Summer nights are the perfect excuse for a festive soiree, whether you’re celebrating a wedding or not! We love the idea of bringing a unique twist to summer rehearsal dinners by infusing them with fun summer activities, in lieu of a more formal rehearsal dinner.

The best part about a welcome party or rehearsal dinner is that you’re free to do just about anything and need not feel constrained by the theme or level of formality of the impending wedding reception.

We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite summer rehearsal dinner ideas that are sure to wow guests and create memories for a lifetime.