What Is A Dollar Dance?

Should You Have a Dollar or Money Dance at Your Wedding?

Many couples fret over the idea of having a dollar (money) dance at their wedding. You don't have to. Let's get started with the ins and outs of dollar dances so you can make an informed decision.

There are many questions surrounding a wedding dollar dance (also known as a money dance). Do you need to know what one is? Are you unsure if you should have one or not? Don't worry we are here to help.

The concept of "Money Dance" is that the male guests pay for the privilege of dancing with the bride, and by extension, female guests pay for the privilege of dancing with the groom. The custom originated in Poland in the early 1900s in immigrant neighborhoods and is still celebrated at many ethnic and blue-collar weddings today. The money is to be used for the bride and groom's honeymoon or to give them a little extra cash with which to set up housekeeping.

I know it is big in New Mexico and most weddings I have been to have them

What is a dollar dance?

A wedding dollar dance is a dance that is preformed by the bride and groom at the reception. Traditionally, it's purpose is to give the couple extra money to spend on their honeymoon. It is more prevalent in some families than others. For this reason, the dollar dance has adapted slightly varying purposes over the years.

Should you have a wedding dollar dance?

That is strictly personal preference. Talk to your friends and family members to get their feelings about it. However, if it is something you want - then by all means have it!

One bit of advice: If dollar dances are not frequently done in your area, don't assume that your guests will know what to do. Have your bridal party, or close friends, initiate the dance. You may also want your DJ or band to announce what is taking place.

How does a wedding dollar dance work?

Here are two different ways:

1. The bride and groom dance together to the song of their choice. A friend, or family member, stands close to the dance floor holding straight pins. Guests go, one by one, to the bride and groom to pin money to their clothes. The dance stops when the song ends or when the last guest gives money.

2. Same as the first except the bride and groom stand apart. The male guest line up to dance with the bride and the females with the groom. Each guests gets a short (few seconds) dance with either the bride or groom after pinning money to their clothes. This one is our favorite! It allows for interaction between the couple and their guests!

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Count On Me - Whitney Houston
Friends - Michael W. Smith
Friends - Elton John
That's What Friends Are For - Dionne Warwick
Together Once Again Taylor
You’ve Got A Friend In Me - Randy Newman & Lyle Lovett
Songs Of Your Choice Are Always Welcome !


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		Should You Have a Dollar or Money Dance at Your Wedding? Many couples fret over the idea of having a dollar (money) dance at their wedding. You don't have to. Let's get started with the ins and outs of dollar dances so you can make an informed decision. There are many questions surrounding a wedding dollar dance (also known as a money dance). Do you need to know what one is? Are you unsure if you should have one or not? Don't worry we are here to help. The concept of "Money Dance" is that the male guests pay for the privilege of dancing with the bride, and by extension, female guests pay for the privilege of dancing with the groom. The custom originated in Poland in the early 1900s in immigrant neighborhoods and is still celebrated at many ethnic and blue-collar weddings today. The money is to be used for the bride and groom's honeymoon or to give them a little extra cash with which to set up housekeeping. I know it is big in New Mexico and most weddings I have been to have them What is a dollar dance? A wedding dollar dance is a dance that is preformed by the bride and groom at the reception. Traditionally, it's purpose is to give the couple extra money to spend on their honeymoon. It is more prevalent in some families than others. For this reason, the dollar dance has adapted slightly varying purposes over the years. Should you have a wedding dollar dance? That is strictly personal preference. Talk to your friends and family members to get their feelings about it. However, if it is something you want - then by all means have it! One bit of advice: If dollar dances are not frequently done in your area, don't assume that your guests will know what to do. Have your bridal party, or close friends, initiate the dance. You may also want your DJ or band to announce what is taking place. How does a wedding dollar dance work? Here are two different ways: 1. The bride and groom dance together to the song of their choice. A friend, or family member, stands close to the dance floor holding straight pins. Guests go, one by one, to the bride and groom to pin money to their clothes. The dance stops when the song ends or when the last guest gives money. 2. Same as the first except the bride and groom stand apart. The male guest line up to dance with the bride and the females with the groom. Each guests gets a short (few seconds) dance with either the bride or groom after pinning money to their clothes. This one is our favorite! It allows for interaction between the couple and their guests! . Count On Me - Whitney Houston Friends - Michael W. Smith Friends - Elton John That's What Friends Are For - Dionne Warwick Together Once Again - Chris You've Got A Friend - James Taylor You’ve Got A Friend In Me - Randy Newman & Lyle Lovett Songs Of Your Choice Are Always Welcome ! Count On Me - Whitney Houston Friends - Michael W. Smith Friends - Elton John That's What Friends Are For - Dionne Warwick Together Once Again Taylor You’ve Got A Friend In Me - Randy Newman & Lyle Lovett Songs Of Your Choice Are Always Welcome !



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