10 Things to Do Right After You Get Engaged

💍 10 Things to Do Right After You Get Engaged

Congratulations — you’re engaged! Whether it was a complete surprise or a moment you’ve both been dreaming about for a while, this is a huge milestone in your life together. Before you dive headfirst into wedding planning, take a breath. There’s plenty of time for Pinterest boards, guest lists, and cake tastings.

Here are 10 things to do right after you get engaged — to make the most of the moment, stay organized, and set yourselves up for a joyful engagement period.

1. Soak It All In

Before anything else, take a moment (or a few days!) to just be present. Celebrate your engagement with each other. This is a once-in-a-lifetime feeling — don’t rush through it.

💡 Tip: Take a photo together right after it happens — messy hair, teary eyes and all. You’ll treasure the memory of that raw, happy moment.

2. Share the News — Thoughtfully

Tell close family and friends in person or over the phone before making it social media official. People appreciate hearing big news directly from you if they’re close.

📱 Once you've told your inner circle, feel free to post a ring selfie or announcement online!

3. Get Your Ring Insured

It’s not the most glamorous task, but it’s an important one. Engagement rings are valuable, and accidents happen — so add it to your home or renter’s insurance or get separate jewelry coverage.

4. Discuss a Rough Timeline

You don’t need to set a date right away, but it’s helpful to talk about timing — are you thinking next year? A long engagement? A quick courthouse wedding?

🗓 This will guide every other planning decision you make later.

5. Set Some Wedding Planning Boundaries

Now’s a good time to talk about your priorities, budget, and how involved you want others (especially family) to be. Setting expectations early helps prevent drama later on.

6. Celebrate With an Engagement Party (Optional!)

If you’re into the idea, a small celebration with friends and family can be a fun way to mark the moment. It doesn’t have to be fancy — think backyard BBQ, brunch, or cocktails at home.

7. Get a Manicure & Take Ring Photos

If you’re planning to post or you just want to document the moment, go ahead and treat yourself to a manicure and some ring shots. It’s all part of the fun!

8. Start a Shared Wedding Planning Tool

Whether it’s a digital planner, Google Doc, or wedding app like Zola or The Knot — start keeping track of your ideas, budget, and guest list together.

🔄 Collaboration is key — keep each other in the loop to reduce stress.

9. Talk About the Big Picture

Beyond the wedding, talk about your future — where you want to live, how you see your marriage, and any values or goals you want to align on. This time is about more than planning a party — it’s about planning a life.

10. Take Engagement Photos

You don’t need to, but it’s a great excuse to get some beautiful photos together — and they’re perfect for your save-the-dates or wedding website.

Final Thoughts

Getting engaged is exciting, emotional, and a little overwhelming — and that’s totally normal. You don’t have to figure it all out overnight. Take things step by step, keep communication open, and remember why you’re doing this: you love each other.

Planning your wedding shouldn’t feel overwhelming or out of reach— it should feel exciting, supported, and yours! With Infinite Memories Events by your side, you gain a cheerleader, an advocate, a behind the scenes best friend, and a trusted partner.

Cheers to the journey ahead — you’ve got this! 🥂

And with our help, we can bring your vision to life.