The Best Wedding Planners in Carlsbad, CA

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443 Wedding Planners in Carlsbad, CA

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R&R Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Welcome to R&R Collective! We are a group of women here to make your wedding preparations easier, more affordable, and as magical as you’ve always dreamed! We are a one-stop shop for your coordination, decor, bartending, and photography needs for your day! Whether you’re a DIY bride or not sure where to start, let us hold your hand and guide you through the process! Introductions to our team are on their way! 2024 Wedding Season is booking! DM, text, or email us with any questions or info on how to book!

Awarded Best of Zola
R&R Collective was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the beginning, they were easy to talk to and very engaging, ensuring we were all on the same page about our vision. Their communication was cohesive, and they were incredibly attentive and detail-oriented, planning for all the little things that made our day so special. R&R Collective truly brought my vision to life - I showed them all the materials I had purchased, and they went to work, almost as if they had stepped into my brain and brought out everything I had imagined and more! They are such an amazing team that worked seamlessly together, overcoming any little hiccups with ease. I can't thank them enough for being there on our special day and making everything go so smoothly.
Kelly G., a year ago
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TMF Events 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

With a passion for design and 11+ years of experience, Terri is able to curate an event that matches your design aesthetic, keep things on track, and make the planning process as easy as possible so you can focus on enjoying every moment of your big day.

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I contacted Terri, at TMF, to discuss my daughter’s upcoming bridal shower and she was amazing!  I had a few ideas of what I was looking for and she understood what I was imagining and really refined what I was thinking and converted my few thoughts into a cohesive theme and a beautiful event for my daughter! The bridal shower was beautiful!  The decor, theme, drinks, food, tables and chairs, decorations, umbrellas… and so many details… all came together so beautifully. It was quite impressive to see the event space transformed into my daughter’s dream shower! Because Terri is so creative, organized, resourceful and is a great communicator, I was able to host my daughter’s bridal shower and actually participate and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime moment stress free.  I highly recommend contacting Terri/TMF to anybody who wants a true professional to create an amazing event guests will really love and you can be proud to host.
Annamaria P., 3 months ago
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Fete Events 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $495

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
From the moment we began planning our wedding, we knew we wanted someone who could not only understand our vision but elevate it beyond our wildest dreams. Carolyn our incredible wedding planner who turned our dream wedding into a breathtaking reality! From our very first meeting, Carolyn exuded professionalism and warmth. She took the time to listen to our ideas, understand our personalities, and helped us articulate what we truly wanted for our special day. Her creativity and attention to detail were evident from the start, and we were immediately put at ease knowing we were in such capable hands. Throughout the planning process, Carolyn was a constant source of support and inspiration. She provided us with a wealth of resources, vendor recommendations, and innovative ideas that we hadn't even considered. Her organizational skills are unmatched; she created a detailed timeline and kept us on track every step of the way, allowing us to truly enjoy the experience without feeling overwhelmed. On the day of the wedding, Carolyn was nothing short of a miracle worker. She coordinated every detail seamlessly, from the setup to the final send-off, ensuring everything went off without a hitch. Her calm demeanour and problem-solving skills shone brightly, allowing us to be fully present and enjoy every moment of our celebration. It was like she could read my mind. Snacks, drinks and anything in between! Our guests are still raving about how beautiful everything was, from the stunning floral arrangements to the perfectly executed timeline. It was clear that Carolyn’s hard work and dedication were infused into every aspect of our wedding. If you’re looking for a wedding planner who is not only talented but also genuinely cares about making your day special, look no further than Carolyn. She is a true gem in the wedding industry, and we couldn’t have imagined our big day without her. Thank you, Carolyn, for making our wedding an unforgettable experience—we are forever grateful for all you have done. All Our Best, Jackie
Jackie M., a year ago
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Slay Events 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Offers 3 services

