Wedding Planning Timeline
Your complete month-by-month guide to planning the perfect wedding
12+ Months Before
7 tasks
Set wedding date and budget
high
Create guest list (rough estimate)
high
Book wedding venue
high
Hire wedding photographer
high
Book caterer or catering venue
high
Start shopping for wedding outfits
medium
Research and shortlist vendors
medium
9-11 Months Before
7 tasks
Finalize guest list
high
Book decorator and florist
high
Hire music/DJ/band
high
Book makeup artist and hairstylist
high
Order wedding invitations
medium
Book honeymoon travel
medium
Start Festive Shopping
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