The Best Wedding Music is a free online guide that helps couples choose music for every part of their wedding day: the ceremony, the cocktail hour, dinner, the first dance, parent dances, the cake cutting and the grand exit.
Planning wedding music can be surprisingly stressful. There are thousands of songs to choose from, and most couples only plan one wedding. Our goal is simple: to save you time and help the day sound the way you imagine it.
What you will find here
- Complete playlists that cover the whole day in order.
- Song lists for each moment, such as processional songs, first dance songs and exit songs.
- Ideas by style and faith, including country, rock, Christian, Catholic and Jewish ceremonies.
- Practical advice, like questions to ask a band before hiring and answers to common wedding music questions.
How we choose songs
We look at what actually works on the day: songs that fit the length and mood of each moment, that guests of different ages recognise, and that are appropriate for the setting. We explain why each pick works so you can adapt the list to your own taste. You can read more in our editorial policy.
Get in touch
Have a song suggestion or a question about your playlist? We would love to hear from you on our contact page.