Planning Multi-Day Wedding Events
Tips for destination weddings, wedding weekends, and multi-day celebrations
Introduction
Multi-day weddings, destination celebrations, and wedding weekends are becoming increasingly popular. This guide helps you plan photo collection for events that span multiple days, ensuring you capture every moment from rehearsal dinner to farewell brunch.
💡 Pro Tip
Use a single Snapeen event for your entire wedding weekend. All photos from every day will be organized in one beautiful gallery!
Planning Your Multi-Day Event Timeline
Common multi-day wedding schedules:
Choosing the Right Plan
Free Trial: Perfect for testing with 7-day access
One-Time Event: Ideal for standard 3-day wedding weekends (30-day storage)
Premium Plan: Best for destination weddings and week-long celebrations (90-day storage)
3-Day Wedding Weekend
- Friday: Welcome drinks, rehearsal dinner
- Saturday: Wedding ceremony and reception
- Sunday: Farewell brunch
Destination Wedding Week
- Day 1-2: Guest arrival, welcome activities
- Day 3: Group excursion or activities
- Day 4: Rehearsal and welcome party
- Day 5: Wedding ceremony and reception
- Day 6-7: Pool parties, farewell events
Setup Strategies for Multiple Days
Single Event Approach (Recommended)
Create one Snapeen event for the entire wedding weekend:
- All photos from all days go into one gallery
- Easier for guests - scan the same QR code throughout the weekend
- Creates a complete story of your celebration
- Simpler to download and share afterward
When to Use Multiple Events
Create separate events only if:
- You want completely separate galleries for different audiences
- Events are weeks apart (engagement party, then wedding later)
- Privacy requirements differ between events
QR Code Distribution Across Days
Strategic QR code placement for multi-day events:
⚠️ Important
Many guests arrive on different days. Make QR codes visible at each event so everyone can participate, regardless of when they arrive!
Day 1 - Welcome Events
- ✓ Welcome bag inserts with QR code
- ✓ Hotel room drop-offs
- ✓ Welcome dinner table cards
- ✓ Registration/check-in table
Main Wedding Day
- ✓ Ceremony programs
- ✓ Reception table cards
- ✓ Bar area displays
- ✓ Photo booth vicinity
Special Considerations for Destination Weddings
International Locations
- Internet Access: Snapeen works globally - guests just need WiFi or data
- Time Zones: Photos are timestamped in local time automatically
- Multiple Locations: Same QR code works at beach, resort, and all venues
Guest Communication
- Include QR code and instructions in welcome packets
- Send a pre-wedding email with the gallery link
- Post QR code in WhatsApp or text groups
- Mention it during welcome toasts
Best Practices for Multi-Day Events
Do's:
- Choose a plan that covers your longest possible event duration
- Distribute QR codes in welcome bags for early arrivals
- Test the gallery before your first event
- Remind guests they can upload even after returning home
- Create a timeline showing when each event will be photographed
Don'ts:
- Don't create separate events unless truly necessary
- Don't forget to place QR codes at events beyond the wedding day
- Don't assume guests remember - remind them at each event
- Don't wait until the last event to mention photo sharing