Your Dream Mexico Destination Wedding Itinerary: A 3-Day Celebration to Remember
- Charlie and Taylor
- Jul 8
- 2 min read
Planning a destination wedding in Mexico? Your big day deserves more than just a single event — it should be a full weekend experience filled with celebration, culture, connection, and unforgettable moments.
As Mexico-based destination wedding photographers, we’ve documented hundreds of wedding weekends across Tulum, Playa del Carmen, San Miguel de Allende, Puerto Vallarta, and beyond. We’ve seen firsthand what works (and what doesn’t), so we’re sharing a sample itinerary to help you dream up the most stylish, seamless, and unforgettable three-day wedding weekend in Mexico.
💌 Why Plan a Multi-Day Wedding Weekend?
A Mexico wedding weekend gives you and your guests:
More time together. Make the most of your destination.
More memories. Not just the wedding — think tacos, pool parties, and late-night laughs.
More chances for amazing photos. Because dancing under palm trees or sipping cocktails on rooftops? Iconic.
Your Dream Mexico Destination Wedding Itinerary: A 3-Day Celebration to Remember:
🌴 Day 1: Welcome Party / Rehearsal Dinner
Thursday or Friday | Location: Rooftop bar, beach club, or villa
Kick off the celebration with a sunset welcome party. Think margaritas, guac, and golden-hour vibes.
Ideas:
Dress code: All-white or tropical-chic
Signature cocktails + mezcal tastings
Live music or a local mariachi band
Short welcome speeches or toasts
📸 Photography tip: These are some of our favorite candids — people reuniting, laughing, vibing. It’s a must-capture moment.
💍 Day 2: The Wedding Day
Friday or Saturday | Location: Beachfront resort, hacienda, or villa
This is it. The magic. The vows. The party of your dreams.
Sample Timeline:
9:00am: Hair & makeup
12:30pm: First look + portraits
3:00pm: Ceremony
4:00pm: Cocktail hour with mariachi or acoustic set
5:30pm: Reception begins
6:30pm: Dinner + speeches
7:30pm: First dance + party starts
10:00pm: Late-night tacos, churros, or fire show
📸 Photography tip: We recommend full-day coverage to capture every little moment — from glam to the wild dance floor.
Day 3: Pool Party / Day-After Brunch
Sunday | Location: Villa pool, boutique hotel, or beach club
This is the exhale. The last hurrah. Your guests may be hungover, but spirits will still be high.
Ideas:
Hangover kits + coconut water
Food truck brunch or buffet-style tacos
Floating florals or fun signage
Vintage camcorder video to capture the chaos (we got you)
📸 Photography tip: Pool floaties, candid hugs, espresso martinis in hand — some of the most real, joy-filled photos happen on this day.
Bonus Tips for a Seamless Mexico Wedding Weekend
Add downtime: Don’t overschedule. Your guests will appreciate breaks.
Get help: A local wedding planner is gold (we can recommend some!)
Capture it all: Opt for full weekend photo coverage — your love story isn’t just one day.
📍 Favorite Mexico Wedding Destinations for Weekend Weddings:
Tulum: boho-chic vibes + beachside ceremonies
San Miguel de Allende: cobblestone streets + colorful backdrops
Puerto Vallarta: villas on the cliffs + epic sunsets
Mexico City: modern-meets-historic with world-class food
Isla Mujeres: laid-back island feel + turquoise water
Your love deserves more than a few hours of coverage. Our wedding weekend collections are designed for couples who want to tell the full story — champagne toasts, salty swims, happy tears, and everything in between.
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