Checklist Wedding Checklist 12 Months Set your budget and guest count. Pick your date and theme. Send out save-the-dates. Secure ceremony and reception venue. Contact New Orleans & Company for FREE venue planning assistance at Tourism@NewOrleans.com 2-3 Months Send out wedding invitations. Confirm catering menu. Purchase additional wedding accessories. Request a permit and book a band for your second line. 1 Month 1 Week Follow up on outstanding RSVPs. 6-9 Months Shop and order wedding attire. Arrange and book your transportation. Select and reserve your wedding vendors. Conduct a final check with vendors. Confirm final payments, guest count, and additional details for day of wedding. Contact New Orleans & Company for complimentary New Orleans Official Visitors Guides at Tourism@NewOrleans.com To obtain a marriage license, go to MyWeddingInNewOrleans.com for a list of locations. 4-5 Months Arrange hotel accommodations for out-of-town guests. Contact New Orleans & Company for FREE hotel quotes at Tourism@NewOrleans.com Purchase wedding rings. Book the rehearsal dinner. Book the ceremony and reception entertainment. Order favors. Order wedding and groom’s cakes. After Wedding Get receipts and finalize any outstanding transactions. Send thank-you notes. MyWeddingInNewOrleans.com 7
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