Having your Wedding in your Backyard

is a great way to create an intimate vibe where you & your guests can feel comfortable. You can include your children & pets & also save money on a Venue.

Here are some tips below on how to create an amazing backyard wedding!

DIY


Handmade Decor. There are so many great ideas on Pinterest, Instagram & Tik Tok; for creating your own Signage, Table decorations & Bunting. This can help you cut costs & take a hands-on approach to incorporating your theme & colours.

Lighting is another task you can tackle yourself.

From String Lights, candles & brazier fires.

Rent / Hire Extras


Marquees are a great addition to your Backyard & offer shelter if the rain decides to join you for the day.

Here are some great Marquee hire companies based in the Lower North Island of New Zealand

  • www.stretchtents.co.nz
  • www.festivalhire.co.nz


Other things you could hire are furniture, Restrooms, Food Trucks & a Power Generator.

Other Things To Plan


Have a think about a Parking plan.

Whether you have land next to your home free for your guests to park or somewhere down the road, where you could run a shuttle to & from.

Warmth. Fires, blankets, heating