There are so many decisions to make when planning your wedding. You need the right wedding venue, of course, and you also want to make the event fun for all of your guests with the best food and music. Along the way, it’s also important that you keep your family involved—even if they’re not making any of the choices themselves. The professional staffers at the Manoa Grand Ballroom in Honolulu, HI, have seen hundreds of wedding come through their banquet hall, and they know a thing or two about making your wedding engaging for the whole family.

Here are some great ways to get your family involved in the good times at your wedding venue:

• Have Talented Family Members Perform: If someone in your family is a great singer or plays an instrument, invite them to perform during the ceremony or at the reception. You can also consider having a relative’s band be your wedding band or a cousin DJ the event.
• Have A Children’s Corner At The Reception: Consider inviting children to your wedding so that young nieces, nephews, and cousins can all share in the joy. If you set up a kids’ table or play area in a corner, you’ll make sure the kids are having fun while giving their parents a chance to enjoy some time on the dance floor.
• Honor Family History: Celebrate family members who couldn’t be at your wedding by decorating a table with old family photos. It’s a great way to get guests from both the bride’s and groom’s side talking to each other and sharing funny stories. This is also a great idea for an inexpensive centerpiece to get guests chatting.

When you’re looking for an excellent banquet hall to serve as your wedding venue, call the Manoa Grand Ballroom in Honolulu at (808) 946-6758. You can also visit their website for more inspiration about wedding planning.