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How do we book you as our wedding planner?
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Where are you located?
Is there a minimum to work with you?
Tell me more about custom design?
What’s the difference between you and a venue coordinator?
How do we book you as our wedding planner?
An initial deposit is due along with a signed contract to lock in your date. We'll then send you your unique onboarding guide to get things started!
How can we check your availability for our date?
How do we book you as our wedding planner?
When in the planning process should we hire you?
Where are you located?
Is there a minimum to work with you?
Tell me more about custom design?
What’s the difference between you and a venue coordinator?
When in the planning process should we hire you?
This could depend on a number of factors, such as when your actual wedding day is, how large of a wedding, etc. Ideally you want to book your planner as soon as possible - we always recommend the first steps in planning include confirming your venue and your planner. We find the process is so much more stress-free this way versus couples who wait until they are overwhelmed with all the details to finally hire a planner. Many couples book a year or more in advance.
How can we check your availability for our date?
How do we book you as our wedding planner?
When in the planning process should we hire you?
Where are you located?
Is there a minimum to work with you?
Tell me more about custom design?
What’s the difference between you and a venue coordinator?
Where are you
located?
Events by Marykate is a wedding and events planner in the Greater Tampa Bay, Florida area. As Florida wedding planners we service multiple areas including Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Odessa, Trinity as well as venues three hours outside of the Tampa Bay area.
How can we check your availability for our date?
How do we book you as our wedding planner?
When in the planning process should we hire you?
Where are you located?
Is there a minimum to work with you?
Tell me more about custom design?
What’s the difference between you and a venue coordinator?
Is there a minimum to work
with you?
Our planning packages start at $2,200. We understand that no two weddings are alike, and each couple is unique, we'll match you up with the package that works best for your needs.
How can we check your availability for our date?
How do we book you as our wedding planner?
When in the planning process should we hire you?
Where are you located?
Is there a minimum to work with you?
Tell me more about custom design?
What’s the difference between you and a venue coordinator?
Tell me more about
custom design?
We're here to not just guide you through the planning process but to also ensure your vision comes to life exactly as you imagine it. Whether it's custom seating charts and welcome signs or detailed menu cards, we work with you to make sure your entire wedding design is cohesive and craft + setup these elements for you on wedding day.
From your initial design board to production, we've got all of your wedding details covered.
How can we check your availability for our date?
How do we book you as our wedding planner?
When in the planning process should we hire you?
Where are you located?
Is there a minimum to work with you?
Tell me more about custom design?
What’s the difference between you and a venue coordinator?
What’s the difference between you and a venue coordinator?
We get asked this ALL the time!
Venue Coordinator = Focused on the venue and the 100+ events they do a year if not more. They ensure the space is open, the lights are on, and the tables are set - but their priority is the venue’s interests, not your full wedding vision. They are not creating a timeline, calling all your vendors prior to your wedding, or ensuring every detail is checked prior to or on your day.
Wedding Planner = Focused on YOU. We manage every detail - vendors, timelines, design, family dynamics, last-minute surprises (yes, even those!). We are there through every step, a resource for any questions, and the one there to ensure the day runs smoothly and course correct when needed.
How can we check your availability for our date?
How do we book you as our wedding planner?
When in the planning process should we hire you?
Where are you located?
Is there a minimum to work with you?
Tell me more about custom design?
What’s the difference between you and a venue coordinator?
frequently asked questions
Planning your wedding should feel exciting, not like another full-time job. From our first conversation, we bring clarity, steady support, and a process that’s tailored to you, so things feel manageable from the start.
Our Wedding Planning Process
01. Consultation & Connection
We begin with a conversation to learn about your vision, priorities, and the level of support that would feel most helpful. This consultation allows us to understand what matters most to you and ensures we are the right fit for your wedding.
02. Booking & Getting Started
Once your contract and deposit are confirmed, your date is officially secured and planning begins. You will receive a welcome guide and access to your custom planning portal, where your checklist, timeline, and planning tools live in one organized place.
03. Kickoff & Ongoing Support
During your kickoff call, we review your portal, outline next steps, and map out upcoming milestones. You will also have access to schedule check-in calls whenever you need guidance or clarity. From there, we begin building the foundation of your day. Depending on your service level, this may include budget support, venue and vendor guidance, design direction, and early logistics planning.
