A new startup in France called Invitin is offering an unusual — and surprisingly practical — way for couples to offset wedding expenses: selling tickets to their big day… to strangers.

The service, which quietly launched at the beginning of 2025, is already gaining attention for blending hospitality, curiosity, and crowd-financed love.
️ How It Works

According to Invitin’s founder, Katia Lekarski, the idea is simple: couples list their wedding online, and strangers can book a ticket to attend. As of August 4, 2025, there are nine weddings available on the Invitin platform.

Ticket prices range from €80 to €150

4 to 20 tickets are typically available per wedding

Invitin takes a 20% commission from each sale

But it’s not just a random party crash.
🧾 Not Just a Free-For-All

Couples get to review profiles of interested guests before accepting bookings. And guests must agree to the wedding’s rules, which often include:

Dressing appropriately

Arriving on time

No posting photos without permission

Drinking in moderation 🍷

Lekarski told The Guardian the startup is still in its early stages but believes Invitin offers a fun, respectful way to cover part of the wedding cost while creating a unique experience for everyone involved.
Not the First of Its Kind

A similar idea has already been operating in India for years: JoinMyWedding, a platform where tourists can pay to attend authentic Indian weddings and experience the culture firsthand.

Would you sell tickets to your wedding? Or pay to attend someone else’s?