The Best Wedding Planners in Carlsbad, CA

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497 Wedding Planners in Carlsbad, CA

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KB Weddings and Events LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

KB Weddings & Events is a Southern California-based planning service designed to create seamless, thoughtfully executed weddings. I work closely with each couple to bring their vision to life while keeping the process organized, calm, and stress-free. With a structured approach and a focus on the details, I make sure everything comes together exactly as it should. From Wedding Day Management to more involved planning support, I’m here to handle the logistics so you can truly enjoy the experience and be present for every moment.

“Working with Katie at KB Weddings and Events LLC was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From day one, she communicated with us efficiently and kept everything moving forward without any stress on our end. On the actual day, Katie handled all the table setup and decor while coordinating with every vendor to keep everything on track. Her work ethic was unreal—she was on top of every detail and made sure our day felt truly special. We have nothing but praise for her and will never stop recommending her to anyone planning a wedding. Katie is a gem, and we're so grateful she was part of our celebration.”
Malea W., 2 months ago
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Slay Events 
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google 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
“If we could give more stars we would, Lily ABSOLUTELY deserves it. She was perfect as our wedding coordinator! Even before we officially hired her, she offered to meet me at the venue while I was visiting from out of state, which immediately showed her thoughtfulness and dedication. Her genuineness is what made me confident she was the right person for the job. Before her services officially started, she was always available to answer questions and offer guidance. We purchased the Champagne Package that included 6 weeks of weekly one-on-one meets. She made the meetings fun and something I genuinely looked forward to — thanks to her, I felt excited about the wedding rather than stressed! When she knew she would be unavailable during trip that overlapped with her scheduled service start time, she proactively started her services early to make sure everything was covered — such an incredible level of professionalism and care. Lily made the entire planning process feel seamless and joyful. Her energy, organization, and support on the wedding day were unmatched, and I truly couldn’t have imagined a better coordinator. She made everything feel effortless, fun, and memorable, and we are so grateful for her! Can't recommend her enough!!!”
Joy T., a year ago
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Fete Events 
Rating: 5.0 (48 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 I spoke to Carolyn during our initial phone consultation, I was filled with ease and knew she was the person I could trust in the process of coordinating our special day! Carolyn’s calming and positive demeanor was such a Godsend in the otherwise overwhelming process of making many small decisions leading up to the big day. Communication with Carolyn was such a breeze and she was available through text and several phone call meetings where we would talk through ideas and details. I shared my ideas with her, and she immediately understood my vision and helped so much in executing everything we wanted in our wedding day and more. Carolyn coordinated with our vendors on the month of the wedding to ensure that everyone was on the same page. She helped our day flow so effortlessly and even between several locations from the hotel where we got ready, to the church for our ceremony, to our reception venue, and eventually after party. She added personal touches to the experience that were so special to us. Carolyn is truly such a joy to work with and made us feel so cared for during the whole wedding experience. We were in the best hands. We highly recommend Fête Events to anyone looking for a wedding planner who combines professionalism with a personal touch. Her dedication and expertise ensured that our day was nothing short of perfect, leaving us free to enjoy every moment without worry. Carolyn exceeded our expectations in every way, and we couldn't have asked for a better partner to help bring our dream wedding to life.”
Melina S., 2 years ago
Meilani Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
Carlsbad, CA
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,800

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
“If you are looking for a wedding planner who will go to the moon and back for you, Stacy is the one you want on your wedding day. She brings an incredible amount of experience in weddings and is SO intensely passionate about what she does. We were already impressed by her background in weddings but we were especially impressed with her familiarity with traditional Nigerian weddings – something that was surprising and deeply appreciated. She is your best friend through the process because she means it when she wants you to have a beautiful, and meaningful celebration. She delivered 100%! I also recommend hiring her for bridal steaming because it is one less item to check of your to-do list that has a million items. She steamed all 4 of my outfits and my bridal party dresses to perfection. Thank you again Stacy for all that you do!”
Kelechi A., a year 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., a year ago
Breezy Day 
Rating: 5.0 (65 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!

