Wedding Day Timeline

Every moment, mapped out

Arrive relaxed, know what comes next, and savor the celebration from first toast to send-off.

Wedding date
October 24th, 2026
Festivities begin
Welcome drinks start at 3:30 PM
Location
Lake Placid, Florida

From first hello to send-off

We designed the evening with generous breaks so you can refresh drinks, check in with friends, and never feel rushed. Here’s exactly when each moment unfolds.

  1. 3:00 PM

    Parking

    Parking starts at 3:00 PM. Park by the street or if there's room, the driveway is available.

  2. 3:30 PM

    Welcome Hour

    Ease into the afternoon with cocktails, mocktails, and light bites on the lawn.

    Find your ceremony seat, catch up with friends, and settle in before the vows begin.

  3. 4:30 PM

    Ceremony

    Gather by the water as we exchange vows surrounded by the lake breeze and cypress trees.

    Please be seated by 4:20 PM so we can begin right on time.

  4. 5:00 PM

    Dinner & Speeches

    Move into the reception area for dinner and heartfelt toasts from our favorite people.

    Top off your glass before toasts begin and keep an eye out for the first dance to follow soon after.

  5. 6:00 PM

    Cake Cutting

    Join us around the dessert table as we slice the cake and share a sweet moment together.

    Sneak a few photos, this is the perfect time for candids with the newlyweds.

  6. 6:10 PM

    Dessert

    Dessert stations open with bite-sized sweets and smore's around the fire pit for a cozy wind-down.

    Driving home tonight? This is a natural moment to head out early, we’ll send you off with hugs and pastries.

  7. 7:00 PM

    Dancing

    The DJ opens the dance floor. Expect sing-along favorites and plenty of time for requests.

    We’ll keep the music going until 9:00 PM, with a short break for water and dessert refills midway through.

  8. 9:00 PM

    Sparkler Farewell

    Help us cap the evening with a sparkler moment at the dock before everyone heads out for the night.

Please note: timing is shared as a helpful guide and may shift slightly as plans finalize.