MOCK WEDDING ITINERARY
Mock Wedding Itinerary
(this is with an early quick non religious ceremony)
Wedding Date: xxx
Venue: xxx
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8am-1230 pm
getting ready
staying hydrated
hair makeup and finalizations
1230 (photograhy arrives)
1:15pm -2pm
First look (if wanted)
light portraits
wedding party photos
immediate family photos
2-3pm
final touches, get ready to head to venue if at different location
230pm: Guests Arrival
- Guests are welcomed with refreshments and light snacks.
- Background music begins to set the mood.
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM: Ceremony Begins
- Officiant begins the ceremony.
- Processional of bridal party.
- Exchange of vows and rings.
- Pronouncement of marriage.
315 - 345: photos being taken of couple / family and wedding party if needed
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM: COCKTAIL
- Guests are invited to congratulate the couple.
- Professional photographer takes family and couple portraits.
- Cocktail hour begins with drinks and hors d'oeuvres.
415: get ready to line up for intro and corral guests, bustle dress
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Reception Begins
- Guests are seated at their tables.
- Official introduction
- The couple's first dance.
- Toasts
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Dinner Service
- Buffet dinner is served.
- Background music continues.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Dancing and Entertainment
- Dancing opens for all guests.
7:00 PM - 7:15 PM: Cake Cutting Ceremony
- The couple cuts the cake.
- Guests are served dessert.
7:15 PM - 8:00 PM: More Dancing and Activities
- Continued dancing.
- Photo booth opens for guests.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Send-Off
- Guests gather for the send-off (sparkler or confetti).
- Couple departs amid cheers and well-wishes.
9:00 PM: After-Party (Optional)
- Location: Nearby venue or home.
- Casual gathering for close friends and family to celebrate further.
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