If you are getting married between March and May 2027, this winter is when the planning gets real. Here is a month-by-month checklist to work through between now and your wedding, so spring arrives with nothing left to chase.
First, know your spring dates
A few dates in spring 2027 are worth knowing, because they affect guests, venues and suppliers:
- Easter weekend runs from Good Friday, 26 March, to Easter Monday, 29 March 2027. Bank holiday weddings are popular, and some guests will already have plans.
- The clocks go forward on Sunday 28 March 2027. Weddings from April onwards get noticeably lighter evenings, which is great for outdoor drinks and golden-hour photos.
- The May bank holidays fall on Monday 3 May and Monday 31 May 2027. Bank holiday weekend dates tend to book up first.
November: fill the gaps
Make a list of every supplier you need and tick off the ones you have booked. Anything still missing needs sorting now, because spring dates, especially Saturdays and bank holiday weekends, will already be getting busy.
- Check availability for the suppliers you have not booked yet. Couples typically book their photo booth 12 to 24 months ahead, so with only a few months to go it is worth enquiring straight away.
- If you still need a DJ and a booth, booking them together through the wedding DJ and photo booth package saves money and gives you one team to deal with.
- Order your wedding outfits if you have not already. Many dresses and suits take months to arrive, before alterations even start.
December: invitations and numbers
- Send invitations for a March or April wedding if they are not out yet. Spring weddings over Easter or bank holidays need extra notice.
- Set an RSVP deadline that gives you time to chase stragglers before your venue needs final numbers.
- Start a simple spreadsheet of dietary requirements as replies come in.
January: the details
- Book hair and make-up trials. If you are booking the Glam Booth, it is worth knowing its black and white beauty lighting is very flattering, so there is no need to go heavier with make-up for the booth.
- Plan your print design. We design personalised print borders to match your wedding. Have your invitations to hand, so we can match fonts and colours.
- Choose your music. Start your first dance shortlist and your must-play and do-not-play lists for the DJ.
- Think about a guest book. If you want a photo guest book, add our Guest Book Management service. You supply the book and pens.
February: the timeline
Draft your full day timeline, from suppliers arriving to carriages. Spring weather is unpredictable, so build in a plan B for any outdoor part of the day, especially the drinks reception. Our guide to briefing your wedding suppliers explains how to turn that timeline into a one-page run sheet everyone can follow.
Booth timings are part of this. Staffed booths include three hours as standard, and our team arrives an hour before the booth opens. If your evening runs long, extra time is available.
A month before: confirm everything
- Send your draft timeline and contact sheet to every supplier and your venue coordinator.
- Confirm final numbers with your venue and caterer.
- Sign off your photo booth print design.
- Finalise the seating plan.
- Have final dress or suit fittings.
Two weeks before: balances and final details
Most suppliers ask for final balances shortly before the wedding. With us, the balance is due 14 days before your event, so diary it now along with everyone else’s due dates. Send the final version of your timeline at the same time.
The week of the wedding
- Hand anything suppliers need (guest book, pens, table plan) to your venue coordinator or a trusted friend.
- Check the weather forecast and confirm your wet-weather plan with the venue.
- Then stop planning. Rest, hydrate and enjoy the build-up.
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Spring weather: plan for both
A spring wedding can bring blossom and sunshine or showers and a chill, sometimes in the same afternoon. Plan for both. Ask your venue about an indoor alternative for your drinks reception, keep a basket of umbrellas by the door, and think about a wrap or jacket that works with your outfit. If you’re hoping for photos outside, ask your photographer to keep an eye on the light and grab ten minutes whenever the sun comes out.
Spring evenings are lighter than winter but still cool, so the party moves indoors as the sun goes down. That’s usually when the photo booth comes into its own, giving guests something fun to do between the dance floor and the bar.
Don’t forget the little things
It’s easy to focus on the big suppliers and forget the small details that make a day run smoothly. Before spring arrives, make sure you’ve thought about:
- A final guest list with any dietary needs, shared with your caterer
- A table plan and place cards
- Your music choices, including first dance, party starter and last dance
- Your photo booth print design and backdrop
- A short run sheet for your venue and suppliers
- Someone to be the day-of contact, so you don’t have to answer questions
Our free wedding planner covers all of this month by month, and our wedding supplier booking timeline shows you who to book and when.
FAQs
Is it too late to book a photo booth for spring 2027?
Not necessarily, but popular dates go first. Check availability as soon as you can.
What do we need to pay to book a photo booth?
We take a booking fee to secure your date, and the balance is due 14 days before the wedding. Our guide to photo booth hire explains what affects the cost.
Are bank holiday weekend weddings harder to book?
They are often popular with couples, so suppliers can book up sooner. The earlier you enquire, the better.
Marrying in spring 2027 and still need a booth? Request a quote using the form below and we will check your date straight away.
