5th Avenue Weddings & Events
Full-service wedding planning and coordination for New York ceremonies and receptions.
5th Avenue Weddings & Events executes weddings across New York with a full-service planning approach that covers vendor sourcing, design, logistics, and day-of direction. The team manages every phase from initial concept through ceremony execution, handling the coordination layers that allow couples to stay engaged without managing timelines themselves. With a 5/5 rating across 16 reviews, the firm has demonstrated consistent delivery in one of the country's most competitive wedding markets.
Save 5th Avenue Weddings & Events, and it's on your wedding.
Everything you save lands on your own Aisle plan, a private page for the two of you. Send the link to your partner, your parents, your maid of honour, and they see the same shortlist, the same photographs, the same dates. No forwarding screenshots.
Booking one wedding planner is easy.
Booking a whole wedding abroad isn't.
This wedding planner sits beside your venue and the rest of the team, one page you own.
Send the same dates to several vendors at once. Replies land in a single thread.
A real person checks availability and chases paperwork while you enjoy the good part.
Services
Hiring a wedding planner in New York, NY
Why a local planner is essential
Planning a wedding remotely in New York, NY without someone local is extremely difficult. A planner who works in the area regularly knows the venues, the reliable vendors, local regulations, and how to navigate language barriers and cultural expectations. They handle logistics you can't manage from abroad.
What to budget
Destination wedding planners typically charge $3,000–$15,000+ depending on the scope. Full-service planning (venue sourcing through day-of execution) is at the higher end. Many couples planning destination weddings find that the planner saves them money overall by avoiding costly mistakes and negotiating local vendor rates.
Questions to ask before booking
How many weddings have you planned in this specific area? Do you handle legal paperwork and permits? What's your vendor network like? Will you be present on the wedding day? How do you handle communication across time zones? What's your contingency plan for weather or vendor no-shows?
When to book
Book your planner first, ideally 12–18 months before the wedding. They'll guide every other vendor decision and help you avoid common destination wedding pitfalls.
Questions couples ask
What does your full planning service include?+
Full planning covers vendor research and booking, design and décor planning, budget management, timeline creation, and day-of coordination to execute your wedding from start to finish.
Do you work with venues across New York?+
Yes, 5th Avenue Weddings & Events coordinates with venues throughout New York City and the surrounding area, leveraging relationships built across Manhattan and beyond.
How far in advance should we book?+
Contact the team directly at http://www.5thavenueweddings.com/ to discuss your timeline and availability based on your desired wedding date.
Can you handle day-of coordination only?+
Yes, the firm offers day-of coordination services for couples who have already planned their wedding and need professional execution and timeline management on the day itself.