Why People Bury a Sausage Before Their Wedding (And Other Weather Warding Wonders)

When it comes to weddings, every couple hopes for the perfect day—and for many, that means sunshine, blue skies, and not a cloud in sight. But what if the weather forecast looks a bit like this last weekend has been… soggy?

Some couples, rather than relying solely on hope, turn to a rather curious tradition: burying a sausage the night before the wedding.

Yes, you read that right. A sausage. 
A Tasty Tradition?
This quirky weather-prevention ritual reportedly began in parts of Europe (particularly Austria and Germany), where burying a sausage—often a bratwurst or other pork variety—was believed to win over the weather gods. In some cases, the groom or the best man buries the sausage in the garden of the ceremony or reception venue, usually the night before the wedding.

The act is said to be a playful (and slightly superstitious) way to ward off rain on the big day.

But does it work? That depends on who you ask! Some couples swear by it, while others may end up with a soggy sausage and a soggy ceremony.

But Isn’t Rain on Your Wedding Day… Lucky?
If you’ve read my previous post, Rain on Your Wedding Day? Here’s Why It’s Lucky, you’ll know that rain has traditionally been viewed as a lucky omen, after all a wet knot is harder to untie!

So while I understand the desire for blue skies and sunny smiles in the wedding photos, a little rain might not be the bad omen it’s often feared to be.

Superstitions and Sentiment
Wedding traditions are full of these wonderfully weird rituals—from burying sausages to wearing “something blue.” 

Whether or not you believe they work, they do serve a purpose: they make your wedding feel personal, meaningful, and steeped in a sense of fun.

So if burying a sausage gives you a laugh, a bit of hope the night before the wedding or a story to tell in years to come, go ahead. 

Just remember where you put it, or the venue gardeners might have a few questions. 

Registrar's Take
As someone who’s stood at the front of more ceremonies than I can count, I’ve seen all kinds of weather—and all kinds of ways couples make the best of it. Whether you're rain-drenched, sun-kissed, or somewhere in between, it's the love, not the forecast, that makes your day unforgettable.

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