Can someone tell me how a schedule for a wedding goes.?

Question

I have no idea how a reception schedule goes. Can anyone give me a sample of the schedule they had?

Answer 1

There is no set schedule, really. You can do as you please but here is a sample schedule for a 5 hour reception:

6:00 pm / 60 minutes Hors d'oeuvre & Cocktail Hour

7:00 pm / 5 minutes Introducing the Wedding Party , Introduction of the Maid of Honor and Best Man, Introduction of the Bride and Groom / 5 minutes Toast by Best Man, etc

7:15 pm / 75 minutes Sit down Dinner or Buffet

8:30 pm / 15 minutes Cutting of the Cake

8:45 pm / 5 minutes First Dance / 5 minutes Bride & Father Dance / 5 minutes Groom & Mother Dance

9:00 pm / 30 minutes Open Dancing

9:30 pm / 15 minutes Garter Toss / 15 minutes Bouquet Toss

10:00 pm / 55 minutes Resume Open Dancing

10:55 pm / 5 minutes: Last Dance

11:00 pm End of Wedding Reception

Answer 2

it varies based upon the couple and traditions. whle the first answer is very good - there aren't too many set rules. your DJ should have a list for you to fill out - it's usually pretty cut and dr!

many times couples will have their first dance upon their arrival - announcing in the parents, grandparents, attendants and such, they stay around the dance floor and then while the guests are still standing at your arrival - you would break into the first dance. some cultures dance right in and go for 20-30 minutes.

i also recommend cutting the wedding cake a little later - about 30 minutes after the dinner conclusion. this allows people to have digested some of the great food you served and enjoy the cake which you'll have paid some $$$ for so.... let them eat cake!

in my "culture" (Polish) we have the waltz of the 12 angels at midnight - it;s when the bride sits ont he grooms lap while the guests for a cirle around them and there is a lovely waltz playing and her maid of honour comes and removes her veil and puts her own head covering on the bride. the single gals in turn pass and dance with the veil. then the bride and groom have their final dance (still the same waltz) as bride and groom for their wedding day is over and they are now man & wife.

ONE THING I RECOMMEND.... if you are able to take any pictures before the ceremony - the gals together, paretns - whatever -- do it!! this will allow you more time to enjoy your reception!

Answer 3

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Answer 4

For a 6:30 p.m. ceremony


8:30 a.m.
Good morning, sunshine -- it's time to take the bull by the horns. Shake off the sleep, take a deep breath, and peek outside. If it's raining or doing anything remotely unpleasant, quickly brew some coffee and wait for the bride's call. Console her if she's freaking out; help her think through and carry out any necessary adjustments in the game plan.


8:45 a.m.
Grab a filling, energy-boosting breakfast, complete with coffee, aspirin, a bloody Mary, or anything else you'll need to get the ball rolling.


9:15 a.m.
Clear your mind. Maybe the hotel offers massage services and you already have an appointment. If not, go for a quick jog, take a walk, do some yoga, or write in your journal. You deserve a moment of quiet before the storm. Keep your cell phone handy, in case the bride needs to get in touch with you.


9:45 a.m.
If you're bunking with the other bridesmaids, decide who gets first shower. The maid of honor should probably get first dibs (and has probably done so already, in anticipation of this skirmish), as she should join up with the bride as soon as possible. Draw straws, if necessary.


11:00 a.m.
While the bridesmaids bathe, shave, primp, and dress, the maid of honor should meet up with the bride at the bridal suite (or other designated home base). Some maids of honor shack up with the bride the night before the wedding for peace of mind, and will have been with her this whole time. If not, she should have arrived on the by now scene with the bride's emergency kit, dress steamer, aspirin, favorite CDs, and any other essentials. The bride's mom should drop off the dress later, unless the maid of honor helped the bride bring it to the room the night before.


11:30 a.m.
While the maid of honor and bride wait for the beauticians and bridesmaids to arrive, they can confirm all limo/car service pick-up and drop-off times, bouquet deliveries, and any other day-of arrangements. Bust out the contact sheet and divide up the calls.


