Wedding Organisation Checklist
This Wedding Organisation Checklist is a field-ready tool for coordinators and event professionals to run a wedding from briefing to load-out with zero guesswork. It covers the full arc — vision and budget, venue logistics, permits and insurance, vendor coordination, ceremony cues, reception flow, guest services, accessibility and safety, media, décor, catering/bar, transport, and end-of-night close — with space for evidence at critical control points.
Use it in TARGPatrol on the day-of (and during prep) to assign tasks, capture photo proof, log numbers (counts, times, quantities), and record quick pass/fail decisions. Every item supports four answer types — [Flag], [Number], [Media], [Text] — so the same template works for rapid checks, precise metrics, visual confirmation, and notes.
For operations, the checklist aligns with a practical timeline and creates a live audit trail: who did what, where, and when. GPS/time stamps and photo attachments reduce disputes, while push notifications keep vendors and staff on schedule. After the event, export results to PDF for clients and auditors, and use the data to refine SOPs, vendor performance, and future budgets.
Print as a clean PDF for clipboards, or run entirely in the mobile app. Recommended workflow: duplicate per event, prefill known details (venue, vendor contacts, permit numbers), mark mandatory photo points (ceremony setup, safety, rentals, cake, seating), and enable automatic tasks for any failed checks to ensure verified closure.
Wedding scope confirmed with couple (vision, priorities, non-negotiables)
Primary client contact and decision-maker identified (name/role noted)
Signed coordination contract on file, scope and fees agreed
Deposit received, payment schedule plotted to calendar
Total budget set, contingency ≥10% reserved
Key milestones entered in planner (D-90/60/30/14/7/1)
Guest count target confirmed
Final guest count lock date agreed
Ceremony date, time, and duration confirmed
Reception date, time, and duration confirmed
Venue(s) booked, contracts stored
Venue capacity adequate for seated service (chairs/tables count)
Load-in and load-out windows approved by venue
Venue floor plan obtained (ceremony/reception/back-of-house)
Custom layout drafted with zones (stage, dance floor, bars, cake, kids, ADA)
Weather backup plan defined (indoor flip or tented)
Tent size and wind/snow rating verified (if applicable)
Local permits secured (sound, marquee, pyrotechnics, street closure)
Permit copies uploaded
Insurance COIs collected from all vendors
Emergency contacts list compiled (venue, vendors, couple, family)
Risk assessment completed (trip hazards, cables, open flames)
First aid kit stocked and accessible
AED availability verified (venue or rental)
Emergency egress routes mapped and shared
Fire extinguishers placed and checked
Security staffing confirmed (count & shift times)
Accessibility: ramps, restrooms, table clearance verified
Signage plan prepared (wayfinding, seating, bar, restrooms)
Parking plan confirmed (guest, VIP, vendors, shuttle/staff)
Valet/shuttle vendor booked, route timing set
Hotel blocks secured (cut-off date noted)
Welcome bags prepared (count)
Welcome bag delivery photo (front desk/rooms)
Officiant booked, script & license process aligned
Marriage license requirements verified (jurisdiction/lead time)
License pickup date scheduled
Rehearsal date/time reserved with venue and officiant
Rehearsal invite list confirmed
Ceremony procession order finalized
Ceremony cues timed to music (walk lengths, song cut points)
Microphone count for ceremony (officiant/readers/musicians)
Ceremony audio test photo/video
Vows/readings received and printed
Cultural/religious traditions captured (ketubah, tea ceremony, etc.)
Reception timeline drafted (grand entrance → last dance)
MC/host briefed, pronunciation guide prepared
DJ/band booked, setlist & do-not-play list finalized
Sound check scheduled, decibel limits noted
Power map created (amps per circuit, distro/backup)
Total 120V/230V circuits allocated
Lighting design approved (ambience, stage, safety)
Lighting focus photo (dance floor/speeches/cake)
Caterer booked, service style (plated/buffet/family)
Final menu approved, dietary flags in guest list
Dietary/allergy count (vegan/vegetarian/gluten-free/other)
Kitchen access and prep area confirmed
Tastings completed, notes uploaded
Bar provider booked, licenses verified
Bar menu & quantities calculated (wine/beer/spirits/mixers)
Total ice requirement (kg)
Water stations planned (locations & refill cadence)
Cake/dessert vendor booked, delivery/window confirmed
Cake table: linen, stand, knife, plates, forks count
Florals booked, recipes (bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces) approved
Stem count for centerpieces (average)
Pin-on/boutonniere distribution list prepared
Floral drop photo (hydration/storage)
Decor inventory checklist (linens, runners, chargers, candles)
Escort/seating cards printed, count
Seating chart/floor plan final upload
Rental order confirmed (tables, chairs, lounge, heaters)
Rental quantities re-checked against plan
Restroom capacity and supplies verified
Photo/video team booked, shot list approved
Family photo wrangler named
Sunset time added to timeline for portraits
Entertainment extras (live painter/booth/sparklers/confetti) confirmed
Stationery proofed (programs, menus, signage)
Guestbook method decided (book/audio)
Gift/guestbook table setup photo
Transportation vendor(s) booked (limos/coach)
Pickup times/addresses confirmed
Driver contact list compiled
Bridal party timeline distributed
Hair/makeup team booked, trial completed
Steamer/garment kit prepped
Emergency kit stocked (tape, pins, meds, sewing)
Rings accounted for, ring bearer briefed
Ring box/photo uploaded
Attire checks complete (fits, shoes, accessories)
Dress/suit pickup dates noted
Flat lay props packed (invites, vows, jewelry)
Vendor roster with on-site lead & cell numbers
Vendor arrival schedule locked
Vendor meals count
Walkie-talkies charged, channel plan set
Walkie count
Timekeeper assigned for speeches/toasts
Toasts order & mic handoff plan
Place settings count verified
Table numbers/signs placed (photo)
Chair count cross-checked
ADA seating assigned
Kids table/activities prepared
High chairs/boosters count
Favors ready (type/placement)
Favors table photo
Card box secured, attendant assigned
Cash handling protocol defined
Coat check arranged (tickets & staff)
Trash/recycling plan with venue
Back-of-house map posted (stewarding, dish, staging)
Final timeline approved by all parties
Copies of timeline printed and shared
Backup vendors listed (DJ, transport, HMU)
Spill/rain kits prepared (mats, towels, umbrellas)
Umbrella count
Generator secured
Lost & found bin prepared
End-of-night tips/envelopes prepared
Final payments/cheques ready
Cleanup crew count
Venue walk-through at close with manager
Damage/incident photos captured if any
Leftover food policy followed (donation/disposal)
Rental returns scheduled, pick-list ready
Personal items packed and signed off
Post-event thank-you/vendor review plan
Photo/video delivery timelines recorded
Debrief notes logged (what worked/what to change)
Client feedback collected (survey/NPS)
Actuals vs budget variance entered [% or amount]
Final album of key setups uploaded (for portfolio)



















