We highly recommend following this guide based on our years of experience. However, we’re always flexible and happy to adjust the timeline to fit your vision. Please review this information — it helps ensure everything runs smoothly and exactly as envisioned.

Recommended Order of Events

1) Guests Invited to Be Seated

2) Seated Introduction of Parents or Honored Family Members

3) Bridal Party Grand Entrance

4) Newlywed's Grand Entrance

5) Toasts

6) Meal Service

7) Newlywed's Visits with Guests

8) First Dance

9) Parent Dance(s)

Traditionally:

• Bride & Father Dance

• Groom & Mother Dance

However, this can be adapted to include:

• Stepparents

• Multiple family members

• A shared family dance

• A mentor or special person

• Or respectfully omitted if preferred

11) Married Couples Dance

12) Family & Guest Dedication Dance

13) Open Dancing

14) Cake Cutting

15) Bouquet Toss (Optional)

16) Garter Retrieval (Optional)

17) Garter Toss (Optional)

18) Money Dance (Optional, Cultural)

19) Open Dancing Continues

20) Final Dance