What does a wedding planner do?

Wedding planners offer a range of services, from full-service planning to day-of coordination . Full-service planning can include anything from helping design your events to managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Day-of coordination is more focused on making sure your wedding day goes off without a hitch. In Monterey, CA, 83% of planners offer day-of coordination and 85% can provide some partial planning services.

What's the cost of hiring a wedding planner in Monterey, CA?

Wedding planners start at $950 and run up to $150,000 in Monterey, CA. Quite a range, we know! But keep in mind packages vary tremendously depending on what you’re looking for, so it makes sense to reach out to several planners to find one that can collaborate in the way that’s most helpful (and relaxing) for you.

How much is a day of wedding coordination in Monterey, CA?

Wedding coordinators start at $500 and run up to $9,500 in Monterey, CA.

Do I need a wedding planner or a day of coordinator?

Choosing between a wedding planner and day-of coordinator can be tricky! We recommend asking prospective planners about their packages to understand the best fit for your needs and budget. In Monterey, CA, 81% offer both options, so they can help explain the differences!

Top 40 Wedding Planners in Monterey, CA

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Life in Love Events

5.0

San Jose, CA

Offers 5 services
Starts at $1,500
Serves Monterey, CA

Life in Love Events is a team of Master Certified and Certified Wedding Planners here for couples who: - Are at the beginning of your wedding planning not sure where to start -Have been wedding planning for a while and is stuck on what to do next - Are at the end of their wedding planning and not sure how to tie everything together for the big day We understand the stress, weight, and fear that comes with the task of wedding planning. We are here to walk this wedding planning journey with you, guide you along the way, and ultimately get you to your big day stress-free and confident that your wedding will be all you hoped for.

“If you are looking for a wedding planner who will give her entire heart, body and soul for her couples, look no further than Kirsten at Life in Love Events. Being a DJ who has worked over hundreds of wedding, I've never seen a planner who is more caring and attentive on ever single little detail for her client. And judging on how happy the bride and groom was at the end of the wedding, it comes with no surprise that Kirsten is really good at what she does and you will be in super good hands with her!”

949 Studio (DJ), 6 months ago

Pocketful Of Plans

5.0

Monterey, CA

Offers 4 services
Starts at $9,995

Pocketful Of Plans is a full service wedding and event planning company based in Monterey and Carmel California. We plan events in and around Carmel, Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach, Big Sur, and Monterey. We focus on your priorities and vision for the day or weekend to ensure your guests have a magical and immersive experience.

“Kaitlin and her team at Pocketful of Plans are beyond professional, talented, kind, and such a joy to work with! As a fellow wedding vendor, I always look forward to the events where I get to work alongside her because I know the day will run smoothly and be fun! Hiring Pocketful of Plans is the best decision you can make when you're starting your wedding planning journey- if I could give Kaitlin more than 5 starts I would.”

ShannonCronin Photography, 2 years ago

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Midnight Picnic

5.0

Santa Cruz, CA

Offers 6 services
Starts at $500

Every decision offers an opportunity for reflection and collaboration with your beloved. I help couples navigate planning a huge event while staying focused on the goal of celebrating your union and commitment to one another. I work with my clients to craft customized weddings that tap into the magic of your love story, align with your values, and deepen your connection to one another.

“The process of working with Mischa and Midnight Picnic was great. As a wedding videographer, it's critical that things run smoothly so we can do a good job. We felt supported and taken care of by Mischa and her crew, and also had fun working with them. Highly recommended!”

Mendocino Photo & Video, 7 months ago

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Dina's Deluxe Events

5.0

Los Gatos, CA

Offers 7 services
Starts at $1,500

Dina's Deluxe Events is a wedding planner based in Los Gatos, California. We provide event planning and event coordination as well as decor and event hosting assistance. Professional Planner and Decorator Dina personally plans, designs, and coordinates your wedding according to your vision.

“If you want someone who listens, who takes things off your plate, who plans for the unprotected and makes your wedding day the most amazing day ever, hire Dina!”

Maria and J., a year ago

Atlas Design Studio

5.0

Santa Cruz, CA

Offers 2 services
Starts at $7,000

Located in Santa Cruz, California, Atlas Design Studio is a wedding planning and coordination business that serves the San Francisco Bay, Carmel Valley, and Monterey areas. Founder, Katie Ray, incorporates her past studies at the New York Fashion Institute and extensive experience planning special events into each new project she oversees. The Atlas team aims for clients to enjoy their wedding and the days leading up to it with as little worry as possible, providing assistance and guidance each step of the way.

“Chels from Atlas Design is absolutely amazing. We found her after researching and meeting with many other wedding planners and knew right away she was a perfect fit! We were looking for partial planning services and the most important things for us in a planner were 1) personality fit and 2) a get ‘er done attitude. Chels has both of these and so much more! We couldn’t believe how much she did for us over 1.5 years of planning our wedding - from vendor sourcing to coordination, logistics, timelines, design boards, being a sounding board, day of execution to perfection - The list goes on and on and on. She is delightful. Please look no further if you are looking for someone who will make you feel at ease and like you’ve gained a trusted friend in the end. We loved working with her!”

