The Best Wedding Planners in Charlottesville, VA

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167 Wedding Planners in Charlottesville, VA

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Pinnacle Affairs 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

At Pinnacle Affairs, we specialize in thoughtful, well executed events rooted in strong planning and seamless operations. We partner with couples who value organization, clarity, and a steady hand behind the scenes so they can stay present and enjoy their day. From timelines to vendor management, we focus on the logistics that keep your celebration running smoothly, with design support that enhances the experience without overshadowing it.

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I wish I could get married again just to spend more time with Carice and Pinnacle Affairs! As a wedding planner myself, I definitely am pickier than most when it comes to my vendors, but Carice exceeded my wildest dream. She went above and beyond her role as officiant and stepped in silently and seamlessly to fill any gap she saw throughout the day. She coordinated my rehearsal, sewed my dad's bow tie minutes before the ceremony, delivered a stunning ceremony and vow exchange, and effortlessly conducted the chaos around us, all the time with a beaming smile on her face. I will always be indebted to Carice for making my wedding the absolute dream that it was!
Eliana G., 8 months ago
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Event Lane 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Charlottesville, VA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,200

Hi, lovebirds. I’m Cassidy, a big-hearted type A and perpetual wanderluster. I’m here to take the stress off your shoulders and your timeline off your plate. So you can savor the champagne, the getting-ready playlist, the dinner-then-dancing flow of it all. With a background in ballet and a decade of experience choreographing everything from stage productions to global conferences, I know how to keep things moving beautifully. Planning a wedding isn’t just about wielding clipboards. It’s about intentionally making space for joy- your joy.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding day wouldn’t have been as magical or extraordinary of a day if it wasn’t for Cassidy. Leading up to the big day, we had numerous calls and chats where she guided us through every step of the way. She made it all so seamless. I’m not quite sure how she does it, but I wasn’t once stressed through the entire planning process. We had multiple zoom calls and I knew she was always a text or call away (even though I tried my best not to bug her after hours!) Once the wedding day came, it all felt like a dream we didn’t want to wake up from. Cassidy and her assistant, Taylor, went above and beyond for us. When I stepped out of the bridal suite and saw the vision to come to life; it was breathtaking. Cassidy also has a few tricks up her sleeve. She brings her oh sh*t kit which has EVERYTHING you could possible imagine and then some. Thankfully, I didn’t have to use it, but I will say, she has something in there for every scenario. She also will bustle your dress and ensure there are no run away Bobby pins! She truly is one of the best and anyone would be lucky to have her as a planner. I not only got my dream wedding, but I also gained a friend!
Chrissy C., 3 months ago
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Kth Events 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

I’ve always been drawn to bringing people together and creating experiences that make memories last a lifetime. With 8 years within the event industry, I’ve had the privilege of helping couples turn their vision into a reality that’s both beautiful and stress-free. My combination of creativity, attention to detail, and genuine love for celebrating love is what makes me truly invested in every couple I work with.

Kathy was an absolute blessing throughout our wedding planning process. She was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions we had along the way. She made planning feel fun and stress-free instead of overwhelming. She truly went above and beyond in every way — from ironing linens the night before to helping clean up after a full day of coordinating. On the wedding day, everything was executed so seamlessly and smoothly that we were able to fully enjoy every moment. We truly could not have asked for a better coordinator!
Caleb S., a month ago
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Riverwood Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Riverwood Designs is the creative partnership between Joseph and Robert, who bring vibrant energy and a unique perspective to every event they plan and design. Joseph, a full-time Certified Wedding and Event Planner and floral designer, excels in wedding day logistics, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for the couple and their guests. When not creating floral designs, Joseph diligently works on wedding planning and logistics for clients, Monday through Thursday. Rob, a Signature Wedding and Event Designer, is passionate about floral and fashion design, blending classic garden-inspired elements with modern trends.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had an absolutely wonderful experience planning a wedding with Riverwood Designs! They guided us through the entire planning stage, making sure we knew what to get and when to get it. We had frequent meetings where they helped us create a floor plan and an itinerary. Their customer service was excellent the entire time! When it came to the day of, they really blew me away! Just incredibly helpful with decorations and so on top of everything, they kept the day running smoothly. Truly couldn’t have pulled it off without them. Trust me, you’re in safe hands! 10/10, would recommend :)
Shay B., 7 months ago
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Mary Elizabeth Events 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Charlottesville, VA
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,200

To put it simply, we love planning weddings. There's something magical about taking every little detail of such an important occasion and bringing them together to create lifelong memories for our couples and their families. ​ Based in beautiful Charlottesville, we are an experienced wedding and event planner team dedicated to making your dream wedding come to life. We don't want any couple (or their families) to have the stress of managing all of the event details on the wedding day. After all, the guests of honor should be enjoying every moment!

