The Best Wedding Planners in California

The Best Wedding Planners in California

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1000+ Wedding Planners in California

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Storybook Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Grass Valley, CA
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves California

Storybook Weddings was created out of a genuine love for weddings, people, and the meaningful moments that make a day feel unforgettable. As the owner and lead coordinator, I bring years of hands-on experience coordinating weddings throughout Northern California, with a focus on calm, thoughtful execution and clear communication. I believe couples deserve to feel fully present on their wedding day. Not stressed, rushed, or pulled in a dozen directions. My role is to support you, advocate for your vision, and handle the details behind the scenes so your day unfolds smoothly and beautifully, just as you imagined.

“Storybook Weddings was an incredible wedding planning partner for our big day. From the very beginning, their communication was direct, timely, and open, which we greatly appreciated as we navigated the wedding planning process. The quality of their work was consistently strong, clear, and thorough - they helped us bring our vision to life with amazing attention to detail. Storybook Weddings demonstrated the utmost integrity throughout, and we are so grateful for their invaluable contributions that made our wedding day truly special.”
Megan H., 8 months ago
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Events by Starlight 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
San Francisco, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves California

Events by Starlight is a modern event planning and design company led by Alexandra Barlow, a live events and sports television producer with over 14 years of experience. Alex’s work has been featured in Modern Luxury Magazine, and she has designed celebrations for professional athletes and television talent. Based in California and serving clients worldwide, Events by Starlight creates immersive, design-forward celebrations.

“Alex is the best at what she does! She is incredibly professional, creative, and able to make your dream event happen within any budget. She is so organized and kept me on schedule with all of the important decisions that were overwhelming on my own. She has done my bachelorette, wedding, baby shower, child’s birthday party and more. Guests are still raving about the wedding she did for me years later. I highly highly recommend her to anyone looking for a planner who will make your life 100x easier with her experience, knowledge, and unique ideas!”
Jenna G., 3 months ago
Joyfully Co 
Rating: 5.0 (97 reviews)
Anaheim, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $10
  • Serves California

Joyfully Co. was founded with the heart and mission to serve every bride and groom joyfully as they plan for the one of the biggest transitions of their life. With event design, styling, and coordination as our forte, we provide our services to make the planning process as smooth and painless as possible for our couples. Knowing that no couple is the same, we cater to each unique vision and inspiration that they have to conceptualize all the details in order to make their dream wedding a reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We got married in October in the OC, and hiring the Joyfully team to help us plan our wedding was one of the best decisions we made! We went with the full-service package as my partner and I both work pretty demanding jobs. In hindsight, we are so glad we opted for the full-service package because doing so saved us so much time and stress. There is still so much you have to do and deal with during wedding planning so it was great to know that we had a team behind us taking care of things and keeping us on track. Blaire was our main planner, and we also worked with Hannah and Sharon along the way. All 3 ladies are so kind, knowledgeable, and overall just a pleasure to work with! With the full-service package, the team connected us with the most amazing vendors at varying price levels, which we appreciated. This saved us SO much time of having to do our own research. We also really appreciated the honest advice they gave us in terms of where to spend vs. where to save. This is the kind of insight that we would've never had on our own and was so valuable to receive from an experienced wedding planner. There were also a few times where Blaire stepped in and advocated on our behalf with some of our vendors which resulted in less stress for us and more money saved. They also worked with us to execute the vision we had in terms of design and aesthetics. Even though we had a few changes of heart with some design elements along the way, the team didn't flinch and gladly adjusted things for us. Joyfully also offers their own rental items (discount included with the full-service package), and renting most of our decor items through them also saved us a lot of time and money (can you sense a theme here?!). Fast forward to our wedding day, everything looked so beautiful and the evening went so smoothly. It was truly the happiest day of our lives! We had always heard horror stories of things going wrong on your wedding day, but for us, none of that happened & if it did, we didn't even know because Blaire and her team took care of it for us. We got so many genuine compliments from our guests about how much they enjoyed our wedding and a lot of that was because of the thoughtful planning efforts of Joyfully Co.! We are truly so grateful for the Joyfully Co. team and wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone searching for a wedding planner!”
May K., 2 years ago
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CrystalRose Events LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (87 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
HARBOR CITY, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves California