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 a lot of wedding industry people that I've had the pleasure of getting to know and Slay Events with Lily stands out. These are the traits that you will find in her and her group: 1. Detail Oriented - SO SO much detail goes into a memorable wedding and Lily is the kind of person to ensure that EVERY detail is accounted for, allowing you to relax and ENJOY the experience. I've seen several couples OVERJOYED with her team on their wedding day because every detail was taken care of. 2. Charming - Here's a hidden truth about the industry -- as a vendor, it pays to be magnetic and charming because it greases the wheels and makes things happen. If you look tired, unfriendly, and unreliable, no one will want to work with you. HOWEVER, if you are positive, well put together, and professional, then vendors, coordinators, and caterers take you seriously and will work well with you. This means getting all the puzzle pieces to the perfect wedding in place on your special day. Lily's company is not only respected by the clients she works with but also among those in the wedding industry. For myself as and wedding venue, I breath a sigh of relief whenever I hear that Lily is on the job. Her magnetic personality is a perfect fit as So Cal's premier wedding coordinator. 3. Hard Working - Lily goes that extra mile to make sure the lead up to your special day is worry free and enjoyable as possible. My tell tale sign of a good coordinator is that on wedding day, they are BUSY and COMMUNICATING. Lily is a buzz of activity, directing the couple and their families, and staying in touch with vendors and caterers. She understands that she is the linchpin who ensuring that the day is a success. Highly HIGHLY recommend Slay Events.
Jesse Yi, 2 years ago
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Sugarplum & Co. Planners 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,800

We're Sugarplum & Co. Planners -- A boutique wedding planning company located in San Diego + Central Florida 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
Kissweet Events 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,995

San Diego Wedding Coordination + world wide. As wedding coordinators, we are there to inspire, guide and coach you in the planning of your wedding. Our goal is to ensure that the perfect day you have envisioned happens exactly as planned.

I We LOVED working with Stacey and can’t say enough good things about her. We got her month of day of package, but she began checking in with us starting a whole year prior to our wedding! After our wedding day my husband said that getting Stacey was the best money we ever spent on our wedding. Stacey is so friendly, I truly looked forward to our calls with her! She really makes you feel like she is your friend and that she is truly invested in the success of your day. She totally guided me through our tablescape (a word I’d literally never heard before she mentioned it to me) and was able to provide me with contacts for rentals for napkins, chargers, and the beautiful ceremony arch we had. She also recommended our awesome dj, she said he could read the room and play music to keep people out dancing, and she was absolutely correct! It really feels like Stacey cares about your day being beautiful and put together just as much as you do, which is a rare thing. For instance, once I began scheming on my tablescape, I fell in love with the idea of having monstera leaf place cards. However, this ended up being more difficult than I had anticipated with a lot of coordination required between the florist and calligrapher, to the point where I decided it was just going to be too difficult and I was going to scrap the whole idea. But Stacey to the rescue, she exclaimed that it was “too cute not to do!” and she made it happen! We also can without reservation recommend Stacey for weddings at the Safari Park. There are a lot of moving parts there as it is a zoo and not just a wedding venue, and there is very limited setup time available. Stacey was able to assist in guiding all our vendors, and she and her assistant beautifully placed all our decorations (welcome table, place settings, etc) which would have been impossible for us to do ourselves, as we had to do our first look prior to the ceremony so we could attend our cocktail hour animal encounter. Stacey was also invaluable both in helping us devise our timeline, and ensuring we stuck to it throughout our day. My maid of honor and my mom both had amazing things to say about Stacey after our wedding day, saying she was constantly moving around and making sure everything went off without a hitch. We as the wedding couple honestly hardly enough noticed all her movement on our day, as she had everything so well in hand that we were able to completely relax, enjoy, and be present in our day. If you want to ensure a seamless and joyful day, hire Stacey!!
Becca H., 5 months ago
Breezy Day 
Rating: 5.0 (55 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Thanks for visiting Breezy Day, we are so happy you are here! We are a sister team in San Diego, committed to helping you make your engagement & wedding day a breeze! WE CANNOT WAIT TO GET TO KNOW YOU!