04. The Three-Month Countdown
About ninety days before your wedding, we move into full execution. We finalize your timeline, take over vendor communication, confirm logistics, and manage the details that often feel overwhelming so you can enjoy the final months of engagement.
05. Wedding Week & Wedding Day
As your wedding approaches, our team manages the flow of the day from start to finish. On the wedding day, we oversee vendors, setup, timelines, and problem-solving behind the scenes so you can be fully present and enjoy every moment.
06. Your Wedding, Elevated
From the first conversation to the final send-off, we are here to guide every decision and support you with intention. When every detail is handled with care, you are free to relax, celebrate, and truly experience your wedding day.
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Kind Words from Our Couples
Ailey and Winton
Marykate made my wedding dreams come true. I wanted to dance the night away after an intimate ceremony with friends and family and that is exactly what I did. I’m pretty sure after we ate and did speeches we didn’t leave the dance floor. Marykate and team ran the show from beginning to end without skipping a beat. Everything was flawless.
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Becca and Alec
Marykate and her business, Events by Marykate, were truly one of the best decisions I made for my wedding. From the very beginning, Marykate was completely on her game. Organized, proactive, and so genuinely excited for us. It was obvious how passionate she is about what she does, and that energy made the whole process feel calm and joyful instead of stressful.
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Laura and Mike
Marykate was an AMAZING wedding planner / coordinator. She is extremely organized, super efficient, and a pleasure to work with. There wasn’t one thing that we needed that she couldn’t figure out a way to make it happen. Everything turned out flawless! The only thing I would suggest is to involve her earlier on in the process to reduce your wedding stress level.
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Savannah and Stuart
My wedding planning was stress-free and a joyful process thanks to Marykate and her team!! she did a fantastic job coordinating all the vendors behind the scenes, making my decor vision a reality, and accommodating all the day-of timeline changes without a sweat! I highly recommend Events by Marykate, and am excited that she will be helping at my sister's wedding coming up!
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Sam and Hunter
She is incredibly knowledgeable about the wedding industry, gave excellent vendor recommendations when we asked, knew all the right questions to ask, and kept us on track throughout the entire planning process. Before my wedding, I never would have spent money on a planner if my venue hadn’t required one. Now, I’m shouting Marykate’s name to anyone who even hints that they might be getting married. Highly, HIGHLY recommend.
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Natalie and Evan
Our wedding was a dream, thanks to Marykate’s help!!!
We truly LOVED working with Marykate and her assistant!!! She devoted so much of her time and energy to make sure that we had the best wedding day possible! We highly recommend her and her team to any couple looking for an excellent wedding planner!
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Makayla and Deion
I cannot say enough amazing things about my wedding planner and her team! From start to finish, they were absolutely wonderful. They brought my vision to life perfectly!
Her sweetness, professionalism, and attention to detail were unmatched. Highly, highly recommend her and her amazing team! They made my dream day come to life and I truly don’t know what I would have done without her!
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Leah and Mike
We used Mary Kate to be our wedding planner and from the beginning of the process she was Professional, Personal and very detailed oriented. She covered everything in this whole process and took a lot of weight and stress off of our shoulders.
She was unbelievable and I would definitely recommend her to anyone in the future.
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Haley and Mark
I loved Marykate and her team! She helped me feel so at ease during our wedding planning and the process was so much easier. I couldn’t have done it without her!
Thank you so much for making sure our day was one we will never forget! Would recommend her to plan any event!
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Brianna and Bert
MaryKate and her team are exceptional! She made the entire wedding planning process easy to manage and was super helpful in vendor recommendations / guidance. Her team helped make our wedding day perfect and stress free. The eye for details and timelines is unmatched and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. We would highly recommend MaryKate and her team to all of our friends and family!
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Allyson and Ryan
We are so grateful and appreciative of everything you did for us. From being so creative to being so thoughtful in the wedding gift you got us, we could not have been luckier to have had someone like you be there with us for our big day. The day could not have been more perfect and we have you to thank for that! It is a day we have still not stopped talking about and one we will remember forever! So thank you, thank you, thank you for everything you did for us!
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Aida and Joey
Marykate was by far the BEST investment we made in our wedding planning! So great to work and collaborate with in the months leading up to the wedding. From our first call to the day of the wedding, her positivity, creative ideas, and organizational skills were clear. Throughout the planning process, she put us at ease and helped us to stay on track and organized. I highly recommend her and her team to any bride looking for a coordinator.
