Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Wedding Ceremony & Reception Little Darlings: Roles for Children By Sarah Schreiber Sarah Schreiber Sarah Schreiber has been writing, editing, and producing lifestyle and weddings content for over seven years. In that time, she has interviewed and worked with hundreds of leading experts to become an authority on all things homekeeping, flower arranging, home design, and wedding planning. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Close Photo: PAUL MCDONOUGH Single Flower Girl Generally age 3 to 7, she precedes the bride down the aisle, either scattering petals or carrying a mini bouquet or flower basket. Multiple Flower Girls Same duties as above; a larger group often includes older girls who sub for bridesmaids. Ring Bearer A boy, 3 to 7, who walks the aisle before the flower girl, carrying stand-ins for the rings on a cushion. Pages At formal weddings, boys age 4 to 7 who hold the bride's train as she walks down the aisle. Junior Bridesmaids and Groomsmen Children age 8 to 12 who perform the same duties as their older counterparts (short of attending bachelor or bachelorette parties). More Options Ushers, readers, guest-book attendants, candle-lighters, bubble blowers, and others. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit