Wilder Mind Events

Woman-Owned
LGBTQIA-Friendly


What Inspired Us to Start Our Business is:

I was already working in the industry, and other vendors were actually the ones who were pushing me to start my own business. After a lot of evaluation, I decided to take the leap and create the life I’ve always wanted!


What Makes Our Business Stand Out From Other Vendors Is:

We are unconventional and no idea is too weird for us. We thrive when you want to stray away from anything that is deemed “basic”. We also are extremely laid back and are your sense of calm (even on the wedding day!)


One Thing Most Couples Would Be Surprised to Know About Us Is:

Most people would be surprised to know that I was never someone who dreamed of planning my own wedding. I completely fell into this industry and was caught off guard with how much I loved it!! It’s the perfect job since I’m both a type A and type B personality.

One of Our Non-Wedding Passions Is:

One of my passions is relationships and beach volleyball. If I’m not planning weddings I’m probably hanging out with my friends or playing in a beach volleyball tournament!


Our Pricing:

Pricing for Month of starts at $2,200

Partial Planning starts at $3,850

Full Planning starts at $6,000

 


Meet Delaney

I’m a former college athlete who has always been on the quirky side. I was born and raised in Texas and my volleyball career has taken me to Louisiana, Arkansas, and Florida. Athletic sports has been the main thing that has identified my life. In another life I would’ve been a professional hip hop dancer but for this life I’ll just be the weird armature that dances alone in front of a band! Most people would be surprised to know that I was never someone who dreamed of planning my own wedding. I completely fell into this industry and was caught off guard with how much I loved it!! It’s the perfect job since I’m both a type A and type B personality.

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Wilder Mind Events Reviews from Marry Me Tampa Bay Couples:

Marry Me Tampa Bay curates the below reviews from real couples whom we've personally interviewed. As Tampa Bay's most trusted wedding planning resource, these reviews are 100% accurate and aren't created by fake accounts.

Bride and Groom Exchanging Vows in a Christmas Inspired Garden Wedding Ceremony | Downtown St. Petersburg Florida Event Venue Sunken Gardens

Elegant Tented Red and Gold St Pete Wedding | Sunken Gardens

We wanted someone vibrant, responsive, organized, creative, and extremely easy to work with, and it was a major plus if they were a dog lover like we are!

From the first phone call I had with Delaney at Wilder Mind Events, I knew her company was an immediate hire. She listened to all of our ideas, and within 30 minutes, she added to our ideas, and I could already feel our vision coming to life. She was honestly the best choice, hands down, I made for my wedding. She was experienced and had connections in the area where I felt comfortable with her guidance. She was patient and understanding with any concerns we had. She was always prompt and went above and beyond to ensure all contracts, vendors, and loose ends were tied up. We did not have to worry one bit on our wedding day. 10/10! The best service ever, and I can't wait to use them again for future events!

-Leighanne and Alex
Bride and Groom Vow Exchange at Outdoor Waterfront Wedding Ceremony Inspiraation

Vibrant Spring Garden Wedding | Tampa River Center

We wanted someone who could understand our overall vision and make expert recommendations to enhance our day. We also needed someone who was going to help us understand the Tampa wedding market and be our ‘feet on the ground' since we live in Georgia.

We hit the jackpot with Wilder Mind Events. Delaney Driver and her team checked all of our boxes and then some. Not only did they help us understand and execute our vision perfectly, they were problem solvers and advocates and made the wedding planning process fun.

-Amber and Will
Modern Romantic Black and White Conservatory Wedding Reception Inspiration | Floating Candles, White Roses, and Greenery Garland Centerpiece Decor Ideas | Tampa Bay Planner Wilder Mind Events | Downtown Event Venue Oxford Exchange

Modern Classic Black and White South Tampa Wedding | Oxford Exchange

We looked for someone who could just take our vision and run with it. We both work full-time jobs and with me being in the medical field, it was very hard to plan a wedding myself. I knew there would be meetings I couldn’t attend, and it really helped to have a team able to support those moments.

