The Ultimate Philippine Wedding Planning Timeline

Planning a Philippine wedding involves juggling dozens of vendors, family expectations, and logistical details. This timeline keeps you on track whether you have a year or six months to prepare.

12 months before

• Set your budget and discuss non-negotiables with your partner.
• Choose a wedding date (check church/venue availability first).
• Book your venue — this locks in everything else.
• Start your supplier search on Lumera.

9-10 months before

• Book photographer, videographer, and coordinator.
• Send save-the-dates (digital is fine for most PH weddings).
• Begin church or civil ceremony requirements (CENOMAR, Pre-Cana).

6-8 months before

• Book caterer, florist, hair & makeup, entertainment.
• Shop for wedding attire.
• Plan your honeymoon.

3-5 months before

• Send formal invitations.
• Finalise menu tasting with your caterer.
• Confirm all vendor contracts and payment schedules.
• Arrange marriage license application.

1-2 months before

• Final fittings for attire.
• Confirm guest headcount and seating plan.
• Create a detailed day-of timeline with your coordinator.
• Prepare emergency kit (sewing kit, pain reliever, blotting sheets).

1 week before

• Final vendor payments and confirmations.
• Rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.
• Pack for the honeymoon.
• Breathe — you've got this.

Use the Lumera wedding checklist to track every task automatically.