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If you’re the kind of couple who gets goosebumps when the Lord of the Rings theme swells, or who knows every note of Zelda’s Lullaby, this one’s for you.
When it comes to planning your wedding music, there’s no rule that says you have to stick with the traditional. In fact, some of the most emotional, romantic and memorable pieces come from the worlds of fantasy films, gaming soundtracks, and epic TV scores. These fantasy wedding song ideas will help you bring a touch of magic to your day, whether you’re walking down the aisle or setting the tone for your drinks reception.
In this blog, I’m sharing a curated list of fantasy-inspired wedding music for ceremony moments, plus a full background set list perfect for drinks or dining.
Fantasy Wedding Song Ideas for Your Ceremony
Even if your guests don’t immediately recognise the original soundtrack, the emotional weight of this music shines through. Here’s one way to structure your wedding ceremony using beautifully reimagined piano versions of iconic fantasy, sci-fi, and gaming themes:
entrance
- Concerning Hobbits – The Lord of the Rings
- The Shire Theme – The Fellowship of the Ring
- Princess Leia’s Theme – Star Wars
These pieces have a gentle, storytelling quality, perfect for creating that goosebumps moment as you enter.
signing of the register
- Dearly Beloved – Kingdom Hearts
- Across the Stars – Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
- Kingdom Hearts Main Theme – Kingdom Hearts II
These fantasy wedding songs are romantic and heartfelt, yet instrumental and soothing, ideal for that quiet pause in the ceremony.
exit
- Zelda’s Lullaby – The Legend of Zelda
- The Main Theme from Skyrim – The Elder Scrolls V
- The Throne Room / End Title – Star Wars: A New Hope
Looking for an epic moment? These melodies give you that cinematic finish: joyful, triumphant, and full of personality.
Background Set List: Fantasy wedding song ideas for Your Drinks Reception or Wedding Breakfast
If you’re a fan of RPGs, fantasy films, or emotional soundtracks from iconic games and movies, this set list will feel like home. It’s romantic, nostalgic, and quietly epic – ideal for a drinks reception or relaxed wedding breakfast.
Here are 20 fantasy wedding song ideas for background piano music:
- Concerning Hobbits – The Lord of the Rings
- Zelda’s Lullaby – The Legend of Zelda
- To Zanarkand – Final Fantasy X
- Hedwig’s Theme – Harry Potter
- Aerith’s Theme – Final Fantasy VII
- The Shire Theme – The Fellowship of the Ring
- Bella’s Lullaby – Twilight
- Jurassic Park Theme – Jurassic Park
- Harry & Hermione – Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
- Howl’s Moving Castle Main Theme – Studio Ghibli
- The Ludlows – Legends of the Fall
- Dearly Beloved – Kingdom Hearts
- Kakariko Village Theme – The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
- Across the Stars – Star Wars: Episode II
- A Window to the Past – Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
- Star Trek: Voyager Main Theme – Jerry Goldsmith
- Princess Leia’s Theme – Star Wars
- The Shores of the Nine – God of War
- Final Fantasy VII Main Theme – Final Fantasy VII
- The Throne Room / End Title – Star wars: A New Hope
Let Your Love Story Sound Like a Fantasy
Your wedding doesn’t have to follow a formula, and neither should your music. Whether you walk down the aisle to The Shire Theme or fill your reception with melodies from your favourite game, these fantasy wedding song ideas prove that music from the worlds you love can still be elegant, emotional, and totally wedding-worthy.
Worried we haven’t talked about the ceremony in enough detail?
Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to choosing your music for the aisle walk, signing, or exit, download our Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Wedding Ceremony Music. It’s packed with expert tips and inspiration to help you get it just right.
Hannah x