Is it possible to have a wedding in April?
April is a turbulent month, so many people have formed a stereotype that a wedding held during this period does not promise the newlyweds anything other than a changeable life, full of worries and worries. But there is another opinion: for couples who entered into a marriage this month, feelings never cool down.
According to the belief of our Slavic ancestors, only those couples whose feelings were truly sincere and strong got married in April
Therefore, you can have a wedding this month without fear.
April is the month that opens the wedding season. This is beneficial for newlyweds, since the prices are very reasonable, there is enough free space in restaurants, and not all photographers and hosts of such celebrations are booked.
Holiday according to church canons
Is it possible to have a wedding in April 2021 according to the church calendar, and which days are considered favorable? Orthodoxy does not encourage various superstitions. The clergy say that it is allowed to get married in a leap year. All rules and terms are prescribed in church canons.
Note!
The best day to hold a festive event is Friday or Sunday. It is not advisable to celebrate the occasion on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday. In addition, clergy refuse to marry newlyweds on days of fasting and great church holidays.
Pros and cons of a wedding at the end of April
The newlyweds treat the choice of the date of the exciting celebration with special trepidation. Finding the ideal day in all respects for concluding an alliance is not so easy. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Positive aspects of getting married this season:
- the spring atmosphere is full of tenderness and trepidation;
- natural decor - first flowers and young green grass;
- you can count on a magical photo shoot if the weather is good;
- comfortable temperature – not hot and not cold;
- The holiday season has not yet arrived, so almost everyone will be invited guests;
- wide scope for choosing symbols: birds, butterflies, flower buds will come in handy.
Disadvantages of a wedding in April:
- unstable weather, there is a chance to ruin your hair and makeup;
- Lent, which covers the April period, limits the dates that can be chosen for the celebration. This is very inconvenient for believers;
- Rainy weather can disrupt plans for an outdoor photo shoot.
This spring month is considered a tourist month. During this period, there are many promotions and discounts at travel agencies, which gives the newlyweds the opportunity to go on a trip immediately after the celebration, purchasing a ticket at reduced prices.
When to plan a celebration
If the newlyweds love each other, then a wedding in April will be a good reason to gather the whole family in one place. Superstitious couples should check the 2021 church calendar in advance. If you manage to choose a favorable day for the celebration, then the relationship between the partners will be strong and the marriage will be happy.
The only thing is that there are not many good days in April 2021. We'll have to wait until Lent and the great church holiday are over. After which you are allowed to go to the registry office and plan the holiday. The end of the month is ideal for this.
April is an ambiguous period. It is difficult to predict the weather, and there will be few good days in the month. But if a couple loves each other, then difficulties are not a hindrance to them. Partners will be able to pass all the tests and create a strong and happy family.
Signs
April, despite its chaos and variability, is generally considered a favorable month for wedding ceremonies. According to ancient beliefs, when organizing celebrations in this spring month, you need to pay attention to the following signs:
- a wedding played in April spring promises the couple a life “in fairness”: something will go away, and somewhere it will come. But as a result, husband and wife are destined to live in harmony and balance;
- the couple must be prepared for the fact that there will be many unpredictable situations and unexpected turns of fate in life. They can be both negative and positive;
- There is an opinion that fate will test the strength of the April newlyweds. There are many not only real challenges ahead, but also imaginary problems. Such situations will make the relationship even stronger and more reliable.
According to Slavic traditions, this month has long been distinguished for newlyweds as the happiest. They said that during this period only those couples in whose hearts live sincere feelings and true love are bound by the bonds of legal marriage.
Getting married in April: signs
However, the confusion and changeability of the April weather is not able to stop the lovers. Therefore, it wouldn’t hurt for young people to learn April folk signs.
Let's start with the weather. It is its unpredictability that is the basis for many predictions.
If the weather changed several times during the wedding, expect the same difficult life together.
Fate will try to throw the couple into difficult situations, from which it will not be easy to get out of without losing face and strong relationships.
It is April couples who need to count on justice and natural balance. That is, if you lose it somewhere, you will find it somewhere else. This will help the couple over time find balance in their relationship and find spiritual harmony.
A couple who united their fate in April will find surprises at every turn.
Unexpected turns of fate can become both unpredictable situations and happy accidents.
So surprises can be quite pleasant.
According to Slavic traditions, the month of April was considered lucky for marriage.
Since only couples who are confident in their feelings and carry true love in their hearts are able to risk marriage in April.
The most interesting thing is that the trials of fate can be imaginary. But the couple’s relationship, going through real problems, will only strengthen, and faith in each other will become stronger.
