Father of the Groom

 

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The Father of the Groom may not have as visible a role as the father of the bride, but he should still be an honored guest at the wedding.

Before the wedding

• He hosts a rehearsal dinner.

• Gets fitted for formal wear to match or coordinate with the groom, groomsmen and father of the bride.

• The grooms father can contribute to the wedding costs.

• May attend the bachelor party.

• During the ceremony

• He sits in the front row on the groom's side

During the reception

• He may stand in the receiving line, or can mingle with the guests instead.

• The grooms father may be announced at the reception after the bride's parents but ahead of the bridal party.

• The grooms father is seated at the bridal table.

• If he is paying for the wedding, he can act as host.

• He has a dance with the bride some time during the reception.