26 Unique Ideas for Your Wedding Exit

These send-offs will make a memorable ending to the most beautiful day.

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All eyes are on you as you walk down the aisle, have your first dance, and cut into your wedding cake. So why should the last few minutes of your big day be any different? The end of the reception is a time to celebrate your embarkment on the next chapter of your life as newlyweds, so it's crucial to make it just as memorable as the rest of the event.

These send-off ideas go beyond throwing rice; ahead, you'll find exits as dramatic as floating away in a hot air balloon and setting sail on your new journey as a married couple in a jet ski. You'll also find some classic options, too. No matter how you plan to end your wedding, we know you'll find an exit on this list that you and your soon-to-be spouse will love.

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On the Water

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Make like this couple and share a kiss on the water as you're driven away in a beautiful, wooden boat.

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A Sparkler-Filled Driveway

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Wolf Stuntworks set up this scene, with sparklers along the driveway, which lit up as the couple rode through in a vintage car.

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Lots of Lanterns

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This bride channeled her love of the movie Tangled and the scene in which the sky is filled with hundreds of lanterns. Here, she and her husband release a lantern of their own, courtesy of Wedding Exits.

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Petal Power

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Ask loved ones to shower you with fresh rose petals—or other blooms used throughout the décor for consistency—for a seriously pretty photo op.

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Up in the Air

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What would be more dramatic and offer a better vantage point than hopping into a hot air balloon at the end of the night?

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Time to Getaway

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Enjoy the open air and hop on a surrey bike for your exit. Add a tropical touch with a "just married" leaf sign for good measure, just like this happy couple did.

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All Lit Up

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Make your sparkler exit twice as bright by setting off sparklers (like these Tirtha Bridal ones) by a body of water. Then marvel in their reflections.

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Safety First

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When your reception is taking place inside a museum, sparklers aren't always allowed. This couple improvised with streamer poppers as they exited the front of the building and headed to the after-party.

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Make a Wish

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At this beachside celebration, the newlyweds and all of their guests released wish lanterns into the night sky over the ocean.

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Surrounded with Love

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When guests line up holding long sparklers that stay lit even longer, it's hard not to be all smiles.

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One Sweet Ride

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Ride off in style on a vintage motorcycle with a sidecar, just like this happy couple did. Before you do? Snap some cute pics (and show off your shoes).

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Raise Them Up

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For a memorable end to the evening, walk through a tunnel of sparklers as you depart. With everyone cheering as they walked by, this couple's exit was clearly something they'll never forget.

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Float Away

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Credit: Marissa Maharaj

These newlyweds hopped into a vintage canoe decorated with eucalyptus, salal, amaranthus, and roses by Marigold and Mint.

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A Surprise Getaway

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Credit: Katie Stoops Photography

This groom had his heart set on driving off in a vintage car at the end of the night. Unbeknownst to him, his bride found an old blue convertible that fit the bill and surprised him with it on the big day. Make like this thoughtful spouse and rent your own ride as a big surprise.

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A Snowy Getaway

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Credit: Erin Kate Photography

What's more magical than a horse-drawn carriage pulling you and your new spouse along in a picturesque, snowy scene? Not much!

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The Sign Off

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Credit: Abby Jiu Photography

Even if you're getting married stateside, you can still channel your roots or honeymoon destination. This couple was heading to Italy, but before they did, he carried her under a big sign that read "Ciao Baby."

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Riding Around

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If you've got your own cool ride, use it! This couple decorated their Ural motorcycle with fresh flowers and greenery, a "just married sign," and trailing ribbons with cans on the ends for their big departure.

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A Love Boat

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When you get married by the water, why not exit on it? This couple jetted off on a lobster boat as they waved at loved ones back on land.

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In Tandem

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This happy couple pulled out all the stops. First, they gave their guests long sparklers. Then they hopped on a tandem bike decorated with streamers, glow-in-the-dark signs, and tiny string lights and rode through the tunnel of guests.

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A Bubbly Exit

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Credit: Suzi Q. Varin

Loved ones gathered outside the venue and blew bubbles as this couple exited the building.

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Horsing Around

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Credit: Clark Brewer

A horse-drawn carriage covered with dozens of ribbon streamers pulled this couple into their happily ever after.

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Ready to Ride

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Credit: Aaron Delesie

A simple, calligraphed "just married" sign adorned the back of this vintage motorbike and sidecar, making for a picture-perfect getaway.

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An Uplifting Exit

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Pick up your spouse and head through a tunnel of guests holding classic sparklers.

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Simple and Sweet

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Credit: Sharee Davenport

Guests held simple white balloons at the send off after this brunch reception.

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Geek Out

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Into Sci-Fi? That's cool. Hand out glow sticks to your guests to wear and then walk through a pair of light sabers.

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On Cloud Nine

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Here, a bride and groom, who initially thought they'd leave the scene amidst a shower of confetti, were surrounded by colorful smoke bombs at the suggestion of planner LB Events. As a juxtaposition to the modern and bold exit, the two then hopped into a classic Jeep with wood paneling.

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