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THE UBC BOATHOUSE
WEDDING PLANNING TIMELINE
A helpful checklist and step-by-step guide to plan your wedding day
YOU’RE ENGAGED
 Determine your budget
 Start gathering names and addresses
for your guest list
 Narrow down your potential wedding day by season/month (remember: couples tend to reserve dates at the UBC Boathouse 12-18 months in advance)
 Consider an engagement party
 Firmly book your date with the UBC Boathouse (sign your rental agreement and pay your deposit)
 Contact our preferred list of caterers to customize your menu and obtain a price quote
12 MONTHS TO GO
 Hire a photographer and videographer  Choose your bridal party and ask them
to join you on your special day
 Schedule engagement photos  Shop for wedding dresses
 Consider music entertainment for your ceremony and reception; book your band or DJ well in advance!
 Consider ceremony and reception décor; reach out to decorators and florists
 Firmly book your caterer
 Start considering hair and make-up
11 MONTHS TO GO
 Choose a wedding dessert, whether it be cake, cupcakes, doughnuts, or something else!
 Order you wedding dress and schedule alterations
8-10 MONTHS TO GO
 Send out Save-the-Date cards  Purchase hair accessories
 Order wedding rings
 Set up a gift registry
 Consider wedding-day transportation  Secure a block of hotel rooms for out-
of-town guests
6 MONTHS TO GO
 Book your stylists and set up hair and make-up trials
 Book your officiant
 Make arrangements for any “extras”
(e.g. photobooth)
 Select ceremony and reception playlists with your DJ or band
 Plan your honeymoon
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