Your wedding entrance is one of the most exciting and memorable moments of your big day. Whether you’re entering your reception as newlyweds, announcing the bridal party, or setting the tone for the first dance floor vibes, the music you choose can change everything.

From romantic classics to funniest wedding entrance songs, the right track gets guests clapping, laughing, and cheering. But with so many options, how do you choose? We’ve compiled 115 of the best wedding entrance songs, with ideas for every couple, bridal party member, mood, and celebration style.

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How to choose the perfect wedding entrance song

Before diving into the list, here are three key questions to help narrow it down:

1. What’s the vibe you want? Do you want to go romantic, classy, upbeat, or funny? For example, a light-hearted couple may love the funniest wedding entrance songs, while others might prefer something more elegant.
2. Do you have live entertainment? A live band gives you flexibility, some songs sound incredible live, so ask your band if they can perform them.
3. Does the song reflect you as a couple? Choose something meaningful. It could be a nod to your first concert together, a shared guilty pleasure, or a song that always gets you both dancing.

Wedding entrance songs: The big list

To make it easier, we’ve grouped songs into categories.

Romantic wedding entrance songs

Perfect if you want a heartfelt, emotional start to your reception.

1. “Can’t help falling in love” - Elvis Presley 
2. “Stand by me” - Ben E. King 
3. “Can’t take my eyes off you” - Frankie Valli 
4. “Until I found you” - Stephen Sanchez 
5. “L-O-V-E” - Nat King Cole 
6. “My Girl” - The Temptations 
7. “Kiss me” - Sixpence and None the richer 
8. “A thousand years” - Christina Perri
9. “All of me” - John Legend 
10. “At Last” - Etta James 
11. “Iris” - The Goo Goo Dolls 
12. “How sweet it is (to be loved by you)” - James Taylor 
13. “Come away with me” - Norah Jones 
14. “How long will i love you” - Ellie Goulding 
15. “Your song” - Elton John 

Upbeat wedding reception entrance songs

Set the tone for a fun night ahead with tracks that get everyone smiling.

1. “Isn’t she lovely” - Stevie Wonder 
2. “Marry you” - Bruno Mars 
3. “This love” - Maroon 5 
4. “Dancing in the moonlight” - Toploader 
5. “Accidentally in love” - Counting Crows 
6. “I’m like a bird” - Nelly Furtado 
7. “Hey, Soul Sister” - Train 
8. “Suddenly I See” - KT Tunstall  
9. “Unwritten” - Natasha Beddingfield 
10. “Crazy little thing called love” - Queen 
11. “Crazy in love” - Beyonce 
12. “There she goes” - The La 
13. “You’re the one that i want” - John Travolta & Olivia Newton John 
14. “This will be (an everlasting love)” - Natalie Cole 
15. “Another one bites the dust” - Queen 
16. “Happy” - Pharrell Williams 
17. “Friday, i'm in love” - The Cure 
18. “Beautiful things” - Benson Boone 
19. “Love story” - Taylor Swift 
20. “Adore you” - Harry Styles

Funniest wedding entrance songs

Want to surprise your guests and bring laughter to the room? Try these quirky, crowd-pleasing options.

1. “Eye of the tiger” - Survivor 
2. “I’m too sexy” - Right Said Fred 
3. “Sexy and you know it” - LMFAO 
4. “U can’t touch this” - MC Hammer
5. “Sexy back” - Justin Timberlake 
6. “Wannabe” - Spice Girls 
7. “Don’t Cha” - Pussy Cat Dolls 
8. “Gangnam Style” - Psy 
9. “I like to move it” - Will.I.Am 
10. “Cotton Eye Joe” - Rednex 
11. “Get the party started” - P!nk 
12.  “Yakety Sax” - Roots Randolph 
13. “Mambo No.5” - Lou Bega 
14. “Call me maybe” - Carly Rae Jepsen 
15. “All i do is win” - DJ Khaled, T-Pain, Ludicrous, Snoop Dog, Rick Ross 
16. “Milkshake” - Kelis 
17. “Baby got back” - Sir Mix A Lot 
18. “Hot in here” - Nelly 
19. “Super Freak” - Rick James 
20. “Kiss’ - Prince

Tip: A live band can lean into the humour, adding dramatic pauses and extended riffs for maximum effect.

