Month-Of Coordinator vs. Venue Coordinator: What’s the Difference (and Why You Might Need Both)
Planning a wedding comes with a lot of moving parts, and a lot of titles that sound surprisingly similar. One of the most common questions I hear from couples is:
“If my venue has a coordinator, do I still need a month-of wedding coordinator?”
The short answer? Yes! If you want someone who’s fully focused on you and your vision. Let’s break down the difference between a venue coordinator and a month-of coordinator so you can make the best decision for your big day.
What Does a Venue Coordinator Do?
A venue coordinator is a valuable part of your wedding team, but their role is specific to the venue itself. Their main responsibility is to ensure the venue’s operations run smoothly and that their staff is aligned with your event schedule.
A venue coordinator typically handles:
Opening and closing the venue
Overseeing in-house catering and bar services (if applicable)
Managing venue-provided rentals like tables and chairs
Coordinating the venue’s staff
Ensuring the space is clean, safe, and ready for your event
Their focus is the venue. While they may be helpful and responsive, they’re not responsible for managing your outside vendors, personal décor, or the flow of your entire wedding day.
What Does a Month-Of Wedding Coordinator Do?
A month-of coordinator (like me!) steps in about 4–6 weeks before your wedding to bring all your plans together and ensure EVERY detail is executed exactly how you envisioned.
A month-of coordinator typically handles:
Reviewing your vendor contracts and confirming final details
Creating a comprehensive wedding day timeline - this is essential
Coordinating your ceremony rehearsal
Managing setup of personal décor (signage, favors, detail tables, etc.)
Queueing the ceremony and keeping the day on schedule
Troubleshooting behind the scenes so you can stay present and stress-free
My focus is you. Your vision, your vendors, your timeline, and your peace of mind.
Why You Might Need Both
Think of it this way:
Your venue coordinator ensures the space is ready and the venue’s team is on track.
Your month-of coordinator ensures you are ready, and that every detail you’ve planned is executed with care.
Together, we make a dream team. But only one of us is going to pin your veil, cue your music, and make sure your grandma gets to her seat on time.
Final Thoughts: Do You Need a Month-Of Coordinator?
If you’ve already done the planning but want to actually enjoy your wedding day (without being the go-to person for every question), a month-of coordinator is your best friend.
You deserve to be fully present on your wedding day, not managing a timeline or answering vendor texts.
Ready to hand off the clipboard?
Click here to schedule your coordination consult and let’s bring your vision to life, stress-free.
