Event Planning and Preparation
Planning Always First
Planning First
All events begin with planning.
What to Consider
Planning Considerations
Consideration should always be given to:
- Nature and sequence of the event
- Scheduling
- Guests
- Budget
Three-Week Minimum
3-Week Minimum
To give guests time to plan, aim at having details planned out at least three weeks in advance, or more.
Planning Committees
Committees Far in Advance
In such cases, planning committees will need to begin meeting and discussing details of the event far in advance of the invitations being sent out.
Larger Events
Months to Year for Big Events
This could mean, depending on the size and scope of the event, planning as early as several months to a year in advance.
Use Existing Resources
Resources Already Exist
Because ceremonies are often steeped in tradition, there are almost always resources available for helping planners get started.
Don't Start From Scratch
Reach Out, Don't Reinvent
Rather than starting from scratch:
- Reach out to other organizations, OR
- Review checklists from previous events to help get things started