Free Wedding Checklist Format Template

Wedding Checklist Format

Prepared By: [Your Name]


12+ Months Before the Wedding

  • Set a Budget

  • Create a guest list

  • Hire a wedding planner (optional)

  • Choose a wedding date

  • Book the venue for the ceremony and reception

  • Select and order wedding dress

  • Research and book key vendors (photographer, videographer, caterer, etc.)

  • Book engagement photo shoot (optional)


9-12 Months Before the Wedding

  • Send out Save-the-Date cards

  • Choose a bridal party (maids of honor, bridesmaids, best men, groomsmen, etc.)

  • Select wedding theme/style/color scheme

  • Start researching wedding attire for the bridal party

  • Book florist and discuss floral arrangements

  • Book entertainment (band, DJ, etc.)

  • Finalize ceremony and reception locations

6-9 Months Before the Wedding

  • Order bridesmaid and groomsmen attire

  • Hire a hairstylist and makeup artist

  • Create a wedding website for guests (optional)

  • Research and finalize wedding invitations

  • Book transportation (limos, cars, etc.)

  • Start planning honeymoon (book flights, hotels, etc.)

  • Order wedding rings

  • Finalize ceremony and reception details (seating, order of events, etc.)

4-6 Months Before the Wedding

  • Finalize catering menu

  • Finalize wedding attire fittings for bride and groom

  • Arrange rehearsal dinner venue

  • Send out invitations

  • Purchase wedding shoes and accessories

  • Finalize and confirm the wedding timeline

2-4 Months Before the Wedding

  • Confirm all vendor contracts

  • Make final decision on wedding décor

  • Choose wedding favors and order them

  • Begin writing vows (if applicable)

  • Create a seating chart for the reception

  • Organize gift registry

  • Order wedding cake

  • Plan bachelorette/bachelor parties

1-2 Months Before the Wedding

  • Confirm all RSVPs

  • Finalize bridesmaid and groomsmen attire

  • Arrange for wedding day emergency kit

  • Final dress fitting

  • Write and print wedding programs

  • Confirm honeymoon plans

  • Review all wedding day logistics with the planner

  • Finalize transportation schedule

  • Prepare tip envelopes for vendors

2 Weeks Before the Wedding

  • Confirm guest count with the caterer

  • Pick up the wedding dress

  • Have final fitting for bridal party attire

  • Confirm all details with vendors (DJ, photographer, etc.)

  • Prepare thank-you gifts for the wedding party

  • Confirm accommodation for out-of-town guests

  • Pack for honeymoon

  • Arrange final payments to vendors

1 Week Before the Wedding

  • Get marriage license

  • Rehearsal dinner

  • Confirm all last-minute details (vendors, transportation, etc.)

  • Organize the final guest list

  • Have a final hair and makeup trial

  • Relax and focus on enjoying the moment

Day Before the Wedding

  • Attend rehearsal

  • Attend rehearsal dinner

  • Make sure all wedding items (dress, shoes, rings, etc.) are ready

  • Get a good night’s sleep

Wedding Day

  • Eat breakfast

  • Have a relaxing morning (massage, beauty treatment, etc.)

  • Prepare wedding items (rings, vows, shoes, etc.)

  • Get dressed

  • Enjoy the ceremony and celebration!


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