The Best Wedding Planners in Monterey, CA

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253 Wedding Planners in Monterey, CA

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Love & Laughter Weddings 
Rating: 4.9 (37 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Monterey, CA
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We proudly serve an elite clientele across our primary locations in Philadelphia, New York City, San Francisco, Carmel, San Diego, Denver, Washington DC, Florida, Puerto Rico, and beyond. Our amazing team of women are also available for Destination Weddings across the globe.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Love & Laughter Weddings took so much stress off our shoulders from day one. They responded quickly to every question and email, which made planning feel smooth and organized. On our wedding day, they handled all the details we didn't have to worry about—from setting up our personal decor to managing vendor tips and checking in on us throughout the night. They also worked with us to perfect our wedding signage and turned our ideas into reality. Their combination of strong planning skills and hands-on coordination made our day feel effortless. If you want a planner who listens, communicates well, and actually executes your vision, Love & Laughter Weddings is the team to hire.
Carissa G., 3 months ago
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Relic Events 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Hi! My name is Lindsey and I own Relic Events. I’ve been passionate about hosting since I was a little girl after watching my mom create fabulous parties for the people she loved. I know celebrating love is the juice that gets us through this life. I’ve worked in the event industry for 10 years on both a large and small scale, and want to show couple’s that their wedding day can be whatever they want! I am truly honored to be trusted with my client’s dreams. My team and I will bring a fun, grounded, and calming energy to your event so that you don’t have to worry about a single thing. I hope we can work together!

Awarded Best of Zola
Relic Events is an exceptional wedding planning company. Their communication style is prompt and personal, and they excel at clearly exchanging ideas and information. Lindsey, the lead planner/owner, has an eye for design and is incredibly supportive of both her couples and vendors. She remains calm and collected with a genuine smile. A venue was VERY late in unlocking the property and she quickly found a solution to ensure the wedding went off without a hitch. Lindsey's hands-on approach and dedication to making each couple her top priority is truly admirable. She goes above and beyond to provide amazing support throughout the planning process.
Leah U., 2 years ago
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Event’s With Jules 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Jules has an affinity for nostalgia, Design and a good party. with a background in art and design, she loves lots of color and loves a design challenge. She’s an instinctive connector who loves to bring people together in and out of her professional life, and that led her to event planning. When she’s not planning an epic event you can find her on an Adventure with her husband and daughter or at an estate sale in the Bay Area. she loves hunting for treasures, jumping into water and is a dancing queen

From the moment we first spoke with Jules, we could tell she was the perfect wedding planner for us. Her communication style was efficient, kind, caring, and personable - she made us feel like we were her top priority throughout the entire planning process. Jules and her team were truly hardworking, honest, and caring in their approach, and we could not have gotten through our special day without her. She was able to advocate for us when we needed it most, and even took on unexpected tasks like putting together our wedding favors when my mother was unable to. Thanks to Jules, we were able to have quality time alone with each other and capture amazing photos together. The wedding turned out beautifully, and all of our guests had a fabulous time. We are so grateful to Jules and her team for making our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Allison P., 2 years ago
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Kate Ford Events 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Monterey, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $9,995

