20+ Father of the Groom Speech Examples

Classic and Sincere

Good evening, everyone. I’m proud to stand here today as the father of the groom. Watching my son grow into the man he is today has been one of the great joys of my life. And today, seeing him marry someone who clearly makes him so happy fills me with gratitude. To the newlyweds—may your life be filled with laughter, trust, and love that deepens with time. Let’s raise a glass to their future.

Heartfelt and Emotional

I still remember holding him as a baby and wondering who he’d become. Today, I saw the answer clearly. A strong, kind, loving man—standing beside someone who brings out the best in him. You’ve both found something rare. Don’t take it for granted. Hold each other close, always. My heart is full today. Here’s to your life together.

Funny and Light

Well, I always knew this day would come—my son getting married. I just didn’t think it would happen before he finally learned how to do his own laundry. But here we are, and I couldn’t be prouder. He’s found someone smart enough to say yes, and patient enough to put up with him. That’s true love. Let’s toast to a lifetime of laughter and not too many arguments over the thermostat.

Warm and Family Focused

Today isn’t just about a marriage—it’s about two families coming together. And I feel lucky to welcome a new daughter into ours. You both bring out something good in each other. That’s clear to anyone who’s seen you together. From here on out, you have a team for life. I wish you peace in the hard times, joy in the good ones, and a love that grows deeper with every year.

Confident and Uplifting

My son—he’s steady, loyal, and has a good heart. I’ve always admired that about him. And today, he’s made the best decision of his life. Watching you two together, I see strength, honesty, and real love. That’s rare, and it’s powerful. You’ve got what it takes to go the distance. Here’s to a marriage built on respect, laughter, and that spark that brought you together in the first place. Cheers!

Classic and Warm

Good evening, everyone.

As the father of the groom, I can tell you—this is a proud and emotional moment. Watching my son grow up has been one of the greatest experiences of my life. From scraped knees to first jobs, and now—marriage.

To my son: You’ve become a man of integrity, patience, and strength. Your mother and I are incredibly proud of you. And today, seeing the love in your eyes as you look at your wife, I know you’ve made the right choice.

To our new daughter-in-law—thank you for the joy you bring into his life. You’ve made our family better just by being in it.

Let’s raise our glasses—to love, loyalty, and a lifetime of shared dreams. To the bride and groom!

Light and Humorous

Good evening, everyone.

I stand here tonight as the proud father of the groom—and also as a man who’s still trying to figure out how that little boy who couldn’t match his socks managed to land such a wonderful wife.

Son, you’ve always done things your own way—sometimes backwards, sometimes upside down—but you always get there in the end. And look where you are now: married, happy, and surrounded by people who love you.

To my daughter-in-law: you’re smart, funny, beautiful—and brave. Very brave.

Marriage isn’t about being perfect—it’s about choosing each other every day. So choose laughter. Choose patience. Choose never going to bed angry… unless you’re really, really tired.

Here’s to a future full of love, and a lifetime supply of clean socks.

Cheers!

Emotional and Reflective

Hello everyone,

When your child is born, people always say, “It goes fast.” And you nod and smile—but you don’t really believe them. Until one day, you wake up, and your little boy is standing in front of you, dressed in a suit, pledging his life to someone he loves deeply.

It’s overwhelming, in the best way.

To my son—your kindness, strength, and steady heart have always been your greatest gifts. And today, you’ve shared those with someone who truly deserves them.

To my new daughter—I want you to know: you’re not just marrying into a family—you’re becoming a part of it. And we couldn’t be happier to have you.

May your days be filled with respect, your nights with peace, and your years with love that only deepens.

To the happy couple.

Grounded and Supportive

Evening, everyone.

I’ll keep this short, because I know the bar’s open and dessert’s on the way.

I just want to say—watching my son get married today was something special. He’s always been a solid, dependable kind of guy. Never needed a lot of attention, just got on with things. And I think that’s exactly what makes him such a good partner—he shows up, every day, without fuss, without fail.

