Finalize guest list and send out invitations
Choose ceremony and reception venues
Hire wedding planner or coordinate with vendors
Choose wedding theme, color scheme, and decor
Finalize menu and catering arrangements
Book photographers, videographers, and entertainment
Arrange transportation for wedding party and guests
Plan for accommodation of out-of-town guests
Choose wedding attire and accessories for bride, groom, and wedding party
Schedule hair and makeup appointments
Finalize wedding day schedule and distribute to vendors and wedding party
Guests arrive and find their seats
Wedding party enters and takes their positions
Ceremony begins (e.g. exchange of vows, rings, kiss)
Ceremony ends with recessional and guests exit
Wedding party and family members take photos
Guests arrive and take their seats for dinner
Introduction of the wedding party and first dance
Dinner is served and speeches are given
Dancing, entertainment, and other festivities take place
Bouquet and garter toss, cake cutting
Late-night snacks and refreshments
Farewell to guests and goodbye to the newlyweds
Clean up and final vendor payments
Collect wedding keepsakes and memories
Arrange for transportation to hotel or airport for out-of-town guests
Prepare for the honeymoon or depart on the honeymoon