Thank-You Notes to Your Parents for Making Your Wedding Day Perfect

By Billie •  Updated: 04/23/23 •  9 min read

Expressing your gratitude to your parents for their support and contributions to your wedding is important. We’ve got some heartfelt, creative, and humorous thank-you note examples to help you write the perfect message to your parents.

Read on for wedding thank-you wording to parents, tips on how to say thank you, and how to write thank-you notes to the parents of the bride.

Do You Send Wedding Thank-You Cards to Parents?

Yes, it is customary to send wedding thank-you cards to the parents of the bride and groom. Your parents have most likely played a significant role in your life and especially in your wedding planning process, so it’s important to show them your appreciation. A handwritten thank-you note will let them know how much you appreciate their love, support, and mega moolah contribution to your special day. Your note doesn’t have to be elaborate, just a heartfelt message of thanks for all that they’ve done for you.

Examples of What to Write in a Wedding Thank-You Card to Your Parents

  1. Dear Mom and Dad, Thank you for all your love and support throughout our lives and especially during our wedding planning process. We could not have done it without you. Your wisdom, guidance, and encouragement have been invaluable, and we are grateful for all the sacrifices you have made for us. Love always, [Your Names]
  2. To the best parents in the world, Thank you for giving us the wedding of our dreams. Your love and generosity made everything possible, and we will always cherish the memories of our special day. We are so lucky to have you in our lives, and we appreciate everything you do for us. With love and gratitude, [Your Names]
  3. Dear Mom and Dad, We just wanted to thank you for being the most amazing parents we could ever ask for. Your love, support, and encouragement have made us who we are today, and we are so grateful for all that you do. Our wedding day was perfect because of you, and we will never forget your kindness and generosity. Love you always, [Your Names]
  4. Mom and Dad, You have always been there for us, through thick and thin, and we cannot express how much we appreciate your love and guidance. Our wedding day was a reflection of the love and support you have shown us throughout our lives, and we are so grateful for everything you have done. Thank you for being the best parents in the world. Love always, [Your Names]
  5. To the parents who made it all possible, Thank you for your unwavering love and support, not just during our wedding planning process but throughout our entire lives. We could not have asked for better parents, and we are so grateful for everything you do. Our wedding day was a dream come true, and we will always cherish the memories. With love and gratitude, [Your Names]
  6. Dear Mom and Dad, Thank you for everything you have done to make our wedding day so special. Your love, support, and encouragement mean the world to us, and we are so lucky to have you in our lives. We know that we can always count on you, and we appreciate your guidance and wisdom. Love you always, [Your Names]
  7. To our loving and supportive parents, Thank you for being our rock and our anchor during our wedding planning process. Your unwavering support and encouragement kept us going when things got tough, and we are so grateful for all that you have done. Our wedding day was perfect because of you, and we will always treasure the memories. Love and hugs, [Your Names]
  8. Mom and Dad, You have always been there for us, no matter what, and we cannot thank you enough for your love and support. Our wedding day was a reflection of the amazing parents you are, and we are so lucky to have you in our lives. Thank you for being the best role models, friends, and parents we could ever ask for. With love and gratitude, [Your Names]
  9. To the parents who taught us how to love, laugh, and live life to the fullest, Thank you for everything you have done for us. Our wedding day was a celebration of the love and support you have given us over the years, and we are so grateful for all the sacrifices you have made. We love you more than words can express, and we will always cherish the memories of our special day. With love and gratitude, [Your Names]
  10. Thank you for raising me to be the person I am today. Your guidance and love have been a foundation for me throughout my life. Now, as I begin this new chapter as a married person, I am grateful for everything you have done for me. Thank you for always being there and for supporting me in every way possible.
  11. Mom and Dad, I can’t thank you enough for all you have done to make our wedding day perfect. You both have put in so much effort, and we are grateful for everything you have done. We are lucky to have parents like you who care so much about our happiness. Thank you for being such amazing parents and for being there for us through thick and thin.
  12. We know how much time and energy you put into making our wedding day special, and we are so grateful for everything you have done. Your love and support mean the world to us, and we are lucky to have such wonderful parents. We love you and thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
  13. Mom and Dad, thank you for all the sacrifices you have made over the years to make our lives better. You have always been there for us, and we are so grateful for your unwavering support. Our wedding day was a dream come true, and it wouldn’t have been possible without you. We love you both so much.
  14. Thank you for being our rock, for your endless love and support, and for making our wedding day unforgettable. We are blessed to have such loving and caring parents who have always been there for us. We will cherish the memories of our wedding day forever, and we owe it all to you.

Wedding Thank-You Wording to Parents

Dear Mom and Dad,

Thank you so much for everything you’ve done to make our wedding day special. Your love and support mean the world to us. We couldn’t have asked for better parents, and we’re grateful for your help in making our dreams come true. We hope you had as much fun as we did and that the memories of this day and the laughs from the toasts will last a lifetime.

Love always, [Your Names]

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Say Thank You to Your Parents For A Wedding (Example Wording)

To the best parents in the world,

We wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for your support and generosity in making our wedding day a success. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for all the love and care you’ve given us over the years. We hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did and that the memories will last forever.

Love, [Your Names]

Write a Thank-You Note to Parents of the Bride, Like So

Dear [Mom and Dad of the Bride],

We cannot thank you enough for all the support, love, and encouragement you have given us throughout our relationship. Your presence and participation in our wedding day were invaluable, and we truly appreciate everything you’ve done to make it special. Thank you for your hospitality, generosity, and for being such wonderful parents. We love you both very much.

Sincerely, [Your Names]

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Casual Thank-You Notes to Your Parents for Paying For and Hosting Your Wedding

  1. “Mom and Dad, we couldn’t have had this amazing wedding without your support. You’ve always been our biggest cheerleaders and we’re so grateful for your love and generosity. Thanks for footing the bill and giving us the most beautiful venue to celebrate our love. We’ll never forget this special day!”
  2. “Dear Mom and Dad, you gave us the wedding of our dreams and we’ll always cherish the memories. We know how hard you worked to make everything perfect, from the venue to the decorations, and we appreciate every little detail. We promise to pay it forward and make you proud as we start our journey as a married couple.”
  3. “To the best parents in the world, thank you for making our wedding day one to remember. Your love and support mean everything to us and we’re so lucky to have you in our lives. We’ll never forget the amazing venue you provided and the incredible party that followed. We love you more than words can say!”
  4. “Mom and Dad, we want to thank you for giving us the wedding of a lifetime. Your financial support made everything possible and we’re so grateful for your sacrifice. We promise to honor your legacy by building a strong and loving marriage, just like you have. You truly are the best parents anyone could ask for!”
  5. “Hey Mom and Dad, you know what they say, ‘the family that pays for the wedding gets to choose the venue’… so thanks for picking such a great spot! All jokes aside, we’re so grateful for your support and generosity. We had the time of our lives and we owe it all to you. Love you guys!”

I hope these examples help inspire you to write your own heartfelt thank-you notes to your parents for your (once-in-a-lifetime) wedding!

Billie

I like to climb mountains, read Nietzsche, and explore the West Coast. I have a BA from York University (2003) in Toronto, Canada, and yet on this site I sometimes spell like an American (know your audience). Thank you. Thank you very much.

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