In this episode of Unveiled by Bali Brides, Tristan and Britta pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of wedding planning - the run sheet. You’ll find out why timelines are one of the last things your planner works on, what actually goes into them, and how they can make or break the flow of your day.
We talk about:
When your planner starts working on your timeline (and why it’s not early!)
What your planner handles vs. what you’ll need to decide
How detailed a run sheet really is and why it’s more flexible than you think
Why early ceremonies are not the vibe (cue fainting guests, sweaty groomsmen, and no bar service yet)
What happens to your guests when you start too early (spoiler: they end up very drunk)
Why we plan your timeline around golden hour and how it sets up perfect photos and a dreamy dinner
Why trusting your planner is key, we’re the ones managing chaos behind the scenes
The hidden stress your planner feels when timelines go off-track (and how we quietly fix it)
What happens when things go wrong, supplier slip-ups, surprise performances, and clients going rogue
How we handle “surprises” from family, drunk uncles, and well-meaning guests
Plus: We share some of our favourite extra entertainment ideas if your budget allows - fireworks, magicians, live tattoos, photo booths, and more.
And of course, Tristan relives her most chaotic on-the-day moment from the year a full-blown panic attack when the entertainment involved her worst nightmare… snakes.
Takeaway: Run sheets aren’t just about structure they’re your safety net. Trust your planner, trust the process, and let us keep the magic flowing (and the chaos invisible).
Tristan Moy: @tristanbalibrides
Britta Petersen: @britta_balibrides
Bali Brides: @balibridesau & @balibridesteam
www.balibrides.com.au