I honestly think that thanks to Courtney and Heather our wedding day was the most perfect day of our lives - they made everything so STUNNING, so SEAMLESS, so PERFECT, and they absolutely went above and beyond to pour themselves in their action and craft and made our day impeccable. They are so incredibly talented and they master their knowledge and carry themselves so well that I truly feel like they were sent from above. You have nothing to worry with Breezy Day - our day was truly a breeze of love. Thank you both SO SO SO much!
Sofia F., 2 years ago
One Fabulous Event 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

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, One Fabulous Event can meet your every request & ensure that your event is Fabulous! Details & contact are on our website

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot thank Angela enough for all the hard work, attention to detail, and professionalism she brought to our wedding planning and day-of coordination. From the moment we hired her, she was organized, thoughtful, and always one step ahead. She helped us navigate every decision with ease, from the smallest details to the big picture, and always made us feel at ease. Angela's communication was excellent throughout the entire process. She listened carefully to our ideas and then offered her expert advice, which was always on point. Her recommendations were incredibly helpful, and we felt confident knowing she was handling everything behind the scenes. On our wedding day, Angela truly shined. She kept everything running smoothly, ensuring that every part of the day flowed perfectly. Her calm and reassuring presence kept us all on track, and we were able to enjoy every moment without worrying about a thing. It was clear that Angela cares deeply about her clients and genuinely loves what she does. Thanks to Angela, our wedding was flawless, and we could not have asked for a better coordinator. If you’re looking for someone to make your special day stress-free and unforgettable, Angela is the perfect choice!
Liza A., a year ago
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The Perfect Pair Wedding 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

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
Clemence helped us navigate coordinating our wedding from day 1 and truly lifted so much of the stress of planning off of ourselves. She was very easy to communicate with and always made herself available for questions or talking through certain aspects of planning the day. She took control of communication with our vendors several months in advance and was extremely organized. Her expertise with wedding planning & coordination made us feel very confident going into our big day. Clemence and her team made our actual wedding day and absolute breeze – my husband and I both felt like every aspect was under control and no one was left wondering where they needed to be next, and it was such a relief to not have to handle those details ourselves. We never had to worry about anything going wrong because Clemence had everything under control at all times. Her team was such a pleasure to work with, I highly recommend using them for your special day!
Kendall G., 2 years ago
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ForEvermore Weddings by Stephany 
Rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Hi Beautiful Friends! I'm Stephany, your new third wheel & wedding day BFF! I am so excited to work with you! I make it my mission to ensure my brides are EMPOWERED to create the wedding of THEIR dreams! So what does a wedding planner do? Consider me your wedding day muscles!! From the first consultation to the final send-off, I will be there every step of the way to ensure a flawless and stress-free experience so you can live your DREAM day. ✨ When I am not planning a dream wedding or an awesome event, you can find me at the pool, the beach, the gym or hunting Tic Tock for the best San Diego eats!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Stephany and Erika with Forevermore was such a wonderful experience and I am so so beyond happy that we went with them to help keep our day organized and on track. In terms of planning: We got married at Monserate Winery and they knew the venue and everything relating to it like the back of their hand. This eased so much stress for us. From the very start of our meetings with them I felt taken care of and a huge weight lifted off my shoulders. Scheduling meetings was easy and they were always able to answer my questions. They were in contact with all of our vendors and made sure everyone else had what they needed. Truly the months leading up to the wedding I was able to focus on other items and felt like their team was on track and taking care of everything they needed to! Wedding Day: I had not a single ounce of stress day of. Erika and Stephany took care of anything and everything. They always had a beverage ready for me/my husband, kept the timeline completely on track, and were able to take care of anything we needed spur of the moment. They set up all my decor exactly as I was hoping and everything looked so beautiful. Things could not have gone more smoothly. People always say something will go wrong day of but genuinely if anything did, I didn't know about it and Stephany and Erika took care of it. I would recommend everybody to pick Stephany and her team to help plan their day, I cannot suggest them enough! 1000000/10. Everyone in our bridal party/guests thought they were so lovely to work with as well. Thank you Forevermore Team!
Lauren C., 2 months ago
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Timeless Ties 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

We’re two friends based in sunny San Diego, and we’re passionate about turning your dream wedding into a reality. While we call the West Coast home, we love traveling across the country to help couples create unforgettable celebrations. From the big decisions to the tiniest details, we can’t wait to be a part of your planning journey and make your special day as magical as possible. Let’s make your wedding everything you’ve imagined and more!