“Heather and Courtney at Breezy Day really helped make a fabulous wedding for my daughter. The florals by Heathney were outstanding and still drawing compliments. Courtney’s venue knowledge, calm and organized demeanor really helped us along the planning process. Her day of presence was seamless. Both were available for online zoom planning sessions, which was a key component for some long distance coordination. Highly highly recommend.”
Suzanne L., a year ago
The Perfect Pair Wedding 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google 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
“The Perfect Pair Wedding planners were an absolute dream to work with. From the very first interaction, their communication style was calm, clear, and incredibly organized. They truly listened to what we wanted and brought our vision it to life with ease. My husband and I always left our planning meetings feeling calm and excited, knowing Clemence had everything under control. Clemence truly has a special talent for taking a blank slate venue and creating the perfect wedding day with seamless execution. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding planner - The Perfect Pair exceeded all of our expectations and delivered a truly perfect day. WE LOVE CLEMENCE AND CANT THANK HER ENOUGH! She's an absolute rockstar and the best decision we made for our wedding. 3”
Danielle, 2 years ago
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One Fabulous Event 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,400
  • 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,

Awarded Best of Zola
“One Fabulous Event is an exceptional wedding planning company that I highly recommend. Their communication style is precise and well-coordinated, ensuring every detail is carefully managed. The quality of their work is truly outstanding, as they are thorough down to the smallest details. From the reception planning to vendor coordination and the day-of schedule, they were a step ahead, looking after every guest and vendor with a friendly and attentive approach. Their expertise and dedication made our special day seamless and unforgettable.”
Doug, a year ago
Taylor To You Events 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google 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
“Taylor To You Events was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Taylor was very clear and easy to communicate with throughout the entire planning process, always responding promptly to our questions and providing helpful guidance. She was so attentive and detail-oriented, helping with all the little things and big things so that we could all just enjoy the day. Taylor truly brought our vision to life and made everything absolutely perfect. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding planner - her hard work and dedication ensured our special day was truly unforgettable.”
Annaleah R., 2 years ago
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Bryce Gaston Events 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

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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Timeless Ties 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Hi! I am based in sunny San Diego, and am passionate about turning your dream wedding into a reality. While I call the West Coast home, O love traveling across the country to help couples create unforgettable celebrations. From the big decisions to the tiniest details, I 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
“I could not be more thrilled to recommend Kate at Timeless Ties! As someone who was on the fence between a traditional wedding and eloping, Timeless Ties helped me envision and craft an immensely beautiful and special wedding. It encapsulated every bit of love and the joy of sharing the beginning of a lifetime together with our dearest friends. Leading up to the wedding, Kate was intentional about connecting with my fiance and I multiple times to help us plan through all relevant details for preparation. She walked me through her comprehensive wedding planning documents and to develop a wedding timeline. The planning documents included details regarding important contacts, space to assign wedding tasks, and so much more. She connected with wedding vendors, and was especially helpful in connecting with and working with the wedding venue. Timeless Ties even referred us to our dream photographer! On the day of the wedding rehearsal, Kate came for several hours. She helped map out all of the important placement and transitional elements, directed the rehearsal, worked with our DJ, and helped with so many other details. I was unaware of many things that came up in the last minute because Kate handled them all graciously and independently, giving me space to truly be present with family and friends at our rehearsal and rehearsal dinner, and on our wedding the following day. On the wedding day, Kate and her assistant coordinator arrived earlier than I did. Kate is the kind of person who leads by example and hard work; she spent hours setting up chairs, tables, placements, and arranging DIY decor. She worked well with our vendors and was the main point of contact for them the entire day. Kate was the maestro for our timeline and kept everything running according to schedule. During cocktail hour, she and a small team that she led completely changed the main grassy area from a ceremony set up to dinner set up. I wouldn't have changed a thing! If there were any snags in the day, I never knew about them as Kate handled everything. Kate is not only deeply competent, organized, and professional, but an absolute joy to work with. She cared deeply about the vision and priorities my fiance and I had in our wedding, really listened to understand what mattered to us, and spent the time to talk through any potential logistic conflicts to help us have a true understanding of the situation and all of the options available to us. Kate remained a calming presence throughout the wedding day, even as she managed so many details, which truly helped me stay present and able to soak in the day as well. Kate is kind, so positive, and connected with my family and friends. My wedding was one of the most special, incredible days of my life, thanks in no small part to Timeless Ties, and I had a blast spending time with her throughout the process as well!”
Taylor A., 2 years ago
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ForEvermore Weddings by Stephany 
Rating: 4.8 (26 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
“My husband and I want to thank Stephany and her assistant Annie for all the attention given to us on our magical day. Our favorite part of working with Stephany was that she is extremely friendly and funny. Which honestly made us feel comfortable from the day we met, to every meeting that we had before the wedding day. We would recommend Stephany and Annie to family and friends. They are professional, friendly, and most important patient. Not once did we sense they felt overwhelmed or stressed about anything. Which definitely gave us peace of mind knowing everything was under control by them both. We are also thankful that Stephany and Annie went above and beyond for our magical day. We only hired a photographer, but without us asking Stephany and Annie ensured to capture many special moments during the event. Such as us walking down the aisle, dancing with our moms, and getting funky on the dance floor.”
Angel B., 2 years ago
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Meagan Hilss Events 
Rating: 5.0 (23 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., 10 months ago
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Serene Events and Design 
Rating: 5.0 (21 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., a year ago
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Best Day Ever Weddings + Events 
Rating: 5.0 (21 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
“My husband and I had the absolute best experience working with Stephanie, Jenn, and Steven. From the moment we booked with them, I felt completely supported, cared for, and confident that our wedding was in good hands. The planning process: Stephanie is very professional, organized, and knowledgeable. She was always one step ahead and made what could have been an overwhelming planning process feel manageable and enjoyable. One of the biggest advantages of working with her is how well-connected she is within the San Diego wedding industry. Her package included monthly check-ins and access to Aisle Planner, which kept us organized and on track throughout the entire planning process. Her packages also include using decor in her inventory which was another huge perk! The wedding day: Jenn and Steven were amazing to work with. I DIY'ed all my florals, and I greatly appreciated their help in executing this (i.e. efficiently transporting 100 floral arrangements from my hotel to the venue the morning of the wedding as well as arranging them at the venue). I also want to highlight Jenn's calm presence and exceptional problem-solving skills. A few unexpected issues came up involving our vows and my dress, but Jenn quickly stepped in with thoughtful solutions. I can confidently say she saved the day multiple times. Stephanie and her team truly went above and beyond to bring our vision to life. Their dedication, attention to detail, and genuine care for their couples were evident in every interaction. I am so thankful for everything they did to make our wedding day feel seamless, beautiful, and unforgettable.”
Adre R., 4 months ago
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Zuzu Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Zuzu Collective is a bespoke wedding planning studio specializing in immersive, story-driven weddings in San Diego and throughout California and worldwide. We start with your story — your taste, your vision, what you want people to feel — and build a world from there.