Working with Nadia was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very first meeting, she was kind, professional, creative, and organized. Every detail was handled with such care and we truly felt supported throughout the entire planning process. She understood our vision perfectly and elevated it in ways we never could have imagined. Her communication was always prompt, and on the wedding day itself, everything flowed wonderfully. We even tried out a new layout/timeline for our venue, and she nailed it! We were able to relax and fully enjoy the day knowing she was handling everything. Our wedding was beyond anything we dreamed of, and we owe so much of that to Nadia and Mary Elizabeth Events. If you’re looking for a planner who is organized, creative, organized, open, and genuinely invested in making your day perfect, look no further :)
Mallory B., 7 months ago
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Forever By Fern 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Charlottesville, VA
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $3,500

I have spent the last 8 years planning, coordinating, and running events, conferences, and weddings. When the world froze during COVID, I continued my studies and got my Certified Wedding Planner certificate. It has been beyond fulfilling to bring families together and be a part of couples’ love-filled, special day.

Working with Forever By Fern for our wedding was an absolute pleasure. Their team was incredibly informative, personable, and welcoming throughout the entire planning process. They demonstrated their reliability by expertly coordinating and managing all of the other vendors, getting to know them on a personal level. The quality of their work was truly top-notch - their trend-setting ideas and affordable, gorgeous designs exceeded our expectations. As this was my first time working with a wedding coordinator, I was thrilled by how successful the collaboration was. Fern was very accommodating, checking on me throughout the evening to ensure everything was running smoothly. I truly enjoyed working alongside her and her team, and would highly recommend Forever By Fern to any couple planning their special day.
Karie B., 2 years ago
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All The Dainty Details 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Charlottesville, VA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $4,000

We are professional and creative wedding planners in the heart of Virginia. We specialize in creating highly personal celebrations for busy and modern couples with organization, trust, reliability and expertise. We are adept at understanding our couples needs and vision and we care about your planning experience as much as your wedding day. With over 10 years of hands-on event experience, we are able to produce a streamlined and stress-free planning process for our couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a wedding photographer I see a lot on wedding days… it’s always an added stress on me to fill the role of planner/coordinator on weddings where there is none. However, every time I get the chance to work with Mallory and her team, I know that I can relax and truly show up as just the photographer for that wedding!! Having peace of mind that Mallory is there means that if something does go wrong she will be there to fix things and adjust things, like the timeline, as needed. I absolutely trust her and her team so much and it is always such a joy to work with them! If you need someone in your corner, someone with all the industry secrets, someone who understands exactly what you need throughout the entire planning process, a friend, a problem solver, etc. look no further, Mallory is your girl!!!
Emily Hancock Photography, 4 years ago
Champagne Wishes 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hello I'm Katelyn owner and lead planner for Champagne Wishes. Congratulations on your engagement and thank you for clicking on Champagne Wishes' profile. The CW team is very dedicated to every client, and work incredibly hard to help you throw the wedding you have been dreaming of for your guests. We work with you every step of the way. No wedding is the same; it never should be, and we always treat it as such.

Awarded Best of Zola
Champagne Wishes helped us plan and execute our 75-person wedding in June 2025 in just four months – we’re not sure how we would have done it without them! Starting from our consultation, Katelyn was extremely personable and encouraging. We were of course nervous about our tight timeline, but she quickly made us feel at ease. She honored our vision, asked the right questions, and helped us be decisive during the planning process when we needed it. Sulli took over as our day-of-coordinator and did an amazing job memorizing our timeline and all the small details of the day. She managed parking attendants from CW and tricky traffic down our venue’s one-lane road with ease, ensuring our guests had a seamless experience. Both Katelyn and Sulli were great communicators, answering our many questions in a timely manner and handling all communication with the vendor team as we approached the big day. The best testimony of how well they worked together was that after the wedding we had multiple guests and even fellow vendors remark on how smooth and effortless the day felt. We are so grateful to the entire team and we highly recommend Champagne Wishes for all your wedding planning needs! As a side note, we also worked with CW for some day-of rentals such as gorgeous wooden benches for our ceremony, cocktail tables, and LED candles. They have a large, well-priced inventory and it was super convenient to get everything in one place. Definitely recommend taking a look!
Samantha B., 7 months ago
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Emmy Jane Events 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

