€1,200 for a Day-Of Wedding Coordinator: Is It a Good Price?

Q: What does a day-of coordinator actually do?

The name is misleading: good day-of coordination begins one to two months before the wedding. Before the wedding

Q: 7 questions to ask before signing When does your support begin , and how many meetings are included? Do you contact each of my vendors personally ? Until what time do you stay on the wedding day? Do you come alone or with an assistant ? What is your backup plan for rain if part of the wedding is outdoors? Have you worked at my venue before ? What happens if you fall ill on the wedding day? Red flags on a quote No work scheduled prior to the wedding : the coordinator will arrive having to figure everything out on the morning of. No day-of timeline included in the scope of work. Vague working hours (“presence as needed”). No written contract , business registration number, or professional liability insurance. How much should you allocate for coordination in your budget?

Day-of coordination generally accounts for 5% to 8% of an average wedding budget . Based on the average budget of €19,293 reported by Mariages.net, a €1,200 coordination fee represents roughly 6%. 👉 To see where coordination fits into your overall budget , use the Mariable wedding budget calculator . It breaks down your budget category by category, tailored to your criteria. Considering full-service planning instead? Read Is €5,000 for a wedding planner a good price?

Yes, €1,200 is a standard price for day-of coordination in France. Rates most commonly range from €1,000 to €2,000, and up to €3,000 for a highly experienced coordinator or a large wedding. What makes the difference is the preparation work done before the wedding and the number of hours of on-site presence on the big day.

Day-of coordination involves a wedding planner stepping in only for the final stages of planning and the wedding day itself. You planned everything yourself, and you want to enjoy your day instead of managing vendors. Here is what this price covers and how to evaluate your quote.

How much does day-of coordination cost in France?

There is no national survey for this specific service. The prices below are observed ranges in France, based on rates published by wedding planners and specialized guides.

Package	What it generally covers	Observed range
Day-of presence only	No prior preparation, presence for part of the day	€600 to €1,000
Classic day-of coordination	Taking over the file 1 to 2 months prior, presence from setup through the evening reception	€1,000 to €2,000
Coordination with an assistant	Two people on the wedding day, wedding with over 120 guests	€1,500 to €3,000
Two-day coordination	Day before or day after (setup, brunch) included	From €2,000

Observed ranges for 2026-2027, excluding travel expenses.

What does a day-of coordinator actually do?

The name is misleading: good day-of coordination begins one to two months before the wedding.

Before the wedding

One or two meetings to review everything you have organized.
Reviewing vendor contracts and contacting each vendor directly.
Building the minute-by-minute day-of timeline and sending it to all vendors.
Often, a site visit to the venue.

On the wedding day

On-site presence from morning setup until the first dance, sometimes later.
Welcoming and coordinating all vendors, ensuring the schedule is kept.
Handling unexpected issues: delays, sudden rain, a vendor who cannot find the entrance.
Acting as the single point of contact, so no one comes to ask you where the extension cords are.

After the wedding

Sometimes, overseeing teardown and rental returns.

What factors affect the price of day-of coordination?

Advance preparation work: simple presence on the wedding day costs less than a thorough handover of your planning file.
Hours on-site: staying until dinner, or until 2 AM.
Number of guests and vendors: the more there are, the more coordination is required, sometimes necessitating an assistant.
The venue: an estate that needs to be furnished from scratch requires more work on the day.
The experience and geographic location of the coordinator.

€1,200: a good price or not? The Mariable guide

Your quote for day-of coordination	What to think of it
Under €800	Possible for a coordinator just starting out or for limited hours. Make sure advance preparation is actually included, not just presence on the day.
Between €1,000 and €2,000	This is the standard rate for day-of coordination by a professional. Compare the advance work, the hours of presence, and whether an assistant is included.
Over €2,000	Justified for a large wedding, a two-person team, multiple days, or a highly experienced coordinator.

At €1,200 with handover preparation and full-day presence, you are right within the average, and it is actually a fairly good price.

Reviewing a day-of coordination quote: how to read it line by line?

Want a second opinion on your quote before signing? First, make sure it includes these details.

A good day-of coordination quote specifies:

the start date of the service (1 month, 2 months prior?);
the number of planning meetings and the venue walkthrough;
creation of the day-of timeline and sharing it with vendors;
hours of presence on the wedding day;
number of staff on-site (solo or with an assistant);
travel, meal, and lodging expenses;
the rate for additional hours;
deposit, payment schedule, and cancellation or rescheduling terms.

When comparing two quotes, look at the work done before the wedding. A €900 quote with no preliminary meetings may offer less value than a €1,300 quote that thoroughly takes over your planning file.

7 questions to ask before signing

When does your support begin, and how many meetings are included?
Do you contact each of my vendors personally?
Until what time do you stay on the wedding day?
Do you come alone or with an assistant?
What is your backup plan for rain if part of the wedding is outdoors?
Have you worked at my venue before?
What happens if you fall ill on the wedding day?

Red flags on a quote

No work scheduled prior to the wedding: the coordinator will arrive having to figure everything out on the morning of.
No day-of timeline included in the scope of work.
Vague working hours (“presence as needed”).
No written contract, business registration number, or professional liability insurance.

How much should you allocate for coordination in your budget?

Day-of coordination generally accounts for 5% to 8% of an average wedding budget. Based on the average budget of €19,293 reported by Mariages.net, a €1,200 coordination fee represents roughly 6%.

👉 To see where coordination fits into your overall budget, use the Mariable wedding budget calculator. It breaks down your budget category by category, tailored to your criteria.

Considering full-service planning instead? Read Is €5,000 for a wedding planner a good price?

Mariable’s take

At Mariable, we prefer helping you understand what you are buying rather than just telling you what to spend.

Day-of coordination is the service that gives you your day back. Without it, the bride, her mother, or her best friend usually ends up managing vendor delays and questions. For a wedding with more than 60 guests and multiple vendors, it is rarely money wasted.

To help your coordinator take over seamlessly in just a few hours, keep everything in one place: vendors, contacts, contracts, and schedule. That is exactly what the Mariable app is built for: your wedding day timeline stays up to date and can be shared via a single link with your coordinator and your vendors.

FAQ

How much does day-of coordination cost?

In France, day-of coordination most often costs between €1,000 and €2,000, which includes reviewing your planning file one to two months prior and full-day presence on the day itself. It can reach up to €3,000 for a large wedding or a two-person coordination team.

How do I know if my day-of coordination quote is fair?

Check three things: the price falls within the typical range (€1,000 to €2,000), the preparation work and on-site hours are clearly documented in writing, and creating the day-of timeline is included. If all three criteria are met, your quote is sound.

What is the difference between a wedding planner and a day-of coordinator?

A full wedding planner guides you through the entire planning process, often for a year or more. A day-of coordinator steps in to review what you have planned one to two months before the wedding and manages the logistics on the day itself.

When should I book a day-of coordinator?

3 to 6 months before the wedding, and even earlier for a Saturday in June or September: reputable coordinators can only take on one wedding per day.

Can the reception venue handle the coordination?

Some venues have an event manager or head waiter, but their scope is usually restricted to the venue facilities and in-house catering. Ask specifically what they oversee: do they manage external vendors, the ceremony timeline, or decoration?

Summary

€1,200 is a standard price for day-of coordination. The typical range runs from €1,000 to €2,000.
Quality coordination begins one to two months before the wedding.
Compare quotes based on advance preparation and hours of on-site presence.
This is the service that allows you to truly enjoy your day.

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