The Best Wedding Vendors in Riva, MD

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Riva, MD

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Bloom Luxury Box 
Rating: 4.9 (102 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Florist
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Riva, MD

Luxury, custom-designed arrangements – Each bouquet is designed to fit the customer's occasion, style, color preferences, and budget instead of relying only on standard designs. Bloom Luxury Box, it's a luxury florist based in Annapolis, Maryland that creates premium flower arrangements, rose boxes, balloon displays, and custom gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, graduations, and other special occasions.

Bloom Luxury Box made my wedding day absolutely beautiful! From the first consultation to the final setup, everything was handled with professionalism, creativity, and so much attention to detail. My bouquet, centerpieces, and ceremony flowers were even more stunning than I imagined, and every arrangement looked fresh and luxurious. The team was reliable, easy to communicate with, and truly listened to my vision. They made the entire floral process stress-free, and I received so many compliments from our guests throughout the day. If you’re looking for a florist who creates breathtaking wedding flowers and genuinely cares about making your day special, I highly recommend Bloom Luxury Box. Thank you for making our wedding unforgettable!
Lozado, 2 months ago
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Toussaint Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (87 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Riva, MD

Welcome to Toussaint Productions DJ & Entertainment services. We provide an amazing and entertaining experience that is driven by your dreams. Every detail of your wedding with our company is customized and tailor fit to your needs. With over 20 years of combined experience in the Music & DJing industry. Your wedding is personal to us, which is why our communication and insight are here to place you at ease. We average over 200 weddings a year so you can ensure we have the right experience, knowledge, and passion to bring to your wedding. a remarkable and entertaining celebration with music you can feel.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were certain we wanted to work with Alex / Toussaint Productions halfway through our introduction call. We immediately knew that Alex would not only show up for us on our wedding day, but he would really get the party started. I think each of us (me, my husband, and Alex) were not sure how or what to expect from our diverse wedding guest list. Well, Alex worked his magic and had our dance floor PACKED throughout the entire reception! I still am blown away by just how epic and fun our ceremony was. I knew my people would show up, but Alex truly kept everyone going until it was time to bring the party elsewhere. Every single one of our guests raved about Alex to us after the wedding, and we still have people mentioning to us about how awesome our dj was. Aside from what he brought to the table on our wedding day, Alex and his team are professional, kind, and just simply passionate about their work. I would book with Toussaint Productions again and again, and cannot recommend them enough!
Shawna B., 2 years ago
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DJ Nilla 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Riva, MD
  • Offer

Making your big day the best day of your life is what I was born to do! I've DJed hundreds of parties since the mid-90s, so I know what it takes to help you throw an amazing party. If you are looking for someone with good energy, professional quality, and super responsiveness, then look no further.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Nilla absolutely crushed it at our wedding! From start to finish, he was professional, friendly, and an absolute joy to work with. He was incredibly flexible with our playlists, blending the music we wanted with great crowd-pleasers to keep the energy high and the dance floor packed all night long. He brought all his own equipment and handled everything so smoothly that we didn’t have to worry about a thing. On top of that, his communication was amazing. He met with us in person, kept in touch through texts and calls, and made sure every detail was exactly how we wanted it. He really cared about making our day perfect, and it showed. If you are looking for a DJ who’s talented, professional, and just awesome to work with, DJ Nilla is your guy!
Cole P., a year ago
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EventBay 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Riva, MD

My journey into the wedding industry may be unconventional, but it has given me the skills and expertise to execute flawless events with ease. I started my career as a civil engineer, managing large-scale projects where problem-solving, attention to detail, and seamless coordination were essential. While I loved the technical side of it, what truly excited me was bringing a vision to life—orchestrating every moving piece to ensure a successful outcome. Now, I’ve combined my love for organization and creativity into wedding coordination and event planning, where I help couples turn their dream weddings into reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
Exactly one week ago, I married the love of my life. I could not have managed the stress of planning a wedding without the grace of God and EventBay, LLC. From consultation to day of, Bashan McLeod (owner) exuded professionalism, profoundness and poise. Her skillset, knowledge and expertise of wedding planning and event planning provided a sense of ease and allowed me to focus on the only important thing…marrying my husband. Lol. I retained the Day of Coordinator service from EventBay, LLC. and the Event Agenda a la cart service to make my big day manageable. Bashan went above and beyond, she always did a monthly check up on me to see how I was doing before her services started. And when the 30 days out started, this business owner was on it! She also recommended vendors when my now husband and I were stuck and could not find a DJ. My entire wedding party was in awe of the seamless transitions between timeline tasks and how Bashan and her team got us together. I am so very grateful to have found EventBay, LLC. I literally had no clue what I was doing. Bashan was clear and concise, personable, and fancy. I would definitely utilize EventBay, LLC.’s services again in the future for any event. Truly a God send!!!!
Jessica, a year ago
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Love Story By Aira Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Riva, MD

Your wedding day will be one of the most real days of your life — full of emotions, laughter, happy tears, and the people you love most. It deserves to be remembered exactly as it felt. I’m Aira, a documentary wedding photographer based in Maryland, available worldwide. I show up, get to know you, and quietly capture everything as it unfolds — the moments you noticed, and the ones you didn’t. Gentle guidance when you need it. Just you, being completely yourselves. I take on limited weddings each year. If your date is available — let’s talk.