Kelsie M., 9 months ago

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oso events

5.0

San Jose, CA

Offers 3 services
Starts at $4,000
Serves Monterey, CA

Our wedding planning business was born out of a love for all things dreamy and romantic. We understand that every detail matters when it comes to planning your wedding. That's why we're committed to paying close attention to the small things, while keeping the big picture in mind. Our hope for all of our clients is for them to feel the love and care we've put into building oso events. Your special day matters to us, and we always want to go above and beyond to make it exactly what you envisioned. Our goal is to ensure that you feel comfortable every step of the way to make informed decisions and to make the process as stress-free as possible.

“I first found Raymundo and Michelle on a Facebook wedding group. On a whim, I decided to reach out to them about their photo booth services. Since I first contacted them, they were always very responsive about answering any questions we had. Unfortunately, we didn’t get to meet Michelle on our wedding day, but just from our emails I can tell that she is very sweet and detail-oriented. They took the time to custom design our photo booth template and make sure it was exactly what we wanted, even if it meant multiple revisions for the smallest details. Even though my husband and I didn’t get to interact with them much on the day of our wedding, our guests were very pleased with them! They had so much fun with their photo booth, especially the kids! I highly recommend them and I’m already thinking about the future life events we have ahead of us and how we can incorporate a photo booth so we can work them again!”

Jocelyn, 2 years ago

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The Perfect Pair Wedding

5.0

San Marcos, CA

Offers 4 services
Starts at $2,500
Serves Monterey, 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.

“Our wedding was April 2023 and we booked Clémence for our month of coordinator. She was easy to get a hold of and very good with communication throughout the whole process. She helped before the “month of” when things came up like day of timeline questions and what we should put on invitations as the start time. Clémence was very organized and sent over a google spreadsheet for us to check stuff off as we completed things. She had things on the list that I would have never thought of, which was helpful. We had many hiccups in the planning process with our venue. Our event space coordinator at our venue was not invested in us. There were many errors throughout the process on her end and a change in staff 2 weeks before the wedding. Clémence knew we were very frustrated, but she remained calm and took care of everything. She worked with the new staff to get them up to speed and kept communication with us so we knew she was working behind the scenes. The rehearsal was very thorough. We went through everything to make sure everyone was on the same page and last minute details were finalized. The wedding day went smoothly. Clémence was on site early making sure everything was going according to plan. She came to my getting ready room to check in and see how I was feeling, which was nice and comforting. There were some questions that came up where she was able to ask the groom what we preferred and she texted me a picture of a different setup than what we had discussed because it was windy, to make sure I was ok with changing things. We only hired a photographer and Clémence took videos of our first look, which I’m so thankful for! Throughout the night she kept checking on us and getting us food and drinks if we needed them. Clémence brings an assistant on the wedding day. For our wedding, this was her husband. He was amazing. They worked great together and we could truly tell they loved what they were doing. Clémence has a passion for making couples happy on their wedding day. We loved working with her and so glad we chose her to be our wedding coordinator.”

Dia, 6 months ago

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Love & Laughter Weddings

5.0

Philadelphia, PA

Offers 5 services
Starts at $1,800
Serves Monterey, CA

Welcome to Love & Laughter Weddings - Your Favorite Bilingual Wedding Planning firm! Passionate about emotional connections and guest experience. We offer ALL couples Event Planning + Design Services, Wedding Officiants Services, and Live Wedding Music.

“Where do I even begin with Evelyn and Love & Laughter Weddings? Working with them for our NYC wedding was like having your coolest, most organized friend magically transform into a superhero wedding planner. Five stars aren't enough! From day one, they got our vibe and ran with it. The whole process felt less like business and more like planning a giant party with your best friends who happen to know EVERYTHING about weddings in the city. It was all heart eyes and high-fives from start to finish. The attention to detail was on point. I'm talking about Insta-worthy details that had our guests snapping pics left and right. Our wedding wasn't just an event; it was a personalized masterpiece, carefully curated by the Love & Laughter team. And can we talk about their local knowledge? They didn't just recommend venues; they curated experiences. We ended up with a wedding that was so 'us' it was like they peeked into our dreams and made it happen. What sets Evelyn and the entire team at Love & Laughter apart is their infectious energy. Wedding planning can be stressful, but these guys turned it into a series of laugh-out-loud moments. They made us feel like we were planning the coolest party of the year – and spoiler alert, it totally was. Our wedding day was a blast, and we owe it all to Love & Laughter Weddings. If you want your wedding to be a party and not just an event, these are the people to make it happen. Youthful, professional, and downright awesome.”

Natalia, 6 months ago

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Two Perfect Events

5.0

Palo Alto, CA

Offers 6 services
Starts at $1,500
Serves Monterey, CA

*Please inquire through our website directly for more info, messages on Zola are not monitored* Two Perfect Events was created out of a love for planning. This developed into a greater love of bringing others happiness and relief in their journey in putting together their unique and perfect events.

