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You’re engaged, congratulations! I bet you are now on your little cloud nine and so many questions are now racing in your head. How do I start, when to start, am I too late? What should I ask? Don’t worry, planning a wedding in Montreal is not about checking boxes. It is about curating an experience that reflects who you are. 

Here is how to approach it with clarity.

1. Define the Atmosphere Before Anything Else

Before booking a venue or contacting vendors, pause and define your vision.

Do you envision:

• A black-tie evening reception? Chic and classic
• A garden ceremony with understated florals? You want to be surrounded by nature? 
• A historic ballroom lit entirely by candlelight? A dark venue where you can have an intimate atmosphere.
• A family estate celebration with generational charm?

The good thing is the Montreal area offers extraordinary backdrops for all kinds of weddings. You can see a selection on the blog to find some inspiration.. 

2. Establish Your Guest Count Early

Your guest list influences nearly every decision: venue size, catering budget, rental needs, and overall atmosphere.

Draft a preliminary list before visiting venues. It does not need to be final. It simply needs to be realistic.

An intimate 60-person dinner feels very different from a 220-guest celebration. Both are beautiful. They just require different spaces.

3. Choose the Right Season for You

Summer offers long golden evenings.
Autumn brings breathtaking foliage.
Winter creates intimacy and drama.
Spring feels fresh and romantic.

Peak months typically include June and late August through October. If your date is important, secure it early. Long weekends book quickly, especially for established venues and photographers.

Always consider contingency plans. Does the venue offer an elegant rain option? Is the indoor space as beautiful as the outdoor one?

4. Secure Your Core Vendors

Once your venue and date are confirmed, focus on your priority vendors and ask the right questions:

• Planner (if desired)
• Photographer
• Florist
• DJ or band
• Caterer (if not in-house)

These professionals shape the experience of your day.

A planner protects your time and investment.
A photographer preserves your legacy.
A florist defines the visual language.
A DJ controls the energy of the room.

Choose vendors whose work aligns with your vision and whose communication feels seamless. Responsiveness, professionalism, and clarity matter just as much as style.

If you want to make sure you are asking the right questions the vendors, head to the blog 

5. Determine the Time for your Ceremony

Choosing the time for your ceremony will determine your whole wedding timeline. If possible with the venue, choose a time when you will have time for a cocktail but also couple photos. You don’t want to be rushed.

6. Understand Your Budget Strategy

Rather than asking “How little can we spend?”, consider asking:

Where will our investment have the strongest impact?

For some couples, that is floral installations.
For others, it is a live band.
For many, it is photography that will live on for generations.

Allocate intentionally. Overspending in one area often means compromising another.

7. Protect the Experience

Finally, remember that this is not only an event. It is a milestone.

Choose professionals who anticipate quietly, guide gently, and execute beautifully. Surround yourself with vendors who understand discretion, refinement, and timelessness.

Wedding planning in Montreal can feel complex. But when approached with clarity and intention, it becomes a beautifully curated process — one that allows you to arrive at your wedding day calm, confident, and fully present.