About this vendor
Mandi Friedrich has been creating and planning events for the past 20 years, servicing events from Long Island to Florida. At Iconic Events by Mandi, the philosophy is simple--we create, you celebrate!
Iconic Events by Mandi specializes in the following Weddings:
Vineyard
Loft
Barn
Backyard
Catering Venue
and all Off-Premise Events
Details
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
- Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
- Day-Of Coordination
- Destination Wedding Planning
- Full Service Wedding Planning
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Bachelor Party
- Bachelorette Party
Awards and Affiliations
2-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.
Best of Weddings
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Mandi is truly so wonderful to work with, and we're incredibly grateful she was the day-of coordinator for our wedding! She is incredibly organized and responsive, and made putting...
together all the final details of our wedding day so seamless! She is also such a kind, uplifting, and calming presence during what could feel like a totally overwhelming time! We felt like we were in such good hands the whole way. Throughout the wedding day, she was in the background ensuring that every detail was taken care of - allowing us to fully enjoy the guests and the dance floor! (She even grabbed us food throughout the night to ensure we got to eat!) We cannot recommend Iconic Events by Mandi enough!!!
Mandi is an amazing event coordinator. She helped plan my son’s wedding and was so lovely to work with throughout the many months of planning and very organized. She was tireless i...
n making sure our vision became a reality! We had a very detailed tablescape and floral vision and Mandi made sure everything was just as we wanted. Most of all, she was patient and calm - which helped the day go off without a hitch. You can trust Mandi with one of the most important days in your family’s life and really get to enjoy yourself.
Mandi was incredible. The second we booked her all the wedding stress floated off my shoulders. She helped manage and confirm vendors, dealt with personalities on the wedding day, ...
made sure things kept moving and was always on top of things.
Her help before the wedding calming our nerves and building our itinerary was priceless to us. She also attended our final venue walk through to understand our vision and help bring it to life. She also drove very far to attend our rehearsal dinner to help facilitate a rehearsal with our wedding party which helped calm a lot of nerves. I can’t recommend hiring Mandi enough, she basically took on all our stress of the day which allowed us to enjoy getting married!!!! Would HIGHLY recommend!!!!
Mandi was my life savior for my wedding. Not only is she so organized, but she is the sweetest person on this planet. She contacted all vendors leading up to the wedding to come up...
with the most detailed itinerary. She met with me at my venue before the wedding to get my vision for the day and was so receptive throughout the whole planning process. The day of she stopped by where I was getting ready and even contacted a vendor she noticed was running late since I was so preoccupied with getting ready. She is an angel and if you need that extra set of hands to make you feel more organized and to take away any stress on the day of your wedding, she is your girl!!!
I can't even begin to describe how amazing Mandi was. We hired her as her our day of coordinator and it was the best decision we made. Day of I was able to relax and she made sure ...
everything was were it needed to be and looked exactly how I pictured it. She made sure we never went without food or drink the whole night. I can't recommend Mandi enough! She made sure we had the best day ever.
From the first call with Mandi to after the wedding I knew I was going to be in good hands. There was not one aspect of wedding planning that Mandi did not partake in, was too busy...
to help with or unavailable to provide her professional advise with. Mandi provided a sense of calmness to myself, my mom and bridal party throughout the day so were were truly able to be present and enjoy the day. When people say your wedding day goes by so quick, it really does and because of Mandi I was able to enjoy every second of being surrounded by our friends and family. I am very type A and handing over the control of the most important day was difficult at first but with Mandi I knew my wedding binder would not only come to life and be exactly what i envisioned but exceeded. I cannot recommend Mandi and her team enough and from the bottom of mine and my family's heart thank you!
Working with Mandi as our wedding coordinator was one of the best decisions we made throughout the entire planning process. From the very beginning, she was warm, responsive, and i...
ncredibly easy to talk to. She immediately made us feel supported, listened to, and understood—and that never changed, even as the details and stress of planning added up. She remembered every small note we mentioned along the way and made sure they were taken care of beautifully. We had a tented wedding at a non-tradition wedding location so we had to bring in every vendor, place every object, and plan every detail. It was no small task and was a lot to manage, but Mandi did it with care and attention to detail.