At Emmy Jane Events, we specialize in thoughtful wedding planning, seamless coordination, and custom event design. Whether you’re looking for Month-of Coordination, Partial Planning, or Full-Service Wedding Planning, we’re here to support you every step of the way. From arches and centerpieces to aisle markers and finishing touches, we design weddings that reflect your vision and style—while keeping the planning process organized, stress-free, and enjoyable. With Emmy Jane Events we strive to offer affordable services with payment plan options.

Awarded Best of Zola
Emily was by the far the best wedding coordinator out there! She is amazing and I would strongly recommend her. I honestly don’t know what I would have done without her. I was very indecisive about a lot of stuff but she helped talk me through it and figure it out. There was a lot of wedding details I never knew about that she educated me on and pointed me in the right direction. She created a timeline and a vision board which we all really appreciated and felt was very helpful. We were in contact all the time and often times we spoke every day. Her contacting the vendors and being the point of contact for me was a blessing, especially the day of. I was able to fully enjoy my wedding day knowing she was there. She never missed a beat. She is dedicated to this and you can tell its her passion.
Kirsten t., 3 years ago
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Skyler Events 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

A warm welcome! Skyler Events is a wedding planning company dedicated to creating unforgettable celebrations. We specialize in Wedding Management and are passionate about guiding couples along the path from engagement to wedding day in a way that honors their vision.

Natalia is a joy to work with. She is detail oriented, organized and a complete professional who strives to make sure every detail is accounted for. We designed a photo shoot together at my floral studio. She pulled together the rentals, tablescape design and a videographer in a very short turn around time. She would be an asset to your wedding vendor team. I highly recommend her!
Flowergirl C., 3 months ago
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Forever Moments 
Rating: 5.0 (64 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Our Mission Statement: As a Master Certified Wedding Planner, I will cater to your needs for wedding planning, event management, and event design. We, at Forever Moments, strive to bring joy and peace of mind to your wedding day by creating a professional and comfortable environment to achieve goals together as a team.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the opportunity to collaborate with Brittney and the Forever Moments team at the Styled Shoots Across America event hosted at Ivy Rose Barn. Their professionalism and eye for detail were evident throughout the day as they kept everything running smoothly. From a photographer’s perspective, their organization was invaluable—it allowed me to concentrate fully on capturing each design element without distraction. The team’s warm and approachable nature made the day flow with ease, and it was clear how much pride they take in their work. I highly recommend Forever Moments Wedding Planning to any couple searching for a planning team that blends efficiency with genuine care.
Alisha C., 9 months ago
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Dusk to Dawn Events 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,895
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Only Happy Tears Allowed. We believe your wedding should be filled with joy, not jitters. From heartfelt “I do’s” to your final dance, our mission is to ensure you’re fully present for every moment — not worried about what’s next on the schedule. With expert guidance, thoughtful coordination, and a calm, compassionate team by your side, we help turn planning into a peaceful process and your day into a memory worth savoring.

Awarded Best of Zola
We truly can’t imagine our wedding day without Dusk to Dawn Events. From the early planning stages to the final sendoff, their team was by our side every step of the way—calm, organized, and completely on top of every detail. They helped bring our vision to life while making the entire process feel easy and stress-free. We especially appreciated how smoothly everything flowed on the day of—it allowed us to fully enjoy the moment without worrying about a single thing. If you’re looking for planners who are not only talented but genuinely care about your day, this is the team.
Rachel & A., a year ago
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All in the details events and more 
Rating: 4.7 (31 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

All in the Details is a Wedding and Party Planning service based out of Richmond, Virginia. We specialize in day of wedding coordination and party planning, and work within all budgets. All in the Details we believe in service with heart. Navigating the intricacies of monumental moments we strive to ensure that our hearts work speaks for itself. We firmly believe that it is all in the details!

