Wedding Day Timeline Builder
As a wedding photographer, I know how hard it is for couples to create their wedding day timeline and also how much the ceremony start time affects the flow of the entire day. I’m so excited to be able to share this FREE resource with each of you!
This timeline generator is designed to help you understand how your wedding day can flow when timing decisions are made intentionally.
The ceremony start time you’ll see is calculated down to the minute, based on the sunset time for your exact wedding date and location, along with whether or not you’re planning a first look. This level of precision helps show how timing affects the rest of the day.
When choosing your official ceremony start time, you’ll want to round this recommendation to the nearest half hour or hour so it works realistically with venues, vendors, and guest expectations.
Use this tool as a guide to build a thoughtful, well-paced timeline — not as a rigid schedule.
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Build Your Wedding Day Timeline
Option A: Find an Ideal Ceremony Time
Option B: Ceremony Time Is Set
Make This Timeline Work in Real Life
This timeline gives you the structure.
The Wedding Day Survival Files give you everything no one tells you about making it actually run smoothly —from getting ready through the reception.
The Wedding Day Survival Files is a thoughtfully designed guide for brides who want a wedding day that feels calm, intentional, and truly theirs.
Created by a wedding photographer who has spent years behind the scenes, this guide shares the things couples often don’t realize they need to know — not because they aren’t prepared, but because no one ever tells them. From building a timeline that actually flows, to avoiding common stress points, to focusing on what really matters when the day doesn’t go exactly as planned, this guide is about clarity, not perfection.
Inside, you’ll find practical planning advice, realistic timeline tips, photo and ceremony tips, emergency kit essentials, and gentle reminders to slow down and stay present. The goal isn’t to add more to your plate… it’s to help you make confident decisions, let go of the unnecessary stress, and enjoy your wedding day as it unfolds.
Whether you’re planning a backyard celebration, a courthouse wedding, or a large-scale event, the Wedding Day Survival Files is meant to support you through the planning process and be a steady reference you can return to right up until the moment you walk down the aisle.