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

From our very first interview with Kate, we knew she was the one. She came to the table with an incredible balance of confidence, deep experience, and a completely down-to-earth demeanor. Our initial impression was that she possessed a "Type A" personality in the absolute best way possible—highly structured, incredibly organized, and fiercely detailed. We walked away from that first conversation knowing our wedding was in the best possible hands. The Planning Process: Kate’s organization is elite. She maps out a clear, macro-level timeline so you always know what’s coming next, scheduling deep-dive meetings that perfectly correspond to each phase of the process. Her communication is seamless; she was accessible whenever we needed her, and on the rare occasion she wasn’t, she managed expectations upfront about when she’d get back to us. What we appreciated most was her curated approach. She didn’t rely on cookie-cutter themes from past weddings; instead, she used targeted questionnaires to truly understand our specific vision and brought it to life as a unique, personalized experience. Her vendor network is massive, and she provided exceptional, tailored options for everything—photography, videography, florals, catering, stationery, and bespoke branded details. Kate never simply said "no" to an idea. If there was a logistical or timing constraint, she immediately pivoted to creative alternatives that achieved the same look and feel. She spent over eight hours with us on a single weekend grinding through our food tasting, venue layout, furniture selection, and floral details without missing a beat. Throughout a process that can easily become overwhelming, Kate’s patience was unmatched. She was an absolute advocate for us, always had our back when negotiating with venues and vendors, and made the entire months-long process feel completely stress-free and adaptive to our demanding daily schedules. The Execution & Hospitality: On the wedding day, Kate and her team executed a complex, highly coordinated itinerary flawlessly. Her team operated like a finely tuned orchestra—everyone knew their exact role and maintained a highly professional, cohesive presence. She had dedicated assistants tracking the bride and groom simultaneously, meaning she had her finger on the pulse of the entire event from sunrise to midnight. Kate checked in with us constantly, ensuring we were updated and completely taken care of. Beyond looking after us, her level of hospitality was incredible. She treated every guest like a VIP, but paid exceptional, personalized attention to our families to ensure all of their specific accommodations were perfectly handled. She also seamlessly managed the logistics for our hotel welcome bags and custom wedding swag. It felt like Kate was viewing the entire day through our eyes, bringing our exact vision to life in real time. Everything we imagined our wedding would be was that and so much more. If you want a flawless, high-end execution, Kate is unmatched.
Edgar M., 4 months ago
Event By Dawn 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Monterey, CA

At Event by Dawn, I’ve spent over 10 years helping couples bring their wedding dreams to life. I’m here to guide you through the planning process, making it as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. I love working closely with you to create a day that reflects your unique vision, and I’m happy to tailor my packages to fit your budget and needs. From start to finish, I’ll ensure your wedding day is seamless, personal, and unforgettable.

Dawn was so incredibly wonderful for our 10-23-2025 wedding at Waterfall Lodge! We booked her a year and a half in advance and from the moment we booked with her, she was available and responsive. She worked with our schedules and took some of the wedding planning stress off of us. She even helped with recommendations on ways to save some money and utilize all vendors to our full potential. That’s just the planning part of it. Let’s get to the wedding day. From the very start of the rehearsal to the very end of the wedding day, Dawn was incredible. We had a crazy amount of extra people show up to the rehearsal itself who were not needed, but she guided everyone on where they needed to be despite all the extra commotion of extra family members wanting to be involved. The night before the wedding I went through all of my decorations and things that I had spent a lot of time crafting and creating with her and I just kind of spouted everything out all at once. Was I a little worried that she was just committing it all to memory and that my vision might not come to life? Yep. Should I have been worried? Not at all. She executed the vision I had with every little detail included to a tee. Seriously, she kept everything going smoothly. It all looked better than I had pictured it and I was in awe of her ability to keep things running so smoothly with so many different vendors. If there were things that went wrong, I have no idea because she not once gave me an inkling of any stress or anything. We even had a guest comment on how seamlessly she worked into the event. My favorite part of the day with Dawn comes to when we finally made it into dinner. We had ordered Chilis chips and salsa for cocktail hour as that’s where we met. At one point, Dawn came over with one whole bowl of chips and salsa (and sour cream because that’s my favorite) and plopped it onto our sweethearts table. It’s just all the small details that she took care of. It was one of my favorite parts of the day because it was so us. She was absolutely crucial in the best day of our lives and I cannot recommend her more. Thanks again for everything Dawn!
Caitlin C., 9 months ago
Midnight Picnic 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Monterey, CA

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Mischa is incredible to work with. We have so much respect and trust for her as a person and a professional. After we had our initial call with her, I knew she was the perfect match for us. She met us where we were at and inspired us with her spirituality, depth, creativity, and joy. She has incredible organizational skills combined with beautiful presence and the ability to offer a sweet and subtle level of emotional support - all that allowed us to relax into our wedding and enjoy every minute of it.
Meg & D., 3 years ago
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Paige Events 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Monterey, CA

