The Best Wedding Planners in Columbia, VA

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168 Wedding Planners in Columbia, VA

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Riverwood Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Columbia, 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.

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I just want you to know how much I appreciated the help and support of Joseph from Riverwood Designs!! I don’t know how I would have gotten through this beautiful wedding day and the preparations without him! We knew we could relax and enjoy the moment because of his vigilance! The flowers were also done by Riverwood Designs and were beautiful! The attention to detail was incredible! Fresh flowers in silver bowls were surrounded by votives and made for a magical setting as the sun set! Thank you! Thank you!! It was a real pleasure to work with you, Joseph! I can’t say it enough!!
Suzanne M., 9 months ago
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Kth Events 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Columbia, 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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Pinnacle Affairs 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Columbia, 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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Working with Carice was everything. She’s so thorough, all my vendors can attest to that. Carice made everything easier and seamless. Loved our meetings every month. 100% recommend, I wanna get married again, JUST so I can hire Carice again!
Jayla G., 2 years ago
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Event Lane 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Columbia, VA

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.

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We could not have been more fortunate to work with Cassidy for our October wedding. Cassidy and whole the EL team were absolutely amazing from start to finish. We knew planning our wedding from abroad would be a challenge to coordinate, but Cassidy made the entire process feel truly effortless. Cassidy is so organized, kind, and supportive. She made it easy to make decisions and was a fantastic sounding board - she always said yes to our ideas (cutting 5 cakes!!) and found ways to make everything come to life beautifully. Our wedding day was seamless. Our guests kept commenting on the attention to detail and how smooth everything felt. The whole weekend was flawless, and it really stood out when our other vendors went out of their way to let us know how fantastic Cassidy was and to compliment her for being so great to work with. She went above and beyond in so many thoughtful ways and made us feel so cared for every step of the way. We’re endlessly grateful for Cassidy and the EL team. Our wedding was perfect, and we owe so much of our experience to Cassidy. Thank you!!!
Lauren & M., 7 months ago
Champagne Wishes 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Columbia, 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.

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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 Columbia, 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 the wedding coordinator at a wedding I bartended. Emily was kind and friendly, thorough, and a wealth of information for me and my partner, as well as the other vendors! If we had a question, we knew we could come to Emily or her assistant for answers. Additionally, her schedule of the events for the day was detailed and accurate, which was so helpful while preparing for our bar service. Emily is the ideal wedding coordinator a vendor wants to work for!
Grace H., 5 months ago
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Mary Elizabeth Events 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Columbia, VA

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)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Columbia, VA

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.

From the bottom of my heart, we wouldn’t have the wedding we did without Fern and Mason. She went above and beyond in making sure that not only our visions came to life, but we were also taken care of as bride and groom. She was so attentive throughout the entire process and dealt with my craziness and anxiety, reassuring me that she would do everything in her power to make all of our dreams come true. From messaging Fern in the wee hours of the morning, to Mason rolling tables to the tent in torrential downpour, this duo does not quit to make everything perfect. I have not stopped thinking about our wedding for a second since it has happened and how perfectly everything went!! Not only am I lucky enough to call them friends, but I am even more grateful to have trusted them with the most important day of my life. I truly could go on and on about these two. I couldn’t think of anyone better to do the job and will be recommending them to anyone stepping foot into the insane wedding planning world. Trust them and all your dreams will come true.
Freshta, 2 years ago
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Skyler Events 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Columbia, 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.

I had the pleasure of working alongside Natalia recently for a styled wedding shoot. Working with Natalia was such a wonderful experience! From start to finish, everything was beautifully organized and thoughtfully planned. Her attention to detail and ability to bring a vision together made the entire day flow so smoothly. As a photographer, it makes such a difference working with someone who cares so deeply about the details and the experience for everyone involved. I would absolutely love to work together again in the future!
Amy M., 3 months ago
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All The Dainty Details 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Columbia, VA

