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The maid of honor’s timeline.

What to book, and when, so nothing sells out on you. Built around what actually books up first in Nashville.

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6+ months out

  1. Dates
    Poll the core group on two or three weekends. Check the big-event weekends before you send it.
  2. Budget
    Agree on a per-person range up front. Most land around $450–$850 before travel.
  3. Headcount
    Get firm yes/no answers; the house is sized to this number.

4–6 months out

  1. The house
    Book it and collect deposits. What to check before you pay.
  2. The big ride
    Book the party bus, wagon or boat next. Pontoon Saloon advises booking private cruises about 90 days out; popular weekends go sooner.

2–3 months out

  1. Brunch
    Reserve a table for the full group; some places hold it with a card. Group brunches.
  2. Classes & glam
    Line dancing, blowouts and a photographer. Lessons · Glam and photos.
  3. Themes
    Pick outfit themes so people can order online. What to wear.

1 month out

  1. Final payments
    Collect the balance from everyone. How to do it without the awkwardness.
  2. The plan
    Share one schedule with times, addresses and dress codes. The Weekend Builder makes the first draft.
  3. Bluebird
    Watch for Bluebird Cafe tickets on its own site; they can sell out in minutes.

The week of

  1. Confirm
    Reconfirm every booking, meeting point and check-in time.
  2. Weather
    Check the forecast and swap in a rain plan if needed; the Nashville Tractor has a roof.
  3. Cash
    Bring small bills to tip bands, hosts and drag queens.