Awarded Best of Zola
Marta and the All in the Details Events and More team were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first call, Marta’s communication style was professional, sweet, thoughtful, organized, and incredibly helpful. Marta went above and beyond just coordinating the day of - she made contact with all our vendors to ensure everything ran smoothly, coordinated our rehearsal, and decorated everything beautifully. Marta and her team are wonderfully organized and efficient, and they even helped us tear down our venue in just 30 minutes! The quality of their work was truly top-notch - everything looked so beautiful, tasteful, and classy. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding planning experience, and we highly recommend All in the Details Events and More to any couple looking for a truly special and stress-free wedding day.
Kate M., 8 months ago
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I Got A Love Jones Events 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Sarah, our lead planner, has been hosting and planning events since 2012. What started as intimate events with family and friends, has expanded to hosting private events for up to 200 guest. Sarah received her Bachelor of Science in Sociology with a minor in African American History in 2016. She also received her Master of Urban Education-School Counseling, K-12 in 2020. She is able to offer expert guidance on what venues and vendors will work best for your specific wedding, based on your specific vision, design, budget, guest count, and overall priorities for your wedding day. Our lead planner is also a certified civil celebrant in Virginia.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sarah was an absolute pleasure to work with! She was able to step in and help us last minute after our previous wedding planner cancelled on us. She was extremely professional, prompt, and supportive. She did her best to make sure our big day was everything we wanted, and ensured that we stayed stress free. I highly recommend booking her for any big events you may need to plan. We will definitely be working with her in the future, and referring her to friends and family!
Rachel Lukwago, M., 6 months ago
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Golden Forest Events LLC 
Rating: 4.9 (29 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA
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Smooth | Flawless | Stress-Free! Golden Forest Events brings liveliness and excitement to our clients and corporations creating an experience. With our eye for design & meticulous attention to detail while listening to what the goal is in creating the experience; we can soar past the expectations with the vast range of knowledge in the creation, management, & production of all meetings, events, and promotions. Coming together from a wide variety of backgrounds, our skilled team of professionals is the backbone of Golden Forest Events. Our ideas and creativity help shape YOUR success for a Smooth, Flawless & Stress-Free Experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
When our Asheville venue cancelled just seven weeks before our wedding, we were devastated. But Morgan and Amanda from Golden Forest Events didn't hesitate to stay with us through the transition to our new Greenville location. Their calm reassurance during that stressful time meant everything to us. They thought through every single detail and kept everything organized from start to finish. On our wedding day, they worked tirelessly and stayed until the very end helping us pack up and clean. Morgan and Amanda treated our wedding like it was their own, and we're grateful for their professionalism and genuine care.
Nancy S., a month ago
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House of Matrimonies 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Serving all 50 states. Brittney is detail-focused and innovative, excelling at achieving the client's desires even with a strict budget. She offers a wide array of packages and services, all of which are customizable to each couple's individual needs. Whether you need help with the event design and decor rentals or want a steady hand steering the ship on the day of the wedding, Brittney is available to ensure that every element of your special day is perfect.

Awarded Best of Zola
Memories Made with Brittney Lashea provided seamless, constant, and adaptable communication throughout our wedding planning process from the day we met her. Her attention to detail and ability to deliver everything we wished for and more was truly remarkable. Brittney went above and beyond, anticipating our every need and expertly troubleshooting any issues behind the scenes so we could simply enjoy our special day. I was shocked to learn that planning weddings is not Brittney's main job, as she executed our day perfectly. We feel incredibly lucky to have had Brittney as our day-of coordinator, and she was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish.
Mary M., 8 months ago
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Lotus Events, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

My name is Katie and I’m the owner of Lotus Events! I am a mother, hopeless romantic, and love all things outdoors. I specialize in rustic weddings, DIY brides, and theme-based weddings. I started planning fundraising events at a young age which led me to start non profits and serve as fundraising/event chairman for many organizations. After years of planning fundraisers and friends weddings, it was time to launch my business. I truly love what I do and hope you become part of my Lotus Family!

