125 Best Wedding Entrance Songs to Rock Your Reception Arrival

Once you’ve signed the register and said ‘I do’ – and got yourself showered in a ton of confetti, naturally – there’s nothing left to do but to make an iconic arrival at your wedding reception with one of these upbeat wedding entrance songs.

Your reception entrance is a huge moment of the big day, as it’s the first time you’ll be introduced together as being married, so you’ll want a couple entrance song that fits the bill. Depending on your style, this could be one of the most fun wedding songs of the entire day!

It’s likely you’ve created a slower and more romantic ceremony playlist, so this is your chance to get everyone clapping and cheering as you make your married debut.

“Your wedding entrance sets the tone for the next part of your day,” says Tim Sentance, director at Boujee Music. “It’s your ‘ta-da!’ moment as newlyweds, so go for something fun, upbeat and full of personality.

“You want a track that makes people smile, cheer and feel like the party has officially begun,” he adds.

Looking for ideas? We’re pretty sure all of these fun songs for your wedding entrance will kick off your wedding breakfast with a bang.

Wedding Entrance Songs: 125 Upbeat, Classic & Fun Songs for a Wedding Entrance

This is a great time to go for something that will make your guests smile – maybe try one of these funny wedding songs or stick with something pop or an upbeat rock classic. All of these entrance of the bride and groom songs (or bride and bride, groom and groom, or however you’d like to be introduced on the day) will add an extra special touch to your celebration.

Browse our selection of wedding songs to enter your reception to below, to get inspired. These are some of the best marriage entrance songs to get everyone in the mood to celebrate!

• Best Wedding Entrance Songs of All Time
• Modern Wedding Entrance Songs
• Classic Wedding Entrance Songs
• Funny Wedding Entrance Songs
• Romantic Wedding Entrance Songs
• Unexpected Wedding Entrance Songs
• Bridal Party Entrance Songs & Group Entrance Songs

Best Wedding Entrance Songs of All Time

From modern to classic and everything in between, these happy hits are some of the best wedding songs of all time

• All You Need Is Love – The Beatles
• Happy – Pharrell Williams
• Love on Top – Beyoncé
• Take Me Out – Franz Ferdinand
• Sweet Disposition – The Temper Trap
• Firework – Katy Perry
• Bitter Sweet Symphony – The Verve
• Ho Hey – The Lumineers
• Best Day of My Life – American Authors
• On Top of the World – Imagine Dragons
• A Sky Full of Stars ­– Coldplay
• Sugar – Maroon 5
• You’ve Got The Love – Florence + The Machine
• Walking On Sunshine – Katrina & The Waves
• (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher – Jackie Wilson
• Heroes – David Bowie
• How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) – James Taylor
• Do You Believe In Magic? – The Lovin’ Spoonful
• Crazy Little Thing Called Love – Queen
• You Make My Dreams – Daryl Hall & John Oates
• Lovely Day – Bill Withers
• Are You Ready For Love? – Elton John

Modern Wedding Entrance Songs

Cool wedding entrance songs for contemporary couples 

• About Damn Time – Lizzo
• Can’t Stop The Feeling! – Justin Timberlake
• The Giver – Chappell Roan
• 24k Magic – Bruno Mars
• Until I Found You – Stephen Sanchez
• Paper Rings – Taylor Swift
• This Is What You Came For – Calvin Harris & Rihanna
• Espresso – Sabrina Carpenter
• Levitating – Dua Lipa
• Adore You – Harry Styles

Classic Wedding Entrance Songs

Gold-standard classics your guests will love singing along to! 

• Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Stevie Wonder
• September – Earth, Wind & Fire
• This Will Be (An Everlasting Love) – Natalie Cole
• Dancing in the Moonlight – Toploader
• You’re Still The One – Shania Twain
• Perfect Day – Hoku
• You Are The Best Thing – Ray LaMontagne 
• What Makes You Beautiful – One Direction
• Everything – Michael Buble
• Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
• L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole
• I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me) – Whitney Houston
• I’m a Believer – The Monkees
• Love and Marriage – Frank Sinatra
• You Can’t Hurry Love – Phil Collins
• Love You ’Til The End – The Pogues
• Bring Me Sunshine – Morecambe & Wise
• Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now – Starship
• Beautiful Day – U2
• Eight Days A Week – The Beatles
• My Girl – The Temptations
• I Got You (I Feel Good) – James Brown

Funny Wedding Entrance Songs

Looking for funny songs for your wedding reception entrance? These funny wedding walk-in songs will definitely make your guests smile 

• You Sexy Thing – Hot Chocolate
• All I Do Is Win – DJ Khaled
• Wannabe – Spice Girls
• Milkshake – Kelis
• I Believe In A Thing Called Love – The Darkness
• Can’t Hold Us – Macklemore
• Hey Ya! Outkast
• Raise Your Glass – P!nk
• Play That Song – Train
• Moves Like Jagger – Maroon 5 ft. Christina Aguilera
• Timber ­– Pitbull ft. Kesha
• Tik-Tok – Kesha
• We Will Rock You – Queen
• Dancing Queen – ABBA
• Eye Of The Tiger – Survivor
• Jump (For My Love) – The Pointer Sisters
• Sex On Fire – Kings of Leon
• White Wedding – Billy Idol
• I’m Too Sexy – Right Said Fred
• U Can’t Touch This – MC Hammer
• Dear Future Husband – Meghan Trainor
• Sexy And I Know It – LMFAO
• When I’m Sixty-Four – The Beatles
• I’m Still Standing – Elton John
• Baby Got Back – Sir Mix-a-Lot
• We Are The Champions – Queen

Romantic Wedding Entrance Songs

Dial up the romance and soak up the "awww"s with these wedding reception entrance songs

• Marry You – Bruno Mars
• Love Me Like You Do – Ellie Goulding
• Down – Jay Sean ft. Lil Wayne
• Classic – MKTO
• One Day Like This – Elbow
• A Thousand Miles – Vanessa Carlton
• I Choose You – Sara Bareilles
• I Will Wait – Mumford and Sons
• Rewrite the Stars – James Arthur & Anne-Marie
• Stand By You – Rachel Platten
• Hero – Enrique Iglesias 
• Two Hearts – Phil Collins
• Burning Love – Elvis Presley
• Perfect Day – Lou Reed
• Time After Time – Cyndi Lauper
• I Wanna Hold Your Hand – The Beatles
• My First, My Last, My Everything – Barry White
• Cheerleader – OMI 

Unexpected Wedding Entrance Songs

Looking for something totally unique? Surprise your guests with these fun and upbeat songs for a wedding entrance 

• Let’s Get Married – Jagged Edge
• Bring it All Back – S Club 7
• Crazy in Love – Beyoncé ft. Jay-Z
• Married Life (Disney Pixar Up) – Michael Giacchino
• You’re The One That I Want – Grease
• Heaven Is A Place on Earth – Belinda Carlisle
• You Really Got Me – The Kinks
• Dancing in the Dark – Bruce Springsteen
• You Shook Me All Night Long – AC/DC
• SexyBack – Justin Timberlake
• Hot In Herre – Nelly

Bridal Party Entrance Songs & Group Entrance Songs

When it comes to entrance music for the wedding party, you can't go wrong with a party-starter! 

• Uptown Funk – Bruno Mars
• I Gotta Feeling – Black Eyed Peas
• I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor – Arctic Monkeys s
• Shut Up And Dance – Walk The Moon
• Just Dance – Lady Gaga
• We Are Young – Fun ft. Janelle Monae
• Get The Party Started – P!nk
• Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey  
• Sway – Dean Martin
• Love Shack – B-52s
• Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond
• Celebration – Kool & The Gang
• Where Them Girls At – David Guetta ft. Nicki Minaj and Flo Rida
• Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go – Wham!
• Kiss – Prince
• We Are Family – Sister Sledge

Wedding Entrance Songs FAQ

What are the best wedding entrance songs?

