The Secret to a Perfect Wedding Day Timeline

One of the most important elements to planning your wedding is determining your timeline! This is crucial to the overall flow of the day. Weddings are filled with such special moments, and many moving pieces, from start-to-finish. Your timeline ensures everyone (bride and groom, photographer, musicians, bridal party, etc.) gets to where they need to be at the right time, and allows for you to enjoy each of those moments without being rushed. The secret to a great timeline- built in buffer. What takes you five minutes on a normal day, may take you thirty minutes on wedding day. This extra time not only gives you breathing room to not run late, but also lets you soak in the importance of the day with your significant other. It’s your wedding day, prioritize time for you both to relax and take it all in! Each wedding is different, but we’ve written out a basic timeline down below.

Always be sure to also consult with your hair & makeup artists and photographer/videographer team on their schedules before you finalize any timeline details.

Wedding Day

8:00am - Girls Meet Up for Hair and Makeup

11:00am - Boys Meet Up to Get Ready

12:00pm - Photographers & Videographers Arrive

12:15pm - Detail Photos/Getting Ready Shots

1:15pm - Bride Gets Dressed

2:00pm - Bride and Groom First Look & Portraits

2:45pm - Bridal Party

3:30pm - Family Photos

4:00pm - Pre-Ceremony Photos Finished

5:00pm - Ceremony Begins

5:30pm - Ceremony Ends

5:30pm - Cocktail Hour & Newlywed Photos

6:30pm - Reception Begins, Introduction & First Dances

6:45pm - Cake Cutting/Toasts

7:30pm - Dance Floor Party Items Brought Out

9:00pm - Bouquet/Garter Toss

9:45pm - Send Off

10:00pm - Vendor Clean-Up

We hope this information is helpful to you as your get started with your planning! Set up a meeting with the Engaged Girls here for more insider tips!