Awarded Best of Zola
Katie and her team were amazing to work with! We had rented out a large vacation house as our venue, so we had to bring in everything ourselves as far as setting up tables/chairs, linens, decor, etc. Not only did Katie deliver on this and make sure everything I imagined in my head came to life, but her calming presence always made me feel like no matter what, everything was going to be ok and get done. She truly made sure we had the wedding of our dreams! I cannot say enough great things about Katie and her team. You will not be disappointed if you work with Lotus Events for your wedding!
Alexa P., a year ago
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Lissa Marie Weddings and Events 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hi there, I'm Melissa, but I go by Lissa. Welcome to my little corner of the internet- I'm so glad that you're here! I know that wedding planning can be a daunting process but I'm here to help navigate you through all of the craziness that comes with planning a wedding. I'm your planning BFF and hype-girl from the moment you get engaged to cheering you on as you bust a move on your wedding day! As a wedding planner and bridesmaid (x 10), I've seen pretty much every crazy scenario and I've got your back no matter what because you deserve the best experience possible!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Lissa on two daughters’ weddings within eight months was an absolute, complete and total pleasure! She is such a hands-on planner and doesn’t miss a beat! Her services before and leading up to the wedding and then on the actual wedding day were perfect in every way! I cannot possibly recommend her highly enough! *****
Cindy, 10 months ago
Enchanted Garden 
Rating: 4.5 (20 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

From selecting the perfect venue to curating exquisite decor and coordinating seamless logistics, we're dedicated to ensuring that every detail is flawlessly executed, allowing you to relax and enjoy every moment. Your happiness is our priority, and we'll go above and beyond to ensure that your wedding day is everything you've ever dreamed of and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
She is the sweetest person you'll ever meet. Michaela is super kind, helpful, and did an amazing job at making sure my wedding went as smoothly as possible. We couldn't have been happier with the service. She ushered us through the process, kept us on track, answered all of our many questions - and was quick and responsive!
Molly, 2 years ago
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Before You Say I Do 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hello, my lovely couples! My name is Annie and I have started my business at the beginning of 2023 and so far I've had clients from all over the East Coast. I am focused on Partial, Full time Wedding planning, Elopements and A-la carte. My goal is to help my clients and make sure that their wedding goes by the plan that they created.

Awarded Best of Zola
Annie with Before You Say I Do was the perfect wedding planner. Her communication style was punctual, organized, clear and consistent, providing much-needed emotional assistance and support throughout the planning process. She brought my vision for the wedding to life through her superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and hard work coordinating all my vendors and decor. On the big day itself, Annie made sure everything went smoothly, handling any issues with vendors gracefully and firmly so my husband and I could simply relax and enjoy ourselves. She truly went above and beyond, coordinating all aspects of the ceremony and reception so that not one person bothered us. Annie created an angelic wedding space that embodied my ideas and style. I could not have pulled off my dream wedding without her skill and emotional support every step of the way. Her services were worth every penny and I would enthusiastically recommend Before You Say I Do to any engaged couple looking for a wedding planner.
Christine Reeves B., a year ago
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Forevermore Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Our passionate team of lead and assistant wedding coordinators collaborates closely to craft a wedding experience that reflects the vision of our couples! Every member of our team contributes with unique experiences and skills to elevate our process and services!

Awarded Best of Zola
Hali and Leila made our wedding day run so seamlessly at a non-traditional venue. Hali was fantastic to work with prior to the wedding and listened to and executed exactly what we envisioned. We were truly able to step away from the operations and be fully present with each other, our families, and friends. Everything was set up beautifully and tended throughout the evening, and I had no idea when vendors arrived, setup, and left. I even learned after the fact that they ingeniously fixed the ceremony decor that kept falling over in the wind. They also managed to run a magic dessert table that was constantly full despite so many people taking cupcakes. I'm confident there are multiple other events that happened without my knowledge that made the day happen as it did. Hali and Leila were amazing to work with and if you are considering booking them for your wedding, do it!!
Grayson B., 2 months ago
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House of Elleon (La Elleon Events & Design Co.) 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

House of Elleon is a luxury white-glove wedding and event planning & design studio founded by Noelle Cappuzzo, specializing in refined, editorial celebrations with an emotional core. Each event is a carefully curated experience where the client’s vision is executed with precision, elevated through thoughtful design, and brought to life with seamless flow. With a focus on enhancing the overall experience—not just the aesthetic—Noelle blends creative direction with logistical mastery so every moment feels effortless, intentional, and distinctly personal. Events are expertly produced, emotionally resonant, and elevated from start to finish.