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
Mallory and her team are an amazing crew of planners and coordinators. They will make sure that your wedding runs smoothly and on time, and that your vision comes to reality. They will worry about all the small details for you, and pay extra attention to all of the details. If you work with Mallory and her team, you will be able to relax and enjoy your wedding to the fullest!
Lujan Entertainment LLC, 2 years ago
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Forever Moments 
Rating: 5.0 (64 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Columbia, 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
Working with Forever Moments was one of the best decisions I made for my wedding day. I truly could not have planned it without Brittney and her team. Their communication style was quick, clear, and kind, and the quality of their work was efficient, clean, and amazing. Brittney and Cassie kept me in the loop, helped me with anything I needed, and kept us on track for the day. If anything went wrong, I did not know - they just handled it beautifully.
Danielle P., 7 months ago
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Dusk to Dawn Events 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,895
  • Serves Columbia, 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
Cassidy and her team delivered an absolutely flawless wedding experience and highly recommend them. The pre planning process was thorough yet completely effortless on my end - she managed every vendor timeline and logistical detail without ever needing my to stress over specifics. Day of I was guided through each location seamlessly and on schedule, with complete confidence that every guest and vendor was in capable hands. Because of Cassidy dedication and expertise I was fully present and truly enjoyed every moment of my wedding day. I cannot recommend her and her team highly enough!
Catie S., 2 months 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 Columbia, 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 Columbia, 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 literally made our wedding a dream come true! She is a wedding planner who truly wears many hats and gets things DONE. At times she was our therapist, at times our advocate, and now she’s family. My husband Kyle and I cannot thank her and her team at I Got A Love Jones Event enough for making our special day go off without a hitch. We were able to be fully present and not worry about a single thing—and that is priceless.
Delores S., 2 months ago
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Golden Forest Events LLC 
Rating: 4.9 (29 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Columbia, 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
I could say a lot of things about the decor being beautiful and perfect for the side of the mountain, but the best thing about Golden Forest Events was just the energy they brought. As my teenagers would say, "the vibes were emaculate". They just made the whole event feel easy, prepared, and SO MUCH FUN!
Alex Reynolds, 2 years ago
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House of Matrimonies 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Columbia, 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
I got married on 05/23/25 and hiring Brittney as our wedding planner was hands down THE BEST DECISION we made during the entire wedding planning process. From our very first meeting, Brittney brought an incredible mix of professionalism, creativity, knowledge, and enthusiasm. Brittney truly listened to my partial vision that I had and somehow turned it into something even more magical than I imagined. Every detail — from the timeline, the vendor coordination, to the little surprise touches — was flawlessly executed. It felt like she was always five steps ahead, handling everything behind the scenes so we could relax and enjoy every moment. && Let me not mention the communication was phenomenal. Sis was always very responsive, I never had an issue here. On the big day, we didn’t have to worry about anything. I did not have an official decorator for my wedding, only a florist and SHE DID AN AMAZING JOB WITH DECORATING MY RECEPTION AREA. She also used walkie talkies on the day of to communicate with the wedding party and it worked out REALLY REALLY REALLY WELL. She gave us "get ready" reminders which was helpful and made the day move smoothly. Our timeline was seamless and she had EVERYTHING you needed for your BIG DAY in case you forgot anything. She also has her own inventory that you can rent items from which are A LOT cheaper than buying them. Depending on your package, you can use some items for free. OH and did I mention that her prices are EXTREMELY REASONABLE for the value and service that you will receive. If you're looking for someone who is not only incredibly organized, a great communicator, talented but also genuinely kind, warm, and invested in making your day unforgettable, Brittney IS THAT GIRL!!! My husband and I are forever grateful for Brittney and we highly, highly recommend her!
Myrtle M., a year ago
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Lotus Events, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Columbia, 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
Lotus Events, LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication was clear, precise, timely, and effective throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work was truly impeccable - flawless, discreet, and highly detailed. Katie and her team kept all of our vendors and the wedding party on task, providing invaluable emotional support when we needed it most. We couldn't have pulled off our special day without them. Lotus Events went above and beyond to ensure our wedding was perfect in every way. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for a dedicated, professional wedding planning team. I know myself, I could not have pulled off my wedding of 200 guests without them. Kind of sad my wedding is over, and my work with them is done!!!! Can not sing their praises enough.
Makayla W., 2 years ago
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Lissa Marie Weddings and Events 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Columbia, 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
Lissa and her team were amazing to work with! Living overseas was a big challenge when planning our wedding, but with Lissa in charge, everything went so smoothly in the lead up to the wedding and on the day itself! Having Lissa and the team take the lead on the day allowed us and our families to enjoy such a special day together without the stress of focusing on a million things at once. Not having to worry about when we would be taking photos, when we are doing speeches, when we have our first dance, was so nice - and Lissa kept us on track with all of this so well. She was so adaptable to catering for all of our changes and needs throughout the planning process, something we couldn't avoid being abroad! Her recommendations of vendors were absolutely perfect for our vision and our budget, and our guests thought so too! All of our guests kept saying how perfect the day was and how impressed they were with everything! I would highly recommend Lissa for your wedding planning needs, as she made our big day a memory we will cherish forever!
Sophia, 8 months ago
Enchanted Garden 
Rating: 4.5 (20 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Columbia, 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
Enchanted Garden did a great job! I tried to plan everything myself, but last minute realized we needed a day of planner! They did NOT disappoint! They came to our rehearsal and went over everything so our wedding day went perfect, and let me tell you... it was PERFECT! Definitely made the day run so much smoother!
Ashlee S., a year ago
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Before You Say I Do 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Columbia, 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 was SUCH a help for planning and day of coordination. She is extremely knowledgeable and kind as well as saving the day multiple times during the wedding. I was so glad to have her and I really cannot thank her enough for all her help and hard work. I’m an easily anxious person but I knew she had everything covered and I could enjoy my wedding day. It meant the world to me.
Olivia M., a month ago
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Forevermore Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Columbia, 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
Forevermore Weddings was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, their communication was fast, effective, and incredibly clear, putting our minds at ease throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work truly went above and beyond, and their services were worth every single penny. They made sure that every detail was perfectly organized, and on the day of our wedding, they made me feel so incredibly special. Forevermore Weddings are more than just wedding vendors - they are incredible women who truly love what they do, and it shows in every aspect of their work. We cannot recommend them highly enough!
Lauren N., a year 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 Columbia, 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.