And he’s chosen someone who matches him beautifully. You support each other, you laugh easily, and you both care deeply. That’s all you need, really.

Marriage isn’t about big gestures. It’s the small ones. The coffee made without asking. The extra blanket. The quiet forgiveness.

Here’s to many quiet, good years together. To my son and his wife—cheers.

Heartfelt with a Story

Good evening everyone,

I’d like to take a moment to talk about my son.

When he was eight, we built a treehouse together. And by “together,” I mean I did most of the work while he gave the instructions. He had a plan, a vision, and he was determined to build something strong—something that would last.

It’s funny looking back, because that’s the same approach he’s brought to this relationship. He’s been intentional, caring, and steady.

And to his wife—you’ve brought out the best in him. You’ve made him lighter, more joyful. Watching you two together gives me peace. He’s found his teammate. His match.

Marriage is just like that old treehouse—it takes effort, a good foundation, and someone willing to hold the ladder steady.

To the builders of a new life together—cheers!

Dry Humor and Self-Deprecating

Good evening, everyone.

For those of you who don’t know me, I’m the father of the groom. For those of you who do know me—I’m still the father of the groom. And yes, I’m just as surprised as you are that they let me near a microphone.

Watching my son grow up has been an adventure. He once told me he was going to be a dinosaur when he grew up. I wasn’t convinced—but today, he married someone way out of his league, so clearly he’s still full of surprises.

To the bride: you look stunning. And to the groom: you showed up on time, dressed appropriately, and didn’t faint—well done.

Here’s to a lifetime of laughter, compromise, and pretending the other person’s TV show is actually interesting.

Cheers to the newlyweds!

Sarcastic with a Smile

Hello everyone.

Let me start by thanking everyone who helped put this day together—it’s beautiful. Almost as beautiful as the bride. And my son? Well… he’s here.

He’s grown into a man we’re all proud of. At least 90% of the time. The other 10%… well, that’s between him and his high school math teacher.

To my daughter-in-law—thank you for seeing something in him. I hope you keep seeing it, even when he leaves wet towels on the floor and forgets your anniversary. He means well.

Marriage is all about patience, love, and pretending you didn’t hear the snoring.

Here’s to the happy couple. May your arguments be short, your apologies be quick, and your WiFi signal always strong.

Playful and Full of Dad Jokes

Hi everyone!

I’ll keep this brief, because if I go too long, my wife will give me that look—and trust me, even the groom fears that look.

Let me tell you a bit about my son. He’s smart, funny, and loyal. But he’s also the guy who once tried to cook pasta without water. So… marriage will be a learning curve.

To my new daughter-in-law—welcome to the family! You’ve officially inherited him. No returns, no exchanges, store credit only.

Marriage, they say, is like a roller coaster—there are ups, downs, and occasional screaming. But if you hang on tight and laugh through the loop-de-loops, it can be the ride of your life.

Let’s raise a glass – to love, laughter, and Google searching how to fix a dishwasher.

Charming with a Teasing Tone

Evening, everyone.

I’m the proud father of the groom—emphasis on proud, because frankly, we weren’t always sure this boy would find clean socks, let alone a wife.

But then he met her. And we saw a change. He started dressing better, showing up on time, using actual shampoo. It was clear—she’s a miracle worker.

To the bride: thank you for taking him off our hands. You’ve done us a great service. We owe you.

Marriage is about teamwork. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll argue about who left the fridge open. But if you stick together, it’s worth every moment.

To a couple who’s clearly got what it takes – cheers!

Story Based with a Funny Ending

Good evening, everyone.

I want to share a quick story. When my son was ten, he tried to impress a girl by jumping off the garage roof with a bedsheet as a parachute. He broke his arm. But he also learned two things: one, gravity always wins. And two, when you really like someone, you do ridiculous things.

