While it can seem a little daunting at first, the good news is that planning your big day can be simple!

With a little homework and the right tools in your toolbox, creating the day you’ve always dreamed of is possible. At Cornerstone Weddings, there’s nothing we love more than helping couples pull off the perfect “big day” in Canmore. As a venue with over 10 years in the business, we’d love to share some of the tips and tricks we’ve learned along the way.

Below, we’ll cover 4 things to keep in mind as you begin to plan your wedding. Read on!

1. Relax and Enjoy

Before we get into the nitty-gritty details of wedding planning, it’s important to take a moment to remind yourself to enjoy the process. Being engaged is a special time for every couple. As much as you may feel eager to jump into planning the next step, don’t. Give yourself permission to celebrate where you are today as well as how far you’ve come together. Furthermore, spend time with friends and family and allow everything to sink in. Then, once you’re ready to tackle what comes next, raise a toast and begin to plan out your ideal wedding day.

2. Budget

One of the most important thing to consider as you begin your wedding planning is your budget. This isn’t the most fun aspect to think about! However, having a solid idea of what you’re able and want to spend will help inform many of the decisions you’ll make in the planning process. Sit down together and have a honest conversation about what you’re expecting to spend. Then, build in a flex budget to help accommodate any unexpected “must-haves” you may come across. Finally, once you have a final number in mind, you’ll be in a much better position to move forward.

3. Find Your Venue

While many think that finding the dress is one of the first things to tackle, we strongly recommend addressing the two most important things first: finding a venue and booking a date.

Many people are surprised to find out how quickly popular wedding venues get booked up. At Cornerstone Weddings prime dates can book up to 18 months in advance. 

To make sure you’re able to find your dream location, narrow down your ideal season as soon as possible and get a rough idea of what kind of venue is best suited for your big day. Additionally, bear in mind that having flexibility with your chosen date will help increase your chances of getting your perfect venue. Opting to get married outside of peak wedding season typically helps with availability and pricing in popular areas like Canmore, Banff and surrounding area.

4. Planning Other Details

There are plenty of additional little details that will go into planning your wedding day once you select your venue. From choosing your wedding attire, booking hotels, planning your catering to arranging hair and make-up, you’ll want to create a few lists and follow-up points to stay organized.

As you begin to tackle each task, try to give yourself as much time as possible for things to be completed. Remember to take time to relax and enjoy the process. Planning your wedding is one of the most memorable undertakings you can share as a couple. It’s important to remember that your love and commitment to one another is what is most important.

Canmore Weddings With Cornerstone Weddings

Cornerstone Weddings has been hosting couples special day for over a decade in two iconic wedding venues in Canmore. With the Canadian Rockies as a backdrop, our venues, Cornerstone Theatre and the Canmore Nordic Centre, are the perfect spot to plan your Canmore wedding. With an expert in-house wedding team on hand, we help couples bring their wedding dreams to reality. Creating the perfect ceremony and reception in Canmore is easy with Cornerstone Weddings. Learn more by contacting our team today!