At CrystalRose Events, we believe in the power of meaningful connections. Whether it's creating a personalized wedding or event for you and your guests, or designing a memorable brand experience to strengthen customer relationships, our goal is to collaborate with you in crafting a unique and unforgettable experience. Whether it's a one-day celebration like weddings or corporate retreats, or a long-term strategy to enhance your brand through engaging consumer marketing, CrystalRose Events has the expertise and resources to bring your vision to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We were so lucky and honored to have Crystal Rose Events for event coordination on our wedding day. We had attended a wedding they coordinated that was so beautiful that we knew they’d do a great job at ours. The team was so communicative and helpful every step of the way from vendor and schedule recommendations to managing last minute changes, unexpected emergencies, blended family dynamics, surprise performances and intense heat on the day of! As someone who also does events, I was impressed by their level of professionalism, patience and ability to roll with the hiccups. They handled everything with ease and calm which allowed us to take in and enjoy our day. The wedding was everything we hoped it would be and so much of it was because of the incredible work by Crystal and her team. We are so grateful to them for making our big day run so smoothly and beautifully. We can’t say enough good things! Highly recommend!”
Vy & R., a year ago
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Kaci Danae Events 
Rating: 5.0 (58 reviews)
San Jose, CA
  • Offers 5 services
  • Serves California

I’ve always been inspired by the strong, ambitious women in my life who built successful small businesses in the hospitality industry — from restaurant owners and bakers to caterers and florists. Growing up surrounded by their entrepreneurial spirit, I was motivated to follow my own path and create something meaningful in the world of events. ​ After spending two years working as a Wedding Coordinator at the Westin, the pandemic hit and forced a pause on hotel weddings. That unexpected turn of events only fueled my determination to turn my passion into a full-time business. And so, Kaci Danae Events was born.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Kaci was an absolute pleasure to work with, a true professional at what she does, and a gem of a human to top it all off! She took all of the pressure off of us as our day-of coordinator, and did so without ever looking stressed herself. She facilitated set up and executed timelines with sniper precision. Though she was our day-of coordinator/planner, she met with us in the days and weeks leading up to our wedding for venue walk throughs, met over video calls, helped me with rentals/quantity suggestions, and made us feel like we had ample, professional planning support throughout so much more of the process than just the “day-of”. Matt and I cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for a wedding planner or day-of coordinator more, nor could we have pulled off such a perfect day without her hard work and professionalism.”
Amanda A., a month ago
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Kismet Event Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Healdsburg, CA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves California

Kismet Event Co. is a full-service event planning company with an expert team serving clients throughout Sonoma, Napa, and beyond. Gracious, thoughtful hospitality is at the core of Kismet's offerings and is essential to providing unparalleled service to each client. We offer all-inclusive, concierge-style event planning, destination planning, and à la carte services. Our team collaborates closely with clients and couples to plan memorable pre-wedding parties, milestone celebrations, wine country getaways, and dream weddings. Photography: Liz Zimbleman, MJOY Photo, Viera Photographics, Ryan Greenleaf, Duy Ho, KREATE Photo, and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I would recommend Kismet Event Co. without hesitation. Kelly is the best and it's always a pleasure to work with them. Besides being experienced and super organized, they are also so sweet and make planning a wedding stress-free. With all the ideas available online these days, along with family and friend input, it is easy to get overwhelmed by all the decisions to consider. They provided us with a planning toolkit and checked in regularly throughout our time working together to keep everything simple for us. Thank you for making our wedding day so memorable! We got exactly what we wanted, and we will be eternally grateful to you and your team!”
Kate & D., 3 years ago
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oso events 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
San Francisco, CA
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $12,450
  • Serves California

oso events began with our own wedding, and as a husband-and-wife team, we know firsthand how important it is to have a day that feels effortless, personal, and entirely yours. We’ve been in your shoes, and that’s why we approach planning with both expertise and empathy.​ But we don’t do it alone. Behind every wedding is team oso—a group of experienced planners who share our passion for seamless events and thoughtful execution. We bring a calm presence, deep expertise, and an obsession with making sure things run smoothly—so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Michelle, Gennie, and Raymundo were SO helpful for our wedding planning. They are professional, organized, and well-connected to a strong network of vendors. A lot of the process ended up just interviewing the vendors that they found and recommended once we told them what we were looking for, which was fairly painless (especially as compared to typical wedding planning). The day of went off completely without issue, which was a minor miracle given that it ended up being almost 12 hours of coordination. I cannot recommend them more highly, and I will always be appreciative that they made our celebration so easy to manage - we really couldn't have done it without them 3”
Malcolm D., 4 months ago
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Slay Events 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Carlsbad, CA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves California

Hello and Welcome! I'm Lily, a dedicated and enthusiastic wedding planner on a mission to turn your celebrations into unforgettable experiences. Armed with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, I possess the expertise to seamlessly manage all aspects of your wedding, ensuring that every detail assigns with your vision and goals.

