Keep Cool and Say "I Do!" With the Best Wedding Program Fans

Your wedding program serves as your guests' guide to your ceremony, helping them follow along as you say "I do." If you're planning an outdoor wedding in the warm weather months, or a summer wedding in any setting (because indoor venues can quickly warm up too!)wedding program fans can pull double duty. Not only will it keep your guests informed, but they can also use it to cool off.

Your program fan can be a simple, one-page overview, or it can include tons of information, like readings, song lyrics and tributes to loved ones. When considering what to include on your wedding program, it comes down to your desires and, of course, your budget. If you'd like to hand out wedding fans for guests, browse the options we've included below for some "cool" inspiration.

In this article:

• Do I Need Wedding Program Fans for My Wedding?
• Where to Buy Wedding Program Fans
• Our Favorite Wedding Program Fans

Do I Need Wedding Program Fans for My Wedding?

The only thing you really need for your wedding is two willing participants, an officiant and a marriage license. But just like that perfect gown, that must-have venue, and those reception fireworks (!!), wedding ceremony extras can make your day truly special and unique. And a wedding fan program might just be the perfect added touch for your ceremony. Think about how many you'll need and how that fits into your wedding budget.

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A wedding program fan is a convenient way for guests to stay cool while you exchange vows. It should fit nicely into a hand and be made of cardstock that's heavy enough to be sturdy as it's waved back and forth. You can opt for a paddle-style fan or a more ornate folded fan.

Where to Buy Wedding Program Fans

If you're interested in handing out wedding program fans to your guests, you can either purchase them, make your own (check out these ideas for DIY wedding programs), or hire a stationer to design them for you. Start your search on The Knot Vendor Marketplace, where you can find talented stationers and calligraphers in your area. Or, shop any of the sites listed below for pre-made and fully customizable wedding ceremony program fans.

Etsy: Shop an expansive selection of customizable wedding program fans in both paddle and folded styles. Many shops offer a variety of color options as well, to suit your ceremony aesthetic.

Zazzle: Like Etsy, Zazzle boasts an array of customizable wedding ceremony program fans. You can even shop by style on this site, with helpful categories like black and white, chic, modern and rustic. Or, you can use Zazzle's easy-to-use editing software to create your very own wedding program fan.

Amazon: A great source for good deals on DIY supplies if you're interested in making your own fan wedding programs, Amazon offers great prices on blank cardstock, handles, bows and more. Or, you can save money by opting for a more generic fan that reads something like, "thank you for celebrating with us."

Our Favorite Wedding Program Fans

Here, we're sharing 26 wedding ceremony program fans to hand to your guests so they can cool off while they witness your big moment. No matter what aesthetic you're going for, you're bound to find a wedding program fan that's the perfect touch for your ceremony.

1. Fan With Tassel

Photo: ThatPartyChick | Etsy

This scallop-shaped wedding program fan is a single piece of cardstock available in ivory or white, with room for basic details and each of your names. A gold tassel adorns the bottom of each fan.

Price: $195 for 50

2. Heart-Shaped Fan

Photo: Zazzle

Give a nod to the love you share when you choose this adorable heart-shaped wedding program fan. Choose from eight pretty color combinations, like navy and white, pink and gold, or black and gold, to suit your wedding decor. The front displays your names and wedding date, while the back is chock-full of information about your ceremony, or whatever you choose to share with your guests.

Price: $21 for 10

3. Botanical Wedding Program Fan

Photo: Zazzle

Classic hydrangeas are featured on these pretty wedding ceremony program fans. The blue florals adorn the top of the fans and pop against the white background. Plenty of room remains for your personalized wedding day details.

Price: $21 for 10

4. Petals Attached With Brad

Photo: TheDesignSoph | Etsy

If you're looking for wedding fan programs that can hold a ton of information, this style might be the best for you. This ceremony fan features different "petals" attached at the bottom with a single gold brad, allowing you to have as few or as many petals (up to eight) as you need. Then, guests can spread the petals into a fan as they follow along.

Price: From $62 for 30

5. Double-Sided Infographic Fan

Photo: magnoliapapersandco | Etsy

We love this fun wedding fan program idea: Use cute infographics to relay information to your guests using this editable wedding fan template. Here, pertinent details such as the day's itinerary and location information are presented using colorful images that keep your program fans both visually interesting and useful.

Price: $7 for a digital template

6. Decked With Greenery

Photo: Zazzle

Greenery and florals are among the hottest wedding stationery trends, which is why we love this wedding program fan that's bedecked with eucalyptus and other greenery. Choose from a variety of different shapes on white cardstock.

Price: $20 for 10

7. Sage Green Wedding Program Fan

Photo: SideStreetDesigns | Etsy

The color green has been wildly popular this year, from bright, verdant hues to more subtle tones like hunter and sage green. That's why we love this green wedding program fan. Of course, it's available in several other colors as well, and features a circle of greenery that surrounds your names. Additional details are listed underneath.

Price: $31 for 25

8. Photo Background

Photo: Zazzle

This unique wedding program fan features your favorite photo as a backdrop for all of your pertinent wedding day information. The faded photo allows your words to stand out, while the calligraphy adds a pretty touch.