From the moment we met with Noelle and the team at House of Elleon, we knew we were in good hands. Their communication was friendly, honest, and timely throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work was truly exceptional - they were incredibly attentive, paying close attention to every detail to bring our wedding vision to life. They listened to us and carried out our ideas down to the smallest details (like hiding ceramic cows under my parents’ name tags), and were creative with my extra decorating material without specific direction from me (who had plenty of other things to worry about). I would definitely recommend House of Elleon to anyone who has a vision they want to bring to life!
Kelly O., 4 months ago
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Jill Smith Events and Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hi, I’m Jill!I’m a certified wedding planner, florist, and designer based in the Washington, D.C. area and Michigan. After 28 years in finance, I launched Jill Smith Events and Designs to turn wedding dreams into reality across DC, VA, and MD. My team specializes in blending meticulous financial-grade coordination with breathtaking floral design. Whether you are planning a local celebration or a destination wedding, we handle every detail so your big day is seamless and stress-free. Let's start planning your unforgettable journey!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jill did amazing for my baby shower! She was so sweet, really worked with me to know what I would like and what I wouldn’t like for my day, and went above and beyond for me. I would highly recommend her for ANY type of event!
Haley A., 2 months ago
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Little Acorn Events Co 
Rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Little Acorn Events Co is a full service wedding planning, design, & production company based in Charlottesville, Virginia. We specialize in curating meaningful celebrations & distinctive guest experiences, steeped in beautiful design. Your engagement is a special and finite experience, culminating in a celebration with those you love. It is our true privilege to plan & produce luxurious wedding designs abundant with intentional touches & thoughtful details for a distinctive guest experience. Telling your love story through creative design begins with mindful relationships with our couples & a dedication to your wedding like no other.

Working with Mia and Little Acorn Events was the best decision we made during our planning process, hands down. After a very rocky start to our planning process with another wedding planner, we were extremely skittish to hire another planner, but after our first call with Mia, her genuine care for her couples and belief that everyone deserves a joyful and low-stress engagement came through so clearly. Mia has the lovely combination of being immensely capable and a delight to spend time with, which is important when you are deciding someone you will spend so much time working with and who will be by your side on your wedding day. We sincerely looked forward to our calls and meetings with Mia, and having her calm and joyful presence by our side on our day was a gift. Mia's hard work and kind personality mean that she has an amazing reputation with local vendors. Having that history of trust and good will as the basis for our relationship with the vendors meant we got to work with the very best local vendors who were excited to be a part of the team. We had some big life changes happen during our wedding planning season and Mia was understanding, flexible, and allowed us to focus on the fun parts of planning while taking the most stressful parts off of our plate. She took our day seriously and treated it with the utmost care, while seeing the big picture of life and not feeding into the wedding industrial complex :) One of the best parts of working with Mia is her intentionality in creating moments throughout the day where you and your partner get to soak in the moment and be present. We had seen her calm confidence and skill throughout the planning process, and so had the trust established to simply be able to relax, enjoy the moment, and take it all in when the day came. And isn't that what it's all about?
Hannah S., a year ago
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Velada Events 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

