Your final 30-day countdown to saying "I do". Every task, confirmation, and last-minute detail to ensure your Queensland wedding goes perfectly.
This checklist is for the last 4 weeks before your wedding. For the full 12-month planning timeline, see our complete wedding planning guide.
The final month before your wedding is an exciting whirlwind of confirmations, last-minute details, and rising anticipation. This comprehensive last-minute wedding checklist will help you stay organised and ensure nothing falls through the cracks as you count down to your big day.
Unlike a full 12-month wedding planning timeline, this final wedding preparations guide focuses specifically on the critical tasks in the last 30 days. It's your week before wedding to-do list andday before wedding checklist all in one comprehensive resource.
For Queensland couples, we've included region-specific reminders—like checking the weather forecast for outdoor ceremonies (especially important during summer storm season) and ensuring you have sunscreen and insect repellent for venues in tropical North Queensland, the Sunshine Coast hinterland, or Gold Coast beach locations.
Top tip: Don't try to do everything yourself! Delegate tasks from thiswedding week checklist to your bridal party, family members, or wedding planner. Your main job in the final week should be relaxing and enjoying the build-up to your big day.
Pack this kit at least a week before your wedding. Assign someone in your bridal party to be in charge of it on the day. This kit has saved countless weddings!
Queensland-specific: Don't forget sunscreen and insect repellent for outdoor ceremonies, especially in tropical North Queensland or during summer months. The Queensland sun can be intense!
Use this template when making your final confirmation calls:
Hi [Vendor Name],
I'm calling to confirm our booking for [YOUR NAMES]'s wedding on [DATE].
I'd like to confirm:
Is there anything you need from me before the day?
This last-minute wedding checklist covers everything from vendor confirmations to packing your wedding day emergency kit. By following this wedding day checklist, you'll approach your Queensland wedding with confidence and calm.
Remember, the purpose of this final wedding preparations guide isn't to add stress—it's to eliminate it. When you know exactly what needs to be done in the week before your wedding, you can focus on what really matters: celebrating your love with the people who matter most.
Don't forget to check that your marriage paperwork is in order! Visit ourMarriage License Queensland guideto ensure you have all required documents ready for your celebrant.
The hard work is almost done. Take a deep breath, tick off these final tasks, and get ready for the best day of your life.