We are a small but mighty team of event professionals who simply love making your life easier. Whether you’re a hands-on couple with a locked-in vision, or you prefer to delegate most of the decision-making, we offer the guidance you need to create the wedding or event you have been dreaming of.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you’re getting married, you have to book Paige Events! I got married in September 2025 — one of the busiest wedding months, especially in California — and Paige Events went above and beyond to help me plan the most perfect wedding weekend. They are incredibly organized, kind, and helpful throughout the entire process. They always made sure my opinions were heard and offered thoughtful options that perfectly matched my vision. My wedding had 300 guests, and even with that many people, the day felt completely seamless. I’m someone who usually worries about timelines, but I didn’t have to think twice about where I needed to be or what was happening next — they were always two steps ahead, anticipating every detail. Their vendor recommendations were spot-on, and every Zoom call with the team was a joy. They genuinely listened, made me feel heard, and always left me laughing by the end of each meeting. As organized as I am, I truly don’t think my wedding would have come together anywhere near as perfectly without them. Paige Events is an amazing team, and I can’t recommend them enough to anyone looking for planners they can truly trust to make their wedding dreams come to life.
Sydnie S., 10 months ago
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Claire Coordinates 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Monterey, CA

How to tell you about me in a short paragraph? Ok, here we go - born & raised in Australia, recently American. Currently Aus-Merican. Wife to Spencer (2016), Mum/Mom to Reed (2020), and Milo (2023).  Big fan of a latte in the morning and a French75 on special occasions. An avid listener of audiobooks, podcasts, Taylor Swift, my 'Theatre Mix' playlist on Spotify, and early 2000's pop and, occasionally, 2010's emo. A repeat watcher of Bridgerton, New Girl, The Good Place, The Righteous Gemstones, VEEP, & Ted Lasso.

Awarded Best of Zola
Claire played such a big role in our perfect wedding day. We planned a simple DIY wedding with minimal decor. She was so helpful from our first consultation call. There were things we didn't know to consider or how to find, and she was so willing to offer recommendations and suggestions. Closer to the wedding, she managed our vendor communications and big day timeline. She is honest, organized, innovative, and so thorough. One of the letters on our Mr & Mrs sign broke and she glued a cute tiny bow over the letter with eyelash glue! We appreciated Claire so much. On top of managing our timeline, wedding party, family, hired staff, last minute changes, and very drunk people, she truly prioritized what we (the bride and groom) valued. Also, she protected our peace during the whole day and kept us safe throughout the night. We could not have done our wedding without Claire and truly recommend her to everyone!
Maxie, 6 months ago
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Styled By Linds Event Planning and Design 
Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Monterey, CA

At Styled By Linds, we understand the significance of your special moments and the emotions that come with them. Our mission is to create a curated and authentic experience for you while capturing the essence of your unique love story. Whether you're planning an intimate backyard wedding or an elegant destination wedding, we are here to curate a personal design experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lindsey is simply the best planner to work with! She truly understands my perspective and always values my input. Her hard work and dedication are inspiring, and our styles align perfectly, making collaboration effortless and enjoyable. The last event we worked on together was absolutely unbelievable—everything went so smoothly, thanks to her impeccable organization and attention to detail. I’m always thrilled to work with Lindsey, and I would gladly do so anytime. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for a top-tier planner!
Andrea, 2 years ago
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Confetti&Cocktails 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Our background is in luxury events at Pebble Beach Resorts where personalized, attentive and polished service remain at our core. We believe you should enjoy your day and craft your day how you want. We are here to provide expertise and support so you can do just that - enjoy the wedding planning process. We are local to Carmel, CA that focuses on design, logistics and the perfect execution of your day. When you plan with us, we work alongside you, offer extensive design production knowledge and take care of all the logistics. We build close relationships with our couples and can't wait to get to know you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Andrina and her team at Confetti and Cocktails are the greatest wedding planners ever ever ever. We wanted an intimate wedding and I was worried that a planner would not be as invested as they would for a larger wedding - that could not have father from the truth. From the initial call, all the way through the wedding day and beyond, she has been our designer, therapist, and dream maker. Her professionalism, quick response times to my million questions, and advice on all things wedding related were so helpful during the planning process. She knows the best venues and has great relationships with vendors near and far. The design creation was so fun. She sent a personalized mood board of things we had discussed on the phone and I got to go through and choose the ideas that spoke to me. Then we got to meet at the showroom and put all the pieces together. The day of, Andrina came prepared with EVERYTHING you could possibly ever need. She managed all the vendors and helped everyone stick to the timeline. All I had to do the day of was enjoy getting married. Everything went so smoothly and the day was exactly what we had hoped and planned for. I literally cannot put into words just how wonderful of a person Andrina is and how talented she is. You can tell it is not just her job, but also her passion. If you are looking for a planner, I recommend her a million times over.
Sarah K., 2 years ago
Emi Reese Events 
Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Hi, I’m Emi Reese! A wedding planner who loves turning your vision into a day that feels perfectly you. From timelines to tiny details, I handle it all so you can relax and truly enjoy every moment. My goal is to make your day stress-free, beautiful, and full of joy. A celebration you’ll remember forever.

