Wedding Programme – Examples and Inspiration
See how a wedding programme can be structured, with tips for creating a seamless day for your guests.
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3 wedding programme examples
Classic wedding programme
2:00 PM — Church ceremony
3:00 PM — Welcome drinks in the garden
4:00 PM — Dinner is served
5:30 PM — Speeches and songs
7:00 PM — Cake and coffee
8:00 PM — First dance
9:00 PM — Party and dancing
1:00 AM — Late night snacks
Intimate wedding programme
1:00 PM — Welcome and bubbles
1:30 PM — Ceremony
2:30 PM — Lunch
4:00 PM — Speeches
5:00 PM — Cake
6:00 PM — Thank you for today
Tips for a great wedding programme
- Plan 30-45 minutes between ceremony and dinner
- Place speeches between courses
- Allow time for photos without guests waiting
- Have a toastmaster to manage the programme
- Share the programme in the invitation
- Remember breaks – nobody wants to sit still for 5 hours
How to Create a Wedding Programme
A good wedding programme provides structure without feeling rigid. It's about guiding guests through an experience.
Start by setting the ceremony time. From there, build up: reception, dinner, speeches, cake and party.
The programme should include realistic time intervals. Allow 45-60 minutes for welcome drinks and at least 2 hours for dinner with speeches.
With Invy, you can include the programme directly in your digital invitation, so guests always have it to hand.
Frequently asked questions
When do you give speeches at a wedding?
Speeches are typically given between courses – often after the starter or main course.
How long should a wedding programme be?
A typical wedding programme lasts 8-10 hours, from ceremony at 2-3 PM until the party ends at 1-2 AM.
Should you share the programme with guests?
Yes! It helps guests plan their day. You can include the programme directly in your digital invitation with Invy.
Add the programme directly to your invitation
With Invy you can include your programme, RSVP and guest list in one beautiful digital invitation.
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