The Complete Event Planning Checklist for Lagos Celebrations
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03 June 2026 · Mamijojo Cuisine & RentalsThe Ultimate Lagos Event Planning Checklist
After coordinating over 500 events across Lagos, our team at Mamijojo Cuisine & Rentals has put together the definitive event planning checklist. Whether you are planning a wedding, corporate event, or birthday celebration, this guide ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
6 Months Before Your Event
Set your budget. Choose your date. Book your venue. Start researching caterers. Shortlist equipment rental companies. Create your guest list estimate.
3 Months Before
Confirm your caterer and sign a contract. Book your event rentals (chairs, tables, canopies). Send save-the-dates. Confirm your guest count estimate. Discuss menu options with your caterer.
1 Month Before
Finalize guest count. Confirm all vendor bookings in writing. Do a site visit with your caterer. Confirm delivery times for all rentals. Share event timeline with all vendors.
1 Week Before
Final guest count to caterer. Confirm all payments. Prepare vendor contact list. Create a minute-by-minute day schedule.
Day of Event
Have your coordinator arrive 3 hours early. Ensure caterer has access to kitchen/cooking area. Supervise setup of chairs, tables, and canopies. Designate someone to receive deliveries.
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