Emi is a kind, thoughtful, and sweet wedding planner who knows how to make your day exactly what you want it to be. She is quick to communicate, beloved by vendors, and has studied under some of the most well respected wedding planners in the industry. She has ample expertise and experience within the Bay Area and will make sure your guests, whether local or visiting, feel loved and cared for. Every detail will be precisely executed and every special moment savored. Can’t recommend her enough!
Natasha, 10 months ago
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Atlas Design Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Monterey, CA

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

Chels from Atlas Design is absolutely amazing. We found her after researching and meeting with many other wedding planners and knew right away she was a perfect fit! We were looking for partial planning services and the most important things for us in a planner were 1) personality fit and 2) a get ‘er done attitude. Chels has both of these and so much more! We couldn’t believe how much she did for us over 1.5 years of planning our wedding - from vendor sourcing to coordination, logistics, timelines, design boards, being a sounding board, day of execution to perfection - The list goes on and on and on. She is delightful. Please look no further if you are looking for someone who will make you feel at ease and like you’ve gained a trusted friend in the end. We loved working with her!
Kelsie M., 3 years ago
Destination Weddings Travel Group 
Rating: 4.4 (102 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Destination Weddings is an award-winning company specializing in helping couples choose the perfect venue for their celebration in Mexico, the Caribbean and beyond, and then assisting with all of the group's travel arrangements. We also work with you and the onsite wedding coordinator at your resort to create the wedding package of your dreams, from the ceremony decor to the reception entertainment (and everything in between)! Upon creating a profile with us, you'll be paired with a Certified Destination Wedding Specialist who will be with you the whole way and ensure your vision comes to life.

Destination Weddings Travel Group was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, they provided quick replies to all of our questions and requests, making the planning process seamless. Their high-quality service and exceptional value were evident throughout, as they took great care of us and our guests every step of the way. The attention to detail and personalized touches they brought to our special day truly made it an unforgettable experience. We couldn't recommend Destination Weddings Travel Group more highly to any couple planning their dream wedding.
Amanda & D., 2 years ago
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oso events 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $9,950
  • Serves Monterey, CA

oso events began with our own wedding, and as a husband-and-wife team, we know firsthand how important it is to have a day that feels effortless, personal, and entirely yours. We’ve been in your shoes, and that’s why we approach planning with both expertise and empathy.​ But we don’t do it alone. Behind every wedding is team oso—a group of experienced planners who share our passion for seamless events and thoughtful execution. We bring a calm presence, deep expertise, and an obsession with making sure things run smoothly—so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Awarded Best of Zola
We first learned about Oso Events in the summer of 2022 while remotely planning our California wedding from the East Coast. From the very first introductory call, they blew us away with their professionalism, punctuality, warmth, organization, and excellence. Without them, our wedding would not have been nearly as amazing as it was! They found us fantastic vendors in the Bay Area like the food, HMUA, DJ, and server staffing company, organized our wedding day schedule, held regular video calls with us, got quotes from vendors, kept track of our budget and payment schedule with weekly updates, arranged set-up of the ceremony and reception venue, made sure our vendors got day-of tips, and more! The only thing that could be improved is that there was a specific deadline for event liability insurance that I and the planning team all missed initially. No harm was done though! The mistake was caught in time before it affected the event, and all went well! Michelle and Raymundo excellently identified what our energy levels as a newlywed couple would be like in the week leading up to the big event, and the day of the actual wedding. Raymundo directed our impromptu ceremony rehearsal, helping our officiant and party mark their places and signaling where/when we should stand and walk. Michelle checked in with the bride and the groom consistently throughout the night of the reception, asking if we needed water, food, or other drinks since we were often distracted by the festivities. They maintained effective communication leading up to and on the day of the wedding. Their decorations at the ceremony and reception were absolutely gorgeous and exactly what we wanted. At the end of the night, they managed takedown, and made sure all of the personal decorative items and remembrance photos we brought were conveniently all in the same box for us to take home. Through the yearlong process of planning, they dealt with last-minute logistical changes with incredible poise, and truly grounded us, allowing us to enjoy the day with free minds. The team even accommodated two of our guests who tested positive for COVID last-minute by setting up a separate table for them in the outdoor venue. We couldn't recommend them more highly. Not to mention, their BobaHolics boba bar was a huge hit and the photo booth was a lot of fun. We got a lot of mileage out of the sustainable decor inventory, which prevented us from having tons of wedding stuff on hand that we'd accumulate and need to resell after. The entire range of services offered by Oso is incredibly helpful and will make any event an absolute hit. We have loved working with the team and we’re so grateful they decided to take us on as clients at the start of their wedding planning journey.
Sharon C., 2 years ago
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Kaci Danae Events 
Rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Serves Monterey, CA

