Share ThisPlanning Space-per-Person for Your Wedding
Part of the Wedding Planning For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Knowing how much space each wedding guest requires can help you determine your wedding venue. Consider how much space your guests will need — whether you're planning an intimate wedding for 20 or an all-out extravaganza for 300. The following table shows recommended amount of space per person for various wedding-related activities:
| Space | Square Feet Per Person |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 8 |
| Cocktails (pre-meal) | 8 |
| Cocktails with dance floor | 10 |
| Cocktails with hors d'oeuvres stations | 12–13 |
| Seated and served meal with dance floor | 13–15 |
| Dance floor | 3 (for a dancing crowd) |
