11 Ways To Keep Kids Busy At Your Wedding

Even the cutest of flower girls and ring bearers will need some kid-friendly entertainment at the reception. While parents are sipping cocktails, giving toasts and catching up, keep the kids busy with fun activities that make them feel included in the festivities, too. Here are 11 creative ways to pull it off!


Cracker Jack Activity Place Setting

Photo: Amber Engfer Photography

From the album: A Rustic Elegant Wedding in Charlottesville, VA

Kids Only Tent 

Photo: Braedon Photography

From the album: A Chic Outdoor Wedding in Santa Ynez, CA

Burlap Kids Activity Kit

Photo: Dominique Attaway

From the album: A Rustic Elegant WEdding in Charlottesville, VA

Disposable Camera Scavenger Hunt

Photo: Wedding Ring

DIY Carnival Games

Photo: Victor C. Sizemore Photography

From the album: A Modern Wedding in Anaheim, CA

Activity Suitcases For The Kids Table

Photo: Front Room Photography

Photo: Front Room Photography

Field Day Races for Outdoor Receptions

Photo: Eden Photography

From the album: An Outdoor Country Wedding in Hickson, ND

Children’s Game Centerpieces

Photo: Trent Bailey Photography

From the album: An Understated Luxury Wedding in Cape May, NJ

Color Your Own Place Mat

Photo: Lily Glass Photography

From the album: A Lovely Vintage Wedding in Granville, OH

Downloadable Kids Coloring Book 

Photo: Chelsea Costa

Photo: Chelsea Costa

Download the book here!

Customized Coloring Book

Photo: Everlasting Images

From the album: A Traditional Wedding in Findlay, OH

Tip: Make your own coloring book with photos that represent you and your fiance, your family and your wedding. Use this free site to turn photographs into illustrations that you can download and print for the little ones.