12:00 noon
Bridesmaids shuffle in with their dresses and the something old, new, borrowed, blue.


12:30 p.m.
Hair and makeup stylists arrive. The maid of honor is first on the get-ready list (so that she can devote herself fully to the bride later). Bridesmaids can visit with the bride, make her laugh, help her pack for her honeymoon, snap photos, assemble favors, fold programs, or run errands in the meantime.

Knot Note: Everyone should be hanging out in comfortable, casual clothes. Press at the last possible moment to avoid wrinkling, crushing, sweating, staining, and other dress-wrecking issues.


1:30 p.m.
Take turns getting hair and makeup done. The bride's mom and sisters (if not in the wedding party) arrive with the bride's wedding gown. Help them remove it from the garment bag, steam wrinkles away, fluff crinoline, etc.


2:15 p.m.
Groom's mom and sisters (if not in wedding party) arrive.

Confirm that the bride has brought all the necessary gear (garter, perfume, gloves, favorite earrings). There's still time for a last-minute errand or two.

Review what will happen with the bride's gown and bouquet after the wedding. Will one of you have to take it to the preservationist? If you're in charge, call the service to coordinate a drop-off time.


2:30 p.m.
Lunchtime -- it could be a simple but nourishing room service event or a full-on bridesmaids' tea. It's up to the bride to plan it -- if she drops the ball and needs you to order pizza or sandwiches, take orders and put the luncheon together with a smile.

The bride may take this time to distribute your hard-earned bridesmaid gifts. You, in turn, will present the bride with your group gift and any old, new, borrowed, blue items that fell under your umbrella.


3:15 p.m.
The next two hours belong to the bride (she'll be getting manicured, made-up, and veiled). Meanwhile, readers/performers can practice and the maid of honor can rehearse her toast. Help each other get dressed.

Two of you should attend to the wedding gown so that it will be perfect when the bride is ready to get dressed. One of you takes care of any additional steaming and pressing; the other inspects for loose threads and wrinkling areas.


4:00 p.m.
Receive and inspect bouquets, then distribute. Greet the photographer's assistant when she arrives at the bridal suite to set up for prewedding photos.


5:00 p.m.
Greet photographer and videographer when they arrive to shoot bride (and bridesmaids) primping and dressing, looking in the mirror, and other key candids.

Tell the bride to visit the ladies' room one last time. Lay out her hosiery and undergarments, slip, petticoat, garter, and gloves.


5:20 p.m.
Help bride slip into her gown. Button, fuss, smooth, pat, and gush. Help her step into and buckle her shoes. Fasten bracelets and necklaces. Tell her she's gorgeous.

If you're the maid of honor, tuck your toast into your purse and get ready to go. Slip the groom's ring on your thumb and guard it with your life.


5:45 p.m.
The bride's dad (or other escort) arrives via limo at the hotel/pickup location. The bride, her mom, and the maid of honor join him and depart for the ceremony.


6:00 p.m.
Bridesmaids, sisters, and groom's mom depart for ceremony in prescheduled limos/town cars.


6:10 p.m.
The maid of honor should meet the officiant with the bride, groom, and best man to sign the civil marriage license (as well as the ketubah, if it's a Jewish wedding). She'll sign as the bride's witness.


6:20 p.m.
Enjoy the backstage excitement with the bride, her mom and dad, and the wedding coordinator.

Meanwhile, the prelude begins. Guests are seated.


6:30 p.m.
Ushers/groomsmen begin seating important family members, such as grandparents, aunts, and uncles.

Officiant walks down the aisle and takes his/her place.

Groom and best man follow.

If there is an aisle runner, two groomsmen roll it out.


6:35 p.m.
Processional starts.

Take your places (in the predetermined order).


6:40 p.m.
Proceed. If you're the maid of honor, you usually precede the bride or go just before the flower girl. Remember to stand tall, walk gracefully and slowly, and appear to be moved (instead of exhausted) by the whole experience. When you're all gathered up front, look out toward the back and wait for the bride. As she starts down the aisle, savor the sight. Make a mental note to tell the bride exactly what it was like to see her in that beautiful, life-changing moment