A Definitive Guide to Bridgerton Season 1 & 2 Timeline
It's crazy how busy the lives of the members of the Ton were during the social seasons.
We know that the creators of the Bridgerverse are not too concerned with the timeline and continuity of their own story. For example, Bridgerton's spinoff Queen Charlotte screwed up Violet Bridgerton's age and raised many fans' eyebrows by introducing her second grandchild.
The show doesn't usually give the exact dates of its events, which can confuse viewers. How much time elapses between Daphne meeting Simon, their wedding, and the birth of their first child? When do Anthony and Kate go on their honeymoon?
Luckily, we have dedicated fans who keep their eyes open and notice every little detail. Redditor u/CeaseandDesist12 shared a timeline of key events in Bridgerton Seasons 1 and 2 earlier this year. Here's what's happened in the show so far and when.
Year 1813 (Season 1)
Early April, 1813: Social seasons in the Bridgerverse begin at the beginning of April, so Daphne and Penelope make their debut, and the Duke of Hastings arrives in London.
April 6, 1813: Lady Danbury's season opening ball. Daphne is named the season's Incomparable and meets Simon.
Early May 1813: The open-air ball at Vauxhall. Daphne and Simon concoct their plan to fool the ton and begin their 'courtship'. Colin is fascinated by Marina Thompson.
Late May 1813: Daphne and Simon share their first kiss and are caught by Anthony.
The next day: Anthony and Simon 'duel'. Daphne gets involved and the 'engagement' takes place.
First week of June, 1813: Daphne and Simon marry after the Queen grants them an early date.
The next 3 weeks: The couple go through the honeymoon shenanigans and subsequent falling out. Colin intends to marry Marina in secret, but Lady Whistledown reveals the young woman's secret and breaks off the engagement.
Late June 1813: Daphne and Simon return to London. Daphne confirms she is not pregnant. We meet Sir Phillip Crane for the first time.
Mid-July 1813: Preparations for Daphne's ball begin. Daphne learns of Simon's vows. Marina marries Phillip and moves to his estate.
Early August 1813: The last ball of the season. Daphne and Simon declare their love for each other and end up having sex. Daphne presumably becomes pregnant.
Year 1814 (Season 2)
March, 1814: Daphne gives birth to baby Auggie (seen in the Season 1 epilogue).
Early April 1814: The Sharmas arrive in London and Kate meets Anthony on a horseback ride. Eloise and Edwina make their debut. Edwina is named Diamond of the Season. Kate and Anthony lock horns.
Mid-April, 1814: The Royal Races. Anthony schemes his way into Edwina's life. Eloise meets Theo Sharpe.
Early May, 1814: Lady Danbury's soiree. Anthony reads Benedict's poem. Colin tells Penelope that she is his friend and does not count as a woman.
Mid-May 1814: Visit to Aubrey Hall. Kate and Anthony begin their 'dance' around each other with the game of Pall-Mall, a bee sting, and a hunt.
Late May 1814: Anthony proposes to Edwina.
Early June - Late June 1814: Wedding preparations. Kate and Anthony struggle with their feelings for each other. The Sheffield dinner.
Early July 1814: Anthony and Edwina's wedding goes horribly wrong. Everyone realizes that Anthony and Kate are in love. They share their first kiss.
Late July 1814: The queen suspects Eloise of being Lady Whistledown and gives her three days to come clean.
July 25, 1814: The Harmony Ball. Kate and Anthony have sex for the first time. Penelope reveals Eloise and Theo's connection in the Lady Whistledown column, believing she is protecting her friend and ruining her reputation.
July 26, 1814: Kate has a riding accident and falls into a coma.
About a week later: The Featherington Ball. Kate and Anthony declare their love and get engaged. Colin ruins Uncle Jack's mining scam. Eloise discovers Penelope's secret and the two have a scandal. Penelope overhears Colin's hurtful words about her.
Late August 1814: Kate and Anthony are quietly married in an intimate ceremony at Aubrey Hall.
September 1814: Kate and Anthony are shown enjoying their married life and attending a family game of Pall Mall. They then leave for their honeymoon. Colin leaves for his travels, probably unaware of Penelope's changed feelings for him.
What's next?
The 1815 social season is set to be just as action-packed as the previous two. As usual, the season will begin in early April and will feature several debuts, most likely including Francesca Bridgerton's. We might even see the sixth sibling get married in Season 3.
There's no doubt that the new chapter will deal with the feud between Eloise and Penelope. And it may even see the beginning of Eloise and Benedict's solo love stories.
But most importantly, the start of the new social season will kick off the romantic arc of Colin, who will have just returned from his travels, and Penelope, who is said to be going on a husband hunt in the new season. Exciting, right?
Source: Reddit.