wedding planning Wedding Planning Countdown

He proposed, you accepted, and you are about to start planning for one of the most exciting events of your life. The task before you may appear to be daunting and overwhelming, but there is no need to stress. Just follow print off the following countdown sheet, or check back regularly to track your progress and keep yourself organized.
Our Wedding Planning Countdown is here to help you plan for everything you need to make your wedding dreams come true. Remember, timing is very important for many of the items listed below, so timelines apply. Feel free to add your own items to this list, and make your special day personalized to you and your sweetie.
12 or More Months Before
  • Determine the potential dates and times for your wedding.
  • Decide on the size, formality and setting of your wedding.
  • Create a wedding and engagement budget.
  • Reserve the locations for your wedding and reception.
  • Meet with and book your wedding officiant or clergy.
  • Choose your wedding party and confirm the participants.
  • Choose your wedding rings.
  • Draw up an initial guest list.
  • Organize your engagement party.
9–12 Months Before
  • Order your wedding dress and attendants’ attire.
  • Book your photographer and videographer.
  • Reserve a caterer.
  • Arrange for decor, chair covers and linens.
  • Book your live entertainment or DJ.
  • Reserve your florist.
  • Order your wedding cake.
  • Reserve any rental items from the rental company.
  • Register your gift choices at your favourite stores.
  • Research accommodation for out-of-town guests.
  • Plan your honeymoon.
6–9 Months Before
3–6 Months Before
2 Months Before
  • Mail the invitations.
  • Decide on your wedding vows or compose your own.
  • Finalize the reception menus.
  • Confirm the wedding details with the musicians and clergy or officiant.
  • Have the programs printed.
  • Purchase gifts for parents and attendants.
  • Make appointments for nails and make-up.
  • Schedule final dress fitting.
1 Month Before
2 Weeks Before
1 Week Before
  • Finalize seating plan.
  • Determine the order for the procession.
  • Have your rehearsal.
  • Confirm accommodation reservations.
  • Pick up the attire for the groomsmen.
  • Confirm the final numbers with the caterer.
  • Confirm details with the limousine company.
  • Deliver your marriage licence to the officiant.
  • Draw up a seating arrangement for the reception and write out the place cards.
  • Choose someone to hand out the bombonieres.
  • Choose someone to return any rented items after the wedding.
  • Write any cheques required for the wedding day.
  • Pack for your honeymoon.
On the Day
  • Give the wedding bands to the best man.
  • Give the best man any cheques that need to be given out that day.
  • Present the attendants and parents with their gifts.
  • Relax and enjoy your special day!
After the Wedding