Your Happily Ever After Handbook

Welcome to Ever After Farms.

From the moment you booked your venue, you stepped into a planning experience thoughtfully designed to make your wedding effortless, organized, and unforgettable.

This handbook is your personal roadmap—from now until the moment you walk down the aisle.

Inside, you’ll find each phase of planning, with clear guidance on what to do, when to do it, and how to make the most of everything included with your Ever After Farms experience.

Because here, your venue is more than just a place.

It’s the foundation that makes everything else easier.

With built-in décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and a team who knows your venue inside and out, you’re free to focus on what matters most:

Being present.
Celebrating fully.
And enjoying every moment.

PHASE 1: YOUR FOUNDATION

Begins Immediately After Booking

These first steps set the tone for a seamless planning experience.
Ever After Farms Priority Steps

☐ Secure your wedding date
Completed — and one of the most important decisions of your entire journey.

☐ Add Ever After Farms Wedding Day Management
This service ensures your timeline, vendors, and details are professionally managed so you can fully enjoy your wedding day.

☐ Reserve Ever After Farms Photography & Videography

No one knows our venues better. Our in-house team captures your day effortlessly while delivering exceptional quality and value.

☐ Contact Ever After Farms Preferred Vendors

Our Preferred Vendors are trusted professionals who consistently deliver outstanding experiences.

Important Note:

Bartenders must be selected from the Preferred Vendor List.
Outside vendors require an accommodation agreement.

Your Planning Steps

☐ Establish your wedding budget

☐ Create your guest list

☐ Ask your wedding party

☐ Begin wedding dress shopping

☐ Order Save-the-Dates

☐ Create inspiration board

PHASE 2: BUILD YOUR TEAM

Ever After Farms Priority Steps

☐ Schedule your rehearsal time with Ever After Farms

Rehearsals are held on Thursday before your wedding and scheduled first-come, first-served.

☐ Submit Event Insurance

Required for all weddings.

Your Planning Steps

☐ Book Caterer

☐ Book DJ or Entertainment

☐ Book Hair and Makeup

☐ Book Officiant

☐ Begin rehearsal dinner planning

☐ Collect guest addresses

☐ Select wedding attire for wedding party

PHASE 3: DESIGN & PERSONALIZATION\

Ever After Farms Priority Steps

☐ Schedule your Ever After Farms Revisit

This allows you to share your venue with family and continue planning confidently.

☐ Schedule your Complimentary Engagement Session

Your Planning Steps

☐ Book Florist

☐ Book Cake Vendor

☐ Purchase wedding rings

☐ Create wedding website

☐ Order invitations

☐ Book hair and makeup trials

☐ Select parent attire

PHASE 4: FINAL DESIGN & DETAILS

3–4 Months Before Wedding

Ever After Farms Priority Steps

☐ Complete Ever After Farms Planning Questionnaire

☐ Schedule Final Décor Appointment

☐ Add Wedding Day Management if not already selected

Your Planning Steps

☐ Attend catering tasting

☐ Register for gifts

☐ Finalize honeymoon plans

☐ Book guest hotel blocks

☐ Plan rehearsal dinner

☐ Schedule transportation

☐ Purchase wedding favors and accessories

PHASE 5: FINAL LOGISTICS

2–3 Months Before Wedding

Ever After Farms Priority Steps

☐ Attend Final Planning Appointment

☐ Review Wedding Timeline

Your Planning Steps

☐ Mail invitations

☐ Obtain marriage license

☐ Finalize menu selections

☐ Finalize music selections

☐ Finalize photography shot list

☐ Track RSVPs

☐ Order signage and paper goods

PHASE 6: FINAL MONTH

Ever After Farms Priority Steps

☐ Final Planning Call with Ever After Farms

☐ Submit final guest count

☐ Ensure venue balance is complete

Your Planning Steps

☐ Final dress fittings

☐ Create seating chart

☐ Prepare vendor tip envelopes

☐ Pack décor and personal items

☐ Prepare photographer detail box

PHASE 7: FINAL WEEK

☐ Pack wedding attire

☐ Prepare overnight bags

☐ Confirm rehearsal attendance

☐ Relax and enjoy the moment

PHASE 8: YOUR WEDDING DAY

Arrive.

Trust your team.

Be present.

Celebrate.

You’re getting married at Ever After Farms.