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Bride and Groom at a Funeral and in Consoling Mourners

Question

A close relative of the groom passed away during the seven days of Sheva Brachot. Is it permissible for the bride and groom to attend the funeral and console the mourners?

Answer

During the days of celebration, the bride and groom may attend the funeral and console the mourners.

Source

Shulchan Aruch, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 361

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