“Zuzu Collective was an absolute pleasure to work with as our wedding planners. From the start, their communication style was adaptable, friendly, and attentive to every detail. Zoe, our main point of contact, helped us plan the layouts for both the reception room and ceremony, and she organized a smooth rehearsal for the wedding party. On the day-of, she was incredibly organized, punctual, and well-prepared, handling any challenges that arose with a great attitude. The quality of Zuzu Collective's work was simply outstanding - everything from the decor to the vendor coordination was beautifully executed and easy for us to follow. We highly recommend Zuzu Collective as wedding planners and coordinators. Zoe has great ideas, is well-prepared, and is flexible in adjusting to your needs. We are so grateful for all that she did to help our wedding day run smoothly.”
Ed & E., a year ago
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Calmerin Designs and Events 
Rating: 4.8 (19 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., a year 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
“Planning a wedding from across the country felt overwhelming at times, but working with Olivia Johnson at Amor Atelier made the entire process so much easier. We booked her 90-day coordination package for our wedding at Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego, and it ended up being one of the best decisions we made. From our very first consultation, Olivia stood out. She didn’t treat the call like a sales pitch — she took the time to genuinely get to know us, understand our vision, and learn what mattered most to us. We immediately felt like she cared about making our wedding special, even though we were only booking the 90-day package. She also has a fantastic eye for design and quickly understood the overall look and feel I wanted for the wedding. Throughout the planning process, Olivia was incredibly organized, proactive, and responsive. She helped guide us through decisions when we were feeling indecisive or getting close to deadlines. Even though vendor sourcing technically wasn’t part of our package, she still went out of her way to help us find both our florist and my makeup artist. Her recommendations were spot on — especially our florist, who was able to execute our vision beautifully while staying within our budget. On the wedding day, Olivia and her team handled everything seamlessly. She managed the timeline, coordinated vendors, oversaw setup and breakdown, and shielded us from any stress so we could fully enjoy the day. When plans had to change on the spot, she stayed calm, flexible, and kept everything moving smoothly. At one point during the wedding I wasn’t feeling well, and Olivia immediately stepped in to support me and help come up with solutions so the day could continue comfortably. She also helped us make thoughtful decisions in real time — for example, when our photographer and videographer started going over their scheduled time, she clearly explained our options and helped us extend just long enough to capture dancing footage without adding unnecessary costs. By the day of the wedding, I trusted Olivia completely. She and her assistants were always available for whatever we needed, and everything ran incredibly smoothly because of them. She even made sure all of our personal items were carefully packed and brought back to our room after the event. Our venue required us to hire a planner, and initially we planned to choose the least expensive option because we felt confident handling most things ourselves. I’m so glad we didn’t. Olivia filled in so many gaps we didn’t even realize existed and brought creativity, problem-solving, and a calm professionalism that made a huge difference. If you’re considering working with Olivia, I cannot recommend her enough. She was thoughtful, organized, calming, and truly invested in making our wedding day the best it could possibly be. We genuinely could not have done it without her.”
Alexa Gil A., 6 months ago
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
“Samantha Vande Vegte and her team were incredibly organized and beautifully put together our entire wedding day. They went above and beyond in every way to ensure our special day went off without a hitch. Samantha personally made sure that every detail was attended to, from the gorgeous floral arrangements to the seamless timeline, so that my husband and I could simply enjoy ourselves and be present in the moment. I had the best time knowing that Samantha had organized everything exactly the way I had imagined it. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for making our wedding dreams a reality were evident throughout the entire process. I cannot recommend Samantha and her team highly enough.”
Terecita C., 2 years ago
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San Diego Life Events 
Rating: 5.0 (14 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.

