10 Creative Ideas for Your Wedding Crossword Puzzle
Published on November 30, 2025
A sample puzzle made with MyCrosswordCreator
So, you've decided to add a crossword puzzle to your wedding. Great choice! It's a fantastic way to entertain guests during the "lull" periods of the day—like waiting for the ceremony to start or during cocktail hour while you're off taking photos.
But the hardest part is often coming up with the clues. You want them to be personal, but not so obscure that only your mom knows the answers.
Here are 10 creative categories and clue ideas to help you build the perfect puzzle on MyCrosswordCreator.com.
1. The "Firsts"
Everyone loves a good origin story. Test how well your guests know your history.
- Clue: City where we met. Answer: CHICAGO
- Clue: Location of our first date. Answer: STARBUCKS
- Clue: Who said "I love you" first? Answer: MARK
2. The Proposal
Share the details of the big moment.
- Clue: Month we got engaged. Answer: DECEMBER
- Clue: Where did he propose? Answer: BEACH
- Clue: Did she cry? (Yes/No). Answer: YES
3. Favorites (His & Hers)
A classic category that's easy for friends to guess.
- Clue: Groom's favorite sport. Answer: SOCCER
- Clue: Bride's favorite dessert. Answer: CHEESECAKE
- Clue: Our go-to pizza topping. Answer: PEPPERONI
4. The Wedding Party
Give a shoutout to your besties.
- Clue: Name of the Maid of Honor. Answer: SARAH
- Clue: The Best Man's relation to the groom. Answer: BROTHER
- Clue: Number of bridesmaids. Answer: SIX
5. The Honeymoon
Let guests know where you're jetting off to.
- Clue: Honeymoon destination. Answer: HAWAII
- Clue: Activity we are most excited for. Answer: SURFING
Ready to Build Yours?
Now that you have your list, it's time to put it into a grid. You don't need to draw it by hand!
Use our Free Wedding Crossword Maker to generate a professional-looking puzzle in seconds. It's free, requires no login, and you can download a print-ready PDF immediately.