Chattanooga Wedding Coordinator

Chattanooga weddings, coordinated with heart.

Chattanooga has become one of the Southeast’s most exciting cities for weddings — and for good reason. Between the downtown industrial-chic venues, the mountain views from Lookout Mountain, and the charming riverfront, there’s a style for every couple here.

I’m Michelle, and I offer partial planning and wedding-day coordination for couples getting married in Chattanooga and the surrounding area. I’m based in North Georgia, which means Chattanooga is well within my service area — no hefty travel fees, and I’m close enough to be there whenever you need me.

Why hire a wedding coordinator for your Chattanooga wedding?

You’ve done the hard work — finding the venue, choosing vendors, planning the menu. But on the wedding day itself, things move fast. Someone needs to make sure the florist arrives on time, the DJ has the right playlist cued up, and your timeline doesn’t fall behind.

That’s where I come in. I’m there for consultations whenever you want them while you plan, then I run your wedding day, handle any surprises, and make sure you’re free to enjoy the day you’ve been dreaming about.

Big-city coordination, personal service.

Chattanooga’s wedding industry is thriving, and I love working alongside the talented vendors in this city. Whether your reception is in a restored warehouse downtown, a barn with mountain views, or an elegant ballroom, I’ll make sure everyone is on the same page and everything flows smoothly.

I’m also comfortable working across state lines — coordinating Tennessee and Georgia vendors is something I’ve done before, and the logistics don’t faze me one bit.

Many couples in Chattanooga want professional help without hiring a full-service planner. My package gives you exactly that — consultations whenever you want them while you plan, and an experienced professional running your wedding day, for a flat $2,000.

Let’s make your Chattanooga wedding stress-free.

I’d love to hear about your plans. Drop me a message and we’ll chat!

What I do for Chattanooga weddings specifically

Everything I do for North Georgia couples, I do for Chattanooga couples — with a few additions:

State line clarity. I confirm early whether your venue is in Tennessee or Georgia, and make sure your marriage license, vendor contracts, and any permits reflect the right state.
Vendor alignment across two markets. I introduce myself to every vendor on your list — whether they are Chattanooga-based or coming in from North Georgia — and become the single point of contact so nothing falls through the cracks.
Downtown venue logistics. Load-in windows, parking for vendors, elevator access, noise ordinances — I confirm these details in advance so there are no surprises on the day.
Rain plan for Tennessee weather. Chattanooga weather can shift quickly, especially for outdoor venues on Lookout Mountain or along the river. We establish your backup plan well before the wedding day.

The venue coordinator gap

Most Chattanooga venues have on-site staff who manage their space. What they do not do is manage your timeline, cue your wedding party, or be your personal point of contact. That gap is exactly what I fill.

Popular venues in Chattanooga

The Chattanooga area has an impressive range of wedding venues. A few that stand out:

The Read House Hotel — A landmark downtown hotel with a stunning ballroom and the convenience of on-site guest rooms — a classic choice for elegant indoor weddings.
Hunter Museum of American Art — Perched on the bluffs overlooking the Tennessee River, with modern architecture and some of the best views in the city.
The Turnbull Building — A beautifully restored downtown space with exposed brick, tall windows, and industrial charm.
Howe Farms — A 350-acre property in Georgetown with seven different venue spaces, weekend-stay packages, and room for up to 400 guests.
Tennessee River Place — A 130-acre working farm with river frontage and a European-style villa that can seat up to 300.
Candie’s Creek Farm — A modern white barn venue on a ridge with incredible sunset views — a fresh take on country charm.
Covey Creek Farm — Right off I-75 in Rossville, GA (just across the state line). Easy Georgia country charm with new improvements every season.

If you’re getting married at any of these — or anywhere else in the area — I’d love to help coordinate your day.

Questions about Chattanooga weddings

How far in advance should I book a coordinator?
Most couples reach out 6 to 12 months before their wedding, but it is never too late. If your date is open on my calendar, I would love to work with you.

What does your coordination include?
Consultations whenever you want them while you plan, then vendor communication, timeline creation, rehearsal direction, and full wedding day management so you can be present with the people you love. It’s a flat $2,000, with optional travel, decoration and clean-up add-ons. See my full list of services and pricing.

