Once you’ve set your wedding date and booked your venue, one of the next big steps on your planning list is sending out your save the dates. These announcements help your guests mark their calendars early, making it easier for them to plan travel, accommodations, and time off work.
For most weddings, it’s best to send your save the dates 8 to 10 months before the big day. This window gives your guests ample notice without being too far in advance. If you’re having a destination wedding, you might want to send them up to 12 months ahead to give guests extra time to make travel arrangements. However, sending save the dates more than a year in advance isn’t usually necessary, as details might still change and guests could lose track of it.
Let’s break down the ideal timeline for each wedding month, along with some best practices for organizing your guest list and collecting addresses.
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Save the Date Timeline for Weddings By Month (2025–2027)
| Wedding Month & Year | 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2025 | March 2024 | April 2024 | May 2024 |
| January 2026 | March 2025 | April 2025 | May 2025 |
| January 2027 | March 2026 | April 2026 | May 2026 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| February 2025 | April 2024 | May 2024 | June 2024 |
| February 2026 | April 2025 | May 2025 | June 2025 |
| February 2027 | April 2026 | May 2026 | June 2026 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| March 2025 | May 2024 | June 2024 | July 2024 |
| March 2026 | May 2025 | June 2025 | July 2025 |
| March 2027 | May 2026 | June 2026 | July 2026 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| April 2025 | June 2024 | July 2024 | August 2024 |
| April 2026 | June 2025 | July 2025 | August 2025 |
| April 2027 | June 2026 | July 2026 | August 2026 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| May 2025 | July 2024 | August 2024 | September 2024 |
| May 2026 | July 2025 | August 2025 | September 2025 |
| May 2027 | July 2026 | August 2026 | September 2026 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| June 2025 | August 2024 | September 2024 | October 2024 |
| June 2026 | August 2025 | September 2025 | October 2025 |
| June 2027 | August 2026 | September 2026 | October 2026 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| July 2025 | September 2024 | October 2024 | November 2024 |
| July 2026 | September 2025 | October 2025 | November 2025 |
| July 2027 | September 2026 | October 2026 | November 2026 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| August 2025 | October 2024 | November 2024 | December 2024 |
| August 2026 | October 2025 | November 2025 | December 2025 |
| August 2027 | October 2026 | November 2026 | December 2026 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| September 2025 | November 2024 | December 2024 | January 2025 |
| September 2026 | November 2025 | December 2025 | January 2026 |
| September 2027 | November 2026 | December 2026 | January 2027 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| October 2025 | December 2024 | January 2025 | February 2025 |
| October 2026 | December 2025 | January 2026 | February 2026 |
| October 2027 | December 2026 | January 2027 | February 2027 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| November 2025 | January 2025 | February 2025 | March 2025 |
| November 2026 | January 2026 | February 2026 | March 2026 |
| November 2027 | January 2027 | February 2027 | March 2027 |
| 10 Months Out | 9 Months Out | 8 Months Out | |
| December 2025 | February 2025 | March 2025 | April 2025 |
| December 2026 | February 2026 | March 2026 | April 2026 |
| December 2027 | February 2027 | March 2027 | April 2027 |
After you find the right date, here are some tips for creating your Save-the-Dates:
Keep it Simple
Your save the date doesn’t need to have all the details of your wedding day, just the essentials. Make sure you include:
- Your names (first and last if you’re going more formal)
- The wedding date (of course!)
- Location (just the city and state for now—more details can come with the invite)
- “Formal invitation to follow” (to let them know the official invite is on its way)
Choose a Style That Matches Your Wedding Vibe
Your save the date is the first glimpse your guests get into the style of your wedding, so think about how you want to set the tone. Whether you’re going for formal and classic, casual and rustic, or something in between, make sure the design reflects that. Don’t be afraid to add some personality—after all, it’s your day! For tips on creating your Save-The-Dates on graphic design tool Canva, click here!
Digital or Printed?
- Printed save the dates are traditional and feel personal—plus, they make a great keepsake.
- Digital save the dates are budget-friendly, eco-conscious, and super easy to send. There are plenty of services (like Paperless Post or Minted) that offer beautiful digital options, too.
Double-Check the Guest List
Before you send anything out, make sure you’ve finalized your guest list, or at least the key people you know will be invited. It’s hard to uninvite someone later, so you want to be sure before you hit send or drop them in the mail!
Collect Addresses Early
If you’re sending physical save the dates, make sure you start collecting addresses early. You can:
- Use a wedding website like Zola or The Knot to gather addresses.
- Create a simple Google Form to collect details from guests.
- Go old-school with texts, emails, or phone calls if you’re keeping it small and personal.
By sticking to this timeline and following a few simple tips, you’ll ensure your guests have plenty of time to prepare, while also setting the tone for your wedding. Whether you’re planning a local celebration or a destination event, getting your save the dates out at the right time keeps everything running smoothly and gets your guests excited for what’s to come!
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