Great Tips for Hosting a Royal Wedding Party
The upcoming marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is sure to be the event of the decade. Perfect for people-watching, expect people from all over the world to be glued to their televisions in May when the wedding takes place in Windsor Castle. Expect the excitement to build as we get closer to the big day. Find out how to host a fun party for your friends as you watch the festivities.
The Royal Treatment
As you prepare to watch the royal wedding, there are two main approaches. You can think in terms of “what would the royals do?” or think, “what would the royals do” and then do the opposite. You can go slightly formal in recognition of this exciting event or use it as a chance to celebrate the royal nuptials in a more light-hearted way.
Dine Like You’re Posh
Even royalty must each so your party a perfect excuse to do so. In fact, given how drawn out the wedding television coverage is likely to be, plan to serve food that will last through the marathon. Tiny tea sandwiches, sweets, and other tea time treats could set the desired royal tone.
For something more light-hearted, get creative. Consider a cake for the event, shaped and decorated to look like the Queen’s purse. Biscuits shaped like corgis can play tribute to the family. Food in red, white, and blue shows you are proud to be British. Classic dishes is another option, from toad in the hole to fish and chips or curry. These favourites will help keep everyone full and satisfied while they watch the wedding coverage.
Be Royal for the Day
Let your guest be part of the Queen’s family with the help of masks of the royals. Celebrity face masks are entertaining and help elevate your party to a different level. The masks can also be fun keepsakes for your friends. Top off the fun with cheap crowns for everyone to wear or make your own crowns for your guests to enjoy.
Royal Fun & Games
The television coverage will probably last for hours as they discuss the upcoming ceremony, provide commentary during the wedding itself, and rehash the pageantry after it’s over. Be prepared in case there seems like a lull in the fun. Make games as you go along like you can cheer (or take a drink) each time each time the commentators say “Queen” or pick team Harry or Meghan and move your game piece forward (or get a point) each time your team name is mentioned.
Make a Day of It
Rather than having food prepared for when your guests arrive for the pre-wedding coverage, you can put them to work. Plan out your menu and have your guests pitch in to help with the cooking or decorating. You can all watch and listen to the tele as you put together the meal or snacks for later. What better way to celebrate a day of good old-fashioned Britishness than by all mucking in together?