But signs warn young people against the first of April.
After all, on April Fool’s Day, a couple in love can be left “in the cold.” Young people will not like such a “wicked joke” of fate at all.
However, in a modern interpretation, a wedding on April 1 is often perceived as an opportunity to throw a fun feast with jokes and practical jokes.
As a result, we can say that if you are ready for a changeable marriage, for superficial relationships, you can safely apply for April.
Favorable days for a wedding in April
Predictions regarding suitable periods are mixed. Many are convinced that it is better not to organize weddings at all in the first half of the month. This is also reasonable for the reasons that the first ten days are usually covered by Lent, and such an event requires certain restrictions and compliance with church canons. Therefore, April 25 is a favorable day for a wedding. But the wedding on April 17 depends directly on when Easter is.
When choosing a wedding date, it is also recommended to focus on the lunar calendar
Wedding April 1
April 1 is celebrated in our country as April Fool's Day (also called April Fool's Day). A wedding ceremony held on this day predicts remaining a fool for the rest of your life. Therefore, it is better to choose a different date for the wedding.
Wedding on Krasnaya Gorka
Marriage on Krasnaya Gorka is considered the most auspicious day. Couples who tie the knot on the first Sunday after Easter will be happy. Even the famous Russian proverb says about this: “Whoever marries on Krasnaya Gorka will never separate.” Therefore, on such a day there are always a lot of wedding celebrations.
Is it possible to have a wedding on April 25 (Easter)
The clergy recommend refraining from such a celebration during the first week after Easter - Bright Week. The wedding calendar for April also speaks about this. Therefore, a wedding on April 25 (Easter) is not the best idea.
The last ten days are considered a favorable period for holding a wedding ceremony in April. A wedding on April 18 promises a successful, measured life for the spouses. A wedding on April 22, on the 17th lunar day, prophesies a joyful and happy life for the newly-made family. It is better for very young couples not to plan a wedding on April 20. There is a high risk that their relationship will not be able to cope with the difficulties that will come along the way. But for mature couples, on the contrary, this day is very suitable. The union will be strong and harmonious.
A wedding on April 28 will not bring happiness in family life. The union will be fragile, with frequent quarrels and reproaches. This also applies to those who are planning a wedding on April 30th.
Wedding ceremony in April 2021
Many young people cannot decide on the date of the celebration for a long time. And this is not surprising. For a happy marriage, the wedding must be celebrated on auspicious days. If a couple is planning a ceremony in April 2021, it's worth checking the church calendar.
There will not be many “good” days in the month to hold a wedding celebration. Lent will end on the 18th, and relationships can only be registered 3 days after Easter. In the table you can find all the information you are interested in.
Month | Favorable days | Unfavorable days |
April | 25-27, 30 | 1-22, 24, 28, 29 |
The clergy claim that only the second half of the month is suitable for registering a marriage. At this time, newlyweds should visit the registry office and say vows to each other. In this case, the union will be happy and the celebration unforgettable.
Ritual for the happiness of newlyweds
An unusual ritual is performed for the newlyweds at the wedding. The bride and groom drink a glass of champagne to the bottom, and then throw it on the floor with such force that it shatters into many small pieces. This marks goodbye to single life.
In order for the newlyweds to live happily and prosperously, they are sprinkled with wheat
Young people should bite off a piece of the pie from different sides. The one who managed to tear off a larger piece will be the main one in the family.
To live long, happily and without quarrels, and to ensure a strong union, newlyweds can hang their padlock on a bridge (there are these in almost every city). These locks are engraved with the names of the bride and groom and the wedding date.
Attention! To rid family life of negativity, newlyweds tie a wedding ribbon to the tallest tree.
Tips for preparing for an April wedding
- For an April wedding, it is better to choose a dress with a closed bodice and without a long, flowing hem, which will instantly get wet and dirty in bad weather.
- It is advisable to prepare two pairs of shoes: the first for special occasions indoors, the second for walking.
- In case of cool or rainy weather, it is worth stocking up on a cape, bolero or fur coat, as well as an umbrella.
- When decorating an April wedding, delicate pastel colors such as pink, yellow, green, light green, and lilac will be appropriate. As well as seasonal flowers: daffodils, snowdrops, lilies of the valley, crocuses, hyacinths and others. As symbols of family and marriage, you can use anything related to birds (nests, figures and silhouettes of birds, cages, feathers) or Easter symbols.
- In case of rain, think in advance about alternative locations for your wedding photo shoot.