-8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Getting Ready

Bridesmaids and groomsmen start hair and makeup.

Photographer arrives for candid shots of preparation.

-9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Bride and Groom Prep

Final touches for the bride and groom.

Getting-ready photos of both parties.

-11:00 AM: First Look (Optional)

Private moment between the couple.

Portrait session with the couple.

-12:00 PM: Bridal Party & Family Photos

Formal photos with family and bridal party.

-1:30 PM: Ceremony Site Arrival

Guests arrive and are seated.

Final touches and pre-ceremony rituals.

-2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Ceremony Begins

Processional and vows.

Ceremony typically lasts 20-30 minutes.

-3:00 PM: Newlywed Drive-Off

Couple makes a grand exit from the ceremony site (car decorated if desired).

Guests can throw confetti or wave ribbons for a festive send-off.

-3:30 PM: Cocktail Hour at Reception Venue

Guests arrive and enjoy refreshments.

Background music and light appetizers are served.

-4:00 PM: Couple’s Arrival at Reception

Couple makes their entrance at the reception venue.

They can greet guests or go directly to the reception activities.

-4:30 PM: Reception Begins

Grand entrance by the newlyweds.

First dance and toasts.

-5:30 PM: Dinner Service

Dinner is served.

Time for guests to relax and socialize.

-7:00 PM: Dance Party

Open dance floor.

Special dances (parent dances, etc.).

-8:00 PM: Cake Cutting

Newlyweds cut the cake.

Desserts and late-night snacks served.

-10:00 PM: Send-Off

Final song and goodbyes!