I genuinely do not even know where to begin when it comes to Noelle because there are not enough words to explain how incredible she is. From the VERY beginning of my wedding planning process over a year ago, she handled absolutely everything and more. Any thought, question, idea, concern, crash out, or micromanaging moment I had (and trust me… there were MANY), I could text or call her at literally any time, and she was always there. Not once did she ever make me feel annoying, dramatic, or “too much.” Instead, she made me feel heard, understood, supported, and excited every single step of the way. What makes Noelle so special is that she doesn’t just “plan weddings.” She genuinely takes your vision and transforms it into something bigger and more beautiful than you could have even imagined for yourself. The ideas I had in my head for my wedding somehow came to life TIMES TEN. Every tiny detail was perfected. She thought of things before I even had to ask. She guided me through every decision while still making me feel like the wedding truly reflected me and my husband. And the professionalism? Insane. The organization? Insane. The patience? Saint level. She worked with my budget and constantly gave me options to still achieve the luxury, elegant look I wanted without making me feel pressured to spend beyond my means. She found almost all of my vendors, and every single one of them was phenomenal. The amount of compliments I still receive from guests weeks and months later about how beautiful, organized, and seamless my wedding was honestly speaks for itself. But what REALLY blew me away was wedding day itself. When I tell you I did not have a single worry in the world, I mean it. Noelle and her team handled EVERYTHING. She was genuinely a rockstar from beginning to end. At one point she literally did my late night McDonald’s run herself while her assistants stayed behind making sure me, my bridal party, and my family had everything we needed. Who does that?! That level of care is so rare. She treated my wedding like it was just as important to her as it was to me. Not only did she become my wedding planner, but over this past year she truly became someone so special to me and my family. My family and friends could not stop complimenting her professionalism, kindness, work ethic, and calming presence. I literally had my mom’s friends texting me asking for her information because they were so blown away by her. Noelle made wedding planning FUN. She made it exciting instead of stressful. Honestly, she makes me want to plan another wedding tomorrow just to work with her again. I’m truly going to miss our hours-long meetings spent perfecting every little detail because it all paid off in the most unbelievable way. I can confidently say my wedding would NOT have been what it was without her. She gave me the wedding of my dreams and more, and I will forever be grateful that I trusted her to guide me through one of the biggest moments of my life. I truly believe one day I’ll see her planning celebrity weddings because her talent is genuinely on that level. Thank you for everything, Noelle. I would choose you over and over and over again.
Courtney D., 15 days ago
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Jill Smith Events and Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Columbia, 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
We were planning from the west coast for our Virginia wedding, and Jill was truly a lifesaver. From day one, she was incredibly communicative and kept us on track every step of the way, which gave us such peace of mind. Jill went above and beyond when it came to our décor. Not only did she help us design stunning tablescapes, but she also provided the perfect finishing touches—everything from table numbers to candle holders, welcome table, seating chart and individual name card tents to make our vision come to life! On the day of the wedding, Jill handled any issues before we even knew they existed! Her professionalism and calm demeanor were unmatched, and she always seemed to know exactly what I needed before I could even think to ask. If you’re getting married in the Leesburg/Purcellville area, you absolutely need Jill as your coordinator. She is amazing at what she does, and we couldn’t have imagined our wedding day without her!
Meaghan, 2 years ago
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Little Acorn Events Co 
Rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Columbia, 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 Columbia, 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
Gera went above and beyond for us at every.single.turn. Her experience, advice, vision and guidance helped us feel so prepared for our big day. We had a rather logistically challenging, two-day, wedding weekend but thanks to Gera and her team, it was so smooth from start to finish. They brought our vision to life, made sure our family and friends were comfortable and taken care of, and helped block out all the “noise” so that my wife and I could enjoy the weekend and truly be present with each other. She brought care and joy into every room we entered and collaborated so seamlessly with our additional vendors. We were truly lucky to have her! Highly recommend, five stars, no notes!
Zamara A., 9 months ago
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Opal Avenue Events 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Columbia, 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
If you're looking for a wedding coordinator who will go above and beyond to make your day absolutely perfect, look no further than Jenny! We can’t thank her enough for making our wedding day feel like a dream come true. Ryan and I both keep saying it was better than we ever imagined, and we know that’s all because of her. From the start, Jenny took care of everything, allowing us to enjoy every moment without a single worry. She introduced us to amazing vendors, calmed my nerves (she’s a hero for that!), and thought of all the little details that we would have never even considered—like extra lighters. Her attention to detail and thoughtful planning made all the difference. Jenny was a beautiful part of what made our day perfect, and we’ll forever be grateful. She truly helped create memories that will last a lifetime. If you want someone who will take care of everything with kindness, patience, and a personal touch, we can’t recommend Jenny enough! Thank you again, Jenny, for making our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more!
Lisa, a year ago
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Days and Eves Weddings and Events 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Columbia, 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 Columbia, 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.