“From the very beginning, Rachel was not only a sweetheart but also a true professional. We hired her for Day Of coordination for our wedding at the Catamaran, and she made sure everything was planned perfectly and ran like a dream. When the notorious bike riders of Mission Beach rolled by just before the ceremony, Rachel skillfully timed the start to make sure they cleared the area. It was such a perfect day, and we truly couldn't have done it without her!”
Reggie B., 2 years ago
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Spark & Sage Events 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google 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., 2 years ago
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All the Honey Events 
Rating: 5.0 (12 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 decor 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, 10 months ago
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KnotbyKrystal 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Hello and welcome! I’m Krystal, and I am so excited to be part of your wedding journey. I joined the wedding industry in January 2025, inspired by my own unforgettable wedding experience in November 2024. The process of planning my dream day was absolutely magical, and it ignited a passion in me to help other brides create the weddings of their dreams. I’m a creative, detail-oriented, and crafty visionary, always striving to make each event unique and personal. I believe that every couple deserves a celebration that reflects their love story, and I’m here to bring that vision to life with dedication and care.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Working with Krystal from KnotbyKrystal made our wedding planning stress-free from start to finish. She responded quickly to every question and email, was always respectful and ready to get things done. On the day of our wedding, Krystal turned our vision into reality with her organized, structured approach to every detail. She and her assistant kept my husband and I fed and hydrated throughout the night, which meant we could actually enjoy our own celebration. What really stood out was how Krystal handled every request and change—big or small—with a positive attitude, which helped everything run smoothly and gave us the exact wedding we dreamed of. We can't thank Krystal enough for making our day so special.”
Marissa G., 23 days 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., 2 years ago
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Sweet Blossom Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Founded in 2010, Sweet Blossom Weddings is a full service wedding planning boutique based in San Diego. We understand that love is in the details and your wedding is an experience that should last a lifetime for you and your guests. Our goal is to design a wedding that is unique to the couple and defines their personality through working together one-on-one in a relaxed and stress-free environment. With our guidance and expertise, we will help you with your wedding, your vision, and your dreams to make it the most memorable day.

“We had the pleasure of working with Sweet Blossom Weddings as our wedding coordinator. Our venue had spoken highly of them so we reached out and were very happy! We had a brief call with the owner, Melissa, and we could tell she was very kind and cared a lot about her couples. We chose the Pear Blossom wedding management service and it was perfect for our needs. Our lead planner, Emily C., jumped into action about 3-4 months before the wedding day. Emily wasn't able to attend our tasting but Melissa stepped in to help guide us and it was so much fun! Emily was so professional, kind, attentive and open to helping us whenever we needed. It was so assuring to have her offer to jump on a zoom call when we needed it! We were so thankful for her to make the timeline, offer recommendations on rentals and so much more. She was so incredible and played a big role in making our wedding day feel so perfect. Emily kept us even more organized and we truly don't think our wedding day could have gone any more seamless all thanks to her! If there were any problems, she handled them gracefully and coordinated everything with ease. We couldn't be more grateful to SBW and of course, Emily! Also shoutout to our day of assistants, Emily P. and Camille for their hardwork!!”
Joan L., 5 months ago
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Heart and Sol Events 
Rating: 4.3 (10 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Hi, I’m Dre, the owner of Heart and Sol Events! I’m so happy you’re here. My mission is to handle all the details leading up to and on your wedding day so you can focus on enjoying every special moment. I’m here to guide you through the exciting and hectic parts of wedding planning, so you can truly be a guest at your own wedding! I thrive under pressure, excel at managing multiple moving pieces, and have no problem stepping up as a leader when decisions need to be made. My goal is to be your biggest cheerleader and teammate. I pride myself on showing up with a smile and keeping that positivity flowing all day for you, and your guests!

