The Best Wedding Planners in Columbia, VA

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167 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 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., 5 months 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Listen, if you're on the fence, don't be. Call Pinnacle Affairs. We were going to plan everything ourselves and now it's the biggest running joke we almost didn't hire Carice and her A team. From the moment we first met Carice from Pinnacle Affairs, we knew we were in good hands. Her communication style is calm, efficient, and kind, putting us at ease throughout the entire wedding planning process. The quality of her work and the value she provided was truly outstanding - she was thoughtful, organized, and incredibly creative in helping us curate the perfect wedding weekend to kickstart this next chapter of our lives. Carice brought a wonderful sense of calm and humor to every interaction, making us feel instantly comfortable. There was no scenario she hadn't seen before or wasn't able to find a perfect and creative solution for, whether it was solving transportation snafus or tweaking our timeline. We are so grateful to Carice and the entire Pinnacle Affairs team for helping make our wedding day truly special and unforgettable. I cannot imagine planning any other event without her, I mean who else is going to keep my makeup intact?!
Courtney O., 10 months 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., 6 months ago
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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., 5 months ago
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Emmy Jane Events 
Rating: 5.0 (10 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
We have worked multiple events with Emily as the coordinator, and we look forward to every one! She is professional and friendly and everything goes smoothly. Her attention to detail and communication is greatly appreciated.
Ashly, 2 years 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., 5 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.

Fern managed the wedding prior to, during, and the daunting cleanup task after the wedding. Everything was well planned, coordinated, on-time, and all the vendors were kept in the loop; making my day as the DJ for that event super easy. My clients were nothing but smiles the entire event and a big portion of that is Fern's ability to keep them calm and realize that our clients "own us" that day. Looking forward to my nice smooth event experience working with Fern.
Greg Sanchez, 2 years 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 is incredible!!! After postponing our wedding one year due to COVID, Mallory made our wedding planning process stress free by being so helpful and so responsive to our questions. She is incredibly professional, calm, and overall such a joy to be around which put me, my family, and fiance at ease. There was no stress at any point in the day! With last minute cancellations and changes, Mallory ensured everything was perfect by communicating with vendors and made sure all of our bases were covered. Thank you, Mallory, for providing us with such an amazing wedding planning experience!
Alyssa & R., 4 years ago
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Forever Moments 
Rating: 5.0 (62 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
Brittney is an absolute pro! Leading up to the wedding, her communication was friendly, timely, and detail-oriented. On the big day, she and her team kept everything running smoothly, coordinating behind the scenes so the couple and us photographers could enjoy the celebration and focus on getting great photos. She’s calm, supportive, and proactive. We highly recommend Brittney to any couple looking for a stress-free, perfectly executed wedding day!
Rachel Dodson P., 6 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., 6 months ago
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Dusk to Dawn Events 
Rating: 5.0 (30 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 from Dusk to Dawn Events was an absolute lifesaver! With just a short notice, she flawlessly stepped in to coordinate our wedding ceremony, turning potential chaos into pure magic. We’re forever grateful for her last-minute expertise!
Laura, 2 years ago
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Golden Forest Events LLC 
Rating: 4.8 (26 reviews)
  • Offers 5 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.

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We have worked with Golden Forest Events many times. This is one of the most organized, smooth, and energetic teams I've ever worked with! It's always a delight to see them arrive at our venue, as we know everything will be handled flawlessly. As a team player, they are there to make your event fun, enjoyable, and stress-free!
Morgan P., 2 years ago
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I Got A Love Jones Events 
Rating: 5.0 (26 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
Listennnn Sarah is all that and a bag of chips, leading up to my wedding I have been affirming for months that my celebration be smooth and cohesive, Sarah provided that and more.. from the vendors , my wedding party even the building she made sure everything was on point. She eased my nerves and often checked on me to ensure I was at peace and that my needs were met. I greatly appreciate her services, she was very approachable and professional, she felt like one of the family. You can tell she loves what she do _it showed. Thanks again Sarah .. money well spent, my husband even shared with me that she did an awesome job getting everyone on one accord.. we truly thank you
Shannon C., 6 months ago
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Lotus Events, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Columbia, VA
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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 dream to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, their communication was prompt, professional, and thoughtful, which put us at ease throughout the entire planning process. Katie and her team were clearly dedicated, detail-oriented, and incredibly organized, ensuring that every single detail of our special day was perfect. Katie answered all of my questions immediately and never made me feel like a burden for asking. As a type-A bride, Katie's kindness and loving approach helped take the stress off of me so I could be fully present on my wedding day. Katie is not just a wedding planner; she is an incredible human who brings warmth and love with her into every event. In fact, Katie was even attacked by a swarm of bees between our ceremony and reception, and she still managed to run the event seamlessly with grace and poise. She stayed late to pack all of our decor seamlessly. Katie will tackle each challenge on your day and let nothing stop you from having the wedding of your dreams. We cannot recommend Lotus Events highly enough - they truly made our wedding day the most magical and unforgettable celebration.
Ellie and M., 5 months 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! **Please inquire directly through my website**

