Your friends are getting married and you’ve been chosen as the Master of Ceremony for their wedding reception. It’s a wonderful honor and a testament to the trust and affection they have for you.

If this is your first time in such a role, it’s completely natural to feel a bit nervous. Being an effective Master of Ceremony requires a bit of preparation, especially if you’re not familiar with the ins and outs of wedding receptions. But don’t worry, I’m here to help!

Here are a few tips to ensure you’re well-prepared:

Understand the Flow: Wedding receptions have a typical sequence of events. Spend some time researching this so you know what to expect.

Connect with the Couple: Have a chat with them about their expectations, the order of events, and any special moments they want to include. This will help you create a script that’s personalized to their day.

Write a Script: Having a script will guide you on the day. Keep your language simple, clear, and respectful. Remember, your role is to facilitate the event, not to be the star of the show.

Practice Makes Perfect: Rehearse your script out loud several times. This will help you get comfortable with your words and your pacing.

Be Authentic: While it’s important to be professional, don’t forget to be yourself. Your shared history with the couple and the guests will bring a warmth and personal touch to the proceedings.

If you need a little more guidance, our friend, JC Garcia, has a training program just for someone like you.

For a reasonable rate of Php 5,000, he will share with you the tricks of the trade. You also get free consultation post-training.

What will you learn?
1) Event Supplier Who’s Who – to know how to seek support and work with on the day.

2) Scripts – how to work with or without scripts

3) Positioning – where and how to stand

4) Basics of Mic handling

5) Games Facilitation

Message him through his email address juancupaday@gmail.com

You can also follow him through his social media accounts:

IG/Tiktok/FB/YT @juancupaday

Remember, your role as the Master of Ceremony is to guide the event smoothly and keep the focus on the couple. With some preparation, you’ll be able to do this confidently, contribute to a memorable day, and have some fun along the way!

Do you want a copy of our Wedding Reception Script? Click here to download