As a custom wedding invitation designer, I’ve seen more and more couples embrace the beauty of full wedding weekends—and I absolutely love it. A multi-day celebration allows your guests to fully immerse themselves in your wedding experience. From welcome parties to farewell brunches, these extra moments create space for connection, joy, and a celebration that feels intentional from start to finish.
But with multiple events comes the need for thoughtful communication. And that’s where your wedding weekend invitation comes in!
In this post, I’ll walk you through what to include in a wedding invitation suite for a multi-day wedding, how to keep it elegant and organized, and a few expert tips to ensure your guests feel informed without being overwhelmed.
New here? I’m Allison, the designer behind Kindly Delivered. I create custom wedding invitations and stationery for couples who want meaningful, elevated designs that reflect their story. Everything I do is one-of-a-kind and deeply personalized (and yes, I guide you through every single decision). If you’re ready to explore working together, learn more about my process here, or head straight here to get started!
What a Wedding Weekend Looks Like and How to Share It Clearly
Let’s say your wedding weekend includes a Friday welcome dinner and rehearsal, Saturday ceremony and reception, and a Sunday farewell brunch. Each of these moments is part of the guest experience and deserves to be communicated clearly.
While your main invitation card should focus solely on the wedding ceremony itself, the other events can be included on a separate details card (or multiple cards, depending on the design). This keeps your suite polished and your guests informed, without crowding the main invitation.
Here’s what you’ll want to include for each event:
- Date and time
- Location (with address)
- Dress code (if applicable)
- Transportation or shuttle info
- Any other notes that help set expectations
Think of this as setting your guests up for success, especially if they’re traveling.
Planning a wedding weekend and wondering how many pieces you actually need in your invitation suite? I break it all down in this guide to wedding invitation suites—from 3-piece to 6-piece and beyond. Read it here.
What to Include on a Wedding Weekend Details Card
Your details card is where you can truly serve your guests. While it’s designed to look beautiful, its main job is to convey helpful, need-to-know information in a clear and organized way.
Here’s what you might include:
- Event times and locations
- Transportation logistics
- Dress codes for each event
- Hotel accommodations or room blocks
- Link to your wedding website
Depending on your suite, this may be divided between a details card and a reception card. Either way, including this information as part of your wedding weekend invitation ensures your guests won’t need to guess or dig through multiple sources to understand the schedule.
Wedding Weekend Invitation Etiquette
When inviting guests to a full wedding weekend, it’s important to remember that they’re committing to more than a few hours. They’re planning a trip—and likely taking time off work, booking hotels, and arranging childcare. That’s why clarity, warmth, and advance notice matter so much.
Here are a few etiquette reminders:
- Send your invitations on the earlier side (8–10 weeks in advance, or more for destination weddings)
- Include RSVP instructions with a firm deadline
- Offer guidance on accommodations, transportation, and anything local guests should know
- Give guests space to note dietary restrictions (this is especially helpful when events include meals)
As with any custom wedding invitations, we’ll tailor your suite to fit your event, your tone, and your guest needs.
Additional Stationery for Wedding Weekends
Your invitation suite is just the beginning. When planning a full wedding weekend, consider how other printed paper pieces can enhance the experience and keep guests informed along the way.
A few items to think about:
- Welcome signs for each venue or event
- Itinerary cards in guest welcome bags
- Menu cards for brunches or dinners
- Place cards or escort displays
- Custom thank-you notes or personalized tags
Each of these pieces helps extend your brand of hospitality, and ensures your guests feel thoughtfully cared for throughout the weekend. And yes, I can help design all of them to match your suite seamlessly.
Not sure where to invest when it comes to wedding paper goods? In this guide, I walk you through when to save and when to splurge on wedding stationery—so every detail feels just right. Read the full post.
Planning a Wedding Weekend of Your Own?
I may be a little biased, but there’s something incredibly special about celebrating over the course of a weekend. When designed thoughtfully, your wedding weekend invitation can do more than share the schedule—it can set the tone for everything to come.
If you’re planning a wedding weekend and want an invitation suite that feels polished, intentional, and completely you, I’d love to help. You can learn more about working with me, browse my portfolio, or reach out here to get started.
And if you’re looking for more inspiration, be sure to follow along on Instagram for behind-the-scenes peeks and design ideas.