Awarded Best of Zola
“There are so many great things I can say about Lily. She is so sweet and is so gifted at what she does. If there were mistakes and bumps in the road l, I didn’t know about them. She made it so we could enjoy every moment of our special day. Lily made everyone feel so comfortable. From our parents, kids, our wedding party, and guests. She handled every detail of the process from the very beginning and it took SO much stress of me and my now husband. There was no idea or change in the planning process that she couldn’t handle. She truly made the wedding of my dreams a reality. There honestly is no better person a bride could find to coordinate their wedding. Thank you so much Lily for making our day one we will never forget”
Ashley M., 2 years ago
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Kimberly’s Ever After Planning 
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)
Anaheim, CA
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves California

Kimberly’s Ever After Planning is an Arizona-based husband-and-wife wedding planning and coordinating team, serving Phoenix, Scottsdale, and destination weddings including Southern California. Led by Kimberly with the support of her husband, we bring a personal touch and shared commitment to creating truly unforgettable weddings that reflect your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I reached out to Kimberley well before I decided I needed her and she was always so sweet and responsive, answering any questions I had and putting my mind at ease and that’s when I knew I had to have her. Her and her husband were the best duo and everything came out a dream, it was also a huge plus that she has worked with the Disney team a million times so they work so well together! 10/10 she’s a must!”
Rachel, 5 months ago
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Parker & Paloma Events 
Rating: 5.0 (52 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
San Francisco, CA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves California

Parker Paloma Events is a West Coast planning and design studio for multi-day, multicultural celebrations. Founder Natasha Cougoule brings a background in fine arts, theatrical set design, and Fortune 500 event production at Salesforce to weddings that honor two families, multiple traditions, and more than one location. We plan across the Bay Area, Napa, Palm Springs, Portland, Phoenix, and Europe. Best of Zola 2026. Full-service planning begins at $15,000; our couples typically invest $250,000+ in their celebration.

Awarded Best of Zola
“We are beyond grateful to have had Natasha as our wedding planner. What made the experience truly special is that she's also a personal friend of ours, and somehow, she struck the perfect balance between professional and personable throughout the entire process. That combination made all the difference, especially as we navigated some of the highest-volume planning and decision-making we've ever done. And as a fellow Virgo, she brought that meticulous, detail-oriented energy to every part of the planning. We truly don't think a single detail was missed! She made sure we laughed through it all, she helped us genuinely enjoy the process instead of just surviving it, and we always felt supported, never alone in the chaos. Most importantly, she brought our vision to life exactly as we'd imagined it (and maybe even better). If you want a planner who will treat your wedding with as much care as her own and still keep everything perfectly on track, Parker Paloma is for you. We are so thankful for her, and for everything she did to make our day everything we dreamed of.”
Kari N., 2 months ago
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Events by Dallas 
Rating: 5.0 (50 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Grass Valley, CA
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves California

Events by Dallas provides wedding planning, coordination, and design support for couples throughout Nevada County, Sacramento, the Sierra Foothills, and Lake Tahoe. As an award-winning, certified, and insured wedding professional, I combine thoughtful planning, strong logistics, and a calm, supportive approach to help couples enjoy the journey to their wedding day. Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or an elevated estate wedding, I am passionate about creating meaningful experiences while ensuring every detail is carefully managed so you can be fully present for the moments that matter most.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Dallas and her team work to take care of every detail for their events! At our last event together, I knew the bride felt taken care of, especially when navigating planning around family expectations! She and her team are super friendly and caring as they work on everything behind the scenes to make sure your wedding day runs smoothly!”
Lydia, a year ago
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Fete Events 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $495
  • Serves California

Let me share with you about the Owner & Creative Designer of Fete Events. Originally from Los Angele's Carolyn Mercado has a warm personality that makes you feel at ease when working with her. With her extensive experience in Fashion Merchandising, Design, Styling, Business Mind & Event Coordinating Carolyn took her experience and vision to create her own company, Fête Events. Carolyn’s combination of energy & organization makes each of her events stand out among the rest. She combines her corporate training, design background with her amazing attention to detail, which creates timeless and unforgettable unique celebrations.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Hiring her was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. She was truly a godsend. From day one, she was incredibly responsive, empathetic, and always available whenever I had questions or doubts. I’m not naturally a “wedding person,” yet we had a large wedding, and at times the planning process felt overwhelming. She made everything feel doable and manageable, especially during moments when I was second-guessing myself. Her calm presence and reassurance made such a difference. She brings so much experience and is so well connected in San Diego, which made coordination seamless. Most importantly, she brought my vision for our big day to life with very little for me to worry about. I was able to actually enjoy the process — and the day itself — because I trusted her completely. I highly, highly recommend her to any bride who wants a smooth, beautifully executed wedding with a coordinator who truly cares.”
Ryssa M., 8 months ago
The Perfect Pair Wedding 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
San Marcos, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves California