Awarded Best of Zola
Kate did such a great job to help make everything run perfectly on my best friends wedding day!! Service was bad so she was running around face timing us on the WiFi making sure everything worked smoothly for us. She took photos / videos during the ceremony so bride could have them night of. She was so great and helpful to all of us involved with the wedding and just all around fantastic. 10/10
Tabitha B., 6 months ago
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Serene Events and Design 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Based in San Diego, Serene Events and Design is a full-service, boutique wedding planning company led by Korina. Korina and her team are passionate planners and strive for perfection with a keen eye for style and quality. With a specialization in full-service wedding planning and design, every wedding is meticulously crafted and tailored to the couple's individual style and preference, including personalized wedding management and impeccable implementation. The team's exceptional work has been featured in SMP, Magnolia Rouge, Ruffled, Southern California Bride and The White Wren.

Awarded Best of Zola
Serene Events and Design were an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. Korina was always readily available to take phone calls or reply to texts, and she responded to emails quickly too. Although I didn't get full service planning, Korina went well beyond what she was hired for - she helped us find a venue promptly after our first one burned down. On our wedding day, Korina and her team made everything seamless from start to finish. They made wonderful design suggestions that were executed to perfection, and I had not a worry in the world on our day. I wanted to give Korina a very heartfelt thank you for bringing the vision of our wedding to life.
Melissa K., 8 months ago
Bryce Gaston Events 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

** Please inquire directly with us (we are not able to respond here since it charges us). You can search us on your preferred search engine or social media. Bryce Gaston Events brings an unparalleled standard of detail to high-end weddings in Southern California. We'll plan your wedding seamlessly by prioritizing even the smallest details and designing a day that doesn't just look stunning but creates memories that last a lifetime. We service San Diego, Santa Barbara, Palm Springs, Temecula, Santa Ynez, Los Angeles, Orange County, and beyond.

I can say with full confidence that our wedding would not have been possible without Bryce Gaston Events. From the beginning, Bryce took my vision and brought it to life in a way that exceeded our expectations and what we even thought was possible. Bryce not only ensured every detail was perfect but also advocated for us when it came to dealing with a VERY challenging venue that fought us on just about everything. Her extensive relationships with vendors gave us access to the best options, and she skillfully negotiated on our behalf, always keeping our best interests at heart. Even when my hair and makeup canceled 9 days before the wedding, she was able to help me secure the best artist who was better than who I'd originally chosen, myself. When the venue’s freight elevator broke on the day of the event, Bryce already had a Plan B in place, ensuring everything went off without a hitch. Thanks to her preparation and quick thinking, the day was flawless and our guests are still talking about our wedding! She was organized in the way she presented how everything would look day of, and always had a creative solution. Everything felt custom and tailored and was true to who we are. Her experience is truly unmatched. Truly every detail and minute of the day was accounted for with aisle planner and a schedule. If you want a planner who truly cares, has impeccable taste, is patient, and goes above and beyond to ensure your day is perfect, Bryce is the one. She was always accessible and had a creative solution for any issue that arose. I can't say enough about Bryce, but I know that we genuinely couldn’t have done this without her. I learned so much from working with her and I am forever grateful for how she brought my dream vision to life. Here's a video of some of the details she designed for us: https://www.instagram.com/p/C9-kVdQJDqN/
Sarah G., 2 years ago
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Meagan Hilss Events 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Hi, I’m Meagan, and I’d love to help make your big day special! I started my career in the corporate world, taking on various roles in marketing, event planning, project management and business operations. Creating MHE is my way of combining all those experiences into one job that I’m truly passionate about. I love every part of the planning process, from the tiniest details to the biggest moments. My goal is to bring your vision to life and create unforgettable memories that reflect your unique love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Megan was the absolute best! She was on top of everything and was so wonderful to work with. Professional, kind and helpful! She made the wedding day absolutely perfect! My son and his wife didn’t have to worry about a thing! I will hopefully get to work with her again when my other kids get married. She is amazing and so talented!
Jen W., 4 months ago
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Calmerin Designs and Events 
Rating: 4.8 (17 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

