Free Wedding Checklist: the 57 Essential Tasks

The wedding checklist every couple needs

Every task, from "we just said yes" to "we're married", in the right order. Check them off as you go: your progress is saved automatically in this browser.

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12+ Months Before ›0/9

Set your total available budget
Draft a first version of the guest list
Decide on the ceremony date (2-3 options)
Research and visit possible venues
Consider hiring a wedding planner
Define the visual identity and style of the wedding
Identify and contact key vendors (photo, video, catering, DJ…)
Start looking for the dress or suit and book the first fittings
Check in advance on the availability of your closest people

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9-12 Months Before ›0/9

Secure the booking for the venue and catering
Book the church and priest for the ceremony (if applicable)
Sign contracts with essential vendors (photographer, videographer, DJ)
Confirm and book the officiant, if needed
Buy the wedding dress and suit
Create a wedding website with information for guests
Research nearby accommodation and share it with guests
Start exploring honeymoon destinations
Start drafting ideas for your vows

6-9 Months Before ›0/10

3-6 Months Before ›0/8

Send out the invitations
Finalize the seating plan
Meet with each vendor to align on final details
Practice your entrance and first dance
Write your wedding vows
Put together the playlist for the different moments of the event
Finalize the wedding favors
Track and record RSVPs

1-3 Months Before ›0/5

Finalize the guest count
Put together the detailed wedding day timeline
Start breaking in your shoes
Final fittings for the dress and accessories
Do a final confirmation round with all vendors

Wedding Week ›0/6

Do a final check-in with all vendors
Pack for the honeymoon
Settle any pending payments with vendors
Set aside time to rest and recharge
Prepare an emergency kit (tissues, water, touch-up makeup)
Delegate responsibilities to trusted people for the day

The Big Day ›0/10

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