Here’s a comprehensive “Wedding Checklist for Wedding Planners Template” for a Wedding:
12+ Months Before:
□ Meet with couple to discuss vision, budget, and guest count
□ Set the date and time
□ Book ceremony and reception venues
□ Start compiling guest list
□ Begin researching vendors
9-11 Months Before:
□ Book officiant
□ Hire photographer and videographer
□ Book wedding band or DJ
□ Start shopping for wedding attire
□ Begin planning honeymoon
6-8 Months Before:
□ Choose wedding party members
□ Book florist
□ Arrange catering and cake
□ Order invitations and stationery
□ Book transportation
□ Start planning ceremony and reception details
4-5 Months Before:
□ Schedule tastings with caterer and baker
□ Book rehearsal dinner venue
□ Purchase wedding rings
□ Finalize guest list
□ Send out save-the-dates
2-3 Months Before:
□ Send out invitations
□ Finalize menu and flowers
□ Schedule dress fittings
□ Obtain marriage license
□ Finalize ceremony details with officiant
□ Create seating chart and place cards
1 Month Before:
□ Have final venue walk-through
□ Confirm details with all vendors
□ Break in wedding shoes
□ Finalize vows and speeches
□ Create wedding day timeline
2 Weeks Before:
□ Follow up on RSVPs
□ Give final guest count to caterer
□ Arrange seating chart
□ Confirm honeymoon reservations
1 Week Before:
□ Pack for honeymoon
□ Arrange final payments for vendors
□ Have final dress fitting
□ Delegate wedding day tasks
Day Before:
□ Oversee venue setup
□ Attend rehearsal and dinner
□ Give wedding party their gifts
□ Prepare wedding day emergency kit
Wedding Day:
□ Coordinate vendor arrivals and setup
□ Ensure wedding party is ready on time
□ Oversee ceremony and reception proceedings
□ Handle any last-minute issues
□ Ensure newlyweds and guests are enjoying themselves
Post-Wedding:
□ Coordinate venue cleanup
□ Return any rented items
□ Ensure vendors are paid in full
□ Help preserve top tier of wedding cake
□ Assist with thank-you note organization
Would you like me to elaborate on any specific section of this checklist?
