The Groom's Checklist
From The Beginning
The Engagement Ring: Know her ring size.
Pop the Question: Make it a memorable moment
Choose a wedding date
Pick out a reception location: Places get booked up very early, especially in the summer
months.
Choose your Best Man, Groomsmen and Ushers.
Start working on the guest list.
Choose a Celebrant.
Choose the music: a band or DJ. Meet with the candidates so you feel comfortable with
them.
6 Months Before
Plan for your honeymoon: Apply for a passport if needed
Shop for wedding rings
Finish up the guest list
Organise transportation to the ceremony and reception; limo, hot-rods etc.
3 Months Left
Tuxes for the Groom, Best Man and Groomsmen.
Book your honeymoon.
Get wedding band inscriptions, if desired.
2 Months Left
Meet with the Celebrant to finalize details.
Rehearsal Dinner: Plan it with your parents
Work with your bride on flower arrangements or other reception details
30 Day Countdown
Buy your bride a wedding gift. Make sure it's a personal and memorable gift.
Schedule final fittings for tuxedos, and make sure all wedding attire has been ordered.
This means new socks and underwear too.
Purchase gifts for Best Man, Groomsmen and Ushers:
Take care of business and legal affairs. Add Bride's name to insurance policies, medical
fund etc.
2 Weeks
If moving, redirect your mail at the Post Office and arrange to have electricity turned on
Finalise payment to Celebrant
Wedding rehearsal.
Make sure your Groomsmen and Ushers are at the rehearsal and know their duties
Make sure your Ushers are aware of special seating arrangements
Final check for rings, cufflinks, flasks, etc.
Bachelor Party
7 Days
Pick up the tuxedos.
Make sure Best Man, Groomsmen and Ushers get their wedding attire
Reconfirm all honeymoon reservations. If flying, make sure you have the plane tickets
Attend your Rehearsal Dinner. Relax and enjoy yourself!
The Wedding Day. Congratulations!
Eat a good breakfast with carbs, fat and protein to keep hunger at bay.
Make sure your luggage is in the car or Hotel where you'll stay on your wedding night
Get dressed - start at least one hour before the ceremony.
Put a hanky in your pocket – someone will be sure to cry
Put some mints in your pocket – to ensure a fresh kiss
Give the Best Man the wedding rings.
Don’t start drinking too early!