Typhoon Why would she be going? The only people going to are a rehearsal dinner are the ones “rehearsing” for the ceremony.
I went to rehearsal dinners when my kids got married but never any others.
According to Mr. Yahoo: Who normally goes to a wedding rehearsal dinner?
Immediate family members: Parents, siblings, and grandparents of the couple.
Wedding party: Bridesmaids, groomsmen, flower girls, ring bearers.
Officiant: The person who will be conducting the wedding ceremony.
Close friends: Those who have a special role in the couple's lives.
Out-of-town guests: Those who have traveled a long distance for the wedding.
Conclusion: The rehearsal dinner typically includes close family, wedding party, officiant, and special guests to prepare for the big day.
Perhaps she was invited to the dinner by her friend and feels that her friend's feelings would be hurt if she didn't attend.