Let’s be real: Austin is the kind of city people want an excuse to visit. So when it comes to hosting a wedding here, why not turn it into a full-on weekend experience that gives your guests a taste of the city’s charm while keeping things fun, easy, and—most importantly—stress-free for you?
Here’s how to pull off a wedding weekend that your guests will rave about long after the “I dos,” while giving you the peace of mind you deserve.

1. Create a Weekend Itinerary (But Keep It Chill)
Instead of overloading the schedule, offer 2–3 optional events that allow guests to explore at their own pace. Example lineup:
Friday Welcome Mixer: Think rooftop drinks with skyline views or a taco truck happy hour at a local brewery.
Saturday Ceremony & Reception: Your big moment, hosted with style and intention.
Sunday Send-Off Brunch: Host at a laid-back spot like a local cafe, food truck park, or your Airbnb with breakfast tacos and mimosas.
Pro Tip: Include links to nearby attractions, restaurants, and experiences in your digital invite or wedding website.

2. Choose Guest-Friendly Accommodations
Make it easy for guests to stay near your venue by reserving a block of rooms or suggesting hotels and Airbnbs by neighborhood. Bonus points if you:
Offer a welcome bag with snacks, an Austin map, and weekend essentials.
Include a cute itinerary card or QR code with the weekend schedule.

3. Highlight Austin’s Flavor (Literally)
Give guests a true taste of the city:
Food: Include Austin staples like BBQ, breakfast tacos, and queso in at least one event.
Drinks: Local brews, craft cocktails, and Topo Chico mocktails, anyone?
Entertainment: Book a local band, or include a mini live music experience that taps into the city’s soul.

4. Build In Breathing Room
You don’t have to fill every moment. Out-of-town guests will appreciate downtime to explore the city, relax at the hotel pool, or sneak in a hike on the Greenbelt. Let them know they have flexibility and freedom to enjoy the city on their terms.

5. Outsource the Details
You can do it all, but you don’t have to. A local coordinator can help manage vendor logistics, guest support, and day-of details so you can focus on having fun with your people.

6. Add Personal Touches
Whether it’s handwritten welcome notes, custom playlists, or personalized name tags at brunch, these small gestures go a long way in showing appreciation to your guests for traveling to celebrate with you.

7. Offer Group-Friendly Activity Suggestions
Not every guest knows what to do in Austin—so help them out! Share ideas like:
Kayaking on Lady Bird Lake
Shopping on South Congress
Visiting a local brewery or vineyard
Cooling off at Barton Springs

Final Thoughts:
Planning an Austin wedding weekend doesn’t mean running yourself ragged. By keeping it thoughtful, flexible, and rooted in local charm, you can host a weekend that reflects your love story and shows gratitude to the people who traveled to witness it. When done right, it becomes more than just a wedding. It becomes a memory-filled experience your guests will talk about for years—and you get to enjoy every moment of it, too.