Awarded Best of Zola
“I am SO glad I found Dre and her team for our wedding! I am very type A and planned 90% of our wedding but as I got closer to the date, I started to feel overwhelmed and needed an extra hand. I spoke with Dre and immediately felt more at ease. Dre worked with us from the very beginning to make sure all the details I was most worried about were ironed out and taken care of. Dre assigned Lisa as our day-of coordinator and I ABSOLUTELY LOVED LISA! Although Lisa was our main point of contact, Dre was involved every step of the way so it really felt like I had the dream team making sure our wedding went as planned.... & it did!! I can probably go on and on about how amazing Lisa was on the day of! She was professional, SO DETAILED, quick, had amazing energy, and had the best attitude. A handful of my guests even made comments after the wedding about how hard Lisa was working to make sure everyone was taken care of. I had such a great time at my wedding and everything went smoothly (& if it didn't, there is no way I would've known because Lisa was killing it). I cannot thank Lisa and Dre enough for making all my wedding dreams come true!! If I could go back and do it all again, I would book Dre & her team even sooner!!!”
Lolis M., 2 years ago
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Paper Jewels Events 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,350
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

Paper Jewels Events offers full-service wedding and event planning for any occasion, size, and budget. We’re based in Sunny San Diego and service Temecula, South Orange County and have recently expanded to Southern Colorado.

Awarded Best of Zola
“Krista was a major support throughout the planning process. She consistently made it clear that she was available to answer questions and offer guidance whenever we needed it. The wedding day itself flowed smoothly thanks to her and her team’s organization and attention to detail. I was very specific about how I envisioned everything looking and the decorations I brought, and they put everything together even better than I had imagined. Weddings can feel stressful because you have a vision, but can’t personally manage every detail on the day of the wedding. With Krista and her team, you can trust they will handle everything so you can be present and enjoy the moment.”
Skyler F., 8 months ago
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Aficial Events 
Rating: 4.9 (10 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
“Detailed, organized, friendly, and just an overall wonderful human being. We hired Karen for 2-month coordination and right off the bat, she was such a thoughtful planner and her willingness to guide us through anything and everything was amazing. I love a good spreadsheet and Karen has the best!!! Every meeting with her was so productive and we left each one with clear next steps/homework. The day of the wedding, everything went SO smoothly. Karen and her team took care of setting up all of our decor and they did so beautifully! When I arrived to the venue and saw everything, I was taken aback by how stunning everything looked — we had a mix of florals, candles, and fruit for our decor so getting everything set up was no small feat. Karen’s creative eye flawlessly brought my vision to life and I am so so grateful! Outside of decor, Karen’s organization, vendor communication, and speedy cleanup at the end of night was top-notch. We were able to truly enjoy the night, knowing Karen was there. She even took fun videos of the reception on my phone, which were great to watch the morning after to help relive the night :’) Literally each one of my vendors raved about how much they loved working with Karen — if that’s not enough to convince you to hire her for your next event, idk what is! SUCH a pro. Would 100% recommend Karen to any couple!”
Abby V., 2 years ago
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Pineapple Hospitality Events 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Carlsbad, CA

PHE was created from a passion for helping others. What better way than to be on a team that helps bring the joy to one of the biggest days of your life. I'm a operations manager by day and wedding coordinator by weekend and I love it!

Awarded Best of Zola
“Couldn’t have gotten through the process without Jenn! She is on top of everything, always let us know when deadlines were coming up, always had ideas to help when we got stuck, recommendations for where to start looking for vendors and facilities. Took care of all the little problems day of so none of us had to be bothered!!”
Wendy H., a year ago

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