Wedding Planning Timeline
Month-by-month guide for Indian weddings — shortlist vendors on BookMyFestive, then confirm packages and advances directly with them.
12+ Months Before
7 tasks
Set wedding date and budget
high
Create guest list (rough estimate)
high
Shortlist & inquire at wedding venues
high
Shortlist photographers and request quotes
high
Compare caterers / catering packages
high
Start shopping for wedding outfits
medium
Research and shortlist vendors on BookMyFestive
medium
9-11 Months Before
7 tasks
Finalize guest list
high
Inquire with decorator and florist
high
Shortlist music / DJ / band
high
Shortlist makeup artist and hairstylist
high
Order wedding invitations
medium
Plan honeymoon travel
medium
Browse Festive Shopping for gifts & decor
medium
6-8 Months Before
7 tasks
Finalize wedding outfits
high
Book wedding jewelry
high
Arrange transportation
medium
Plan pre-wedding photoshoot
medium
Book accommodation for guests
medium
Finalize menu with caterer
medium
Order wedding favors
low
3-5 Months Before
7 tasks
Send wedding invitations
high
Finalize decoration theme
high
Book wedding videographer
medium
Plan sangeet and mehendi
medium
Arrange wedding insurance
medium
Book spa and beauty treatments
low
Plan bachelor/bachelorette party
low