Timelines
Planning your wedding timeline and creating a schedule of events
There is not necessarily a “typical” wedding timeline, and that is because your big event should be what you and your partner decide together.
Everyone wants something different and unique, and getting started can be a daunting task. We understand this, and with our knowledge and expertise we’ve developed sample timelines for you and your wedding vendors to follow.
By looking at our sample timelines, you might be able to piece together ideas for your perfect wedding day.
Consider how long you want your night to be, and what milestone moments you would add or subtract from your timeline. We can help you build your final schedule, and with our DJs being professional emcees, we'll keep the evening moving forward with important cues and announcements.
Five Hour Reception With Seated Dinner
6:00 p.m. Guests arrive at the reception area for cocktail hour
6:45 p.m. Guests are asked to find seats
7:00 p.m. The DJ introduces the bridal party, and the newlyweds make their grand entrance
7:15 p.m. Welcome speech and blessing
7:30 p.m. Dinner is served
8:00 p.m. Toasts are made
8:15 p.m. The newlyweds cut the cake
8:20 p.m. First dance and dances with parents begin
8:30 p.m. DJ opens the dance floor
9:00 p.m. Bouquet/Garter Toss
10:30 p.m. Last call
10:55 p.m. The last dance and send off
11:00 p.m. Break down and clean up
Late Evening Celebration
7:00 p.m. Guests arrive
7:15 p.m. Bridal party is introduced and the newlyweds make their grand entrance
7:20 p.m. Couple cuts the cake
7:25 p.m. Welcome speech and blessing
7:30 p.m. Hors D'oeuves are passed and food stations open
8:00 p.m. Toasts are made
8:20 p.m. First dance and dances with parents
8:30 p.m. DJ opens the dance floor
10:30 p.m. Last call
10:55 p.m. Last dance and send off
11:00 p.m. Break down and clean up
Epic Evening Ceremony And Party
4:00 p.m. Ceremony Processional music begins
4:30 p.m. Ceremony begins
5:00 p.m. Guests move to the reception area/cocktails are served
5:50 p.m. Guests find seats
6:00 p.m. Wedding party is introduced
6:05 p.m. Welcome speech and blessing
6:15 p.m. Dinner is served
7:00 p.m. Toasts are made
7:15 p.m. Couple cuts the cake
7:20 p.m. First dance and dances with parents begin
7:30 p.m. DJ opens the dance floor
9:00 p.m. Bouquet/Garter Toss
10:30 p.m. Last call
10:55 p.m. Last dance and send off
11:00 p.m. Break down and clean up
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