We are so grateful for Mandi's dedication, kindness, and expertise. Our wedding day was everything we hoped it would be, and we truly couldn’t have done it without her. If you're lucky enough to have Mandi on your team, know you're in the most capable and caring hands.
We also worked with Beth who was onsite for our wedding day. She stepped in and handled everything with such calm, capable professionalism that we were able to fully enjoy our day without being pulled into the inevitable behind-the-scenes issues. There were a few unexpected hiccups (as there always are with weddings), but Beth handled each one quickly, quietly, and with such grace that we didn’t even know anything had gone wrong until after the fact—and by then, she had already solved it. Her ability to think on her feet and keep everything moving smoothly was truly impressive. Beth took care of all the details, big and small, and gave us the incredible gift of being able to just be present on our wedding day.
Overall, we can’t recommend their service enough!
We can’t say enough good things about Mandi! She is truly amazing—bubbly, sweet, caring, and so good at what she does. Although she’s technically a day-of coordinator, she went abo...
ve and beyond for us. About six months before the wedding, she met with us to go over all of our vendors and start building an incredibly detailed timeline for the day. From the very first meeting, she felt like family. It was comfortable and easy—not at all like a formal business meeting.
On the wedding day itself, she was phenomenal. She met me at the hotel to make sure I was okay and had everything I needed, and she also checked in on my husband and the guys. When it (unfortunately) rained and our original plan for outdoor first looks was at risk, she actually went to the venue ahead of time to find an area where we could still do them outside without getting soaked.
She worked seamlessly with the venue staff to keep everything running smoothly, especially with all of my little personal details that were important to me. Throughout the entire planning process, she stayed in constant touch with us, making sure nothing fell through the cracks.
You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and it makes all the difference. In fact, three of my friends have already booked her after seeing how incredible she was at our wedding! She also has a tent rental business we’re excited to use in the future. Mandi is truly the best, and we’re so grateful we had her by our side on our big day.
We hired Mandi and Beth for our May wedding in my parent's backyard with weeks to spare and it was one of the best decisions we made! It's clear Mandi and Beth both had so much exp...
erience coordinating backyard weddings - they came and did a walkthrough of the yard with us and thought of things we wouldn't have, coordinated seamlessly with our vendors, and helped us come up with a plan B in case the rain in the forecast came through. A bonus? They are the most lovely sister duo who took the stress out of the experience and made it so much more fun! A home wedding means the whole family is involved, and every member of my family at one point said to me "thank God for Beth!" Beth was our day of coordinator and she was by far the MVP! She was there every single time we even thought we might need something, she absolutely went above and beyond and made every single moment even more special - she even ran into my parents' house and made pasta for a vegan guest during the reception! If you're on the fence about whether you need a coordinator (like I was) - give them a call!
We loved working with Mandi! She made an excellent timeline and was a lifesaver all day for our wedding. She’s the nicest and we recommend!!
Mandi was an absolute dream to work with! We had quite the project to task someone with and she took it and ran! With so many last-minute pop-ups, she stayed calm, organized, and m...
ade everything come together seamlessly. Her quick thinking, clear communication, and attention to detail were exactly what we needed. The event turned out beautifully, and we couldn't be happier. Highly recommend the sweetest, most caring Mandi!
Mandi is a superstar! From our initial call she went above and beyond our expectations for a day-of coordinator. We had an outdoor venue, with little to no furniture provided, and ...
Mandi was able to coordinate and assist with setup of all furniture and decor! Her communication is on point. Her shock in response to us expressing our utmost gratitude for her help on our big day shows you just how professional she is, and her job comes to her with ease. Book with Mandi if you want a kind, understanding, communicative and professional planner, who allows you to enjoy every moment of your day, without a second thought!
We initially tried planning our wedding on our own and quickly became overwhelmed with all that needed to be done.
Mandi was the best decision we made during our wedding planning...
and she made sure everything went smoothly without a hitch leading up to the event and coordinating the day of, guiding us through many decisions, catching details we haven't thought of, and ensuring all vendors were working together. In fact, she has a vast network of trusted vendors she recommended, who were all great.
She didn't let anything fall out of place, gave us peace of mind, went above and beyond, and enabled us to enjoy our day without having to worry about thing. 100% would recommend for any event you are planning.
