Weddings celebrate the love shared between you and your significant other, but it's easy to get caught up in the pressure of planning the perfect day to showcase your relationship. Sometimes, the time you have to plan this special moment is limited by the need for an earlier date due to unexpected life circumstances or convenience.
Whatever the reason, if you’re planning a last-minute wedding, there’s no need to worry. You can still have the day you’ve always dreamed of! With a little organization, prioritization, and some advice from the professionals at Modern Moments, we'll show you how to plan a last-minute wedding that rivals those who have years of preparation under their belts.
Keep reading to learn about how to plan your last-minute wedding:
Secure a wedding venue
Send out invitations ASAP
Consider hiring a professional wedding planner
Book your caterer, bartender, bakery & other vendors
Keep décor simple
Try not to stress
Need a Beautiful & Affordable Wedding Venue in Phoenix’s East Valley?
Look no further than Modern Moments! We have a stunning ½-acre outdoor wedding venue with lush greenery and a brick-in-laid patio that can easily accommodate 300 people. And if you’re planning a microwedding, we can transform our indoor venue into a magical space that can comfortably seat 60 of your closest family and friends.
We offer professional wedding planning services, including a popular coordination package, ready-made centerpieces, and a curated list of vendors. Want to bring your own food or hire your own caterer? No problem. Unlike other venues, we welcome all outside vendors (so long as they’re licensed) without any surcharge!
Book a free tour of the property today and we’ll review pricing, availability, and creative décor ideas. We’ve still got some spaces available in early 2023!
For even more tips, download our FREE guide to planning the perfect wedding!
Secure a Wedding Venue
If you’re planning a last-minute wedding, it can be stressful to look at venues when you’re unsure of whether you can book one. A good tip is to look at smaller venues and consider downsizing your wedding guest list as it’s easier to book a venue for a microwedding.
Once you’ve nailed down your headcount, double-check that the venue can accommodate the size of your guest list. From there, make sure the venue offers the services you need in-house, such as setup, cleanup, and a day-of coordinator. Caring and attentive venue staff can make or break your wedding experience!
At Modern Moments, our private spacious outdoor space can easily handle up to 300 guests, and our indoor area will comfortably seat up to 60. We offer complimentary tables and chairs, and our convenient location also offers ample parking, so you won't need to worry about anyone arriving late because they couldn't find a place for their vehicle. Book now to check this important item off your list.
Send Out Invitations ASAP
All the planning in the world won't give you the fairytale experience if you don't get to share your special day with your friends and family, so fast invitations are a top priority.
If you're determined to stick with tradition and mail your invitations, skip the custom options for a set of pre-printed invites that match your theme. Once you have the details secured, print them on pretty parchment paper to include in each card. You may have to pay for expedited shipping.
If your expectations have some wiggle room, opt for an online invitation service to get information to your guests instantly. You can even spare your budget by using event planning tools on social media sites like Facebook.
Consider Hiring a Professional Wedding Planner
Weddings are all about the details but coordinating every element can take up time and mental resources. A professional wedding planner will handle the heavy lifting of making sure your wedding day runs smoothly no matter your tight timeline and that your dream becomes a reality. Their experience planning hundreds of events is your guarantee that nothing is forgotten and the wedding day schedule is followed.
At Modern Moments, our in-house wedding planners have more than 20 years of experience throwing beautiful, memorable weddings and events. Whether you want to be more involved or have us take the reigns, we’ll handle all the ins and outs of executing your vision. That way, you can relax and enjoy the wedding you’ve always dreamed of!
Book Your Caterer, Bartender, Bakery & Other Vendors
Along with wedding favors, the care you take in selecting your vendors is a thank-you to the guests who choose to share this big day with you. Good food, professional music, and the availability of adult beverages to settle nerves and get people dancing can turn even the most basic wedding theme into the event of the year.
Some vendors you could consider include:
Caterer
Baker
DJ/Live Music
Bartender
Photographer
Videographer
Security
Your vendors transform the atmosphere. Modern Moments offers a list of preferred vendors to get you started, but if you already have vendors selected, our event staff are happy to coordinate with any of the professionals you've chosen! Our close partnerships with vendors means that you will have easy access to professionals even close to your wedding date.
Keep Décor Simple
In a world of Instagram photos and celebrity wedding magazine covers, it's easy to get caught up in the fine details of your décor. Fortunately, complexity doesn't equal breathtaking, so there's no need to overcomplicate your decorating plans. Keeping things simple reduces the potential for mistakes while still creating the perfect backdrop for declaring your love to the world. This also ensures your guests will keep their focus on you, the happy couple, without the distraction of over-the-top details. A simple theme can also reduce the number of vendors you need to include, protecting your wedding day schedule.
Try Not to Stress
The most important factor to remember when planning your last-minute wedding is to keep your stress levels low so you can enjoy the experience. You are getting ready to marry the love of your life. Every step is one step closer to starting your new future together.
Choosing a full-service wedding venue, like the charming and versatile space at Modern Moments, is a great first start to keeping your planning efforts stress-free. Our affordable rates allow you to focus your last-minute budget on the details that define an event, such as food and music. With in-house wedding planner services, you can rest easy knowing there will be no last-minute surprises involving vendor accommodation and that we consider every detail.
Reserve Modern Moments for the Wedding of Your Dreams.
If you need a charming, versatile, and affordable wedding venue in Phoenix’s East Valley, Modern Moments has you covered! We have spacious indoor and outdoor venues for year-round weddings, and our preferred vendor list makes choosing your caterer, entertainment, and décor rentals that much easier.
Call us at (480) 347-9687 or click below to book a free property tour today! We’ll discuss venue rates, planning services, and everything you need to know about throwing the wedding you’ve always dreamed about.