What no one tells you before getting married in Galicia

Galicia has become one of the most sought-after wedding destinations in northern Spain, and it is no coincidence. Manor houses with centuries of history, estates among green hills, vineyards in the Rías Baixas and beaches for a ceremony almost on the sand.

If you are thinking of getting married here, this article saves you a few stumbles. And when you get to the music, we have a separate guide on which songs to play at each moment.

Getting married in Galicia is easy to dream about and a little harder to organise: the scenery helps, but the weather forces you to have a plan B.

Let's go over what is worth knowing before you book anything.

Why more and more couples choose Galicia

Beyond the scenery, Galicia offers something many couples look for: authenticity. The food, the seafood, the local wine and a festive culture of its own mean a Galician wedding is remembered for more than the photos.

Where to marry: each venue has its audience

The place sets the tone for the whole celebration. This table sums up the most common types of venue in Galicia and who each one suits:

The calendar: when Galicians get married

High season runs from May to September, with July and August as the star months. They have the best weather, but they are also the most in demand: the good venues are booked more than a year in advance.

Watch out for the weather

The Galician weather is part of the charm and also the biggest risk. Even for a mid-summer wedding, having a marquee or a covered space is not overkill: it is what separates a funny anecdote from a real letdown.

What entertainment services you need

Once the venue is booked, it is time to bring the celebration to life. The music is usually handled by a DJ who specialises in weddings, adapting the repertoire to each moment. From there, each couple adds what they want: a photo booth so guests take home a keepsake, screens, special lighting or a photocall.

Music at Galician weddings: tradition and present

Many Galician couples mix the old with the new. A bagpipe at the entrance or the cocktail adds identity, and then the DJ takes over to fill the dance floor. You do not have to choose between tradition and modernity: the nice thing is combining them with taste.

Supplier checklist

These are the suppliers worth booking early, because they are the first to sell out in season:

• Venue for the ceremony and the reception
• Catering
• Photographer and video
• Music: DJ and, if you like, bagpipe or orchestra
• Decoration and flowers
• Photo booth, screens or special lighting
• Transport for the guests

Getting married in Galicia works out well when you plan ahead and leave room for the unexpected. The rest is provided by the place itself.