Hi! I am Clemence the face behind The Perfect Pair Wedding :) I am born & raised in France, in the city of love Paris. During college I got the chance to do a semester abroad in San Diego, and met this really special, handsome, American guy... You see it coming? YES! After 3 years of long distance relationship, I finally married the love of my life. A little bit about The Perfect Pair Wedding... it is a San Diego based Wedding planning company, we plan & design weddings all over Southern California to bring to life our Perfect Pair's dreams.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Working with The Perfect Pair Wedding was an absolute pleasure. Clemence and her team were friendly, efficient, and always had a smile, making the planning process stress-free. Their attention to detail and professional approach resulted in an amazing wedding day that exceeded our expectations. Clemence listened closely to our vision and provided creative suggestions that helped bring it to life in a positive and meaningful way. We're extremely happy she was a part of our special day and would highly recommend The Perfect Pair Wedding to any couple looking for a top-notch wedding planning experience.”
Kelly C., a year ago
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Positively Charming Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
La Mirada, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves California
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At Positively Charming Weddings, we believe that every couple deserves a unique and unforgettable event designed just for them. That's why we offer a boutique-style experience to our clients, providing one-on-one attention and personalized planning services. We work tirelessly with you to ensure that you can relax and enjoy your big day while we take care of all the details. With a focus on only a select number of weddings per year, we make sure that you feel as special as you deserve for the planning of your big day so that you can enjoy your engagement season.

Awarded Best of Zola
“If you need an organized, detail-oriented, and reliable wedding planner, we highly recommend Carissa. As busy professionals planning on an accelerated timeline (under six months), opting for her full-service package was the best decision we made. Excellent Vision & Design We initially sought out a designer in the wedding planning process, and Carissa delivered and more. We started only with vague ideas, a list of dislikes, and a general vibe for our guests but no color scheme, mood board, or concrete design. Through thoughtful questions and curated options, Carissa translated our input into a cohesive vision we loved. She brought it to life by seamlessly coordinating with our florist and helping style the groom. Expert Guidance & Execution Planning without Carissa would have been hectic. The time she saved us and the efficiency and smoothness of her execution were phenomenal. Having her at vendor and venue visits gave us peace of mind because we had someone who knew exactly what to ask and pushed the vendors to deliver. Her monthly check-ins and master checklist kept us on schedule without feeling overwhelmed. She handled most vendor correspondence, offered budget-respecting recommendations, and patiently answered our questions (big and small). Having someone to lean on for guidance and input every step of the way was invaluable for our busy schedules. A Stress-Free Wedding Day On the wedding day, Carissa’s detailed timeline that covered everything from hair and makeup arrival to vendor setups kept logistics running smoothly without any effort on our end. Her inclusion of planned breaks between events gave us quiet moments to reset, greet guests, and actually enjoy the celebration. Carissa handled behind-the-scenes issues seamlessly. When the venue set out the wrong (and clashing!) wine glasses, she caught the mistake, got the venue to reset everything to baseline before any guests sat down, and later secured us a refund for the upgrade we paid for. Even while recovering from ankle injuries that week, Carissa was fully present, coordinating with her assistants, bustling the bride’s dress, and checking in on us throughout the night. Many of our guests commented on how remarkably smooth everything went. Carissa’s organization, professionalism, and warm demeanor set her apart. We are so glad we did the full-service planning with her, and we cannot recommend her enough!”
BKCL, 3 months ago
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One Fabulous Event 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
San Diego, CA
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves California

One Fabulous Event is an event planning, coordination & design service based in San Diego that focuses on each client’s individual needs with personal care & attention. We understand that it is your “event” & that in order for your event to be planned & executed the way you envision, you need an experienced, detail oriented & sensitive event planner to share in your vision and carry it forward. Our goal is to bring your vision to life & to work closely with you to understand your needs & desires. No matter what your need,