When you’re in the business of bringing people together, it never feels like work. Calmerin Designs and Events (CDE) is an event planning and coordinating company. We are a family-owned and operated business. CDE was born after many requests from friends and family to offer our love for hosting events to a service we can provide to others. The CDE squad has planned intimate affairs for 10 guests to more elaborate weddings for 500 guests.

Awarded Best of Zola
I could not recommend Glennie and her team more! They worked behind the scenes to make everything run smoothly during our wedding and leading up to the event! From creating group chats with our entourage for open communication to creating a minute by minute schedule of the event. She was PERFECT! She also coordinated with all vendors and helped solve problems without having to involve my husband and I!
Danielle S., 5 months ago
Best Day Ever Weddings + Events 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Stephanie Wooding (Owner / Lead Planner) When it comes to planning your event, it’s really about how that person (or team) embraces and uses that job experience in a resourceful and creative way. I’m a practical, organized, creative, resourceful, and resilient, “jeans and t-shirt” type chick. Well, the San Diego part of me is anyway. The LA in me is a driven, problem-solving, A-type, “take no guff” lady boss, that gets the job done on time, and within a realistic budget.

Awarded Best of Zola
Stephanie kept me on track, she helped me make sure things were done when they were supposed to! I honestly could not have had such a great wedding without her! I provided her with my vision and gave her creative license to make it happen and she delivered! The last month of wedding planning life threw us some curve balls and Stephanie was so kind to us during that challenging time. If you are not sure whether or not you need a wedding planner, you do. Let me tell you not having to worry about set up, clean up, timelines and who knows what else made my day a breeze as a bride. Also Bonus! I was able to use some of her items-I didn’t have to buy them!!
Amanda H., 2 years ago
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Amor Atelier Wedding Planning & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

As your Wedding Planner, our mission at Amor Atelier is to help you enjoy the wedding planning process while we focus on perfecting each and every detail for your wedding. We partner with you to capture the essence of your personal style, honor your once-in-a-lifetime love story, and celebrate life’s most remarkable moments. We believe you deserve a wedding planner by your side who is truly invested in going above and beyond to make your dreams come true.

Awarded Best of Zola
Olivia is, without a doubt, one of the sweetest, most caring, and thoughtful people I’ve ever met. She was an absolute joy to work with from start to finish during our wedding planning process. I still remember our first phone call—it went nearly 30 minutes over because chatting with her was so easy and fun. From that moment, I knew she was the perfect match to be our planner. Olivia is incredibly detail-oriented and truly committed to making your day perfect. As a type-A person myself, I deeply appreciated her meticulous approach and her ability to stay on top of every little detail. My mom was especially impressed with Olivia from the moment they met at our venue tasting. Olivia managed all our vendors flawlessly and paid close attention to the small touches that made our day feel so personal and “us.” With my parents living across the country, it meant the world to them to be able to fully enjoy the weekend knowing Olivia had everything handled. Our wedding day was everything we dreamed of—and more—thanks to Olivia and her amazing team. I would recommend her to absolutely anyone!
Samantha B., 5 months ago
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Lily Meadow Events 
Rating: 4.7 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

I love to plan all events, especially Wedding's. I don't view this as work, I view this as fun and a hobby, and I treat every wedding as if it was my own. From Planning to Execution, I view everything as if it was my own event, so I strive for perfection in everything! I love to craft and can make anything that you need: Bridesmaids Gifts, Seating Charts, Hangover Kits, you name it, I can do it!

