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Congratulations on your engagement! I am a full scale wedding and event planner with over 20 years of experience in the event industry. In my career I have had the honor of being involved in more than 2,000 weddings and over 5,000 social, corporate and charity events. I have seen it all, fixed it all and never break a sweat! Over the past two decades, I have run some of the areas most prestigious venues and multi-million dollar catering companies and had the opportunity to spend seasons with decor companies, DJ's, photographers and planners. After deciding to start my own company several years ago, my ultimate dream was fulfilled and now I get to spend every day helping couples like you to create the celebrations of their dreams! Call me today for a free consult, I can't wait to meet you!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$850

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$850

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$1,500

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Mary Jacobs Weddings and Events

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Mary is an exceptionally organized, experienced planner who makes the process smooth and stress-free. She offers top vendor recommendations, clear timelines, and responsive support, and on the wedding day she and her team handle every detail and troubleshoot issues. Couples praise her professionalism, thoughtful touches, and strong value.

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Mary is an exceptionally organized, experienced planner who makes the process smooth and stress-free. She offers top vendor recommendations, clear timelines, and responsive support, and on the wedding day she and her team handle every detail and troubleshoot issues. Couples praise her professionalism, thoughtful touches, and strong value.

Kevin
Kevin Sent on 10/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Worth her weight in gold

Mary made the wedding planning process approachable, was a true north star as we navigated the countless decisions that go into a wedding, and ran our wedding flawlessly on the day of. We truly could not have done it without her and we are very pleased to have worked with her. Thank you Mary!!
S
Stephanie Sent on 09/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Wedding Planner!

Mary was an expert in all categories of our wedding. All of the vendors she suggested were 10/10. She knew our venue in and out and was able to ensure our plans and ultimately our wedding ran beautifully. She supported us from start to finish and we couldn't have done it without her. We would highly recommend her to anyone.
Hayley
Hayley Sent on 09/25/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Book mary!

Booking Mary was the best decision we made for our wedding. From day one (over a year out!) she was the absolute best to work with. Monthly meetings going over absolutely everything and she was always an email away if anything came up. She has wonderful vendor recommendations and is truly so talented at what she does. She's also just an incredible human and we looked forward to chatting with her every month. Our wedding day went so smooth and we were ahead of schedule all day due to Mary's incredible planning. She made the entire wedding planning process fun and took away so much stress. If you're on the fence about booking, but dream about a wonderful planner who has your back from the day you meet her, do yourself the biggest favor and book Mary - you will not regret it.
Ellery
Ellery Sent on 09/12/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best!!


We cannot recommend Mary enough! We found her through our venue and booked her in November 2024 for our August 2026 wedding. From the very beginning, she made the entire planning process feel smooth, manageable, and genuinely stress-free. We met about once a month, and every time we left a meeting, we felt more confident and excited about our wedding. Her knowledge, experience, and attention to detail are truly unmatched.

When wedding week finally arrived, Mary was nothing short of incredible. She never missed a step. From creating detailed timelines and coordinating our many family members to managing all the moving pieces behind the scenes, she made sure everything came together exactly as it should. And on the day of our wedding, it truly did go flawlessly.

But what made working with Mary so special was not just how good she is at what she does, it was how much she genuinely cared about us. Throughout the planning process she became our friend. She always wanted what was best for us, and that came through in every conversation and decision. There were certainly times when I was apprehensive to hear her honest opinion, but looking back, I am so grateful she was willing to redirect some of our ideas when needed. She knew how to keep our vision realistic while making sure everything came together in the best possible way. She was never just telling us what we wanted to hear, she was looking out for us, and that made all the difference.

On our wedding day, Mary and her assistant, Gerri, did absolutely everything. They set everything up, kept everyone on schedule, handled the details, and broke everything down at the end of the night. They were there for anything and everything we needed, allowing us to be fully present and enjoy every moment of our wedding. We never had to worry about what was happening behind the scenes because we knew it was in the best hands.

We feel so lucky that Mary was part of our wedding journey, and we honestly wish every bride could have a Mary in her corner. She helped make our wedding day everything we dreamed it would be, and we will always be grateful for that. If you are considering hiring Mary, do it! You will not regret it!
C
Cassidy Sent on 07/21/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Mary is a Rockstar!

You want Mary to plan your wedding. She makes the planning process fun and stress-free. She’s knowledgeable on all things wedding related, and she made our wedding day beautiful, seamless, and magical. Hire Mary and you will be so happy you did!
Emily
Emily Sent on 06/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Everything Came Together Perfectly with Mary

Mary was an incredible wedding planner to work with. She was attentive to every detail, flexible with our schedule, and always present and engaged throughout the entire process. She worked seamlessly with our other vendors and truly knows her stuff, which made everything feel smooth and well-coordinated. She was also incredibly prepared for anything— whether it was fixing hair or even sewing a dress in the moment. Her professionalism and expertise made the entire experience stress-free, and we couldn’t have asked for someone better to help bring our day together. Truly recommend for the perfect wedding day!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 11/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Mary is your DREAM planner!