With a decade-long background in high-level communications & events, Geraldine brings precision, creativity, and heartfelt storytelling to Velada Events, helping hosts & couples to craft unforgettable celebrations. Known for her detail-driven approach, precise logistics, and warm demeanor, she guides couples through each stage of planning with intention, bringing their vision to life. More than planners, we’re true collaborators, dedicated to organization, meaningful connections, and intentional design. Above all, we craft events with purpose, creating moments that leave a lasting impact.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were lucky to work with Geraldine for two events--our microwedding then a wedding reception 6 months later. We knew that Geraldine was the perfect coordinator/planner the first call we had with her. She is a perfect mix of personable and organized. When catering forgot our menus at our wedding, she created and printed new ones hours before dinner. For our reception, she helped me with my dress, carried my things while we took pictures, and kept everything running efficiently while we were busy partying and too tipsy to care about a timeline. She's honest, an incredible designer, and will make your events run smoothly. We will miss chatting with her regularly
Lindsey J., 2 months ago
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Opal Avenue Events 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Opal Avenue Events is a wedding planning and coordinating company based in Philadelphia, PA. We offer passionate and romantic planning to bring you the wedding you and your partner will remember forever. After all, your wedding day should make you feel like you are stuck in time, not stuck in the details! Our goal is to provide you with positive energy, personalized design, and the support to give you confidence in planning your wedding day! With a variety of offerings, we ensure that you will be happy working with us.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jenny, aka Opal Avenue Events, was a dream to work with! I reached out very early in the wedding-planning process to ask if she’d be available to be our day-of-coordinator for our non-traditional wedding, and I am so glad I did. From our very first conversation, Jenny was excited to help us plan and organize a South Asian-fusion wedding, instead of being deterred by the inherent challenges of doing something different from the norm. When I later asked her what she thought about centering swans, roses, tomatoes, and ribbons, she was even more enthusiastic and was ready to help ensure the vision would come true, while calmly listening to any concerns we had throughout. Planning a celebration that would coherently combine cultures with very different traditions was daunting, but having a professional who guided us through the process and validated our choices was truly invaluable. Throughout the planning process and on the day itself, Jenny was calm, prepared, and consistently professional. She went far beyond what we expected from a day-of coordinator, offering thoughtful insights into other potential vendors, drafting multiple timelines, and even creating beautiful and elegant swan place cards for our guests Above all, we wanted our guests to feel welcomed, loved, and to have a memorable experience, and Jenny helped make that happen. We are so thankful for her care, creativity, and support.
Farzana F., 5 months ago
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Days and Eves Weddings and Events 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hi there! I’m Genevieve! I am a huge dreamer (day and night) in vivid colors with dramatic details + styles of all settings. Weddings allow me to be creative while connecting with you and your creative side! On top of that I enjoy being organized! Thus, Days and Eves was born! My experience consists of a Bachelors in Business with over 10+ years of experience in hospitality specifically, Venues, Luxury Flower Design and Catering. I thank being a Gemini for being mutable to each couple. I can see each vision in my mind which helps me execute based on who you are and what you want to express as a couple in your union.

Awarded Best of Zola
Genevieve and her team just finished working with my wife and I on our October 11th wedding. We used the Event Management package and are so happy we did! We spent the last year booking all of all vendors and working on all the fine details of decor, music, and signage etc. We started working with Days and Eves to help close all of the open gaps and work on the day of timeline. We thought we had all questions answered but we certainly did not! It was so helpful to have the team provide us with all of the schedules and guides to ensure that the day ran smoothly, for which it did! Everyone who was a part of the wedding knew what they needed to do and went to her or her assistant for questions. This allowed us to just be there and present. When we walked into the ceremony and reception, each time we were so blown away by how wonderful it looked! All of our items were placed perfectly to our guides and the restaurants additional items were worked in perfectly. Genevieve's schedule and suggested flow worked wonderful and we felt as relaxed (as possible). At the end of the night, she worked neatly to get all of our items so nicely packed and organized for us, which was much appreciated. We are so happy and grateful for Genevieve.
Staci, 7 months ago
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Avenue Design Studio - Planning & Rentals 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

At Avenue Design Studio, we began as a floral business, but quickly realized we could offer so much more to our clients. Over our 10+ years of working with couples on those special lifetime moments, we found ourselves stepping in to assist our brides and event clients with planning, vendor coordination, and overall event management. This inspired us to shift our focus and create Avenue Design Studio, a full-service event planning and design company. Whether you’re looking for full-service planning or just need assistance with specific aspects, we provide multiple packages and a la carte options to fit your needs. You dream it, we create it.

You made my day incredible. I had a vision and Chad blew it out of the water. I walked into the reception before our happy hour started and my mouth dropped. Stunning. I had no stress at all on my wedding day and he handled any issues that arose beautifully. I cannot say thank you enough for ensuring my day was more than I even imagined.
Jenna G., 2 years ago
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Coddiwomple Events 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Life is an adventure. We never truly know what will happen or where a path will take us. Nothing could be more true for planning an event or ford a marriage! We believe that even the bumps in the road can be the most precious memories! Coddiwomple Events exists to help coordinate details so you can move forward on your journey – fully present and free to soak in every minute!

Awarded Best of Zola
Stacy was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first call, she was incredibly helpful, well-organized, and accessible throughout the entire planning process. She listened closely to our vision and provided thoughtful suggestions, including recommendations for things such as engagement photo location. Their communication was always prompt and clear, which made coordinating all the details seamless. On the day of, the Coddiwomple team executed our wedding flawlessly, handling all coordination with vendors and setting up decor and decorations. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding planning experience and highly recommend Coddiwomple Events to any couple looking for a stress-free, budget-friendly, and personalized approach.
Sunny and A., 2 years ago

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