Booklet Printing for Programs
Program booklet printing for weddings, graduations, concerts, plays and services. Give guests the order of events, the names that matter and a keepsake they will actually take home.
Program sizes that fit the occasion
Most programs are held in one hand, read in a dim room and tucked into a bag afterward. These sizes work well for that. Each one is drawn to scale so you can compare them at a glance.
- 5.5 × 8.5 The classic program size
- 5 × 7 Weddings and small ceremonies
- 4 × 9 Slim, fits a #10 envelope
- 6 × 9 Theater and concert playbills
- 8.5 × 5.5 Landscape for photo-heavy pages
- 6 × 6 Square and a little different
A 5.5 × 8.5 program opens flat to 11 × 8.5, so a regular letter sheet folded in half is a good way to mock one up before you design.
What goes in a program booklet
A single folded card runs out of room fast. A booklet lets you include everything without shrinking the type.
The running order
Processional, readings, songs, acts and intermissions, laid out so guests can follow along.
The people
Wedding parties, graduating classes, cast lists, musicians and the volunteers who made it happen.
The words
Lyrics, readings, prayers, director's notes and a thank-you from the hosts.
Room for sponsors
Concerts and school shows often sell ad space. Extra pages make room for local businesses and donors.
Events we print programs for
- Wedding ceremonies and receptions
- Graduations and commencements
- Concerts and recitals
- Theater, dance and school plays
- Church services and holiday services
- Memorials and celebrations of life
- Award nights and galas
- Sports banquets and tournaments
Planning a service for a loved one? Our funeral program printing page covers sizes and layouts made for memorials.
Choosing paper for your programs
For a program that feels substantial, pick an 80 lb or 100 lb gloss or matte cover with matte book pages inside. Matte is easy to read under stage lights and candlelight. If guests will jot notes or fill in a hymn number, 70 lb or 80 lb opaque smooth paper takes pen and pencil well. Short programs of 8 or 12 pages can use a self cover, where the cover is the same paper as the inside.
Want something heavier for a wedding keepsake? Many sizes also come as an all-cardstock booklet, with every page on cover stock.
Count your pages in 4s. Programs run 8 to 96 pages, in multiples of 4, and the cover counts as 4 of those. If your content lands on 10 pages, add a photo page and a thank-you page to reach 12.
From final draft to the event
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Lock the details
Confirm names, song titles and the order of events. Spelling a name right matters more than any design choice.
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Set up your file
Design at the finished size with 0.125 in bleed on every side, or start from a free Canva template.
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Check the proof
Real people look over every file and send a proof before printing. Read it once more with fresh eyes.
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Get it in time
Order by 12pm and it ships the next business day, from Brooklyn, NY or Long Beach, CA. Free local pickup is available at both.
Program booklet printing FAQ
What is the most common size for a wedding or church program?
5.5 × 8.5 is the most common. It is a letter sheet folded in half, easy to hold and easy to read. 5 × 7 is a popular smaller choice for weddings.
Can I order programs for a small event?
Yes. There is a $25 minimum order, so even a few dozen programs for an intimate ceremony works. Prices drop as quantity goes up.
The event is next week. Is that enough time?
Usually, yes. Order by 12pm and it ships the next business day, with the proof included in that time. There are no rush fees. Check delivery dates on our Fastest Turnaround page, or choose free local pickup in Brooklyn or Long Beach.
How many pages should a graduation or concert program have?
It depends on your list of names and performers. Most fall between 8 and 24 pages. Long class lists or sponsor sections may need more, up to 96. Programs with 40 or more pages get a square-back spine at no extra cost.
Can people write in the program?
Yes. Choose 70 lb or 80 lb opaque smooth paper for the inside pages. It is great for writing on with pen or pencil.
Can you print matching flyers and posters?
Yes. We print postcards, flyers, posters and more in our marketing materials collection, so the rest of your event print can match your program.