One of the first questions you'll hear after you announce your engagement is:
"Ɛyɛ da bɛn na ayeforɔ no bɛyɛ?" ("So when is the wedding?")
Choosing your wedding date is one of the most important decisions you'll make — because everything else depends on it: the venue, your vendors, the style of your ceremony, and even how much you’ll end up spending.
Here are key things to consider when choosing a wedding date in Ghana:
If you already know where you want your wedding to happen — especially if it's a popular church, event center, or garden — call early to check available dates. Venues in cities like Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi can be booked months (even a year) in advance, especially on weekends and during December.
Tip: In Ghana, most weddings happen on Saturdays, so Saturdays tend to fill up quickly. If you’re on a tight budget or looking for availability, consider a Friday or Sunday wedding.
In Ghana, the engagement or traditional marriage is just as important as the "white wedding." Some families even consider it the real marriage. You’ll need to choose dates for both events — either on the same day or a few days apart — depending on customs from your ethnic group.
Akan weddings might involve extended traditional rites.
Ewe or Ga customs may require input from both families to choose a suitable day.
In some regions, families consult elders or even spiritual leaders before finalizing a date.
Tip: Talk to both families early to coordinate timelines, especially if you’re blending different traditions.
Ghana has two main seasons: the rainy season and the dry season.
Planning an outdoor or beach wedding? Avoid peak rainy periods like May–June or September, unless you have backup tents or indoor space.
The dry season (November–February) is ideal for weddings, especially if you’re planning a garden wedding or outdoor reception.
Tip: Harmattan (dusty dry winds from December–January) can affect makeup, photos, and general comfort, so prepare accordingly.
Some couples prefer to have their wedding around holidays like Christmas, Easter, or Independence Day (March 6th) because guests are more likely to be free. However, it’s also a busy travel period and vendors may charge more or be fully booked.
Pros: Guests are available, venues might already be decorated.
Cons: Higher costs, traffic, and people might have other family or church events.
If there are key people who must be present — your parents, best friends, or bridal party members — check their schedules first. Maybe a sibling is schooling abroad, or your best friend is due to give birth that same month. Try to work around important people’s availability.
Tip: It’s not possible to please everyone, but consider the people whose presence truly matters to you.
Dates during “off-peak” months (like January–March or August) can help you save money on venues, decor, and vendors. Avoiding December weddings may also save you a lot, as it’s wedding and event season in Ghana, and prices often shoot up.
Some families or churches may prefer specific days for spiritual or cultural reasons. Others might avoid certain dates entirely due to beliefs or taboos. If either family wants to consult with elders or religious leaders, it’s important to respect that process.
Choosing a wedding date in Ghana isn't just about convenience — it's about balancing culture, family, weather, availability, and practicality. Whether you want a small traditional ceremony in your hometown or a big celebration in the city, planning ahead and involving the right people early will help everything go smoothly.
Above all, pick a date that allows you and your partner to prepare well and enjoy the journey — not just the destination.