Six months before our wedding, our original planner quit the business, and we were in a complete panic. That’s when we found Mandi—our true blessing! In just six months, she accomp...
lished more than our previous planner did in 1.5 years. She hit the ground running, and hiring her was the best decision I made for my wedding (my husband being the second!).
Mandi didn't just dive into logistics—she took the time to really get to know us as individuals and as a couple. Her approach was thoughtful and intentional, truly listening to what we envisioned for our day. I interviewed other planners, but none compared to Mandi’s sensitivity, creativity, and personal investment in making our wedding special. She wasn’t just a planner; she became our confidant, advisor, and creative partner, making the entire planning process not only stress-free but genuinely enjoyable.
Mandi’s creative eye and meticulous attention to detail ensured that our wedding was extraordinary. Her team was equally exceptional, earning compliments from our guests and family for their kindness, professionalism, and calm presence. I was so proud to have Iconic Events and Mandi by our side, and I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Mandi made our wedding an unforgettable experience, and we are forever grateful for her hard work and dedication. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything you’ve done to make our day so special!
We hired Mandi a few months before our wedding and she was phenomenal! Mandi was extremely professional and helped make our wedding day amazing. She was calm and responsive the who...
le day! She created an easy to follow timeline, coordinated with all our vendors, and make sure our ceremony went smoothly! With Mandi, you are in good hands. Highly recommend working with her!
Mandi was incredible to work with! She has amazing energy and really knows how to make sure your day runs smoothly
If you are having a DIY wedding, a backyard wedding, anything where you have to bring in most of the vendors and staff? Hire a DOC and make sure it is Mandi. She was by far the bes...
t vendor hire we made. Truly the MVP of the day (besides us). I’m a pretty organized person, but I could not be on site for the set up and take down and knew I needed someone who could get it all done for me. I hired Mandi about 3 months out for Day Of services. She checked in on me so much more often than I expected, and even when I had a question outside of her DOC duties, she gave me tips and ideas for locations when I needed them. And the day of? She was worth her weight in gold and then some! I had zero anxiety on our wedding day because I knew Mandi was there taking care of it. She gave us such peace of mind at our very DIY wedding. What a gift she was. Hire her!!!
There aren’t enough words to describe how amazing Madi is. She is a literal angel that puts her all into her job because she genuinely enjoys what she does and making sure her clie...
nts have the best experience possible. Mandi was only a “day of” coordinator but she was with me and there for me the second we booked (over a year out!). When my SIL drop out of the wedding the week of Mandi did everything for me- contacted vendors to change counts, came up with modifications, and provided me comfort and support during a very stressful time. She came with me to both my final details and favor/walk through appointments. She is the most organized person ever as well. She was on top of every single detail and made sure each vendor executed them. The day of it ended up raining so we needed to make some last minute changes and she took care of all of it for me. I swear she was more upset about the rain than me, all because she wanted me to have my perfect day! One of the most helpful things I didnt even consider until the day of was that she was able to hold onto all of our tips for me and give them to the respective vendors so I didnt need to stop partying to make payments. I literally could write on and on about her. I cant recommend her enough, especially if you have a larger bridal party! The timeline she gave me for the day was literally something conjured up from my type A dreams.
Absolutely LOVE Mandi. She has been so much more than just a DOC. She has been in contact with me since I booked (more than a year out from my date) and has been here for me every ...
step of the way. She goes ABOVE and BEYOND for all of her clients. She responds so quickly and has been so great at communicating and humoring every single question of mine (big or small and silly). She made me feel so eased during the entire wedding process. Not only is she amazing at her job and making sure your day goes smoothly but she does it with the biggest smile on her face. She truly loves her job and making her clients happy and you can see it in her work. She was so detailed oriented and brought up things I wouldn’t have even thought to ask! It has been an absolute delight to work with her and I would recommend her to anyone in a heart beat!
I could not be more grateful for Mandi. Not only did she coordinate my wedding day, she also helped me tremendously leading up to my big day. Mandi was always a phone call, email, ...
or text away. She was always quick to answer and offer her best advice. Mandi was nothing but accommodating to our needs and was always willing to listen and support us in any way possible. Unfortunately, it rained on my wedding day. I called Mandi multiple times the week of my wedding in tears and she was so empathetic and quick to calm me down. Even in the tropical storm, Mandi was hustling in and out of my house to make my vision and dream wedding become a reality. If you are planning a backyard wedding like I did, please let Mandi coordinate your day for you. Sit back, relax, and let Mandi make your day unforgettable like she made mine!!!
Words cannot express how grateful my mother and I am for Mandi. I can't recommend her enough to any couple seeking a relaxing, hiccup-free wedding experience.
Mandi offered valua...
ble advice while respecting our unique vision and preferences. Her wealth of knowledge in the industry is unparalleled - she effortlessly coordinated with vendors, managed the timeline, and ensured everything ran smoothly.
Her impeccable organizational skills made a significant difference - especially because I consider myself quite disorganized! We were able to relax and fully immerse ourselves in the celebration, knowing that Mandi had everything under control. Thank you so much Mandi, we love you!
Mandi was absolutely fantastic. We can’t say enough positive things. Mandi was super organized and on the day of We did not have to think about or do which is saying a lot becaus...
e we had a backyard wedding and it was ALL DIY. Mandi put all the decor together, made all of the centerpieces and basically made all of the decisions on how to decorate with what we had. She provided a great list of vendors that we ended up using many of and ran the entire day so smoothly. I would 1000000% recommend Mandi for any party, especially a wedding. Thank you so much for a perfect day xoxo
Let me just say:
I would not have been able to have the most memorable, enjoyable, and stress free wedding day if it were not for Mandi. I. Would. Not. Have.
This woman single han...
dedly ensured that every little thing that had to happen to make the day smooth, happened, and happened without anyone even noticing.
James and I had a lot going on regarding family surrounding the day, and Mandi took it upon herself to not only make sure that we were comfortable and had everything we needed; but she really went above and beyond to constantly be this beacon of happiness and positivity that we will never forget. I am eternally grateful for her help and her genuine support.
Also, those little things you need, that you had no idea you needed? Cake stand? Cake knife? Rain plan? Extra place settings? Pep talk at 10:00 PM via email or text message because you don't know if you got enough linens? Yeah- she's got it covered. Mandi is the definition of professional. We are blessed to have had the chance to work with her, and you should be too!
Mandi was truly a pleasure to work with!! If you are in need of a event planner that is extremely easy to work with and is willing to go above a beyond for her clients then Mandi i...
s the women for you!
She made my day a million times easier and completely worry free.I never felt as if my vision for my big day would be unfulfilled.
I will be recommending her to everyone. 5/5 Stars is not enough :)
I had Mandi strictly for the morning of my wedding, leading up to the ceremony, and thank god I did! As the day got chaotic, my sisters and bridesmaids would be all over but Mandi ...
was always there with me--sometimes the only one with me! My wedding day was much more special, and I was much more comforted with her there. Even though I was getting married at a venue and didn't feel I needed a coordinator for the entire process, I am glad I had Mandi for that hectic morning!
Her passion for weddings and for love is infectious, and each time we spoke I found myself getting excited all over again! She was professional and incredibly helpful.. we got so m...
any great connections through her (like for someone to help us print out placement cards, table names, etc). At the wedding, our savage friends consumed and finished some of the alcohol, despite OVER ordering! Mandi ran out herself to re-stock. The day went so smoothly because of her and we were so grateful to have her there. Can not recommend her enough!
Mandi was a pleasure to work with. She went above and beyond to reassure us that our wedding day would turn out perfect. We spent many hours together and on the phone planning for ...
day-of coordination and she was always helpful, kind, and knowledgeable. She even coordinated most of our deliveries with vendors she has relationships with.
Mandi helped to make our wedding day better than we could imagine! I highly recommend her services!!
5 stars is not enough!!! I am going through withdrawals, Mandi was amazing! We hired her to help coordinate our Tuscan Wedding which we hosted in our yard 9 days ago. Our guests ha...
ve not stopped talking about it. I want to start out by saying I was overwhelmed on my wedding day, everything was PERFECT. We all know there is a lot that goes into planning a wedding, lots of details that the average couple would never know they needed. Mandi's, professionalism during the initial phone call was a welcome relief. As a busy professional, I had no time to make all the vendor calls needed to create a venue in our backyard. During the initial consultation I felt that she really listened to what we wanted which made me feel at ease. Mandi made recommendations for everything, from the florist, DJ, rentals, tents, bathroom trailer, dumpster, right down to the wine barrels. Everything was very well orchestrated, all the vendor coordination was truly impressive! If there was a problem I was completely unaware. On the day of the event she made sure we were on time and taken care of. Mandi took the stress our of our day and I am happy to say my wedding day was a memorable and joy filled day, thanks to Mandi I did not have to worry about anything - we fully enjoyed our wedding. Thank you, thank you, thank you - those words do not seem powerful enough to express how grateful I am for all that you did!
