Fast for Bride and Groom on the Fast of Esther

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Question

Should a bride and groom fast on the Fast of Esther, and if they did not fast, do they need to make up the fast later?

Answer

Although according to the basic law there is no need to fast, in practice it is customary to fast.

Source

Responsa Zera Emet, Part 3, Siman 77

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