Delaney from Wilder Mild Events was perfect from start to finish. She really did a great job of keeping everything in order, from the checklist to the final project. Delaney was on top of everything and kept me sane; she understood how busy we both were and made it very easy by taking our vision and helping make it come to life. She was the best help and was there for the whole process from start to finish. We couldn’t have done all of this without Wilder Mild Events.

-Kerrie and Chris
Bride and Groom Garden Wedding Portrait | St. Petersburg Florida Event Venue Sunken Gardens | Black and White Groom Tuxedo Suit with Bowtie | Tampa Bay Wedding Planner Wilder Mind Events

Pink, Outdoor Tented Downtown St. Pete Wedding | Sunken Gardens

I looked for someone down to earth but super into the details. We wanted someone who aligned with our own personalities and understood where we were coming from.

We loved working with Wilder Mind Events! Delaney is awesome and did a great job, especially on the day of to ensure our big day went smoothly, despite all the behind-the-scenes chaos that inevitably happens with weddings.

-Christa and Mike
Bride and Groom In Front of Hyde Park Mural Wedding Portrait | Tampa Wedding Planner Wilder Mind Events

Modern Red South Tampa Asian Wedding | Hyde House Public Studio

I needed someone who was not afraid to be a little unconventional and wild. JT and I wanted our wedding to reflect our laid-back energy as a couple and did not want to follow typical traditions. We wanted something memorable and uniquely us. I inquired with a handful of wedding planners, but my phone call with Delaney confirmed that ‘girls who get it, get it. Those who don't, don't.' I just knew she was our perfect match.

I absolutely adore Delaney and all of the Wilder Mind Events team. During my planning process, I actually reached out to Delaney and became one of her day of coordination assistants, so I was able to gain hands-on experience in the wedding world and see how she and her team worked executing wedding weekends. Wilder Minds embodies what it means to be a chill, easygoing, type-A person. Last minute change to the ceremony lineup? Handled. Vendors who need a detailed wedding itinerary of load-in and out times? Done. Does the bride want a waterfall or a menu napkin fold? Waterfall, we spoke about it this morning.

On my wedding day, I think Delaney asked me a total of three questions and coordinated and handled the rest. Did I know about the wedding crashers who tried to utilize my open bar? Nope. Did I stress out over the random morning market that went past the proposed end time and prevented my vendors from reaching the venue? Nope. I cannot even begin to tell you how flawlessly my wedding weekend went, and it was because I hired some of the best women in the business.

-Rachael and JT
Modern Gold Chuppah Ideas With Vibrant Floral Sprays and White Drapery | Jewish Wedding Tradition Inspiration | St Pete Planner Wilder Mind Events | Outdoor St Pete Wedding Ceremony Ideas | White Folding Garden Chairs | Poynter Park | St Petersburg Planner Wilder Mind Events

Vibrant Jewel-Toned Downtown St. Pete Wedding | The Poynter Institute

We chose Wilder Mind Events because Delaney is committed to bringing her couple's vision to life. She takes an active role in the design of the event, not just coordination. I had never even been in a wedding before, so I had no clue what I was doing. I could never have done it without her!

Delaney is the one for a fun, creative, beautiful, colorful, hip, bold, you-name-it-she-can-do-it wedding! I am so happy we hired her, and only wish I had an unlimited budget that she could have gone wild with. I come from a family of artists and DIY-ers but didn’t have the bandwidth, organizational skills, or local knowledge to pull off a wedding myself. We chose the partial planning package, and Delaney’s experience and coordination were invaluable! Her preferred vendor lists, advice, and checklists made planning manageable.

Her day-of coordination and her assistant, Taylor, allowed me to have a worry-free wedding day. Her vendor recommendations all exceeded our expectations! On top of all that, Delaney was special because she understood our vibe and brought our vision to life!

We live in Boston, so we met over the phone and communicated mostly by email. Delaney was always both upbeat and professional. She was willing to go back and forth via email as much as necessary to get things right. My jewel-toned reception was gorgeous; it was everything I had hoped for and more! If you like color and fun, hire Wilder Mind Events!

-Alex and Julian


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