At The Fez, we’ve always believed in meaningful celebrations, especially when our events bring people closer together. That’s why we’re thrilled to see small weddings gaining popularity. Weddings for up to 50 guests are redefining what it means to have a dream wedding.
Small guest counts and micro-weddings gained popularity post-pandemic as couples shifted to shared moments and smaller celebrations. More couples are looking for a celebration that prioritizes connection and provides more of an opportunity for personal touches. Here are 5 reasons why keeping it small might be the easiest decision you make in your wedding planning process.
1. Enhance the Wedding Day Experience
While large traditional weddings will always have their place, more couples today are looking for a wedding experience with less guests. There has been a rise of micro-weddings in 2025 for good reason. Small weddings allow for more meaningful moments, less stress, and greater flexibility to spend on what matters to you most.
2. Intentional Spending
According to the New York Post, modern couples are cutting some pricey details from their wedding budgets. A survey of 2,000 engaged Americans currently planning their wedding found the days of glamorous overspending may be less common with the current financial climate. More couples are discovering that small weddings offer a richer, more intentional way to celebrate.
When couples trim their guest list, they often use that budget to create a more memorable and personalized experience.
- Serving multi-course meals, premium drinks, or adding interactive food stations.
- Elevating the atmosphere with live acoustic sets, bands, or string ensembles.
- Investing in standout wedding attire and personal styling.
- Upgrading guest accommodations for added comfort.
- Enhancing décor with bold bouquets, floral arches, backdrops, and statement centerpieces.
- Setting aside funds for future goals like a dream honeymoon or a down payment on a home.
Splurge on what matters to you most. By keeping your wedding small, you can do more with your wedding budget. And, if you’re planning a wedding in less than 6 months we have 2025 wedding dates still available.
3. Meaningful Interactions
Small weddings aren’t just cost-effective. They’re emotionally richer. When you have a lower guest count at small weddings you are able to spend quality time with everyone in attendance without rushing through greetings. This provides an opportunity for personalized moments with your closest friends and family.
4. Less Stress, More Flexibility
No need to juggle all the wedding day details. Trimming the guest list gives you less to plan. Connect with our catering and event mangers and enjoy planning your personalized one-of-a-kind celebration.
5. Post-Pandemic Comfort
The pandemic reshaped how many engaged couples think about wedding planning. The Knot reports since the pandemic, many couples have shifted their perspective on wedding size. Small venue options offer a sense of comfort, connection, and control.
Why The Fez is Perfect for Small Weddings
Traditional weddings with large guest counts will never go out of style, but small weddings are more than a trend. They’re a thoughtful way to celebrate when planning on a small budget. Many couples are shifting their focus on meaningful details instead of managing guest lists, and they’re loving the results.
At The Fez, we specialize in weddings of all sizes. Our Terrace Room is ideal for 50 to 160 guests. Our all-inclusive wedding packages help couples stress less and save more on their wedding.
The Fez is the perfect canvas for planning small weddings. If you’re dreaming of a wedding day celebrated with the people you love most, we’re ready to make it happen. Contact The Fez and book our Terrace Room for a warm, welcoming wedding day experience. Let’s plan the perfect wedding day where love and tradition matter.
Small Weddings Stats & Facts
Axios reports on why weddings are shrinking and the results of the small wedding shift.
In 2024, 18 % of U.S. weddings were micro-weddings (≤50 guests), up from 16 % in 2023 and just 2 % in 2015.
In 2024, nearly 1 in 5 weddings in the U.S. had 50 or fewer guests. Many couples use the lower guest count to maximize their budget and splurge on things like a top-shelf open bar, a dream wedding dress, or unique entertainment.
Average guest counts dipped to 131 in 2024, vs. 184 in 2006, driven mainly by budget-savvy and intimacy-focused couples.
Gen Z and Millennials are prioritizing authenticity and meaningful experiences over tradition or guest count, opting for smaller celebrations and more affordable wedding venues.