Price: $30 for 10

9. Festive for Fall

Photo: Zazzle

Even autumn weddings can get hot when the afternoon sun starts to blaze. Hand your guests this cute little program fan, featuring a seasonally appropriate pumpkin that's white with pretty florals surrounding it. What a cute touch for a fall wedding!

Price: $31 for 10

10. Newspaper Program Fan

Photo: CashmerePapery | Etsy

Extra! Extra! Your guests can "read all about" the details of your special day with this newspaper-style fan program. This unique wedding program fan is fully editable using Canva software and comes with a 22-page printable wedding planner.

Price: $12 for digital template

11. Gold Foil Wedding Program Fan

Photo: SideStreetDesigns | Etsy

For an elegant, upscale vibe, this beautiful wedding program fan makes a great choice. Here, gold foil lettering rests atop heavy cardstock in wedding-ready colors like ivory, white and navy. Each of your names will be prominently displayed along with key details of your special day below.

Price: $37 for 25

12. Circular Program Fan

Photo: Zazzle

Keep guests cool with these circular wedding program fans, which are a fun spin on the traditional shape. These feature rustic greenery, but can be customized with any of Zazzle's stationery options. Your names are featured on one side, and you can include any information you'd like on the back.

Price: $21 for 10

13. Black and White Modern Fan

Photo: Zazzle

These rectangular wedding ceremony program fans are designed in black and white for a chic, modern aesthetic. White writing pops against the black background, which features your names on one side and ceremony information on the other. Add a black bow to the bottom of the fan for a touch of glam.

Price: $21 for 10

14. Minimalist and Modern

Photo: Zazzle

Just the facts, please! If you'd like to keep your fan programs as clean and uncluttered as possible, opt for this minimalist design. A white background and thin black script present only the pertinent information guests need as they keep cool with their fans.

Price: $21 for 10

15. Boho Wildflowers

Photo: Zazzle

Perfect for a garden wedding or a boho aesthetic, these wedding program fans feature a delicate arch of wildflowers for a pretty touch. Choose from a variety of different shapes to suit your style.

Price: $21 for 10

16. Rustic String Lights and Florals

Photo: Zazzle

If you're tying the knot in a barn (and there are so many amazing barn wedding venues to choose from!), this rustic wedding program fan simply must be in the hands of your guests. This fan features an image of string lights that illuminate pretty pink florals for a beautiful, rustic vibe.

Price: $20 for 10

17. Black and Gold Elegant Fan

Photo: Zazzle

These striking black and gold wedding program fans give a luxurious vibe, displaying your information alongside gold florals and a bold, black background. Choose from a variety of shapes and customization options.

Price: $20 for 10

18. Classic Florals

Photo: Zazzle

These ceremony fans give classic wedding vibes with elegant hues of pink and gold. Lush, pink florals are abundant at the top, giving way to gold script for your wedding day details.

Price: $21 for 10

19. Victorian Chic

Photo: Zazzle

Everything about these wedding program fans exudes Victorian elegance, from the elegant font to the classy florals that surround your information. Top it off with a silky, blush-colored bow for an added touch of flair.

Price: $30 for 10

20. Outdoor-Inspired

Photo: Zazzle

Perfect for any outdoor wedding, especially a mountainside ceremony, these program fans evoke an outdoorsy vibe with artwork featuring mountains and tall pine trees. Off-white cardstock with a matte finish gives a rustic look and feel.

Price: $30 for 10

21. Simply Tropical

Photo: Zazzle

Lazy palm trees adorn the bottom of this wedding ceremony program fan, which makes it perfect for a beach or destination wedding. The watercolor image evokes that peaceful, easy feeling you get when your toes touch the sand.

Price: $22 for 10

22. Pampas Grass and Greenery

Photo: Zazzle

This pretty wedding program fan gives total boho vibes, with abundant pampas grass and florals in a classic color palette. This fully customizable program allows room for pertinent details along the right-hand side.

Price: $21 for 10

23. Two-Tone

Photo: Zazzle

This program fan features a slate blue and peach floral design, with a two-tone design. The back side of the fan complements the florals on the front, creating an elegant aesthetic. The design matches the suite of blue and peach floral stationery Zazzle offers.

Price: $21 for 10

24. Thank You Fan

Photo: Amazon

Looking to save some money? Opt for these simple, generic ceremony fans from Amazon. Featuring pretty pink and green florals, these plastic fans simply thank your guests for celebrating with you, and skip the customized ceremony details. At a price point of just $20 for 50 fans, this is a great option if you don't want to splurge on wedding program fans.

Price: $20 for 50

25. Rustic Brown Cardstock

Photo: VineWedding | Etsy

Suitable for a variety of wedding day aesthetics, this wedding ceremony program fan features brown cardstock with bold, black lettering. Your order of events is neatly laid out at the bottom under your names and wedding date for a pretty fan that gets the job done, or you can edit it to say whatever you'd like.

Price: $9 for a digital template

26. Modern Script

Photo: UnmeasuredEvent

This minimalist white program fan features black writing in an elegant, modern font. In keeping with the pared-down aesthetic, it only includes the basic details your guests need in order to follow along on your big day.

Price: $10 for downloadable template