Wedding Day Timeline
Plan the perfect wedding day with our hour-by-hour timeline template. From getting ready to the last dance, ensure everything runs smoothly.
1 Morning (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
- Hair and makeup begins
- Bridal party gets ready together
- Photographer arrives for getting-ready shots
- Light breakfast for the bridal party
- Groom and groomsmen get dressed
2 Early Afternoon (12:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
- First look photos (optional)
- Wedding party photos
- Family formal photos
- Guests begin arriving
- Final venue walkthrough
3 Ceremony (3:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Prelude music begins
- Seating of family members
- Processional
- Ceremony readings and vows
- Ring exchange and first kiss
- Recessional
4 Cocktail Hour (4:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
- Guests enjoy cocktails and appetizers
- Couple photos
- Wedding party relaxes
- Final reception setup
5 Reception (5:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
- Grand entrance
- First dance
- Welcome toast and dinner
- Wedding speeches and toasts
- Cake cutting
- Parent dances
- Bouquet and garter toss
- Open dancing
- Last dance and farewell
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