Event By Dawn

Service levels: Partial planning

Team size: 1 – 3

About Event By Dawn

Event By Dawn

Head Planner

At Event by Dawn, I’ve spent over 10 years helping couples bring their wedding dreams to life. I’m here to guide you through the planning process, making it as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. I love working closely with you to create a day that reflects your unique vision, and I’m happy to tailor my packages to fit your budget and needs. From start to finish, I’ll ensure your wedding day is seamless, personal, and unforgettable.

I pride myself on being easy-going and down-to-earth, making your wedding planning stress-free and focused entirely on your vision. I love helping couples save money where it matters. Having worked alongside many amazing wedding vendors, I can help guide you to the perfect match for your day. I stay calm under pressure and I'm very detail-oriented, my passion is bringing your dream wedding to life, the way you’ve envisioned it.

In three words: Calm, Confident, Honest

Services by planning level

Service included in starting price
Service available for an extra cost
Partial planningDay-of coordination / wedding management
Description

At I am with you every step of the way, ensuring your event is beautifully planned and seamlessly executed.

Planning begins12 Months out3 Months out
Contract Review
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Budget Planning
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Management
Rentals & Linens
PricingStarts at $3,700Starts at $3,500

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  • We love working with Dawn!

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    •Olana H.•Jan 29

    Working with Event By Dawn is an absolute pleasure. Dawn’s communication style is relaxed, understanding, and effective. The quality of her work and value provided is unmatched - she is prepared, thorough, and incredibly efficient. Dawn and her team bring a wealth of experience, are highly insightful, and demonstrate impressive creativity. It's such a breath of fresh air to work with a planner who stays calm in the midst of high intensity weddings. Dawn always has a smile on her face and treats the vendors very well, which means a lot to us.

    Response from vendor•Jan 29, 2025
    Your kind words truly mean the world to me. It’s always a joy working alongside talented and dedicated vendors like you. Creating a seamless and enjoyable experience for both couples and vendors is so important to me, and I’m grateful to be part of such an amazing community. Looking forward to many more weddings together!

  • You can't go wrong with Dawn!

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    •Sarah R.•Jan 26

    Dawn is an awesome person to have on your team! She's calm, collected, dedicated, and she just knows how to get things done. Not only is Dawn a powerhouse of a planner, she's also a lovely person and is so easy to get along with. She's always on top of everything, and makes it so that you can actually enjoy your wedding day without having to worry about any hiccups. Whatever you may need, Dawn will have your back!

    Response from vendor•Jan 28, 2025
    Sarah, Thank you so much for your kind words! It means so much to hear that. I always strive to make every wedding day as seamless and enjoyable as possible, and I'm so grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such amazing people like you. Here's to many more wonderful celebrations together! -Dawn-

  • Professional & Perfectly Attentive to Every Detail

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    •LC•Jan 24

    I work in the wedding industry and I have worked with Dawn on many weddings, and am always so impressed by her professionalism and expertise that I knew she was the perfect choice to coordinate my sister's wedding. She exceeded every expectation! From flawless organization and clear communication to creative problem-solving, Dawn handled every detail with grace and precision. She kept everything on schedule, managed vendors seamlessly, and brought my sister’s wedding vision to life. Her calm demeanor and attention to detail made the day stress-free and magical. Thanks to her, we could fully enjoy the day, knowing everything was in the best hands. I highly recommend Dawn for any event—she’s truly a gem in the wedding industry! A delightful bonus: she also captured a few snapshots/videos of the set up, decor, and charcuterie station that the photographers missed before the guests arrived, that we totally appreciated!

    Response from vendor•Jan 24, 2025
    Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! It was an honor to coordinate your sister's wedding and I'm thrilled to hear the day was everything you envisioned. Your kind words and recommendation mean so much! I’m grateful to have been part of such a special celebration! -Dawn-

  • Professional, kind and knowledgeable!

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    •Hylary L.•Jan 24

    We are wedding florists who have worked with Dawn many times and we are always thrilled when she is the coordinator because we know the event will be a success! Dawn is a very knowledgeable, helpful and kind coordinator who isn't overly aggressive in her vendor management, but is always there just when you need her help our guidance. Dawn helps facilitate events at many venues where an understanding of complex logistics is required and always does a wonderful job. We love working with Dawn and always recommend her to our clients.

    Response from vendor•Jan 28, 2025
    Hylary, thank you so much for your kind words! I truly enjoy working with you and your talented team, and I’m always so excited when my clients book you. Your stunning floral designs elevate every event, and I deeply value the trust and collaboration we’ve built over the years. It’s such an honor to create these beautiful moments together!

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