with alternative wedding entertainment from Imperial Icons. Think of all the incredible wedding photo opportunities!
You might also love: How To Create A Star Wars Wedding
Get yourself a Wookie! Oh and perhaps a storm trooper!
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