I’ve always been inspired by the strong, ambitious women in my life who built successful small businesses in the hospitality industry — from restaurant owners and bakers to caterers and florists. Growing up surrounded by their entrepreneurial spirit, I was motivated to follow my own path and create something meaningful in the world of events. ​ After spending two years working as a Wedding Coordinator at the Westin, the pandemic hit and forced a pause on hotel weddings. That unexpected turn of events only fueled my determination to turn my passion into a full-time business. And so, Kaci Danae Events was born.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kaci was so great to work with at the last wedding I photographed. She had clear communication with all of the vendors, paid attention to the little details, and day-of made things very easy. She was calm, easy going, and worked so effortlessly behind the scenes to make a seamless wedding day happen for the couple. I'd absolutely work with her again on any event. If you're looking for a coordinator to make your event stress free, she is your best pick!
Jessica W., 15 days ago
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Fresh Capsule Vibes Weddings 
Rating: 4.8 (46 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Monterey, CA

We’re a husband-and-wife team based in Arizona, Bay Area, and Southern California where we proudly serving couples locally and worldwide. We’re passionate about making your special day truly unforgettable. From documenting your milestones and bringing your vision to life through styling, to planning, coordinating, and capturing every meaningful moment, we’re with you every step of the way. Our goal is to preserve every detail, every emotion, and every vibe that makes your love story uniquely yours.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jesse and her team at Fresh Capsule Vibes LLC are wonderful with communication. Coming from a type A bride, she truly allowed me to be present and feel comfortable during my wedding and leading up to it! Jesse is passionate and fun to work with. Her assistant photographer, Lexi was wonderful and her assistant coordinators were as well. I would absolutely recommend them all, they know what they are doing!! Jesse and her team kept my mind at ease and facilitated the day from start to end. Wonderful team! I would 1000% recommend them. We did the photography, videography, photo booth and month of coordination package. Communication was always prompt, quick to get sneak peaks, and overall my day was PERFECT with their help!
Anastasia F., 10 months ago
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The Perfect Pair Wedding 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Hi! I am Clemence the face behind The Perfect Pair Wedding :) I am born & raised in France, in the city of love Paris. During college I got the chance to do a semester abroad in San Diego, and met this really special, handsome, American guy... You see it coming? YES! After 3 years of long distance relationship, I finally married the love of my life. A little bit about The Perfect Pair Wedding... it is a San Diego based Wedding planning company, we plan & design weddings all over Southern California to bring to life our Perfect Pair's dreams.

Awarded Best of Zola
Clemence helped us navigate coordinating our wedding from day 1 and truly lifted so much of the stress of planning off of ourselves. She was very easy to communicate with and always made herself available for questions or talking through certain aspects of planning the day. She took control of communication with our vendors several months in advance and was extremely organized. Her expertise with wedding planning & coordination made us feel very confident going into our big day. Clemence and her team made our actual wedding day and absolute breeze – my husband and I both felt like every aspect was under control and no one was left wondering where they needed to be next, and it was such a relief to not have to handle those details ourselves. We never had to worry about anything going wrong because Clemence had everything under control at all times. Her team was such a pleasure to work with, I highly recommend using them for your special day!
Kendall G., 2 years ago
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Weddings with Athena 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Hi, I’m Athena! As a wedding planner and event coordinator based in Northern CA, I specialize in creating seamless and memorable celebrations. With years of experience in the industry and a background in design consulting, I focus on bringing my clients’ unique visions to life while ensuring a stress-free planning experience. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate gathering or a grand affair, I’m here to guide you every step of the way—from vendor coordination to timeline creation and all the little details in between. My goal is to make the planning process enjoyable and to craft an event that truly reflects you.

