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Be sure to take a moment to say “Thank you” to those who work hard to make your wedding day perfect.

Gratuity:  If you are very pleased with the performance of your wedding professionals, a gratuity of 5% to 20% is not only appropriate, it is greatly appreciated by the budget-minded Officiant, Photographer or DJ.  This gesture shows respect and says a special “Thank you for a job well done.”  (If your budget is too tight to allow a monetary gratuity, then give a "Thank You" card.)

  *Timing for this gesture: *Officiant = at the document signing. *Photographer = at final delivery. *DJ = at the end of the performance.

Payment:  The Best Man, Father of the Bride, or Groom are usually responsible to make sure your wedding professionals are paid.  Make the effort to locate the professional to complete this process – NO NOT make them seek you out to receive payment.

Parking:  Finding parking at the venue can be a serious challenge.  Especially for the Officiant, who is usually one of the last to arrive.  Make certain your wedding professionals have convenient parking spaces available.  Reserve parking spaces for the Officiant, Photographer and DJ whenever possible.  Then make certain these wedding professionals are informed where parking is provided for them.  These professionals go a long way to make your wedding day run smoothly.

Rehearsal:  Always have a rehearsal.  Your wedding photographer, DJ, and Officiant should be invited to attend the rehearsal.  This provides for better communication and gives the photographer, Officiant and DJ an opportunity get a bit acquainted with the wedding party, better understand your desires, and tour the venue (if possible).   They should also be invited to attend the informal rehearsal dinner.  These wedding professionals are very important to the success of your very special day.

Wedding Reception/Dinner:  It is NOT mandatory, nor is it assumed that the Officiant will be invited to attend the wedding reception/dinner.  It IS very important that, if you wish the Officiant to attend the festivities after the ceremony, you make certain to extend the invitation no later than the rehearsal.