101 Best Processional Songs to Walk Down the Aisle To

 

101 songs for walking down the aisle

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You’ve found THE dress and ordered gorgeous dresses for your bridesmaids. You’ve locked down the date and secured your venue. You’ve chosen the menu, the cake, the band, and the photographer.

Now that all the most important elements are ready, it’s time to focus on another fun part of wedding planning:

Choosing the songs that’ll play on the big day!

The first songs your guests will hear are the wedding party processional songs you walk down the aisle to. And those songs will set the entire tone for your wedding day.

Not sure if you should play traditional, classic music, or modern-day love songs at your wedding ceremony? 

Here are 100+ of our favorite processional songs that are sure to make your wedding entrance a spectacular moment:

Here Comes the Bride (& Other Traditional Processional Songs)

 

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“The Bridal Chorus,” (aka “Here Comes the Bride” and “The Bridal March”) is the quintessential walk-down-the-aisle wedding song. For over 200 years, brides have been making their grand entrance to this classic.

But it’s only one of many amazing options:

Almost any soft, light piece of classical music can make for a great wedding walk. That’s especially true if you’re having a live string quartet provide your ceremony entertainment. 

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Songs for the Groom to Walk Down the Aisle To

Some grooms simply take their position at the altar or wedding arch. But we’re seeing more and more grooms enjoy a walk-down-the-aisle moment of their own!

Here are some songs that might be perfect for that unique experience:

Are you and your beloved Bridgerton fans, or prefer to stick with instrumental music for your ceremony? 

Well, here’s another amazing option:

Modern Classics (Just Like You)

 

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Is a traditional song like “Here Comes the Bride” just not for you? If so, consider something that’s a bit more modern yet still completely wedding-appropriate. 

Most of your wedding guests are likely to know (or at least have heard) these modern classics:

Keep in mind that many of these modern classics have been covered by other artists over the years. 

For alternative ideas, check out:

Country Songs to Walk Down the Aisle To

 

There’s no shortage of country songs about love, and the soft strumming of an acoustic guitar makes for beautiful wedding ceremony music! 

Here are some ‘90s and ‘00s classics (including three from Country-Pop Queen Shania) and a few newer tunes to make your walk down the aisle a memorable one:

Do you want all of your country-music-loving wedding guests to burst into tears as you make your grand entrance? 

Opt for the all-time classic from the Queen of Country herself: 

Rock Songs to Walk Down the Aisle To

 

From ‘60s classics to ‘80s rock ballads, these songs are for the couple who wouldn’t dream of walking down the aisle to anything traditional: 

At its core, rock is about being a bit rebellious. So even if your favorite genre is grunge or punk or heavy metal, any rock song can be a great wedding song if you choose an acoustic version. 

Or, if you want to be exactly who you are without compromising, opt for something haunting and moody that no one will expect, like:

R&B Songs to Walk Down the Aisle To

 

While most R&B songs make you want to dance and groove, some make for perfect wedding ceremony processional songs, like:

If you decide not to walk down the aisle to one of these R&B wedding songs, they’re definitely worth adding to your reception slow-song playlist! 

Songs for Bridesmaids and Groomsmen to Walk Down the Aisle To

 

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Any of the modern, country, or rock songs listed above could play when your bridesmaids and groomsmen walk down the aisle… especially if the bride plans to walk to something traditional. 

Here are a few others that might be right for your special day

Remember, you can make any song sound more “wedding-like” if you play an acoustic, instrumental, or string quartet version. That includes those epic dance jams and BFF bonding songs that you scream at the top of your lungs whenever you get together. 

Hey, you could even go for a full-on Phoebe Friends moment and play:

Read: The Ultimate Wedding Music Guide

Songs for Family to Walk Down the Aisle To

 

Give your parents, step-parents, and grandparents a moment to shine by selecting a processional song that’s just for them! 

These timeless tunes are perfect aisle-walking songs for those special loved ones who aren’t actually in the wedding party:

Keep in mind that family members will take their seats before any members of the wedding party walk down the aisle. So you’ll want to choose a song that flows nicely into the groomsmen, groom, and bridesmaids' songs that’ll follow. 

Funny Songs to Walk Down the Aisle To

 

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From comedy songs to chart-topping hits with lyrics that aren’t quite appropriate for a ceremony about a lifelong commitment, we love these selections for couples who want their guests to enjoy a laugh

It’s the lyrics that make these songs “funny” choices. If you want to make this moment a private, silly joke between the two of you, consider playing an instrumental version. 

Mood-Setting Instrumentals to Walk Down the Aisle To 

Some couples choose processional songs for their sentimental, meaningful lyrics. But “The Bridal Chorus” and “Canon in D” are centuries-old evidence that you can create a memorable moment with instruments alone. 

There are endless catalogs of instrumental classical pieces to choose from, but here are a few modern standouts: 

For couples who love Game of Thrones and are looking for a unique processional song, consider:

It’s haunting and intense. However, the orchestration makes for a powerful, memorable walk-down-the-aisle moment. 

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More Good Songs To Walk Down the Aisle To

 

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There are hundreds of amazing processional songs to choose from. But the right ones for your wedding depend on your musical taste, personal style, and wedding vibes. 

If you haven’t found your ideal processional song yet, here are a few more that might be perfect for your big day:

 


 

No matter what wedding music you choose for your wedding party and bride’s entrance, it should:

  • •  Capture your style
  • •  Complement your wedding vibe
  • •  And reflect who you are as a bride and as a couple

So, find a song you love and run down that aisle. It doesn’t really matter what song you choose because the person you love will be there at the end, waiting to say their forever “I do!”


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