Athena was the planner/coordinator for our daughter’s out of town wedding. She made Madi’s vision come to life. Athena went above and beyond to help us stay organized, gave us timelines, and had wonderful ideas. We couldn’t have asked for better service. She became like family to us! We miss working with her.
Kim J., a year ago
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Events by McKenna 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Our Weddings and Events company was born after nearly ten years of planning and coordinating by McKenna Folmar. She has traveled across the world making sure each and every event she was at was organized, stress free for the client, and done beautifully. She has coordinated hundreds of weddings and is known for her calm, cheerful, and efficient approach to events. ​ Perfect for Weddings, Upscale Work Events, and Parties in Your Life. Book McKenna for your next gathering if you want to enjoy your party and not have to worry about a single detail.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m not even sure where to begin to describe how amazing Events by McKenna is at what they do!! McKenna is the most kind, helpful, and enthusiastic person to assist you during such an important time in your life. She made sure everything went perfectly on our wedding day and every day leading up to it! When we first started our wedding planning journey, we only knew where we wanted to have it, and due to the venue location not regularly being used for weddings, we needed to outsource vendors for everything. That's where McKenna came in and helped us out by hand-picking every vendor that she knew would provide the exact things we were looking for. From catering, florals, furniture rentals, DJ, and all the little details, she knew who would be perfect for the job and she was right about every single one! Every time we had a question or a crazy idea, she had an answer right away and she would do everything she could to make it happen. One thing that we were really hoping for was getting a disco ball above our dance floor, but since we were outdoors, it wasn’t looking promising. McKenna was the one who made sure that we got our disco ball, and it was absolutely perfect! That’s just one example of the many ways McKenna ensured our dream wedding would become a reality. On the day of, McKenna and her team were so efficient and handled everything so that my husband and I could relax and focus on ourselves. We got to our venue and everything was already done and ready to start the day! McKenna was amazing at time management throughout the day, and she was so helpful to not only us, but our families, wedding party and guests as well. Everything went perfectly on schedule and all the crazy ideas that we had came to life with no issues! It was truly the best day of our lives and it wouldn’t have been possible without McKenna’s help! I could write so much more on how incredible Events by McKenna is, but to sum it all up, they are the best choice for your wedding planning and coordinating needs and you will not regret choosing them for your big day!!
Ashlee G., 2 years ago
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Sara Elizabeth Events 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Monterey, CA

I am a lifetime Central Coast resident, born and raised in Templeton. I have spent most of my career in the hospitality industry. It wasn't until I started a job in catering management that I realized I had a passion for weddings. I continued doing catering management for 2 years, and then I started assisting all of my favorite wedding planners for 2 years. Most recently I landed a job in Venue Management and that is when I knew I wanted my own wedding planning business. In my free time I love to go hiking, lift weights and spend time with my family, including our 4 rescue pups. I look forward to meeting you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Sara is the BEST! As a wedding photographer myself, I work with a lot of coordinators and vendors, and Sara is truly one of my favorites. She is incredibly personable, so easy to work with, and always quick to respond to any questions. She's organized, attentive, and absolutely on top of her game from start to finish. So seriously, stop your search and hire her. You can thank me later! Your wedding is in the best hands with Sara! -Burlap & Oak Wedding Photography
Andy B., 10 months ago
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Heyday Weddings & Events 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Experienced event planner with a hospitality background. Passionate about crafting unforgettable moments and forming real connections. Making dream weddings a reality on the stunning Central Coast of California. Let's create magic together!

Awarded Best of Zola
Candice and her team are THE BEST. Our wedding wouldn’t have been what it was without her. She pays thoughtful attention to detail, is extremely organized, has great relationships with vendors, and is amazing at design. She helped us create a budget and tracked that we were staying aligned. Candice made the planning process a breeze and was so great to work with on the day of. She got along with our families & bridal party splendidly. Everyone should hire Candice!!!
Jacquelyn L., 9 months ago
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Two Perfect Events 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Two Perfect Events was created out of a love for planning. This developed into a greater love of bringing others happiness and relief in their journey in putting together their unique and perfect events. We embrace the unconventional to plan the most fun, authentic, and take-your-breath-away wedding experiences. Two Perfect Events is an award-winning and published event design and planning studio based in the Bay Area. We also travel worldwide!

