When thinking about stressful activities, planning a wedding is sure to come close to topping the list. The process can involve months, if not years, of planning and coordination between the couple and their families and friends.

While every wedding is unique and beautiful in its own way, many couples choose to seek out popular themes and ideas that match their style in order to streamline the planning process and center the event around an intriguing theme. A fun theme can enhance the experience of your guests and represent elements important to you and your spouse.

We have gathered together a few of the hottest Hispanic Wedding Theme Ideas from across the globe. Each of these themes is more creative and exciting than the last, sure to sanction a beautiful wedding to be remembered by all in attendance.

5.  Papel Picado

The artistry and design of papel picado makes it an excellent central theme for a wedding. Papel picado is a traditional decoration generally made of colorful tissue paper or similarly lightweight material. It is cut to form patterns and words, and then strung up together to form banners and garlands. The individual designs of the garlands vary based on occasion, allowing for versatility and thematic combinations.

The color scheme of papel picado is typically a compilation of all of the colors of the rainbow, creating a vibrant, youthful energy. Elements of this decoration can be incorporated in unique ways throughout your wedding, such as in bridesmaid dresses, table decorations, and the always-special wedding cake.

Encourage guests to join in the fun by arranging stations with paper and safety scissors to create their own papel picado. These can be artfully strung up to add personalized flair to your reception and serve as a fun alternative to the traditional guest book memento.

4.  Mariachi and Maracas

If you’re searching for a wedding theme that’s a bit more high-energy and interactive, look no further than Mariachi and Maracas! This theme, centered around the celebratory sound of maracas, guitars, and trumpets, is sure to guarantee that your wedding will be nothing short of a party.

No Mariachi-themed wedding would be complete without a Mariachi band itself, which is composed of anywhere from three to ten members. They can be incorporated into a traditional band setting, or rove around amongst the crowd to encourage your guests to dance and celebrate. 

Mariachi music is traditionally expressive of the emotions, struggles, and triumphs of  Hispanic families and communities. Their music can be adapted into nearly any application, such as La Misa Panamericana, which is a popular Mariachi folk Mass that incorporates their music in place of traditional hymns and instrumentation.

A popular element for Mariachi weddings is the signature sombrero worn by members of the band. Many grooms will don this famous hat, along with alternate versions for groomsmen, to tie the theme into the ceremony. Maracas can also be given as favors before the ceremony in lieu of traditional bubbles or sparklers, allowing your guests to audibly participate at the completion of the vows and afterwards.

3.  Margaritas and Palomas

For the couple who loves to celebrate with spirits, a wedding themed around Margaritas and Palomas provides both a beautiful color scheme and the ability to creatively incorporate elements from both drinks into the event. 

Margaritas are typically a light lime green unless flavored with fruit, and Palomas are the bright orangey-pink of the grapefruit juice they are blended with. These two colors marry together just as the bride and groom will, creating a fresh, tropical theme perfect for a barn wedding.

Sugar and salt, along with lime and grapefruit slices, can be incorporated into various details throughout the wedding, such as invitations and party favors. Pink sea salt lamps and intricate sugar art represent these themes in subtler, more sophisticated tones. The wedding cake could be covered with sugared slices of lime and grapefruit, surrounded by green and orangey-pink trailing swirls of rock candy crystals.

2.  Cinco de Mayo

The party and celebration associated with Cinco de Mayo make for a high energy wedding theme. The holiday celebrates the triumph of the outnumbered Mexican people over the undefeated French army on May 5, 1862. This victory solidified the resistance of Mexico to foreign invasion and overtaking, dedicated as a national holiday just four months after the momentous victory.

Elements of Cinco de Mayo, such as streamers, balloons, and brightly-colored flowers, can be infused within the wedding celebration. Mariachi bands, parades, and dancing are exciting ways to boost the energy and excitement of your ceremony and reception. Meet your wedding party on the dance floor for an exhibition of one of the traditional dances, such as salsa and meringue.

Floral patterns and bright colors allow your theme to tie seamlessly into linens, dresses, and decorations. Piñatas serve as adorable placard holders and wedding favors, stuffed with delectable treats and goodies. Elements of this triumphant holiday are sure to create lasting, loving memories for you and your guests.

 

1.  Dia de los Muertos

To the uninformed attendant, a wedding themed after the Day of the Dead would seem odd at the least. Those of us who observe the holiday, however, understand that the roots of the celebration lie within honoring life and love. This holiday theme allows for the assured presence of passed loved ones on this momentous occasion.

Many couples choose to facilitate the presence of these loved ones through their wedding ceremony and reception. This can be achieved by infusing the event with the spirit and unity of the holiday or hosting it on Dia de los Muertos. There are numerous decorative touches and elements that can be tastefully incorporated into any wedding to add vibrancy and life to the event.

Elements such as an ofrenda can channel the energy of Dia de los Muertos through your ceremony and reception. An ofrenda is an altar decorated with the pictures and trinkets of passed loved ones as a place to leave offerings and treats. Family and friends often visit to remember happy times together and leave personal gifts such as flowers or a preferred drink for the loved one to take with them on their journey back to Heaven.

Dia de los Muertos is known for its eccentric and brightly-colored displays of flowers and sugar skulls. Sugar skulls are traditionally handmade, varying in size depending on the age of the departed soul they represent. When used in a wedding ceremony or reception, they serve as beautiful, symbolic representations of loved ones’ past. These decorations can be used to adorn tables, enhance flower arrangements, and embellish the wedding cake with vibrant, colorful accents.

Blend Your Theme Seamlessly with Nature

Deep in the countryside of Oklahoma, a picturesque wedding venue awaits. Deliver your vows before our lovely pond and resplendent waterfall, which can be custom colored after dark to complement your chosen theme. The spacious antique barn and beautiful natural wilderness allow for a peaceful, sequestered wedding experience without sacrificing comfort or modern amenities. For any wedding, event, or gathering, consider paying Esperanza Ranch a visit to discover the perfect fusion of wild nature and rustic elegance.