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we started working with Samantha Vande Vegte, we knew we were in great hands. Her communication style was quick, hands-on, and extremely knowledgeable. Samantha's passion, happiness, creativity, and heartfelt approach truly shone through in every aspect of our wedding planning. We had initially told ourselves we didn't need a coordinator, but Samantha informed us of so many important details we never would have thought of on our own. She went above and beyond to ensure our special day ran smoothly, from arranging hors d'oeuvres between the ceremony and reception to keeping everything on a perfect timeline. We had time to fully enjoy ourselves and connect with our loved ones, all thanks to Samantha's incredible organizational skills and intuitive problem-solving. Samantha is honest, flexible, and so passionate about her work - you can tell she truly loves what she does. We would regret not hiring Samantha as our wedding coordinator, as she made our day absolutely perfect.
Candie S., 2 years ago
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Zuzu Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Zuzu Collective is a bespoke luxury wedding planner specializing in immersive, story-driven weddings in San Diego and throughout California + Worldwide. We craft personalized, extraordinary weddings that reflect your love story and create unforgettable experiences for you and your guests.

Zoe put in so much hard work leading up to the wedding and especially on the day of. She pulled off a huge afternoon tea wedding with grace, good cheer, and patience. Everything was just so beautiful, I didn’t want it to end! Every time I talk to my mama about what an incredible job she did she says Zoe never stopped working so quickly and efficiently the whole day!! From the moment I spoke with Zoe, I knew I wanted her to be the one to make my afternoon tea wedding reception come true! She is so kind and organized and quick to respond to questions. She made a timeline for the wedding and added teacups, teapots, and a cute cart to the timeline so it wasn't just text on white paper. She really is more of a months-before-coordinator instead of a day-of-coordinator. She responded to texts and emails quickly and helped me stay calm leading up to the wedding day. Zoe met me, my then future husband, my mama and dad, and our caterer at the bridge club about two weeks before the big day. She helped figure out where everything was going to go and had a contingency plan in case it rained (which it did) She timed out how long it would take for my parents to walk me down the aisle so we knew how long we could let the processional song play. On the big day, it was raining but that didn't spoil Zoe's mood or ability to put everything together in a timely manner. She worked alongside our tea service person to set 14 tables with different color tablecloths, mismatched teacups, saucers, bread plates, luncheon plates, 3-tiered stands, water glasses, coupe glasses, napkins, decorative books, table numbers, bud vases, and wedding favors for 52 people. She also set-up our welcome table with bread and butter, water dispensers, guest book, and library card catalog for the seating chart. In addition to all this, she made sure I had my bouquet and was ready to walk down the aisle on-time, played the 3 different songs we had for the ceremony, and wrangled the guests to be seated and placed our floral arrangements on either side of the alter. During the afternoon tea she poured water, Prosecco, and sparkling apple cider for everyone. She played our Spotify playlist from her phone and brought out the wedding cake for us to cut. Once the reception was over, she and our tea server packed up all of the items so our Taskrabbit person could take everything back to our condo. She did this so quickly and efficiently and told me and my husband we didn't need to help. I really don't think we could have pulled off such a huge event without her!! Oh! and she was so sweet during the getting ready portion of the day, she gave me a glass teapot ornament as a wedding day gift (((*warm fuzzies*)))
Ginger W., 4 months ago
San Diego Life Events 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,999
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

San Diego Life Events was founded by a San Diego local with a passion for planning weddings and events. Wedding Planning and Day Of Coordination is our specialty, and creating memorable events is what San Diego Life Events is known for. We listen to our Clients, and will work with you to bring your celebration to life! We are well-known in the community for our personable team, vendor connections, budget-savvy flexibility, and sense of urgency to deliver in even the shortest of deadlines.