Awarded Best of Zola
We found TPE through Yelp and are so glad we chose Leah. She was an absolute pleasure to work with, matching our energy and preferences perfectly to bring our vision of a cozy, laid-back celebration to life. Her planning templates made the process effortless, and her guidance was invaluable every step of the way. On the wedding day, Leah and Leo went above and beyond - even replacing centerpieces I had misplaced. They kept the timeline on track and handled every detail, from securing gifts to ensuring everything ran smoothly. This allowed us to fully enjoy our celebration without a single worry. Leah helped us design a day that truly represented us - nerdy, cozy, and unique. From a special ceremony in the Cal Academy Planetarium to a cocktail hour in the aquarium and dinner in the atrium, it was seamless. All of the vendors she recommended were professional, approachable, and a delight to work with. We and our guests had an amazing time, and we are so grateful to Leah for making our day truly special!
Niru R., 8 months ago
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Lavender Crown LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,450
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Wedding Planning, Event Management, & Canine Coordination | With over 10 years of combined experience, Lavender Crown's planners Michelle and Hannah are based in San Jose and serves the Greater Bay area and beyond. We value a work-life-planning balance to that you can take back your time. Whether you just want some advice during the planning process or need someone to help save you over 100+ hours of your time, we're here for you.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had such a great experience! Our chaperone, Michele, was amazing — super professional, kind, and made us feel totally at ease. She sent us tons of cute pictures and updates, and it was so clear our dog was having the best time. It’s such a relief knowing our pup was in such good hands. Highly recommend Michele and Lavender Crown!
Paarth T., 10 months ago
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Rose Event Company 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
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  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Monterey, CA

I’m Ashley, the owner of Rose Event Co. I love being able to share in the love of two individuals and feel lucky to get to work with such wonderful people each day! I’ve been planning weddings and events for over eight years now, and I couldn’t be more thankful with where I am now in my business. I primarily serve the OR | WA | CA markets, but will travel anywhere!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ashley was amazing to work with and was so on top of everything- from vendors to decor, she made the wedding planning process way less stressful and kept me way more organized! She really helped our dream wedding come to life and had great vendor recommendations & suggestions, she handled all communication to help take the burden off of us! Day of, she helped the wedding go so smoothly so we could just be a guest at our own wedding! Highly recommend Ashley and the work she does!
Carmel, 2 years ago
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Redwood Weddings and Events 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Monterey, CA

I've been navigating the WI wedding industry since starting Redwoods in 2023. Before that, my love for events came from working at a winery in Napa, California. I'm here to help you with the chaotic parts of planning; navigating your budget, choosing the right vendors, staying on track with planning progress, and of course, managing the entire event day of (and everything in between). When I'm not in office, you can find me walking my dogs, reading a book, finding a fun craft class or restaurant to visit with my husband Alex (yes we have the same name) or traveling.

Awarded Best of Zola
Alex and Katie at Redwood were incredible for day-of-coordination. They made planning less stressful by answering our questions, providing useful resources, and giving great feedback on timeline. On the day-of, Katie managed set up/clean up, kept us on track, and gave us a general sense of peace. I’m usually a little Type A, but as a bride I felt I could fully chill and enjoy the day with Katie there - we were in good hands. She worked seamlessly with our vendors, venue, and officiant (a friend who officiated for the first time) and checked the little details. We loved her so much, we recommended her to some friends and we’ll see her in a month at their wedding!
Nicole B., a year ago
Flores Events 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Monterey, CA

...everyone needs a Bradie!" The first time I read those words in a card from one of my clients, I cried. Then, a few months later, a vendor said the same line. While working an event, by the end of the night, everyone was calling me "Mom" because I was there for whatever they needed and it made us all laugh. In looking back at these moments and the feedback from my past clients and colleagues, it makes me proud to think that "everyone needs a Bradie." Everyone needs that person who will support them, hype them up, keep them on track, and be your advocate. In life, that person is likely your partner.

