example timeline
The following is an example of a summer wedding with a full 9 hours of coverage. Other logistics to consider when deciding on the appropriate amount of coverage include: where the bridal party will be getting ready, first look/no first look, drive time from ceremony to reception, sunset time, etc.
1:00 pm - Details (dress, invitations, ceremony setup, etc.)
1:40 pm - Bride + bridesmaids getting ready
2:10 pm - Groom + groomsmen getting ready/group/individuals
2:40 pm - Bride gets dressed
3:00 pm - First look with Bride’s dad
3:20 pm - First look with Groom
3:40 pm - Bride + bridesmaids group/individuals
4:40 pm - Bridal party photos
5:00 pm - Tuck bridal party away before ceremony
5:30 pm - Ceremony
6:10 pm - Family portraits
6:50 pm - Reception
- grand entrance
- first dance
- dinner
- toasts/speeches
- cake
- garter/bouquet toss
- open dance floor
8:30 - 9:00 pm - Sunset photos with Bride + Groom
10:00 pm - Coverage ends
*Tip: Copy/paste this as a template for your own needs!