Pandemic-Proof Entertainment Options for Your Wedding Party

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Many couples had to cancel their weddings last year because of the pandemic. Down payments were given back to the couples. Venues closed down. Cocktails bars are a thing of the past. Oh, and don't forget, wedding guests can't dance their hearts out on the dance floor now. With social distancing measures still very much in place, a wedding party can't be as fun as before. Or is it?

Weddings are supposed to be celebrated in a way that highlights the couple's love story, personalities, and goals. It should be a day wherein their friends and families are going to celebrate that love. It is hard for a wedding to be anything but that. While the pandemic has hurt businesses and families, don't give it another reason not to celebrate these little milestones and successes of life. As long as you follow the rules, you shouldn't worry about inviting a small group of people to celebrate with you.

The thing is that it's hard to think of any form of entertainment that will not include singers belting out. Health experts tell us to keep our distance from each other and avoid shouting and talking loudly. The virus spreads through the air and stays there for quite a while in the form of aerosols. Here are some socially distant performances you can hire for your wedding party:

Solo Pianist

You can check out a local music school and inquire about apiano instructor. Some of them can perform at weddings during their free time. It's a creative outlet, as well as a way for them to earn more. The good thing about hiring a pianist is that the piano is very versatile. It can play danceable tunes, classical music, and pop songs. The pianist can work solo, needing only the piano and the amplifier to blast their music outdoors and indoors.

Guitarist

The easiest form of entertainment to hire these days is the guitarist. They can play everything-from folk songs to acoustic medley to love and pop songs. If you want a bit of rock and roll at your wedding, a guitarist can provide that tune as well. There is rarely a limit to what the guitar can do. They can come as a solo guitarist or as a duo.

Duo Singers

If you want actual people to perform at your wedding (instead of instrumentals), look into hiring a couple as singers. Yes, you can find many couples performing at weddings as a side gig. The best thing about hiring them is that they come from the same household, which means they can perform on a stage together. As long as they keep their distance from your guests, everything will be fine.

DJ

A disc jockey can mix a myriad of great music for your wedding. Ask if the DJ can work solo (they should). They need the equipment and they're good to go. Since a DJ works alone and does not sing, it reduces the possible spread of aerosols. This is a great option for an indoor party. Since bands are risky, the next best thing for you is to hire a DJ.

Games

Some of the popular socially distant games right now are customized bingo cards, mad lib cards, he said she said, and oversized outdoor games. Make sure you aren't playing games like Twister where people literally have to get themselves tangled together. An oversized Jenga game, for example, is a great way to practice social distancing while also having the time of your life. Life-sized chess pieces can also be a good game.

Drinking Game

The rule of a drinking game in a socially distant world is simple enough: don't drink from another person's cup. You can enjoy all the drinking games you can think of as long as you follow that one cardinal rule. And also, you have to make someone responsible for keeping an eye on people who might forget about the rules when they drink too much. As long as everyone is willing to follow these rules, there should be no reason why your wedding party can't have a mini drinking game.

Couples have to be creative if they want to get married during a pandemic. There are plenty of rules to follow, but there are also plenty of ways you can work these rules into your wedding party. You can consult with your wedding planner if you want to push through with a wedding party. You'll be surprised at how many options you have even during a pandemic.