RSVP Drop-Off Estimator
How many guests will actually show up? Estimate attendance based on wedding type, day of the week, and industry data.
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Formula: 150 guests × (85% base) = 128 expected
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Frequently Asked Questions
On average, 15-20% of invited guests decline a local wedding. For destination weddings, the decline rate jumps to 30-40%. Factors like day of the week, travel distance, and time of year all affect the final number. Saturday weddings see the highest attendance, while weekday ceremonies can see decline rates as high as 30%.
The average wedding drop-off rate is about 15% for local weddings held on a Saturday. This means if you invite 150 guests, roughly 128 will attend. Destination weddings have a much higher drop-off rate of around 35%, meaning only 97 out of 150 would attend. These are industry averages — your actual numbers will depend on your specific guest demographics.
It depends on your wedding type. For a local Saturday wedding, you can safely invite 10-15% more guests than your venue capacity. For a destination wedding, you may be able to invite 30-40% more. Use the estimator above to find the right number for your situation, and always build in a small buffer.
The biggest bottleneck is chasing guests for responses. Tools like iDoTogether let you send personalized Magic Links via text or email — guests tap a link, RSVP, and submit their info in under 60 seconds. Couples using Magic Links typically collect 80% of RSVPs within the first week.
Send RSVP requests 6-8 weeks before your wedding date. Follow up with non-responders at the 4-week mark. Setting a firm deadline 3 weeks out gives you enough time to finalize catering, seating, and place cards.