Ceremony
Ceremony
The formal service where the couple is legally married
Definition
The wedding ceremony is the formal ritual or service in which the couple exchanges vows and is legally married. Ceremonies can be religious, secular, or a blend of both. They typically include a processional, readings, vows, ring exchange, and recessional. The ceremony may take place at the same venue as the reception or at a separate location such as a church, synagogue, temple, or outdoor setting.