Bradie is an absolutely incredible wedding coordinator! I had not even hired her yet and she was helping me find vendors (who we also hired). Even our photographer, who had never worked with Bradie before, said she was the best he had ever had the pleasure of working with. Bradie works with you early to make sure you are on track and helps with any questions that come up. As the wedding got closer, Bradie took on communicating and organizing with my other vendors. Any bump in the plan that came up, she was on it to make sure it was resolved. If any detail was stressing me out, Bradie, took it on no problem. She was usually already working on it by the time I asked. The day of coordination was flawless. I didn't really have to think of a thing, I just got to have fun and enjoy the big day. It's 8 million percent worth it to have Bradie as your coordinator.
Samantha S., 2 years ago
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Zuzu Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Monterey, CA
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Zuzu Collective is a bespoke wedding planning studio specializing in immersive, story-driven weddings in San Diego and throughout California and worldwide. We start with your story — your taste, your vision, what you want people to feel — and build a world from there.

Zoe put in so much hard work leading up to the wedding and especially on the day of. She pulled off a huge afternoon tea wedding with grace, good cheer, and patience. Everything was just so beautiful, I didn’t want it to end! Every time I talk to my mama about what an incredible job she did she says Zoe never stopped working so quickly and efficiently the whole day!! From the moment I spoke with Zoe, I knew I wanted her to be the one to make my afternoon tea wedding reception come true! She is so kind and organized and quick to respond to questions. She made a timeline for the wedding and added teacups, teapots, and a cute cart to the timeline so it wasn't just text on white paper. She really is more of a months-before-coordinator instead of a day-of-coordinator. She responded to texts and emails quickly and helped me stay calm leading up to the wedding day. Zoe met me, my then future husband, my mama and dad, and our caterer at the bridge club about two weeks before the big day. She helped figure out where everything was going to go and had a contingency plan in case it rained (which it did) She timed out how long it would take for my parents to walk me down the aisle so we knew how long we could let the processional song play. On the big day, it was raining but that didn't spoil Zoe's mood or ability to put everything together in a timely manner. She worked alongside our tea service person to set 14 tables with different color tablecloths, mismatched teacups, saucers, bread plates, luncheon plates, 3-tiered stands, water glasses, coupe glasses, napkins, decorative books, table numbers, bud vases, and wedding favors for 52 people. She also set-up our welcome table with bread and butter, water dispensers, guest book, and library card catalog for the seating chart. In addition to all this, she made sure I had my bouquet and was ready to walk down the aisle on-time, played the 3 different songs we had for the ceremony, and wrangled the guests to be seated and placed our floral arrangements on either side of the alter. During the afternoon tea she poured water, Prosecco, and sparkling apple cider for everyone. She played our Spotify playlist from her phone and brought out the wedding cake for us to cut. Once the reception was over, she and our tea server packed up all of the items so our Taskrabbit person could take everything back to our condo. She did this so quickly and efficiently and told me and my husband we didn't need to help. I really don't think we could have pulled off such a huge event without her!! Oh! and she was so sweet during the getting ready portion of the day, she gave me a glass teapot ornament as a wedding day gift (((*warm fuzzies*)))
Ginger W., 8 months ago
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Kaiya Smith Events 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Monterey, CA

Kaiya Smith Events is a boutique planning studio based in Oakland, serving the California and beyond. Founded by Kaiya Smith, formally trained, deeply experienced, and relentlessly detail-oriented. We offer full planning, partial planning with design, and event management for couples who want their day to feel effortless, intentional, and entirely their own. Black-owned. Currently booking 2027.

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It was a pleasure working with Kaiya! She was very cooperative, knowledgeable, and organized throughout the entire process. The package I chose with Kaiya was the event management service. Wedding planning was a bit stressful for me since it was just my partner and I planning the whole thing together but 3 months before the event Kaiya jumped in and helped manage all of our vendors, helped with day of timeline, and more. She also helped coordinate the rehearsals and the day of the wedding. I truly did not have to worry about a single thing on my wedding day, Kaiya handled everything with ease and care, and she guided us through our timelines of events that day with expertise. Without her I don’t know how I would have been able to manage everything on my own. I appreciate her greatly and am glad I was able to work with her! Thank you again Kaiya!
Karen R., 4 months ago