Wedding Timeline Builder
Pick your wedding date and cultural profile, and we generate a personalized month-by-month timeline with the deadlines that actually matter. Print or screenshot the result.
Inputs
Timeline for Western / Secular wedding on September 16, 2027
15 months out
June 2026
Decide number of events and formats
Have the money conversation with family
Draft a rough guest count (not a list yet)
13 months out
August 2026
Shortlist venues and tour three
Set overall budget range
12 months out
September 2026
Book venue
Most venues book 10 to 14 months ahead.
Lock wedding date
11 months out
October 2026
Book photographer and videographer
Book caterer
10 months out
November 2026
Book band or DJ
9 months out
December 2026
Order wedding dress / main outfit
Apply for marriage license research
8 months out
January 2027
Book florist
Book hair and makeup (trial included)
6 months out
March 2027
Send save the dates
Or 8 to 12 months for destination weddings.
Book transportation (limo, sprinter, baraat horse)
5 months out
April 2027
Finalize menu and tasting
Finalize floral and decor design
4 months out
May 2027
Order paper invitations
Book honeymoon
3 months out
June 2027
Send invitations
Build detailed timeline for each event day
2 months out
July 2027
Follow up on RSVPs
Finalize seating chart
Confirm vendor arrival times and load-in
1 month out
August 2027
Final headcount to caterer
Pay final vendor invoices
Hand-off day-of timeline to coordinator / trusted friend
Week of
September 2027
Rehearse ceremony
Pack emergency kit (needles, stain pen, backup shoes)
Sleep
When should you book decor?
Lock your floral and decor design around the five month mark, once your venue, guest count, and palette are set. Reserving rental backdrops, centerpieces, and linens early means your favourite pieces are still available for your date, especially in peak summer and fall.