The Best Timeline for a Stress-Free Reception: DJ’s Guide to the Perfect Flow

A smooth reception timeline keeps your night stress-free and the music flowing. Here’s our proven sequence for weddings in Missouri:

1. Grand Entrance – Hype up your arrival with a favorite upbeat song.

2. Dinner & Background Music – Low-volume tunes while guests eat.

3. Toasts & Speeches – Keep them short and sweet.

4. First Dances – Couple’s first dance, parent dances.

5. Open Dance Floor – Start with a crowd favorite.

6. Cake Cutting – Fun, lighthearted track in the background.

7. Bouquet/Garter Toss or Alternative – Keeps guests engaged.

8. Last Dance – End with a memorable song everyone knows.

   
   

Pro tip: Share your ideal timeline with your DJ and photographer so everyone stays in sync.