Your guide to celebrating a wedding in July.
Last updated February 5, 2024
Summer is a season chalked full of celebrations of all shapes and sizes, and July’s certainly the month at the center of it all. For many, the beautiful “dog days” of July are booked with vacays, rest days, barbecues, and you guessed it, weddings! If you’re wanting to nail down a July wedding date, there are a few things you should take into account.
Here’s all you need to know to celebrate your July wedding to the fullest.
Here are a few fun facts about July that add to the perks of getting married this month:
Some of the best and brightest food and flowers will be in season for your mid-summer wedding.
The month of July is usually when the summer heat gets its hottest, but it could also bring with it some unexpected storms.
Stay tuned in to your local weather forecasts for updates around your wedding date. Your wedding website is one of the best ways to let your guests know your backup plans for unexpected weather changes on your big day.
July is perfect for filling your days with all kinds of wedding celebrations since it’s a month without many major holidays.
Though the month is light on official holidays, it makes up for it by being the national month of some of our favorite things, i.e. National Ice Cream Month and National Picnic Month.
Enjoy the luxury to pick and choose from all kinds of wedding venues and locations for your July wedding.
This time of the year is really where outdoor venues sparkle and shine. From string lights and lanterns to candles and sparklers, don’t miss the chance to really have fun with your outdoor wedding decor.
The cakes shouldn't be the only things getting a little “naked” this season.
Quick color tip: With spring far behind us, July’s officially time to hang up the neutrals and pastels. Show up and show out in bold and colorful patterns, or opt for deep jewel tones for a more formal setting.
Want to know how couples are celebrating their July weddings? Here are some fun facts from Zola.
The average number of wedding guests on the guestlist for a July wedding is 148.
July holds a ton of perks when it comes to hosting weddings, and that means the month’s often in high demand.
Rising demand for July wedding dates brings with it higher prices and less availability.
A month like July is hard to resist when deciding what time of the year is right for your wedding. Bright summer days are truly a beautiful backdrop for any celebration but do keep in mind the weather, seasonal popularity, and jam-packed schedules that tag along with this wedding month. But don’t sweat it! Zola can help you get ready for any and all things weddings all year round.
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