Country songs to enter wedding reception

For country lovers, these are a must! 

1. “Wagon Wheel” - Darius Rucker 
2. “A guy with a girl” - Blake Shelton 
3. “You can’t stop me” - Brett Eldridge & Thomas Rhett
4. “Somebody like you” - Keith Urban 
5. “Stuck like glue” - Sugerland
6. “Yours if you want it” - Rascal Flatts 
7. “I want crazy” - Hunter Hayes 
8. “Here for the party” - Gretchen Wilson
9. “Chasing down a good time” - Randy Houser 
10. “Setting the world on fire” - Kenny Chesney 
11. “Better together” - Luke Combs 
12. “Die a happy man” - Thomas Rhett
13. “10,000 hours” - Dan & Shay 
14. “Slow dance in a parking lot” - Jordan Davis 
15. “This is it” - Scotty McCreery 
16. “Your man” - John King 
17. “You’re still the one” - Shania Twain 
18. “Just a kiss” - Lady A 
19. “I will always love you” - Dolly Parton 
20. “Fast Car” - Tracey Chapman 

Taylor Swift wedding entrance songs

If you’re a major swiftie, let's be honest, entering your wedding with no other than a Taylor Swift song would be wrong, right? Here are some of our recommendations! 

1. “Opalite”
2. “Style”
3. “Wildest Dreams” 
4. “This love” 
5. “Mine” 
6. “Paris” 
7. “You belong with me” 
8. “Today was a fairytale” 
9. “August” 
10. “Invisible string” 
11. “Lover” 
12. “Daylight” 
13. “Gorgeous” 
14. “Dress” 
15. “King of my heart” 
16. “Mary’s Song (Oh my my my)” 
17. “I’m only me when im with you”
18. “Our Song” 
19. “You are in love” 
20. “W$sh L$st” 

Wedding entrance songs for the bridal party

And finally, songs for the bridal party and groomsmen! They deserve an entrance too! 

1. “About damn time” - Lizzo 
2. “Levitating” - Dua Lipa 
3. “Feel it still” - Portugal. The Man 
4. “Jump Around” - The house of pain 
5. “Shut up and dance” - Walk the moon
6. “This is what you came for” - Calvin Harris & Rhianna 
7. “I gotta feeling” - Black Eyed Peas 
8. “Work it” - Missy Elliot 
9. “Hey Ya!” - Outkast 
10. “Can’t stop the feeling” - Justin Timberlake 
11. “Cheerleader” - OMI, Felix Jaehan 
12. “Uptown Girl” - Billy Joel 
13. “I wanna dance with somebody” - Whitney Houston
14. “Dancing Queen” - Abba 
15. “Girls just wanna have fun” - Cindy Lauper 
16. “Raise your glass” - Pink 
17. “Single Ladies” - Beyonce 
18. “No Scrubs” - TLC 
19. “Zombie” - The Cranberries
20. “Super bass” - Nicki Minaj

Here are some more wedding entrance songs specially put together by us for you!

Why live band entertainment makes entrance songs unforgettable

While a playlist works, nothing compares to live performance. A band setup allows you to customise tempo, add dramatic pauses, and even mash up two songs for creative entrances.

Example: One Sydney couple asked their band to start with “Canon in D” and suddenly switch into “Can’t Stop the Feeling” mid-aisle, surprising guests and creating an electric atmosphere.

Extra tips for using your wedding entrance song

• Choreograph it: Some couples create dance routines for the bridal party.
• Use lighting effects: Pair your entrance with spotlights or sparklers.
• Involve your guests: Encourage clapping or singing along.
• Keep it short: If the song is long, ask your band or DJ to cut to the best section.

Make your entrance unforgettable

Choosing your entrance track is about more than just a song. It’s about setting the tone for your entire celebration. Whether you go for romance, humour, or high-energy, the best wedding entrance songs reflect your personality as a couple.

Pair your choice with a live band or DJs for maximum impact, and you’ll create a reception entrance your guests will never forget.