Rachel is a lifesaver! She's there for you from day one. We booked her for partial planning and I am so glad we had her through the whole process. Rachel is honestly more than just a coordinator. She got to know us and befriend us; I even got the cutest dinosaur plushie gift from her when I told her I was a paleontologist! She's on top of everything; she'll send payment reminders, reach out to vendors, give great advice, help you through rehearsal, and make you feel taken care of. Our wedding day went perfectly and we had zero worries about the venue, vendors, or guests. My partner and I were able to enjoy our day together! Thank you Rachel, and Austin! You made our wedding so special. It would not have been the same without you.
Brooke B., a year ago
Taylor To You Events 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

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
I've had the pleasure of working on close to 10 weddings with Taylor To You Events. Each one was seamless, stress-free, and stunning. Taylor and her team are clear and prompt communicators. Their attention to detail and eye for design will leave your wedding day looking breathtakingly beautiful. Taylor To You Events does a great job coordinating all of your vendors so you don't have to! As a fellow wedding vendor, I never have any questions when it comes to wedding day thanks to Taylor and her team!
Destined To B., a year ago
Spark & Sage Events 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Because planning a wedding is a big deal and a big investment, you need someone you can count on to take your hard work and make sure that all that time and effort pays off. With transparent pricing, honest guidance, and realistic advice, I’m committed to a partnership rooted in understanding and care, ensuring you’re supported every step of turning your wedding vision into reality. Not every couple needs full service planning, so I offer foundational services designed to fill in the gaps where things often get overlooked. I’m here to help you navigate the final steps and avoid the stress of last-minute surprises.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Spark & Sage Events to coordinate our wedding, we knew we were in good hands. Amanda and her team were incredibly helpful, ultra communicative, consistent, and dependable throughout the entire planning process. Her attention to detail and clear communication style made our wedding day a low-stress experience. Amanda was SO attentive to guests, answered their questions, and managed vendor communications seamlessly. We also were able to have multiple meetings before the day, as well as for the rehearsal. She provided us with a list of amazing vendors and even lent us some additional items we could borrow on the day. It also felt very comforting that she not only got married at our venue (Scripps Seaside Forum), but also knew almost all of our vendors intimately from past weddings/events. Having access to AislePlanner and a venue planning site was such a game changer and helped us feel like we had a strong hold on the planning process. We truly received so many compliments from our guests about how smoothly everything ran. Spark & Sage Events provided high-value, affordable service, and I would recommend them time and time again to any couple looking for an experienced, dependable wedding coordinator!!
Alyssa E., a year ago
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Lily May Events & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

I have been officially working as a professional wedding planner since 2017. My love of all things weddings and events began at an early age. I worked at a country club in the summers before my freshman and sophomore year of college, I worked on the food and beverage staff which included being a banquet server, and can you guess which was my favorite shift to work, you guessed it, the weddings. Once I got to the point in my life where my friends were starting to get engaged and I was a bridesmaid in their weddings, I found myself taking on extra duties and wanting to be more involved that it hit me, I need to pursue being an event planner.

Awarded Best of Zola
Miranda was absolutely amazing. We worked with her for a year to plan for our Sonoma wedding. She was recommended from a friend whose wedding she also planned and it was stunning. Even though she was not from the Sonoma area, she did an amazing job finding everything from the venue, to the vendors, photographer, and DJ. She has great attention to detail and really makes you feel at ease in the planning process. We had absolutely no idea what we wanted or what we were doing, but she made both me and my husband way less stressed on every matter. We even had a last minute DJ issue and she found us a new one right away. She helped set up food tastings and made sure we were on track for the big day in terms of seating charts and other small details. The wedding was perfect and she did a fantastic job telling us exactly what to do and where to be. She even helped my brother, the officiant, with what he was suppose to say during the ceremony, as this was his first time officiating. She did the signage, decor, literally everything and alleviated all the stress and jitters on our day. I couldn’t recommend her enough to plan and help on your day. I’d hire her again ten times over! Thank you, Miranda!!
Talia S., a year ago
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All the Honey Events 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Hi there were Jennifer and Jessica the team behind All the Honey Events. We specialize in creating magical moments that will leave a lasting impression. From wedding coordinating to event rentals to luxury silk floral arrangements to bartending services we have everything you need to make your big day truly special. We are a one stop shop event planning company serving San Diego and beyond, dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences.

