A rehearsal dinner is a pre-wedding ceremony in North American tradition, typically held after the wedding rehearsal and the night before the wedding ceremony. Noted for its intimate nature, the rehearsal dinner serves as an opportunity for close family members and friends of the bride and groom to mingle and prepare for the upcoming nuptials. The hosts, usually the groom’s parents, manage this dinner where toasts are made, gifts exchanged, and final details of the wedding ceremony confirmed. The rehearsal dinner holds prominence in many contemporary Western wedding customs. Offering a blend of formalities and relaxation, the rehearsal dinner sets an anticipatory tone for the ensuing matrimonial event while facilitating stronger bonds among attendees.