Awarded Best of Zola
“I'll be honest: I almost didn't write this review because I figured my wife would handle it. But Angela deserves to hear from the groom too. Wedding planning is one of those processes where you don't fully appreciate what your planner is doing until something goes wrong... and with Angela, nothing did. At least not that we knew about. That's the point. From our first interactions, it was clear Angela was more than just organized. Any planner can be "organized." Angela was *meticulous.* The timeline she built for our wedding was one of the most impressive planning documents I've ever seen: detailed, comprehensive, and thorough enough to even include outstanding balances and due dates for every vendor. She knew every contract detail better than we did. Maybe even better than the vendors who wrote the contracts! Looking at it, I remember thinking: "ohhh, this is why people hire planners." Angela didn’t just execute. She had taste and judgment. When our programs didn't fit the napkins as planned, she didn't just solve the problem. She came up with a solution that looked better than the original. When the rental company showed up with one too few tables, she rearranged things so seamlessly that no one noticed. As the groom, I can tell you: I felt completely taken care of. I could exhale and enjoy my day. I cannot overstate how *valuable* that was. Angela has this rare ability to run everything on a precise schedule while improvising masterfully when the moment calls for it. Equal parts conductor and jazz musician. If something went wrong at our wedding, I still don't know about it. That's Angela. Hire her before someone else does.”
John M., 5 months ago
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Sara Elizabeth Events 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Templeton, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves California

I am a lifetime Central Coast resident, born and raised in Templeton. I have spent most of my career in the hospitality industry. It wasn't until I started a job in catering management that I realized I had a passion for weddings. I continued doing catering management for 2 years, and then I started assisting all of my favorite wedding planners for 2 years. Most recently I landed a job in Venue Management and that is when I knew I wanted my own wedding planning business. In my free time I love to go hiking, lift weights and spend time with my family, including our 4 rescue pups. I look forward to meeting you!

Awarded Best of Zola
“From the very beginning of this journey, Sara was so much more than a wedding coordinator. She was truly my rock. She held my hand through every step of the planning process, guided me through every decision, and gave the most thoughtful, perfect recommendations. What could have been overwhelming, she made feel calm, exciting, and so special. I always knew I had someone in my corner who genuinely cared about bringing our vision to life. Her communication, kindness, and support went so far beyond anything we could have ever expected. She didn’t just do her job. she showed up like a best friend, someone who was just as invested in our day as we were. On the day of our wedding, she knew exactly what I needed as a Type A bride. She let me be part of the moments that mattered most to me, while quietly and flawlessly handling everything else behind the scenes. If anything went wrong, I never knew because she made sure I didn’t have to. That kind of peace on your wedding day is something I will forever be grateful for. And despite the wind trying its best to challenge us, Sara never let it take away from our vision. She adapted, adjusted, and somehow made everything still feel absolutely perfect. She didn’t just execute our wedding she protected the feeling of it. She gave us more than a beautiful day,she gave us the ability to be fully present, to soak in every moment, and to truly live our dream wedding. There are honestly no words that feel big enough to thank her. We will carry so much gratitude for her forever. If you are even thinking about hiring Sara, do it. She is truly one of a kind.”
Holly B., 5 months ago
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Weddings with Athena 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
Fremont, CA
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves California

Hi, I’m Athena! As a wedding planner and event coordinator based in Northern CA, I specialize in creating seamless and memorable celebrations. With years of experience in the industry and a background in design consulting, I focus on bringing my clients’ unique visions to life while ensuring a stress-free planning experience. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate gathering or a grand affair, I’m here to guide you every step of the way—from vendor coordination to timeline creation and all the little details in between. My goal is to make the planning process enjoyable and to craft an event that truly reflects you.

“We began planning our June 20, 2025 wedding with Athena back in November 2024. As a couple taking a DIY approach, Athena offered helpful guidance, responded promptly to our many emails, and helped shape our vision with care. On the wedding day itself, Athena coordinated seamlessly with all our vendors and helped everything run beautifully. We’re so grateful for her support! We give Athena our highest recommendation!”
Wesley H., a year ago
Taylor To You Events 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
El Cajon, CA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves California

Taylor to You is a luxury wedding planning and coordinating service that goes above and beyond to make your big day truly extraordinary. As Your Wedding Day BFF, Taylor’s mission is to provide unparalleled support throughout the entire wedding planning process, ensuring a stress-free and memorable experience. With a deep understanding of the overwhelming nature of wedding preparations, Taylor is dedicated to stepping in as your trusted confidante, relieving you of the burden and guiding you towards a flawless celebration that you’ll look back on with joy.