Awarded Best of Zola
I really enjoyed working with them. They were prompt in their responses and so easy to work with. The flower wall was absolutely beautiful, and you can tell they take pride in their presentation. They were very accommodating when we needed to shift from an outdoor event to an indoor one because of the rain. The entire process from start to finish was smooth. I highly recommend them for their professionalism and their stunning product. I hope to work with them again on another event!
PerisAnn, 4 months ago
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Aficial Events 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Aficial Events is a small wedding planning business. I offer 2-Month Coordination + Day-of Services, Partial and Full Event Planning. I specialize in creating a relaxed, cool, and enjoyable wedding day filled with unique elements that tell the story of the couple. I love working with individuals with a clear yet flexible vision and are chill, fun, and non-traditional!

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I didn’t know when we first started wedding planning that we would end up needing to change venues and find a wedding coordinator last minute, after already booking all our other vendors and planning a majority of the details. Karen was an answered prayer and thankfully was available to help us out with a 2 months Day-of Coordination package. Once she hopped on and worked with us two months out, we instantly felt relief & confidence that our special day was in good hands. Communication was great, her organization, her attention to detail and quick problem solving is unmatched. And she only works with the best - her assistant was just as amazing. Karen has a true eye for talent AND she genuinely cares! She has a special way of connecting with everyone and making you laugh and feel at ease even when the unexpected comes up. The wedding day came and everything went smoothly and beautifully! Karen was the glue between us, the guests, the vendors and our venue. We’re still waiting for our photography and videography to come back but from what friends and family have shared, they did an amazing job putting together the decor and all the details! My husband and I were in complete bliss and don’t think we ever had a worry during the day. It was funny because post-wedding, my husband and I were talking about how we should’ve hired a content creator because we were feeling so impatient with waiting for our photographer and videographer edits. Only to log onto Instagram moments later to see some beautiful stories from Karen and her assistant! AMAZING There is not enough money or reviews to thank Karen and her team enough. Karen is absolutely the best. In the words of my husband, she is the GOAT. He literally told me “You can give her all our money.” and honestly if we could start over, we would have hired and paid her for the Full Planning package for her expertise from beginning to end!
Angeline R., 5 months ago
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Creative Happens Events 
Rating: 4.4 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Creative Happens Events was founded in 2017 by Daniel DeSantis-Mallia. An experience Event Planner, Daniel's goal was to offer Wedding and Event Planning services that are both affordable and high quality. Our offerings are designed to ensure our clients can relax and enjoy their celebrations. We treat every event as though it is our client's most important day. The special moments in our lives also tend to be the most creative moments. That is where our tagline comes in, "When Life Happens, Creative Happens!"

I’ve worked with Creative Happens planning team for over three years and they have been very professional and flexible to work with. Their level of attention to details surpasses other planning companies we’ve worked with for 15 years in the business. I highly recommend Creative Happens and their team to support clients on their wedding day or any events.
Oceanic Flowers, 3 years ago
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Myranda Wright Events 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Myranda Wright Events is a premier wedding planning and design company based out of San Diego, California dedicated to turning your dream wedding into a reality. Myranda is committed to creating a unique and personalized experience for each couple, ensuring that every detail reflects your love story and vision. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, Myranda Wright Events specialize in curating unforgettable moments that last a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure of working with Myranda and her team recently, and I truly couldn’t recommend them enough! The entire process was seamless from start to finish. Her clear communication and strong organizational skills made me feel fully prepared every step of the way. Myranda has an incredible eye for detail and approaches every aspect of planning with intention. Most importantly, the end result was absolutely perfect in every way. I wholeheartedly recommend Myranda Wright Events to anyone looking for a dependable, detail-oriented, and highly organized wedding planner!
Alessia Del M., 2 months ago

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