Working with Mary Jacobs was the only thing keeping me sane while planning our wedding. She made sure that all we had to do was show up.

During our initial meet in October 2024, we went over what our dream wedding looks like. We initially thought we were going to get married in the spring of 2026, but when we backed it up to November 2025, she said no problem and did the rest.

She found us three venues and we visited two, and when we picked our favorite, everything started falling into place.

Mary found us a venue that caters, a photographer, a DJ, a hair and makeup artist, where to get our suits, and where to get our decorations.

We had meetings every month to go over what to do next and to keep everything on track. She broke everything down into small manageable pieces so we were never overwhelmed.

Mary did all of the coordination with our vendors the whole week leading up to the wedding so all we had to do was show up.

Mary came out the night before with another member of her team, Gerri, to set up at the venue during our rehearsal dinner. We did our rehearsal, and an hour later Mary came down and told us everything was already set up. We didn't lift a finger.

On the day of the wedding is where she really shines. She did everything, and I really mean everything. She made everyone a schedule, she did all the setup, she did all the teardown, and she packed it all into our van without us having to think about anything.

Mary and Gerri stayed with us all day so that both my groom and I had someone all day to keep us on track. During the day, they kept us on track, during the ceremony they coordinated perfectly, and during the reception, she made sure we were having fun! One of her most clutch moments was coordinating with the bar to cut off a family member who became a problem. We didn't even notice.

All we did was show up. Mary Jacobs gave us the perfect wedding and I cannot recommend her enough. She is worth every penny and more.
Sharon
Sharon Sent on 10/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Perfect Day!!

Mary was incredible in orchestrating the months leading up to the wedding & then for the entire day of the wedding! She kept us on track as far as the wedding timeline. She was quick to respond to any questions which was much appreciated especially when the wedding day was near. Nothing but good to say in regards to her professionalism and ability to get the job done :-)
Thank you Mary, Gerri and the rest of the team!
Sharon Cacciola
Ariana
Ariana Sent on 10/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Review fall 2025

My husband and I would recommend Mary to anyone. The venue we chose required a wedding planner and we have never been so grateful! Mary’s prices are extremely reasonable for the services provided. We don’t live in the same state (or even time zone) as Mary and our venue and she was always happy to accommodate the difference to make sure it fit our schedule. She is a world of advice and never led us wrong. Mary is supportive, great with time management, and a joy to be around. On wedding day you’ll find no one more prepared than her. My bustle ripped, there she was with a sowing kit. You name it she’s there for you! We can’t speak highly enough about her and her company, our day went by without a hitch and I know for a fact she is the reason why. Thank you so much Mary & Gerri for all that you do! We love you
J
Jenna Sent on 09/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Planner Around!

Working with MJ was truly one of the highlights of our entire wedding planning experience. From the very beginning (for over a year!) she was incredibly supportive, organized, and easy to work with. She helped us stay on track with monthly meetings and check lists, gave us honest feedback when we needed it, and always had a positive attitude that made the process feel way less overwhelming.

MJ also has amazing relationships with vendors, which made our lives a lot easier. She helped us review contracts, made great recommendations, and asked questions we wouldn’t have even thought of. It’s clear she really knows the wedding world inside and out.

Come wedding weekend, MJ was a total rockstar. She handled all the moving parts behind the scenes so that we could fully enjoy every moment. Things went smoothly (and if they didn’t — we would've never noticed thanks to her!), and we felt so taken care of the entire time.

We seriously can’t recommend MJ enough. If you’re on the fence about hiring a planner or coordinator — do it, and make it MJ. She’s the best!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2026 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Rebecca Gatto Photography Rebecca Gatto Photography Wedding Photographers

To know Mary Jacobs is to love her... to work with her on a wedding is to be completely blown away by how awesome she is! Mary knows all the ins and outs of the wedding industry, since she comes from a background in catering and banquet management. She goes out of her way to make sure every vendor on the team ("friendor," as she likes to put it) is supported and informed. Her focus is on making the day perfect for the couple, and she pursues perfection by being exceptionally kind and detail-oriented. Can't wait to work with her again!

Susan Blackburn Photography Susan Blackburn Photography Wedding Photographers

Mary is the consummate wedding professional. With a variety of experience in all aspects of catering, Mary brings her expertise and caring to every event she works on. She is extremely detail oriented, and it is reflected in her work.

Music Man Entertainment Music Man Entertainment Wedding DJs

Mary ROCKS!! Hire her and your Wedding Dreams will come true! She will take your "Vision" and turn it into "Reality"! Plain & Simple!! I have worked with her for years and she is just PERFECT!! Very creative, cool and the most down to earth person you could ever meet. Love her!

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