I'm getting married in a few weeks but I had to start posting now before I update after because you have to hire Mandi. RIGHT. NOW.
I contacted Mandi to be a day of wedding coord...
inator for my backyard wedding since my father is ill, I am in school and planning the whole thing myself. Well, Mandi took over like gangbusters, and I was so pleased. Now she's more of a wedding planner as she has offered more advice for vendors, more of her talents, and more of her time through emails and composing my timeline with all of my vendors than I ever could have expected.
She put us in touch with the maitre d of the restaurant we were interested in and suggested the limo company we hired for our bus. She also gave me suggestions for hair and makeup, a florist, and a liquor store for the champagne but I went locally with those. The suggestions were still much appreciated and budget friendly!
In no way does she make it feel like you feel like just another bride or get frustrated when you come to her with "one last thing" (which never is). She is so lovely and friendly and really takes the time to get to know you, your groom, and your story.
When she came to the house to see what the set up would be my parents absolutely loved her and she had so many great ideas for set up and decorating that we never thought of before. She's even bringing her own tablecloths, cake stand, champagne glasses, and galvanized tub for our water bottles to help us out with extra things we didn't want to have to buy and never use again.
I cannot recommend Mandi highly enough. Seriously, contact her today. You won't be sorry. She's an absolute dream for the stressed bride to work with, is highly organized, not afraid to roll up her sleeves, has so many great suggestions, and is someone who will make you feel very comfortable on your special day.
My fiance and I said we'd only hire people we felt like we would actually hang out socially with if they were friends and not just vendors and Mandi is like the best friend you never knew you had.
Good luck on your special day. With Mandi's help it will be beautiful!
Iconic Events by Mandi is THE BEST ever! Many vendors reached out but Mandi was the Only personable person. The minute I told her what we needed she never ever made us feel it was ...
too much. From the minute we booked her she was on it, keeping us on track for pulling off our wedding in a short time. She is the best in the business! She comes with great experience and expert professionalism. The day was flawless, perfect and effortless because we had Mandi.
A review for Mandi needs WAY over 5/5 stars! Where can I even start? Mandi was the reason we even were able to have a wedding - and not only that, it turned into the wedding of our...
dreams. Mandi made sure my husband and I not only always felt like a priority, but that we felt like family. Not only does she have an incredibly kind and vivacious personality, but she is also very well versed in the ways of wedding things! Something my husband and I so weren't. As if she herself weren't amazing enough, she also came up with an "out-of-this-world" team of vendors. Every person she referred us to (which by the way she was there for each meeting with new vendors so we wouldn't feel alone or intimidated) were such a huge pleasure to work with as well. For such a stressful occasion in our lives (did I mention I hate wedding planning?) she made it as easy as possible. From vendors to scheduling to helping create decorations and making sure each tiny detail was well coordinated, Mandi can do it all. We had so many compliments all night and still do about our wedding - none of it possible without her. One of my favorites was a friend (also in the service business) who caught Mandi helping to clean up the night of to make sure everything in every moment was still perfect. I don't think there was ever a second where she wasn't running around working her butt off. Well, maybe when she gave us the honor of sharing a dance or two with us. ;) If you haven't figured it out by now, we were so grateful to have Mandi, and we can safely say it would be a mistake for ANYONE to consider planning a wedding without her. She is simply, THE BEST. (Also, special shout-out to Farm to Table Catering by Filomena for bringing Mandi into our lives). <3 THANK YOU MANDI! WE LOVE YOU!
TL;DR - Hire her, you need her. I promise.
Attended a wedding coordinated by Mandi--my best friend, the Bride, was so happy with all of Mandi's services! She took care of everything from the time they booked her, to the wed...
ding day and beyond!
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Iconic Events by Mandi