Don’t ask your funny friend to MC!
Send in the professionals
THE BOTTOM LINE
you need a professional - and your friend needs a night off
Reason number 432 why you shouldn’t ask your funny friend to MC.
Why You Should Hire a Professional Wedding MC (And Not Your Funny Friend)
We all have that one friend. The one who’s always cracking jokes, revelling in the spotlight at parties, and somehow managing to turn every mundane conversation into a stand-up routine. Naturally, when it comes to planning your wedding, you might think, Hey! They’d make a great MC! But before you hand over the mic, let’s talk about why that might not be the best idea.
1. They’re Funny—But Are They Organised?
A wedding MC isn’t just there to be funny. They have an actual job to do—keeping the night flowing, ensuring people are in the right place at the right time, and making sure no one (especially you) is left wondering what’s happening next. A professional wedding MC knows how to balance humour with structure, keeping everything running smoothly while making sure your guests are entertained (and actually know when dinner is being served).
2. The Risk of “Too Much” Personality
Your funny friend might be hilarious, but weddings require a different kind of humour—one that doesn’t overshadow the couple or make your grandma blush. A wedding emcee knows how to read the room, adjust their tone, and make sure their jokes land without turning the event into an impromptu comedy roast.
3. Handling the Unexpected Like a Pro
Weddings are full of surprises—late caterers, missing guests, spontaneous speeches. A wedding reception MC has seen it all and knows how to handle hiccups without breaking a sweat. Your friend, on the other hand, might not be as equipped to deal with the unexpected and just push on like there is NOTHING TO SEE HERE.
4. Keeping the Focus Where It Belongs—On You
This is your day, not an open-mic night. A professional wedding MC knows how to make you and your partner shine, guiding the event with warmth, humour, and just the right level of presence - without removing the focus from exactly where it needs to be.
5. The Gift of Letting Your Friends Be Guests
Your friends should be there to celebrate with you, not stress about schedules and cue cards. Hiring a professional wedding MC allows them to relax, have a drink, and enjoy the night without the pressure of performing.
The Bottom Line? Hire a Pro.
A great wedding MC isn’t just funny—they’re prepared, professional, and focused on making sure your day goes off without a hitch (except the obvious one, of course). Let your funny friend do what they do best—being an amazing guest—while a professional handles the rest.
