The Perfect Wedding Day Timeline | Kaylan Crenshaw Photography

SAMPLE WEDDING TIMELINES

When it comes to your wedding, timing is everything! That’s why creating a wedding day timeline is absolutely vital — even running a few minutes late can throw the whole day off-track. Keep in mind that each couple's wedding timeline is different and will have minor tweaks to cater to their unique wedding day. That being said, here are some tried-and-true wedding day timeline examples that will help your big day go off without a hitch!


4 HOUR ELOPEMENT

(35 or fewer guests)

3:00PM-3:30PM: Bridal Details, Prep, and Optional First Look

4:00PM-4:30PM: Ceremony

4:30PM-5:00PM: Family + Bridal Party Portraits

5:00PM-6:00PM: Bride + Groom Portraits

6:00PM: Reception

7:00PM: Exit


6 HOUR WEDDING

2:00PM-3:00PM: Bridal Details, Prep, and Optional First Look

3:00PM-3:30PM: Bridal Party Portraits

4:00PM-4:30PM: Ceremony

4:30PM-5:00PM: Family Portraits

5:00PM-6:00PM: Bride + Groom Portraits

6:00PM: Reception

8:00PM: Exit


8 HOUR WEDDING

2:30-4:00PM: Bridal Details, Prep, and Optional First Look

4:15-5:20PM: Bride/Groom & Wedding Party Portraits

5:30-5:50PM: Reception Detail Shots

6:00-6:30PM: Ceremony

6:40-7:10PM: Family Portraits

7:15-7:30PM: Bride + Groom Portraits

7:30PM: Reception

10:30PM: The Exit