Event planning timeline: the free template, from D-90 to D+7

Event Countdown Planner: D-90 to D+7
In short A 38-step timeline, from D-90 to D+7, in five phases: frame, build, refine, lock, close. For each step: when, what, who. Free, as a PDF. Download the free PDF

An event is planned backwards: start from the day itself and work back. This table, which suits a company party as well as a launch, lists the steps in order. Replace D with your event date and tick as you go.

For an event abroad, start earlier, from D-120 to D-180: venues, travel and permits take longer.

What's inside
  1. D-90 to D-60: frame it
  2. D-60 to D-30: build it
  3. D-30 to D-7: refine it
  4. D-7 to D: lock it
  5. D+1 to D+7: wrap it up
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A preview

D-90 to D-60: frame it

WhenTaskWhoDone?
D-90Write the goal, the message and the audience of the eventOrganiser, decision-maker[ ]
D-90Set the date, a fallback date and the target guest numbersOrganiser, decision-maker[ ]
D-85Approve the budget envelope and how it is split across itemsDecision-maker, finance[ ]
D-80Define the event's through-line: one idea, from announcement to the day afterOrganiser, agency[ ]
D-75Visit the shortlisted venues and ask for their safety filesOrganiser, agency[ ]
D-70Choose and book the venue (option, then written confirmation)Decision-maker[ ]
D-65Request quotes: catering, technical, sound and lighting, entertainmentOrganiser, agency[ ]
D-60Hold the dates with key suppliersOrganiser[ ]

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