You’ve set the date! But now with so much to think about, where to begin? We’ve included a convenient month-by-month checklist to keep you on track as you count down to the wedding day.

12 Months to Go

• Hire a photographer and videographer. Don’t procrastinate — many are fully booked a year in advance!
• Book wedding day transportation
• Begin shopping for your wedding dress
• Start considering your Hair and Make Up service and stylist
• Choose your bridal party and personally ask them to join you on your special day!
• Set your date and send out ‘Save the Date’ cards to your guests
• Book a block of hotel rooms for out of town guests (ask one of our Event Specialists about local hotels!)

11 Months to Go

• Plan ceremony and reception décor
• Set up an appointment with your florist to go over details such as personal flowers, centerpieces, and additional floral needs

10 Months to Go

• Set up wedding gift lists
• Choose ceremony and reception music (don’t forget the processional and recessional songs!)
• Choose a style of wedding dessert, whether it be cake, cupcakes, or doughnuts — see our sizing guide!

9 Months to Go

• Order your wedding dress and have alterations done if necessary

8 Months to Go

• Order hair accessories
• Select wedding bands

6 Months to Go

• Set up a trial run of your wedding hair and makeup
• Send out official wedding invitations — don’t forget to include an R.S.V.P date

5 Months to Go

• Make arrangements for any rental items such as photobooths, tables, chairs and linens etc.
• Arrange any additional sound equipment required

4 Months to Go

• Choose groom’s attire and arrange alterations
• Purchase any other bridal accessories including lingerie, garter, shoes, and jewelry
• Schedule a wedding rehearsal with the venue
• Arrange location and timing for rehearsal dinner

3 Months to Go

• Check in with hotel to ensure accommodations are booked for out of town guests

2 Months to Go

• Make sure your wedding rings have been altered to fit
• Arrange a final fitting of your bridal dress
• Confirm flowers with your chosen florist

1–2 Weeks to Go

• Set up a final detail meeting with your Event Specialist at the venue

The Day Before

• Pack any last-minute items to go to the hotel with you
• Deliver decorations and alcohol to venue before rehearsal
• Wedding rehearsal at the venue
• Rehearsal dinner
• Relax and get plenty of rest!

Wedding Day

• Have a trusted friend or family member handle final payments or additional tips for vendors
• Enjoy every moment of this magical day!