Do I need a wedding coordinator for a Chattanooga wedding?
Most Chattanooga couples benefit from a coordinator because of the added complexity of cross-state logistics (venues on both the Tennessee and Georgia sides of the line), vendors from two markets, and the gap between what venue coordinators cover and what a personal wedding coordinator handles. A venue coordinator manages the space; a wedding coordinator manages your timeline, vendors, and wedding party.

Can a North Georgia wedding coordinator work in Chattanooga?
Yes. Many North Georgia coordinators, including Michelle at Ever Weddings, regularly work on both sides of the Georgia-Tennessee state line. Chattanooga is within easy driving distance of North Georgia, and many vendors and coordinators work across both markets. The state line is not a barrier.

How much does a wedding coordinator cost in Chattanooga, TN?
Michelle Lewis at Ever Weddings charges a flat $2,000 for partial planning plus wedding-day coordination. That includes consultations whenever you want them while you plan, unlimited communication, vendor coordination, timeline creation, rehearsal direction, and full wedding day management. Travel, decoration and clean-up are optional add-ons.

What is the difference between a venue coordinator and a wedding coordinator in Chattanooga?
A venue coordinator manages the venue — their staff, their space, their catering service. A wedding coordinator manages your wedding: your timeline, your vendors, your wedding party, and you personally. Most Chattanooga venues have on-site staff, but they are not responsible for your overall event flow or acting as your personal point of contact on the wedding day.

Planning a Chattanooga wedding?

Chattanooga Wedding Guide: Planning Across the State Line — venues on both sides of the GA/TN border, marriage license requirements, best time of year, and logistics tips.

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What couples say about working with me

“Ever Weddings is the perfect fit for the bride who wants to be very hands on in their planning but needs guidance and all the tools. She was putting out little fires all day so I could focus on what mattered.”

— Mary D.

172 five-star reviews on The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google.

Megan Kistler

Bride

Wedding planning is her job but she clearly works from her heart and has a passion for what she does! It's a rarity that you enjoy your vendor so much that you want to invite their husband to your wedding as well!

She has such a kind heart and is clearly passionate about caring for the well being of the couple throughout the whole wedding planning process. She was polite and considerate about making sure my husband & I's preferences were heard and communicated well.

She made sure we had plenty of quality time together as a couple throughout our wedding day, so that we didn't end up driving away feeling like everything was a blur. (We will forever be grateful for that!)

Kathryn

Mother of Bride

Michelle was the perfect choice for our daughter's wedding. Michelle was always calm yet in control. From the rehearsal throughout the entire wedding day, she made everything easy and stress-free.

Rachelle Patel

Her coordination services are the perfect option for brides who wants to be involved in the planning process but not have to worry about any of the details or execution on the day!

Bao Tran Burns

As someone who was planning my wedding from out of state, it was important for me to find someone I could trust. Michelle was very quick to respond to emails and did a great job communicating with my other vendors so that I did not have to worry about the minor details.

Russell Harper

Groom

Michelle is absolutely amazing. She was incredibly easy to work with throughout the planning process, she went above and beyond in helping us set up the venue, and she kept our wedding running smoothly and stress free for my wife and I.

Sharilyn Harper

Calm, organized, and sincerely caring, Michelle helped me and my husband feel absolutely no stress on the day. She was so patient and friendly, and made everyone feel relaxed, while also keeping tabs of the time to make sure everything was on schedule.

We had her as our day-of-coordinator, but she did so much more than just be our guide on our big day: From taking time to understand our vision, building our timeline, ensuring decorations were situated, making sure the flow of the day was seamless, and most importantly fun!

Alaine Ingram

She handled all my vendors and helped me have a stress free week before the wedding, throughout the rehearsal and all day of the wedding! She did everything while being 8 months pregnant. That is talent.

Kaitie Noller

She was able to plan a last minute switch to an indoor facility when it rained on our wedding day, and I'm completely sure our day would have been ruined (if not completely stressed) without her help.

Alex Devon

Michelle went above and beyond throughout our entire wedding planning process. Her flexibility and problem solving was especially evident when we had to re-plan approximately a month before our wedding date due to COVID-19.

Megan Adkins

Every time we met with Michelle or talked with her on the phone, she immediately brought peace into the conversation and decreased my stress with planning a wedding during COVID.

She gave us all the permission in the world to make sure this day reflected my husband and I's love, and was on top of everything!