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Grant and Kaylea celebrated their marriage with a classic St. Augustine wedding at The Treasury on the Plaza. Their timeless white, ivory, gold, and greenery palette, meaningful first look, and inclusive “good luck toss” created a day that felt both elegant and distinctly personal.
Christie and Jaxon's love story began at TPC Sawgrass, making it the perfect place to exchange vows. Their classic pink-and-white celebration also showed why every Northeast Florida wedding needs a thoughtful rain plan and an experienced team ready to carry it out.
One of the first questions couples ask when considering professional wedding planning is, “How much does a wedding planner cost?”
The honest answer is that wedding planner pricing in Jacksonville, Florida, varies considerably. The final cost depends on the planner’s experience, the services included, the size and complexity of the wedding, and how much support you need throughout the planning process.
Mariel and Cody celebrated their May wedding at TPC Sawgrass with a romantic garden design in pale blue, sage green, and soft pink. Their day included a curved outdoor ceremony, cocktails on the lawn, a plated ballroom reception, sunset portraits, late-night treats, and a sparkler exit by golf cart. First Coast Weddings and Events coordinated each transition so the couple and their 85 guests could enjoy a smooth, personal celebration from beginning to end.
Taylor and Nick celebrated with a timeless coastal-blue wedding at TPC Sawgrass featuring elegant florals, custom details, live entertainment, and expert Jacksonville wedding coordination.
One of the most common questions we hear from couples planning weddings in Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach, Amelia Island, and Northeast Florida is: "Do I need a wedding planner, or is wedding day coordination enough?"
The answer depends on how much guidance you want throughout your engagement and how involved you want to be in the planning process.
Olivia and Zack celebrated their wedding weekend with a welcome party at Private 131 in Jacksonville Beach followed by a beautiful wedding day at Jacksonville Golf & Country Club. Featuring a timeless blue and white color palette and custom-designed printed materials created by the bride, the celebration was filled with thoughtful personal touches.
There is something undeniably timeless about a wedding in historic St. Augustine. With centuries-old architecture, cobblestone streets, and the charm of America’s oldest city surrounding every moment, this celebration felt both elegant and deeply romantic from beginning to end.
Spring weddings in Ponte Vedra Beach have a way of feeling effortlessly romantic. With gentle breezes, blooming florals, and the soft glow of Florida sunshine, this celebration captured everything couples love about the season. From timeless details to meaningful moments shared with family and friends, every part of the day felt elegant, joyful, and beautifully personal.
Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting seasons in life, but it can also feel overwhelming without the right guidance. After more than two decades of planning weddings throughout Northeast Florida, we have seen just about everything. The good news is that most wedding planning challenges are completely avoidable with a little foresight and the right support.
If you are recently engaged and beginning the planning process, here are some of the most common wedding planning mistakes, and how to avoid them.
A black and white wedding will always feel timeless, but when it is thoughtfully layered with modern details and set against one of Jacksonville’s most iconic backdrops, it becomes something truly unforgettable. This celebration at Epping Forest Yacht Club is the perfect example of how classic style and intentional planning come together to create a wedding day that feels both elegant and effortless.
There is something undeniably special about a January wedding in Northeast Florida. The pace slows, the light softens, and when the temperatures dip, it creates an atmosphere that feels a little more intimate and intentional. Madeleine and Scott’s wedding day was the perfect example of how thoughtful planning and a strong vendor team can turn even the coldest day into something truly beautiful.
If you are planning a wedding in Jacksonville or Northeast Florida, chances are your venue includes a “venue coordinator.” On the surface, it sounds like everything is covered. One person, one point of contact, one less thing to worry about.
But recently, we have seen a situation come up more than once. A couple plans their entire wedding assuming the venue coordinator will guide them through the process, only to find out shortly before the wedding that their contact is no longer with the venue.
And suddenly, they are left asking an important question: who is actually coordinating our wedding?
Planning a wedding in Jacksonville, FL is an exciting milestone. From waterfront venues along the St. Johns River to historic churches in downtown Jacksonville and coastal celebrations in Ponte Vedra Beach, Northeast Florida offers an incredible backdrop for saying “I do.” But behind every beautiful wedding is thoughtful planning, trusted experience, and steady guidance.
At First Coast Weddings and Events, we believe weddings should feel timeless, personal, and beautifully organized. For more than two decades, we have helped couples across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida plan celebrations that reflect who they are while honoring the traditions that matter most.
Planning a wedding is an exciting season, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially when you begin deciding which professionals to invite into the process. For couples planning a Jacksonville wedding, choosing a wedding planner is one of the most important decisions you will make, as this person becomes your guide, advocate, and calm presence throughout the journey. It is only natural to have questions before taking that step. From understanding services and investment to knowing what support truly looks like behind the scenes, these are the questions we hear most often from brides and grooms as they consider working with a wedding planner.
