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Wedding planning: what to do and when
Enter the wedding date. Get the list of steps with deadlines, from venue and photographer to civil registry paperwork, which you can put in your calendar.
Pick a date in the future to see the plan.
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How to use the calculator
- Choose the wedding date.
- Read the steps by phase, with deadlines counted from today.
- If time is short, see what we squeezed and what to book first.
- Download the list to your calendar (.ics) or print it.
- Move the plan into the app to tick off steps and get reminders.
Practical tips
Venue and date go together
Nothing else can be signed without them. Visit three or four venues and ask for the quote in writing.
With little time, go for open days
With under four months, choose a Thursday or Sunday, or a date outside the season. You will find more free slots.
Ask for RSVPs early
An online invitation with RSVP gives you the real guest count before the final payment.
Keep the last week free
The last week before the wedding is for confirmations, not new decisions.
How we calculate, and where the numbers come from
Deadlines are counted back from the wedding date, starting from a full 12-month plan: venue 52 weeks ahead, photographer and band at 44 and 40, dress at 36, invitations at 8, final guest count at 2.
These deadlines are common planner practice, so they are planning assumptions, not rules. In season (May to September), good venues are booked a year ahead.
If the date is closer than 12 months, the distant steps are squeezed proportionally into the time left, while the last month's steps stay in place. Steps whose ideal date has already passed are marked rushed.
For paperwork we included two usual steps: premarital medical certificates, valid for 14 days, and filing at the civil registry at least 10 days ahead. Check your town hall's rules, as they may differ.
Figures updated in October 2026
Frequently asked questions
How far ahead should I plan a wedding?
Planners recommend 12 months or more, especially for in-season weddings. Six months is possible, with fewer venue and vendor options.
When should invitations go out?
Usually 6 to 8 weeks ahead, with a save the date at 6 months, especially if guests travel. Online invitations allow quick RSVPs.
What paperwork does the civil ceremony need?
Usually a file submitted to the civil registry at least 10 days ahead, premarital medical certificates valid for 14 days, and ID. Check your town hall's requirements.
What if only a few months remain?
The calculator squeezes the steps into the time left and flags what to book first. Book the venue, photographer and band first, then the rest.
Can I put the list in my calendar?
Yes. Download the .ics file and open it in Google Calendar, Apple Calendar or Outlook. Each step becomes an event on its day.
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From numbers to your online invitation
An online invitation collects RSVPs for you, and your guest list and budget live in the same account. Table seating is added separately.