“Working with Two Perfect Events was a photographer's dream come true. Their unwavering attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills ensured a smooth and seamless wedding experience. Communication was flawless, and they prioritized understanding the couple's vision, allowing for a shared approach in capturing the most beautiful moments. The planning and execution were impeccable, providing a perfect canvas for photography. What truly impressed me was their understanding of photography's nuances—the interplay of light, space, and moments. They strategically crafted settings that enhanced the visual narrative, giving each photograph a unique depth. Two Perfect Events welcomed my creative input, fostering a collaborative environment that elevated the final photographic outcome. Their ability to adapt and innovate in unforeseen circumstances showcased their professionalism and dedication. In summary, Two Perfect Events is a consummate professional, an artist in orchestrating weddings. Their keen eye for detail, client-focused approach, and seamless execution make them a remarkable wedding planner. I highly recommend Two Perfect Events to couples seeking a stress-free, creatively enriched, and utterly beautiful wedding day.”

Ditto Dianto, 8 months ago

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The Venlist-The Virtual Wedding Planner

5.0

Alexandria, VA

Offers 7 services
Starts at $1,000
Serves Monterey, CA

Let's face it, every couple needs wedding planning help and traditional full-blown wedding planning is super expensive! At The Venlist, we're providing a modern way for busy couples to get wedding planning help at a price point that fits their budget from coast to coast.

“I worked with Brittany from The Venlist on a series of styled shoots in Washington, DC. I can't say enough good things about this virtual wedding planning business. Brittany was organized, thoughtful, timely in communication, professional, and extremely calm under pressure. As a wedding photographer, I've worked with many wedding vendors and can recognize when an event is set up for success. Successful wedding planners need skills in time management, communication, and attention to detail. With The Venlist, all of these areas exceeded my expectations. I'd be happy to work with this business again, and I will be recommending them to my friends/clients in the DMV area. Do yourself a favor and reach out to Brittany with your business inquiry!”

Rachel Schrock, 2 years ago

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Calmerin Designs and Events

5.0

San Diego, CA

Offers 3 services
Starts at $950
Serves Monterey, 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.

“Calmerin was the best investment we made for our wedding, hands down!!! Glennie and Ashton were incredible from the start to finish. We knew from the very first phone call that they were going to 100% on top of it, and we were right! The organization and detail of this team is top-notch. We hired them for Jade Package, which is similar to day-of-coordination (which is really more month-of), and was super important given our majority DIY wedding with 170 guests. Plus, Glennie and Ashton were such lovely, kind, and genuine people!! While the bulk of the details and communication was in the month leading up to our wedding, we had access to all of the planning docs as soon as we sent our deposit. The planning docs are AMAZING and so detailed, making us feel like we could transfer all of our knowledge/plans/thoughts to them. This was really important for us since we were doing the majority of the planning, and they executed phenomenally. We were also able to ask them for questions, such as a DJ recommendation. Glennie and Ashton were fantastic during the thorough venue walk-through, video calls, rehearsal with our wedding party, and on the day-of. We were able to drop off all of our wedding stuff (2 SUVs full) the morning of with set-up directions, and we showed up and it looked better than we had imagined/planned for! The tight set-up window from our venue was stressful, but Glennie and Ashton made sure everything was ready to go. They were so great at communicating with our vendors (we got many compliments!) They only texted us 1 small question the day-of, knowing that we were stressed and busy. They were AMAZING throughout the whole night, making sure we were on schedule and that we had everything we needed. We could go on and on about how amazing the team was and how happy we are that we worked with them. Best decision, book them before their calendars fill!”

Bridgette, 24 days ago

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Essence of Flair Weddings and Events, LLC

5.0

New York, NY

Offers 6 services
Starts at $2,500
Serves Monterey, CA

Hey, I'm Teyanna, the creative visionary behind Essence of Flair, your go-to destination for full service Wedding Planning. With certifications as both a Wedding Planner and Destination Wedding Planner, armed with years of experience, and a Nationwide reach to service all locations, I am dedicated to infusing every celebration with a touch of magic. Our full-service approach encompasses meticulous planning, personalized event styling, and exquisite floral arrangements. From intimate affairs to grand celebrations, we are here to turn your dreams into a reality, creating an Essence of Flair that will be etched in your memories forever.

“Teyanna and Essence of Flair was truly an answer to prayer. I had a vision of what I wanted for my wedding day and she executed it perfectly. From our first meeting, she listened attentively and made sure she understood the assignment. Teyanna never tried to push her own agenda, what I wanted was always top priority. She was patient and also provided insight that helped me not only in the decor of my venue but in other areas of my wedding. Teyana was absolutely amazing. My wedding ceremony and reception were perfectly decorated and they exceeded my expectations. When I walked into the ceremony and reception area I said this is what I wanted. Teyanna held my hand through the process. If there were negative things happening, I did not know because Teyana was so in control and positive. I got so many compliments on the decor. All I can say is Essence of Flair understood my vision and followed through. Teyanna went above and beyond. I would recommend her and Essence of Flair to anyone that is planning a wedding or any special event.”

Jennifer F., 2 years ago

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