If you’re wondering how to pick the best song for your wedding entrance, DJ and MC Tony Winyard recommends picking a tune that pays homage to your love story.

“I always encourage couples to choose songs that have special meaning to them, whether it’s from a film they both love, from a holiday or their time together at university,” he says. “A touch of sentimentality is great, while crowd-pleasers – think Uptown Funk by Bruno Mars and Happy by Pharrell Williams – will heighten the feel-good mood.”

“Pick something that feels like you as a couple, whether that’s funky, feel-good, a bit cheeky or totally epic,” adds Tim. “Bonus points if your guests recognise it straight away and can sing along!

“I think my top pick is Love on Top by Beyoncé – it’s got the perfect balance of feel-good energy and romantic lyrics. It just fits the moment so well.

“I also love a bold, unexpected choice that makes the entrance feel totally unique to the couple. Let’s Get Married by Jagged Edge is a cheeky one, but it works brilliantly. And Bring It All Back by S Club 7 – pure 00s cheese but loads of fun,” he adds.

“Then there are the entrances with serious swagger. I’ve seen couples absolutely own it walking in to About Damn Time by Lizzo or Crazy in Love by Beyoncé ft. Jay-Z. You’ve got to bring the confidence and energy, but if you do, it’s unforgettable.”

How long should a wedding entrance song be?

This all depends on how many people will be entering and the order in which they do so. Some couples choose to have their wedding party members go in first, leading up to the newlyweds’ arrival. Alternatively, the moment can be savoured for just the two of you.

If it’s a group, your choice of wedding party entrance songs should be around the three-minute mark to allow enough time for everyone to make their arrival smoothly.

And if it’s just the two of you? “You really only need around 30-60 seconds – just long enough to walk in, soak up the cheers and maybe have a little dance if that’s your style,” says Tim. “Think about whether you’re better off starting the song from the beginning or just before the most recognisable part of the song, so it hits the chorus or big moment as you enter.

“This is where having live musicians really comes into its own,” he adds. “They can shape the song perfectly, holding the build-up until the doors open, looping the chorus or extending the vibe until you’re seated.

“On the other hand, if you’re having a recorded track, make sure someone is ready to fade it out gently once you’re in and sat down – not an abrupt stop!”

Can you have more than one entrance song?

It’s definitely possible to have more than one song for your reception entrance, particularly if your whole wedding party will be part of the process.

You might choose to have a different wedding entrance song for the bridesmaids and groomsmen, for example, followed by another tune for your parents’ entrance, and then something completely different for your bride and groom walk in song. 

Should the bridal party have a different entrance song?

There’s no rule that says the bridal party has to have a different entrance song, but it’s your wedding, so do it your way. If you want to reserve a special song especially for your entrance as newlyweds, then do so!

How to plan a good wedding entrance

To ensure everything goes smoothly for your couple wedding entrance song, have your venue coordinator or master of ceremonies gather all your guests by the entrance to create a welcoming line for you to walk through. Then it’s time to play your entrance song.

Ensure they know how you want to be introduced, too – are you taking each other’s names, or would you rather be referred to as ‘the happy couple’ for example?

“I recommend picking a song with a good beat to allow guests to clap along as you enter the room,” adds Tony.

You’ll also need to be thinking about what your guests will be doing as you enter. This is a fantastic moment for your wedding photographer to capture, so maybe have the perfect snap prepped with party poppers or streamers. Then all you have to do is walk in, hand in hand, to one of your favourite songs and raise your hands as the crowd goes wild!

Looking for the perfect songs to play at your reception? Check out this list of the top 10 most popular wedding songs to inspire you.