Fast forward to today—he’s not jumping off roofs, but he’s still putting his whole heart on the line. And this time, he landed on his feet.

To my new daughter-in-law: he’s come a long way. Thank you for seeing past the weird childhood stunts.

To both of you: may your love be strong, your snacks be shared, and your thermostats forever set to “no argument.”

Cheers to the happy couple!

Heartfelt and Grateful

Good evening, everyone.

First, thank you all for being here to celebrate this beautiful day. Seeing friends and family come together like this is something truly special. It means a lot to all of us.

Now, I want to talk about the groom—my son. Watching him grow up has been the greatest privilege of my life. I’ve seen him stumble, grow, laugh, and persevere. And today, I saw him take one of the biggest, most beautiful steps a person can take.

To his bride—thank you for the joy and calm you bring into his life. You’re kind, generous, and clearly very patient… and that last one will come in handy.

Together, you two make sense. You make each other better. You make each other smile. And at the end of the day, that’s what matters most.

So here’s to the two of you—may your home be full of laughter, your arguments be short, and your coffee strong enough to survive the early years.

To love, to partnership, to marriage. Cheers!

Funny and Warm

Ladies and gentlemen, friends, family, tolerated co-workers…

I’d like to welcome you to the wedding reception of my son and his wonderful new wife. For those of you who don’t know me, I’m the man responsible for raising the groom—though I’ve since apologized to his bride for that.

Now, my son has always marched to the beat of his own drum. Sometimes offbeat. Sometimes… no drum. So, when he introduced us to her, we thought—“Well, this girl must be something special.” And she is.

Smart, graceful, kind, and brave enough to marry into this family. That’s no small feat.

They’re a perfect match: he brings the jokes, she brings the structure. He leaves the dishes, she finds the dishwasher. Balance.

Let’s raise a glass—to teamwork, to forgiveness, and to putting the toilet seat down.

To the bride and groom!

Relaxed and Story Driven

Hello everyone.

I won’t keep you long—I know there’s dessert to be had and music to be danced to. But I’d like to say a few words.

When my son was five, he came up to me with a rock in one hand and a worm in the other and said, “This is my treasure.” I said, “Son, you have no idea what real treasure is yet.”

Well… today, he found it.

He found someone to laugh with, cry with, grow with. Someone to challenge him, love him, and be by his side through all of life’s chaos.

To his bride—you are thoughtful, funny, and absolutely perfect for him. And I hope he brings as much happiness to your life as you clearly bring to his.

Here’s to shared adventures, simple joys, and a love that lasts longer than that worm ever did.

Cheers!

Emotional but Light

Good evening everyone.

I’ve been thinking about this day for a long time. Not because I was worried. Not because I doubted it would come—but because I knew that when it did, it would feel like this: big, emotional, beautiful.

As a father, you imagine who your son will grow into. You wonder what kind of man he’ll be, and who he’ll share his life with.

Today, I got my answer.

He’s become kind, strong, and loyal. And he’s chosen a partner who brings out the very best in him. That’s all any parent could ever hope for.

To both of you: never stop being each other’s biggest fans. Keep choosing one another, even on the hard days.

And don’t forget—your mom and I are always here… usually with food.

We love you both. Now let’s celebrate!

Bold, Funny and Loving

Hi everyone.

So here we are—the wedding reception. The party. The part where I get to embarrass the groom just a little… and then pretend I didn’t do it on purpose.

Let me start by saying: I’m proud of him. He’s turned into a decent man, despite the fact that he once tried to fix a broken lamp with duct tape, a fork, and pure optimism.

To his wife—you’re beautiful, sharp, and clearly very forgiving. Welcome to the family. You’ve raised the average IQ of the whole group.

Jokes aside, I look at you two and see something real. Not perfect—but solid. You support each other, challenge each other, and laugh together. That’s all it takes.

Now, I could give you marriage advice—but let’s be honest, you probably already Googled that.

So I’ll just say this: never stop making each other laugh. And keep snacks in the house. That solves most things.

