The groom's parent's will be seated just prior to the mother of the bride at the ceremony. The father in law is 2nd to dance with the bride after the groom's first dance.
After the engagement contact the bride's parents. Host the rehearsal dinner. May host an engagement party after bride's parents do. Provide the couple with a guest list.
Who Pays For What - The Traditional Arrangement Any general expenses they may wish to contribute. Personal wedding attire. Rehearsal dinner party. Special item they may wish to purchase: toasting goblets, ring pillow, etc. Travel and accommodations for groom's family. Wedding gift for the bride and groom.