Awarded Best of Zola
Lissa and her team was absolutely wonderful from the initial contact up to the end of our wedding day! No matter what kind of wedding you're having, she will make you and your partner feel like you have all of her attention as the most important couple. Throughout the whole process, she was so professional and supportive, even with not as traditional ideas. She had such a quick response time, usually within a day, or a couple hours, and sometimes even sooner! Her attention to detail in making my timeline was also amazing and I felt that we were able to have the whole day planned to the dot before the big day. On the wedding day, she made sure everything ran so smoothly and we were not stressed out at all! We had some small hiccups with the layouts that our venue had set up, but a quick word from Lissa had them fixing the issue. She's the perfect amount of assertiveness, professionalism, and friendliness with everyone, including the guests. The largest thing that stood out to us was how much all of our other vendors loved Lissa and working with her, and we could see it throughout the day. Our venue had restrictions such as a short setup window, but Lissa communicated with them and navigated the situation very well to make everything go smoothly. Even though we had a venue management person for the day of, it was nothing compared to working with someone that truly focuses on you and your needs. Our vision was captured beautifully, and we do not regret hiring her at all!
Wendy G., 2 years ago
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Memories Made with Brittney Lashea 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,600
  • 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
Brittney is an amazing wedding coordinator. I recommend her to everyone I know who is even thinking of using a coordinator for their event. She was very helpful in every detail leading up to the event and she thinks of even the smallest details of the day. She even brought walkie-talkies, which were a big hit for everyone and very helpful !! Brittney is so talented at what she does. She got there on time and set up the entire day for us. Including the timeline of the day and all decorations!! Another way she contributed to our day is by making sure everything went according to the timeline. Her communication is timely and her work ethic is very good. It truly shows that she loves what she does.
Kelsey T., 9 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 was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, their communication was direct, prompt, and personal - we always felt like a priority. The quality of their work was truly professional, organized, and timely. For example, Abby had a plate of food waiting for us after our first dance, and they got everything cleaned up and delivered back to the house right after the wedding ended. The only hiccup was our day-of coordinator almost not making it to the rehearsal the night before, but they got it figured out in time. Overall, Enchanted Garden went above and beyond to make our special day perfect, and we couldn't recommend them more highly.
The R., 10 months ago
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Jill Smith Events and Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Columbia, VA

Hello there! I’m Jill Smith, a passionate wedding planner, florist, designer, wife, and mom. Having spent 38 wonderful years in the Washington, D.C. metro area, I dedicated 28 of them to the financial sector before embracing my dream of creating unforgettable weddings and events. As a certified planner, I lead a talented team at Jill Smith Events and Designs, where we specialize in crafting stunning celebrations across the DC, VA, and MD regions—and beyond! Our mission is to collaborate with couples to make their visions come to life, ensuring that every moment is seamless and cherished for a lifetime. Let’s embark on this exciting 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., a month ago
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Forevermore Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (15 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
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., 14 days ago
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House of Elleon (La Elleon Events & Design Co.) 
Rating: 5.0 (15 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.

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., 2 months 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., 10 months ago
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Velada Events 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • 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
Working with Velada Events was truly one of the best decisions we made during our wedding planning journey. From the very first hourly brainstorming session, Geraldine made us feel heard, understood, and completely supported. Each meeting was not only productive, but also inspiring — they helped us bring our ideas to life while offering thoughtful suggestions we never would have considered on our own. We left every call feeling more confident, more organized, and even more excited for our big day. Our wedding on February 21, 2025 was everything we dreamed of and more, and we truly believe the care and attention given to us during those hourly sessions played a huge role in that. Thank you Velada Events for helping us plan a celebration that felt perfectly us.
Faviana, a year ago
Opal Avenue Events 
Rating: 5.0 (13 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
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., 3 months ago
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.

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., a year 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 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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Days and Eves Weddings and Events 
Rating: 5.0 (11 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, 6 months ago

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