Avenue Design Studio - Wedding Planning was an absolute pleasure to work with. Their communication style was efficient, kind, and trustworthy throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work and value exceeded our expectations - it was an awesome experience that was even better than we had imagined! They did a fantastic job with the flowers, allowing us to let them handle the style and overall look of the bouquets, table pieces, and the beautiful flower arch, which all perfectly matched our vision. When our wedding coordinator unexpectedly got food poisoning the day of the wedding, they replaced her with someone else seamlessly, without any disruption. We are so grateful to the Avenue Design Studio team for making our special day truly unforgettable.
Jennifer P., 2 years ago
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Coddiwomple Events 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Columbia, 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 planned our wedding from start to finish, and I can’t imagine doing it any other way. She genuinely loves weddings and all the minutia that make them meaningful to each couple, and it really shows. Whether we were picking a photographer or deciding what kind of candles to use, she was always full of practical advice and creative ideas tailored to our tastes and budget. Stacy isn’t just a wedding planner — she’s a partner who is eager to understand and then produce your unique vision for the day. Stacy goes above and beyond every step of the way. Her motto — which you’ll hear a lot — is “we can do that!” Just one small example of many: I procrastinated on getting a hairstylist only to finally do a trial and realize I really didn’t like the result. Without even being asked, Stacy immediately jumped in and found multiple incredible hairstylists, even reaching out to confirm their availability and pricing. I’ve had so many people compliment me on the wedding, specifically how thoughtful and well-executed it was. Almost every single one of them has mentioned Stacy. Her professionalism, competency, and uncanny ability to subtly resolve any last-second problems makes for a stress-free event where your only job truly is to enjoy the day. And her attention to detail (like putting cute tags on the water carafes with refill instructions) makes even the littlest pieces feel special. She was always exactly where I needed her on the wedding day, checking in, making sure we were fed, re-bustling my dress moments before our first dance. I was able to really relax knowing she could handle whatever came up. If you’re hoping to find someone who is as excited as you are about seeing your dream wedding come to life, Stacy’s the one. My husband and I are still surprised by just how much we loved every moment of our wedding, which was in large part thanks to Stacy.
Abi D., a year ago

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