WEDDING CALENDAR & TASKS

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Here is the Montreal Weddings'  list of tasks with a timeline to guide you through all the wedding planning tasks between now and your big day. If you think that you’ll lack planning time, don’t hesitate to hire a wedding planner. You will surround yourself with many different professionals to make this perfect day happen, and it’s important that you remain well informed to hire the best wedding vendors.

MONTREAL WEDDINGS' RECOMMENDED TASKS 6 TO 24 MONTHS AHEAD

MONTREAL WEDDINGS' RECOMMENDED TASKS 4 TO 6 MONTHS AHEAD

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  • Select the wedding rings and make arrangements for engraving
  • Select the favours
  • Draw maps to the ceremony, photo session and reception, and prepare the pre-wedding itinerary and programs
  • Order invitations and stationery
  • Hire a calligrapher
  • Purchase the wedding accessories (guest book, cake knife, garter, etc.)
  • Plan accommodations for out-of-town guests
  • Arrange for the rehearsal ceremony and reception
  • Plan the honeymoon (get required vaccinations and documents)
  • Select parents' attire
  • Write or review the wedding vows
  • Select any special readings
  • Write the ceremony
  • Book tasting session appointments (sample wedding menu and cake)
  • Tape pre-recorded music
  • Plan the decor with a decorator
  • Reserve all rental equipment needed
  • For a Jewish wedding, order yarmulkes and build chuppah
  • Write a thank-you note for every gift received

MONTREAL WEDDINGS' RECOMMENDED TASKS 2 TO 4 MONTHS AHEAD

  • Address and stamp the invitations and announcements
  • Make reservations for the honeymoon
  • Schedule the fittings
  • Review musical selections with the musicians and DJ
  • Give the ceremony musicians a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the reception musicians and DJ a copy of the worksheet
  • Pick up the wedding rings and check any engravings
  • Select gifts for attendants
  • Plan the bridesmaids’ party and bachelor party
  • Give all entertainers a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the photographer a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the videographer a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the chauffeur a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the caterer a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the baker a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the decorator a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the florist a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the rental company a copy of the worksheet
  • Give the maître D a copy of the worksheet
  • Purchase clothing for the wedding night and honeymoon
  • Write a thank-you note for every gift received

*The worksheet is a detailed list of information needed by the vendor to provide excellent service and prevent errors (a wedding planner may help you with this).

MONTREAL WEDDINGS' RECOMMENDED TASKS 1 TO 2 MONTHS AHEAD

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  • Hire a wedding coordinator (to supervise and confirm numerous details, establish different schedules for the vendors and wedding party, etc.)
  • Buy and wrap the bride’s and groom's gifts to each other
  • Set dates for the bridesmaids’ luncheon and bachelor party
  • Draw a seating plan (reception and rehearsal) and prepare the place cards
  • Mail the invitations and confirmation of out-of-town guest arrangements
  • Buy and wrap gifts for the attendants and ushers
  • Arrange for traffic and parking attendants for the wedding (ceremony and reception)
  • Have final fitting for the dress and head piece
  • Make appointment to have a formal wedding portrait taken (black and white for newspaper)
  • Send copies of special readings to friends who will participate in the ceremony
  • Finalize the reception menu and prepare the wedding reception agenda and final details
  • Confirm arrangements with each vendor and delivery times and locations
  • Confirm honeymoon reservations
  • Call and confirm dates and times for the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
  • Notify all participants of the dates, times and locations for the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner
  • Arrange for the tuxedo fitting (groom and his attendants)
  • Try out make-up, hairstyles and nails
  • Schedule appointments with the make-up artist and hairstylist for the big day
  • Prepare the wedding announcement for the local newspaper
  • Break in wedding shoes (wear them around the house). Consult Do’s and Don'ts for other great tips.
  • Write a thank-you note for every gift received

MONTREAL WEDDINGS' RECOMMENDED TASKS 2 TO 3 WEEKS AHEAD

  • Send your wedding announcement to the newspaper
  • Arrange to move your belongings to your new home
  • Pick up the honeymoon tickets
  • Review all transportation arrangements
  • Follow up on guests who have not returned their response cards (you must have an accurate count for the caterer)
  • Write a thank-you note for every gift received

MONTREAL WEDDINGS' RECOMMENDED TASKS 1 WEEK AHEAD

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  • Give the bridal party the schedule for the week and the day
  • Check on final details
  • Pick up wedding attire
  • Pay balance due on services required before the wedding
  • Hold bridesmaids' party
  • Give gifts to your attendants
  • Confirm the rehearsal plans with the officiant and attendants (seating attendants)
  • Prepare the formation of your receiving line
  • Have money in envelopes for anyone who needs to be paid on the day of the wedding
  • Give the officiant’s honorarium to the best man
  • Have something old, new, borrowed and blue ready
  • Pack for honeymoon
  • Arrange for the return of formal wear, cleaning of gown, transportation of wedding gifts, and return of cake pillars and any rental items following the wedding
  • Determine where and when everyone will meet for the wedding day photos
  • Plan a special thank-you to your parents the morning after the wedding, such as having an arrangement of flowers delivered to their home, or a special telegram from both of you
  • For a Jewish wedding, the bride may go to the mikvah to immerse herself in water (this should be done as close to the wedding as possible)
  • Write a thank-you note for every gift received

MONTREAL WEDDINGS' RECOMMENDED TASKS 2 DAYS AHEAD

  • Check the weather conditions for the wedding day and make adjustments if needed
  • Lay out everything you will need to dress for the wedding in one place at home
  • Be sure the wedding gown is stored away from heat, pets, water, very young children and open windows
  • Prepare your purse and your emergency kit
  • Attend the rehearsal (give gifts to the attendants)
  • Make sure you and your groom are comfortable with the rehearsal and have no questions
  • Give ushers the maps to be given out at the ceremony (to the photography site and reception site)
  • Prepare a box or clothing bag for the wedding dress with the dry cleaner's address on it and give it to the person in charge of taking it to the cleaners after the wedding
  • Prepare boxes or clothing bags with the formal wear store's address and give them to the person in charge of returning the suits after the wedding
  • Prepare the necessary accessories for the big day and give them to the person in charge of the setup (favours, guest book, place cards, cake knife, etc.)
  • Write a thank-you note for every gift received

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MONTREAL WEDDINGS' RECOMMENDED TASKS 1 DAY AHEAD

  • If you are leaving for your honeymoon directly from the reception, place your luggage in the trunk of your car
  • Make sure that all vehicles have gas
  • Get a good night’s rest! Enjoy yourself tomorrow!