Awarded Best of Zola
“TTYE absolutely killed it coordinating and managing my wedding! it’s not just the day of either - she helped months prior for helping me put together my ideas and finding the most affordable decor for the wedding. The transition and vendor facilitation was FLAWLESS. I had no idea how involved and on top of it the Taylor and her team were going to be but they were ON it!! If you are considering a wedding coordinator, do it and pick Taylor, trust me. My actual wedding day went perfect - if there were any problems I would never know because that’s how much she was doing behind the scenes. David and I can’t thank you enough for all your work, support and overall heart you put into our special day. Thank YOU Taylor and team!!”
Natalia H., 2 years ago
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à la Modon Events 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Los Angeles, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves California

Alexandra Khoury Modon’s path to founding à la Modon Events is anything but conventional—woven through years of discipline, artistic expression, and an insatiable drive to bring visions to life. From visual and theatrical artist to Division I tennis player, courtroom prosecutor, and now event planner, she has mastered high-pressure environments, honed meticulous attention to detail, and refined the art of storytelling. Today, she channels that same precision and creativity into designing seamless, deeply personal events that reflect each client’s unique story.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Planning a destination wedding in Cairo, Egypt came with its fair share of complexities. We had guests traveling from all over the world and were trying to blend three cultures - Lebanese, Egyptian, and American. In Egypt, most wedding planners focus only on décor and receptions, so I found myself struggling with the schedule and flow of logistics beyond that. There were so many moving parts - the ceremony, the bridal party, the reception - and I didn’t have a planner or a day-of coordinator to help me execute the day smoothly. Alex stepped in and became my anchor. She gathered every detail and built an hour-by-hour plan that carried us through the day, from getting ready to the end of the night. That included the procession of the church ceremony, the musical cues, the reception entrance order, the dj song list order, etc. She helped me create breakout schedules to give to each vendor so they all knew what part of the day mattered for them to take part in. Alex brought so much understanding and cultural awareness to our wedding. She respected the way that weddings are done in Egypt, Lebanon, and America, and helped me blend certain moments from each tradition into our wedding. Every special moment flowed. I truly couldn’t imagine how the day would have went without her. She gave me peace of mind, comfort, and support that made me feel extremely take care of on the most important day of my life.”
Michelle T., a year ago
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MBK Events 
Rating: 4.8 (41 reviews)
Sacramento, CA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves California

Hi, I’m Morgan! Thank you so much for being here. I am the Owner and Lead Planner of MBK Events. Let’s get straight to it - I freaking love love and I love planning. I swear, celebrating love, planning events, and getting to meet new people is my specialty. While planning my own wedding, I realized that so many Brides are not enjoying the process - so, that's where I plan to step in! I officially launched my business in October of 2021 so I can help other brides execute, plan, style and enjoy the wedding planning process. It is the most magical time of your life so lets make sure it feels magical all the way to the big day!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Morgan is the only event planner you should consider hiring. You know how everyone tells you to expect at least one thing to go unplanned or wrong at your wedding? This is simply not the case when Morgan is in charge. Not a single thing went wrong at our wedding. The timeline Morgan created was so seamless that we did not get pushed back nor did we lose out on any reception time. During the planning process, she was responsive, clear and professional. I am very indecisive and always needed reassurance or an alternate suggestion for my details and Morgan was always there for me. My husband and I did not worry about a single thing the entire day as Morgan kept everything moving. We were able to be fully present on our wedding day and we are honestly so sad it's over. Do yourself a favor and skip the other interviews. Morgan and MBK Events is your team!”
Alicea B., 2 years ago
Events by McKenna 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
Beverly Hills, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves California

Our Weddings and Events company was born after nearly ten years of planning and coordinating by McKenna Folmar. She has traveled across the world making sure each and every event she was at was organized, stress free for the client, and done beautifully. She has coordinated hundreds of weddings and is known for her calm, cheerful, and efficient approach to events. ​ Perfect for Weddings, Upscale Work Events, and Parties in Your Life. Book McKenna for your next gathering if you want to enjoy your party and not have to worry about a single detail.

Awarded Best of Zola
“I’m not even sure where to begin to describe how amazing Events by McKenna is at what they do!! McKenna is the most kind, helpful, and enthusiastic person to assist you during such an important time in your life. She made sure everything went perfectly on our wedding day and every day leading up to it! When we first started our wedding planning journey, we only knew where we wanted to have it, and due to the venue location not regularly being used for weddings, we needed to outsource vendors for everything. That's where McKenna came in and helped us out by hand-picking every vendor that she knew would provide the exact things we were looking for. From catering, florals, furniture rentals, DJ, and all the little details, she knew who would be perfect for the job and she was right about every single one! Every time we had a question or a crazy idea, she had an answer right away and she would do everything she could to make it happen. One thing that we were really hoping for was getting a disco ball above our dance floor, but since we were outdoors, it wasn’t looking promising. McKenna was the one who made sure that we got our disco ball, and it was absolutely perfect! That’s just one example of the many ways McKenna ensured our dream wedding would become a reality. On the day of, McKenna and her team were so efficient and handled everything so that my husband and I could relax and focus on ourselves. We got to our venue and everything was already done and ready to start the day! McKenna was amazing at time management throughout the day, and she was so helpful to not only us, but our families, wedding party and guests as well. Everything went perfectly on schedule and all the crazy ideas that we had came to life with no issues! It was truly the best day of our lives and it wouldn’t have been possible without McKenna’s help! I could write so much more on how incredible Events by McKenna is, but to sum it all up, they are the best choice for your wedding planning and coordinating needs and you will not regret choosing them for your big day!!”
Ashlee G., 2 years ago
Stephanie Marie & Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Tahoe City, CA
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves California