Here’s to love, laughter, and whatever else is left in the open bar. Cheers!

Relaxed and Grateful

Good evening, everyone.

It’s great to have all of you here tonight—family, friends, and soon-to-be family. This dinner means a lot. It’s a quiet moment before the big day, and I’m glad we get to share it together.

Now, I’ve been thinking a lot about what to say as the father of the groom. There’s plenty I could say about how proud I am of my son. And I am. He’s grown into a kind, solid, loyal man. The kind of man who’s ready to be a husband.

And to his bride—you’ve made him better. You’ve brought light and laughter into his life, and for that, we’re all grateful. You’ve become part of our family in every way that matters.

So here’s to both of you. May tomorrow be beautiful, may the cake be edible, and may your marriage be full of laughter and very short arguments.

Cheers!

Funny and Lighthearted

Hi everyone,

Thanks for being here tonight! We’re here to rehearse a wedding, but more importantly—we’re here to eat without wearing tuxedos. So let’s all appreciate that while we can.

I’ll keep it short because the food smells better than I sound. I just want to say a few words about my son.

He’s always been full of surprises. As a kid, he once put peanut butter in the DVD player “to see if it would improve the sound.” It did not.

But he’s grown. And tomorrow, he’ll marry someone who clearly sees something in him we’ve all suspected was there: potential.

To his bride – you’ve brought out a version of him we love even more. He’s steadier, funnier, and genuinely happier.

You two make a great team. Just remember: the key to marriage is communication… and knowing when not to talk during football.

Here’s to the last night before forever begins. Cheers to the almost-newlyweds!

Sentimental with a Personal Touch

Good evening, everyone.

I’ll be honest—I wasn’t sure how I’d feel standing here tonight. I knew I’d be proud. I knew I’d be emotional. What I didn’t expect was how calm I feel, knowing my son is marrying someone so right for him.

He’s been many things in his life—curious, stubborn, messy—but through it all, he’s always had a big heart. And now he’s found someone who brings out the best in him.

To his bride—you fit into this family so naturally. You’ve earned our love not just by loving him, but by being kind, strong, and completely yourself.

Tomorrow is about vows. Tonight is about love, family, and gratitude.

To everyone here—thank you for the roles you’ve played in shaping the couple we’ll celebrate tomorrow.

Let’s raise a glass to a love that’s already strong—and will only grow stronger.

Story Driven and Funny

Hi everyone,

Thanks for coming tonight. I’m the father of the groom, which means I’m allowed to tell slightly embarrassing stories before the open bar tomorrow.

So let me tell you this one: when my son was nine, he “proposed” to a girl in his class using a ring he made out of a gum wrapper. She said no, and he swore off love—until middle school.

Luckily, he didn’t give up completely. Because now, many years later, he’s found someone who said yes. And this time, the ring isn’t made of gum.

To his bride—you’re smart, warm, and have a sense of humor—which will come in handy, trust me.

Tomorrow, it gets real. But tonight, let’s enjoy this moment. One day, you’ll look back and realize this was one of the best dinners of your life.

So here’s to love, timing, and not giving up after the first “no.” Cheers!

Calm, Honest and Loving

Good evening.

It’s a special thing to be surrounded by people who love you the night before your wedding. Tomorrow will be a blur of photos, flowers, and “Where did the ring go?” But tonight—it’s about connection.

To my son: I’ve seen you grow through every phase of life—curious toddler, difficult teenager, focused adult. I’ve watched you fall and get back up. And now I see you becoming something else entirely—a husband. And you’re ready.

To his bride: you ground him, challenge him, make him laugh, and remind him who he is. You make him better. And you fit into our lives like you’ve always been here.

To both of you: marriage isn’t magic. It’s not perfect. It’s effort. But when the effort is built on love, it becomes something unshakable.

Let’s raise our glasses—to family, to tomorrow, and to a lifetime that starts now.