Couples pick their wedding dates based on a variety of reasons. Some may opt to get married during their favourite time of year, on their “dating” anniversary, over a holiday weekend, or on “numerically pleasing” date - like 2-4-24 or 7-25-25. Regardless of why couples select their wedding date, it’s important to remember that there are in fact “popular” wedding dates. Let’s check out some of the most sought-after dates for wedding celebrations in Bermuda.
New Year’s Day - What better way to start the next chapter of your life than on the first day of a new year? We love photographing weddings on New Years Day for several reasons but mainly because everyone has a fresh outlook and is ready to welcome the couple into married life.
Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday Weekend - This holiday - celebrated on the 3rd Monday in January - honors the late great Dr. King. As this is a public holiday in the USA - it typically means an uptick in tourish as some folks have a day off of work. Planning a wedding over any holiday weekend makes it a little easier for couples to encourage their guests to attend their wedding. Thus - this holiday weekend usually yields a higher demand for photography.
Valentine’s Day - Regardless of the day of the week, this is always a popular day to tie the knot. If you’re looking to have Cupid be a part of your wedding, be sure to book your top choices early.
Date of the Month + Matching Year - Looking to get hitched on a cool “numerical date” for your anniversary? Example: April 24, 2024 (4/24/24) or May 5, 2025 - (5/5/25) Keep your eyes on these ones right here!
MARCH: Fridays - Sundays - You may think this month is not necessarily “known” for weddings, this is true. Each March, I have at least ONE weekend wedding during the month. If you’re planning to get married in March, you have a 75% chance of booking your desired weekend date and a 25% chance of not. When planning a wedding, why risk it? Book early and snag your date! Don’t forget - these percentages are based on weddings. Most photographers - similar to myself - shoot other projects this month. You may not be “competing” with another couple, but there will likely be other clients booking photographers this month.
Good Friday & Easter - With Good Friday being a public holiday in Bermuda and Easter being the “kick-off” of Spring (and school break), this weekend is notorious for wedding celebrations. Naturally, with this weekend being focused on religious holidays - couples are encouraged to book early.
APRIL - HOT MONTH - Fridays - Sundays: This is typically the start of wedding season. Couples who would like to hold their weddings on a weekend - either on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday should reserve as soon as possible.
MAY - HOT MONTH - Fridays - Sundays: The whole gosh darn month of May is busy - particularly on the weekends; Fridays - Sundays book very fast. May is the most popular wedding month out there across many locations. If you’re thinking of getting married during this time - reach out as soon as possible to reserve your date (or dates if you’ll also be opting to have a Welcome Dinner or Rehearsal Dinner captured).
Memorial Day & Bermuda Day - What better way to kick off the summer than with a wedding?! Memorial Day is celebrated on the last Monday in May and Bermuda Day is celebrated on the last Friday in May. With these two public holidays falling on back-to-back weekends, they’re not only the start of summer but also of the wedding season!
JUNE - HOT MONTH - Fridays - Sundays: You read that correctly; the whole gosh darn month of June - similar to May - is busy on the weekend. More specifically, Fridays - Sundays book very fast. June is a very popular wedding month; school has just let out and for any couples who are teachers and/or have kids - it’s a great month to book. If you’re thinking of getting married during this time - reach out as soon as possible to reserve your date (or dates if you’ll also be opting to have a Welcome Dinner or Rehearsal Dinner captured).
JUNE - National Hero’s Day - This is a unique holiday in Bermuda that falls on the third Monday in June. Bermuda honours those on its list of official national heroes. This list contains a diverse array of men and women who have contributed to their territory’s welfare in a variety of ways. This means the weekend prior to National Hero’s Day will be a “sought after” weekend for weddings.
JUNE - Carnival in Bermuda - as noted on Bermuda Tourism’s Website, “This is one of the island’s biggest summer celebrations, and it should not be missed! From Thursday-Monday you can expect a non-stop party through the days and nights. Most events are all-inclusive and will include local cuisine, unlimited drinks, and lots of soca music.”. This holiday usually falls on the third week/weekend in June - coinciding with National Hero’s Day. This one of the busiest weeks/weekends for weddings and events. One of the most challenging aspects about planning a wedding (whether big or small) during this time is that many wedding vendors are booked in advance with Carnival. With this in mind, we highly recommend booking Fiander Foto as soon as possible to ensure availbility for this time.
Canada Day & Independence Day - As a photographer, this is one of my favourite times of the year for weddings! With Canada Day falling on July 1 and Independence Day on the 4th of July, couples from Canada and the USA can enjoy public holidays during the summer months to make travel easier for couples and guests. If you’re planning to wed any day between July 1 - July 10, book your vendors quick as this block of time is always busy.
JULY - HOT MONTH - Fridays - Sundays: July has increasingly become another “HOT MONTH” for weekend weddings. Similar to May & June, July is very busy Fridays - Sundays and these dates book quickly. Why do you ask? Notice how this paragraph is sandwiched between three holidays; Canada Day, the 4th of July, and Cup Match? (That’s why.) If you’re thinking of getting married on a weekend in July - we recommend booking well in advance!
Cup Match + Weekend - This is a two day holiday in Bermuda and is held on the Thursday and Friday that is closest to August 1st. The first day is known as “Emancipation Day” to remember the end of slavery. The second day is called “Somers Day”, which remembers the arrival of Sir George Somers in Bermuda in 1609. During this time, the island celebrates by watching cricket, camping, and swimming. The Saturday and Sunday directly following Cup Match also books quickly for weddings. With this long holiday / 4-day weekend, it is a very popular time for couples to get hitched. This is when my husband, Jim, and I tied the knot. We had a few days off of from work and our guests who had flown in from the States, Canada, and Italy all had some time to enjoy Cup Match while they were in Bermuda.
AUGUST - HOT MONTH - Fridays - Sundays: August is also a “HOT MONTH” for weekend weddings. Similar to May > July is very busy Fridays - Sundays and these dates book quickly. Why do you ask? This is a time of year where a lot of families can take time off from work; school is out - camp is over - and it’s a great time of year to plan a wedding.
Labour Day - With the end of Summer, we have one of my favourite public holidays and you guessed it - another great weekend for a wedding ceremony! This is one of the most sought after weekends for weddings because it’s a holiday that’s recognized in Canada, the USA, and Bermuda.
Columbus Day & Veterans Day - As we move into the beautiful fall months, Columbus Day and Veterans Day soon follow. Although not all schools and companies offer time off for these two public holidays, they tend to book quickly for any couples looking to get married during the fall season.
Thanksgiving - by this point in the blog post, you’ve guessed it; another holiday weekend that is busy because many gusts will have time off of work and the kids will be out of school. This is a lovely time of year to get married; the idea of “gathering together” is already in people’s minds. And what more to be thankful for than your future spouse! If you have your eye on this weekend - don’t delay in reaching out!
New Year’s Eve - This is a very romantic day to have a wedding - and - it’s safe to say that the couple and their guests will have the following day off!
Putting holidays and cool numerical dates aside - if you’re getting married on a Saturday - any Saturday during the year - consider your wedding date in high demand. Fridays and Sundays are the “next in line” for popular wedding day options. When considering dates for your wedding, also consider the dates for your Welcome and/or Rehearsal Dinner. If you’re debating booking a particular venue or vendor on a popular date or weekend - be sure to book fast so you can have your top choice!