Stephanie Marie Morris has spent 15+ years in the event industry: fueled by the social impact, togetherness, and love that each carefully-planned event has imparted onto its guests. With a sociological background + training in event design + planning, & her detail-oriented eye; Stephanie approaches each Wedding as an opportunity to connect to each client's innermost desires, while fostering memorable relationships. Just as each individual has a unique fingerprint, molded by inherent characteristics and shaped by experiences; Stephanie strives to identify that unique vision that each couple has, to then craft an event that resonates :)

“Our goal for our wedding was to be able to fully enjoy celebrating with our friends and family without worrying about anything, and Stephanie made that happen. She was on top of everything, always available, and quick to respond, and it genuinely felt like we were on the same wavelength throughout the entire planning process. As a conflict-averse bride, it was a relief having Stephanie in my corner to advocate for us when a vendor presented options we didn’t love or when there were too many familial opinions flying around. She listened closely to our vision and, with her years of experience, offered thoughtful guidance on how to bring our ideas to life. Stephanie oversaw every single tiny detail and effortlessly rolled with our last-minute changes. Even with other events going on, it always felt like we were a priority, and her genuine care for us made all the difference. She made it possible for us, and our parents, to relax and fully enjoy our wedding. We can’t recommend her highly enough.”
Blair A., a year ago
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Grand Entrance Affairs 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
Pasadena, CA
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves California

Grand Entrance Affairs is a wedding-planning business located in Los Angeles, CA. Owner and lead planner, Ingrid, has 15+ years of industry experience and connections and a great passion for helping people celebrate their cherished milestone moments. She is a big "people person" and thrives on the excitement and energy that comes with planning weddings and other special events. Ingrid’s ultimate goal for each client is to create an event they can be fully present to enjoy with their nearest and dearest. From the initial design to the day-of delivery, she and her team are dedicated to creating the wedding of your dreams—piece by piece.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Working with Grand Entrance Affairs was a dream!! Ingrid is highly professional and brought great energy to the day! She made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish and the entire day was stress free for everyone involved. As a wedding photographer I’ve worked with many planners and I would choose Ingrid again and again!!”
Nancy Easton, 2 years ago
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The Social Event Planner 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
Los Angeles, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves California

Hi! Thanks so much for your interest in working together. I’m Jackie, a Wedding & Event Planner based in Southern California (and beyond, always) I’ve been in the event world for what feels like my entire life. I spent a decade as a professional DJ, years producing corporate events, owned a catering business for a while, and even stepped into private cheffing during COVID. The common thread through it all? I genuinely love throwing a great party.

Awarded Best of Zola
“This review is long overdue! Working with The Social Event Planner was an absolute pleasure. Jackie and her team were quick, efficient, professional, and easy to communicate with throughout the entire planning process. Their work was truly amazing and the decor they created for our wedding was absolutely beautiful and way better than anything I could create. Jackie provided exceptional day-of coordination and assistance with decorating the cocktail hour and reception spaces. All I had to do was create a mock-up table and provide the decorations. She was responsive, quick to jump in and tie up any loose ends, and made our wedding day as stress-free as possible. Jackie went above and beyond my expectations, and she and her assistant ensured everything looked perfect and assisted with cleanup after the wedding. We are so grateful to have found Jackie via social median and would highly recommend The Social Event Planner to any couple planning their wedding. I would not has been able to deal with the stress of a wedding without her.”
Stasy, 8 months ago
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Rivers Event Planning 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
Grover Beach, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves California

Hi! My name is Tiffany Rivers, owner of Rivers Event Planning. I have been in the hospitality industry for 15 years. My journey started in culinary school as a young adult and then as an Event Banquet Captain for various catering companies on the Central Coast. My love for serving others lead me to receive a degree in Hospitality Management! I then worked as an Event Coordinator for a private school in San Luis Obispo. 5 years later I decided to start my own company as a Special Event Planner and the rest is history!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Tiffany is amazing! We selected her Day-Of Coordination package and it was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We were married at the Madonna Inn with 140 guests. I was a very detail-oriented bride with a very specific vision for our event, and Tiffany made it all happen so seamlessly. Throughout the process Tiffany was there to offer support and ease any anxiety I had about the planning. On the day of the wedding, we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. She executed our vision flawlessly, and we were able to be fully present for the whole day. I would work with Tiffany for any event I plan in the future.”
Felicia C., a year ago
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Dream Co. Weddings & Events 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
Valencia, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves California

