What to Include on an Info Card
Let’s talk about that extra card in your wedding invitation suite: the info card. The main invitation is pretty straightforward: who’s getting married, when, and where. Easy enough. But then you get to that mysterious additional details card and suddenly… paralysis. What exactly should go on it? What if you forget something? Do you even need one? Let’s break it down together!
So, What Is an Info Card For?
The short answer: it’s where you share anything extra your guests need to know.
The longer answer? Some couples need one, some don’t. Some need three. It all depends on your specific plans. Think of it as the supporting cast to your star invite—there when you need it, totally optional when you don’t. Here’s how I help my clients decide what to include:
Reception Details
Is your reception in the same location as your ceremony? If yes, great! A simple “Reception to follow” or "Celebration immediately to follow" line on the main invitation will do the trick.
If no, now we’re talking info card. Let your guests know what’s happening next.Try something like:
“Please join us after the ceremony for cocktails, dinner, and dancing at…”
Then list the reception location name, full address, and start time. If it’s a bit of a drive, that time detail is key.
When your reception is at a different location than your ceremony, always put it on a separate card - not on the invitation. Then, on a separate card, you'll start with something along the lines of:
"Please join us following the ceremony for {cocktails, dinner, dancing, brunch, appetizers, snacks ......} beginning at ...... {time}.
Timeline of Events
A short timeline helps guests know what’s happening when. Especially helpful if people are only attending part of the day or might arrive late. Then they know that drinks are at 6, but if they're stuck somewhere, they also know that dinner begins at 7. You can keep it elegant and minimal or make it playful with icons. Either way, it’s helpful and thoughtful.
Ceremony, Cocktail Hour & Dinner Locations
If everything’s happening at the same venue but in different spots (think lakeside ceremony, cocktails on the veranda, dinner in the ballroom), this is a great spot to share that. Consider including a small map or note to help guests find their way.
Dress Code or Weather Notes
Let guests know what to expect and how to dress. For example:
“Outdoor ceremony, please wear flats!”
“Fall in Vermont can be chilly, bring a wrap.”
Or just a simple: “Black Tie” or “Cocktail Attire.”
These are small things that help your guests feel prepared, and avoid frantic phone calls the week before.
Accommodations
If you’ve booked a hotel block or arranged special rates, include that here! Be sure to list the hotel name, address, booking link or code, and any cutoff dates. Add notes about parking or shuttles if that applies. If you have a shuttle, make sure to include the shuttle pickup location address and the time the shuttle is leaving. Guests will thank you for the heads up.
Website
Your wedding website is the perfect place for overflow info. So on the card, just include a line like:
“For more details about travel, accommodations, and our registry, visit [YourWebsite.com].”
This way, your info card stays clean and guests still have everything they need.
Destination Wedding or Wedding Weekends
If you’re planning a welcome party, farewell brunch, or sightseeing suggestions for out-of-town guests, the info card is a great place to highlight that. You don’t need to include everything, but even a short “join us for brunch the next morning at…” can make your guests feel so welcome.
You could even add in things to do around town. We did this for our wedding! We wanted our family and friends to know what our favorite places to go while they were there - extend their stay for a vacation.
A Few Info Card Tips
- Info cards are typically 5x7 or smaller, so space is limited. Stick to what’s essential and point to your website for the rest. Refer them to your website whenever possible.
- If you’re not sure what belongs where, make a master list of all your info. Then I’ll help you decide what goes on the card and what belongs online.
- Don't feel like you have to figure this out alone. I’ve designed hundreds of suites, and I know exactly how to make the details
But… Do I Even Need an Info Card?
Not necessarily. If your ceremony and reception are in one place, you don’t need a timeline, and all your guests are locals, you might not need one at all. That’s the beauty of custom stationery—we design it around your needs.
And if you’re eyeing a suite that includes a pocket but you don’t have extra details to share? We’ll take it out. Easy.
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