At Dream Co., we believe your wedding should feel like you, beautiful, and unforgettable. We specialize in modern, design-forward celebrations that blend timeless romance with fresh, refined details, while personalizing each experience to reflect your unique story and style. Our team curates every element with care, creating seamless, stress-less experiences and beautifully styled moments that feel effortless yet extraordinary. Our goal is simple: to bring your vision to life in a way that feels authentic, meaningful, and impeccably executed so you can be present and truly enjoy one of the most important days of your life.

Awarded Best of Zola
“If you are on the fence of who you want supporting you on your wedding day, look no further, you will be in great hands with Dream Co. Lullette is a kind, thoughtful and honest coordinator. She helps you to understand potential barriers and gives you options to navigate them smoothly. She was so helpful and made us feel so seen and cared for during this experience. Bella is an awesome designer and allowed our vision to come to life, ensuring what we were thinking was properly executed. Our wedding surpassed our expectations and that is majorly in part to the team at Dream Co. thank you all for making our dream wedding come true. Lullette and Bella: Thank you for making our experience so special and seamless.”
Katie S., 7 months ago
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Meilani Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves California

We're Meilani Weddings-- A boutique wedding planning company located in SoCal + Austin that specializes in day-of coordinating and event design. Our hearts are in the details and organization so you can soak in the beautiful moments of your wedding day! We bring your vision to life with style and sweetness!

Awarded Best of Zola
“We met Stacy in 2018 when we provided a cake for her brother's wedding and have been working together since. We have a great partnership with Stacy and appreciate her referrals. She is always professional and helpful when it comes to facilitating cake deliveries for the different venues. She makes our job for the couples so much easier! We look forward to partnering for future weddings!”
Kona K., 2 years ago
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Hun Events 
Rating: 5.0 (33 reviews)
Studio City, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves California

Hi! I'm Tavi (pronounced Teh-Vee). Hun Events is a boutique wedding planning & event design company with a focus on the sweet details of intimate gatherings. I specialize in weddings that range from 30-100 guests, but also work with larger events and am always open to unique venues and experiences! I plan weddings in Los Angeles, Central Coast, and Orange/Ventura/San Diego Counties.

Awarded Best of Zola
“My wife, Kristie, and I are writing this on our one-year wedding anniversary, and as we reflect on that unforgettable day, it’s impossible not to think of Tavi and the extraordinary role she played in bringing it all together. Simply put, we hit the jackpot with her as our wedding planner. From our very first meeting, we were drawn to Tavi’s calm, grounded presence and the genuine care she showed in getting to know us. Her deep knowledge of weddings, paired with her warm and approachable demeanor, made every step of the planning process feel manageable and, dare we say, enjoyable. People told us to “enjoy the planning,” but it wasn’t until we worked with Tavi that we truly understood what that meant. She made it easy to trust the process—and just when stress would start to creep in, a single call or email from her would immediately bring us back to center. Tavi’s passion for what she does shines in everything—from the big picture to the tiniest detail. She has an incredible gift for listening, for understanding what matters most to her couples, and for making those things come to life with such heart and precision. No detail was too small, no task too tedious. Whether it was vendor coordination, timeline logistics, or just making sure we took a breath and a bite during the big day, she had it covered—always thinking five steps ahead. Her vendor recommendations alone were worth their weight in gold. Each introduction she made felt thoughtful and aligned with who we were as a couple. It saved us so much time and energy, and it was clear that the people she surrounds herself with are just as dedicated and professional as she is. Thanks to Tavi, we were able to be fully present on our wedding day. We didn’t have to worry about a thing. One of the most touching gestures was how she made sure we had a quiet moment to ourselves after the ceremony, complete with our favorite appetizers and drinks. Later, we came back from golden hour photos to find a beautifully plated meal and cold drinks waiting for us—something that often gets missed in the whirlwind of a wedding. These little moments made a world of difference, and they happened because Tavi cared enough to make them happen. Our wedding would not have been what it was without Tavi’s dedication, intuition, and steady hand. She gave us the gift of peace, joy, and the ability to fully experience one of the most important days of our lives. We are forever grateful to her—for her patience, her warmth, and the love she puts into her work. With all our hearts, Kristie & Xavier”
Xavier & K., 2 years ago