Aira and her fellow photographer did a wonderful job at our wedding. They were able to capture the entire evening from start to finish, starting with getting ready and ending with our mock send off. The quality of the photos is excellent, demonstrating both skill and creativity. The number of photos is also impressive, providing us with many options to print and remember for years to come. We are extremely pleased with how the photos came out and would highly recommend using them as your wedding photographers on your special day!
John G., 4 months ago
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Atalie Day Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Riva, MD

I live for documenting the connections between people—the genuine, unscripted, deeply human moments that tell a real story. I’m a wedding photographer with a fine art meets photojournalism style, which I began to cultivate while attending the Corcoran College of Art + Design in DC. I believe in “happily ever afters” because I found mine with my husband, Jared. We've been married for 20 years. I love photographing couples who (like me) have found their person—their best friend, partner, and soulmate. My mission is to capture love in its purest form and turn it into timeless art you’ll cherish forever.

It’s hard to put into words how amazingly talented Atalie is - from her impeccable ability to capture the most candid and happiest moments, to making sure everyone feels comfortable and beautiful in front of the camera, to bringing an upbeat yet calming vibe, to making you feel like you’re reliving your wedding day each time you look at your photos (which she gets back to you in record timing!). Thank you Atalie for giving my husband and I the most beautiful photos that we will treasure forever. We you!
Gabrielle F., a year ago
Mako Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Serves Riva, MD

Mako Productions is all about capturing unforgettable moments through visual storytelling. With a decade of experience in wedding videography, we bring expertise, passion, and creativity to every project. Our goal is to provide couples with a stress-free, memorable experience from start to finish. When you choose us, you're not just hiring videographers—you’re gaining a trusted partner dedicated to capturing your love story authentically. Our personalized approach ensures a wedding portfolio that beautifully reflects your personality, making your special day truly unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Mako Productions was absolutely fantastic to work with for our wedding videography. From the very first interaction, they were incredibly responsive, supportive, and professional. The quality of their work was excellent - they captured all the best highlights and special moments of our day and combined them into a wonderful video with great music selection. They gave us awesome ideas for shots that made for incredible footage, like having the drone follow us as we walked out to the water's edge at the canal. They also got some really fun and creative shots with our wedding party, including a fun "rush up from behind us" gag. Mako Productions worked seamlessly with our entire wedding party, including our dog who typically hates being on camera, as well as our very shy young flower girl. The videographer was a total pro and we couldn't be happier with the end result. We highly recommend Mako Productions to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding videography experience!
Shelby C., 9 months ago
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Laura McMullin Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Riva, MD

I’m Laura - a photographer and lifelong storyteller who believes that being human is the art. I create imagery for people who don’t always see themselves in traditional photography: the dreamers, the artists, the misfits, and anyone still reaching for the clouds. My work blends editorial sensibility with emotional honesty. Think expressive color, playful imagination, and images that feel like they’re humming with soul. I’m here to make you feel seen, safe, and celebrated - because the best art happens when you’re allowed to simply be yourself. You bring the story; I’ll build the vision.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't say enough about how amazing Laura is!! Just by looking at her website you can tell that she is the most welcoming, genuine human being and the photos she takes captures everyone's personalities so perfectly. As someone who feels super awkward taking pictures Laura immediately makes you feel comfortable and it absolutely reflects in the photos. She did both our engagement and wedding and I couldn't have asked for a better experience and photos. I have recommended her to everyone that's looking for photos and will continue to do so
Brianne L., 10 months ago
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Buxton Media Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Riva, MD

With over six years as a professional videographer and photographer, we have filmed various weddings that span many cultures and traditions. We strive to ensure each couple receives our full focus and attention, only taking on a certain number of weddings a year to ensure quality customer service and personal care. Our style blends cinematic elegance with storytelling techniques, with candid and natural moments that reflect the true essence of each happy occasion.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had such a wonderful experience working with Buxton Media Productions. From start to finish, Joshua was a dream to have as our videographer. He blended into the day so seamlessly that I often forgot he was there and that was exactly what I loved most. Many of our guests even commented afterward on how he was like a “fly on the wall,” capturing every meaningful moment without ever intruding on the joy and intimacy of the day. The final videos are breathtaking. Joshua’s eye for detail paired with Maddie’s editing created a highlight reel that feels cinematic yet deeply personal. Maddie pulled together the emotions, energy, and little in-between moments into something we’ll treasure forever. Watching it feels like reliving the day all over again. Professional, kind, and incredibly talented, Joshua and Maddie exceeded our expectations in every way. If you’re looking for a team who will honor the authenticity of your wedding while also delivering stunning, high-quality work, I couldn’t recommend them more highly.
Gaby C., a year ago
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formicastudios 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,493
  • Serves Riva, MD

Experience: Over 25 years as a full time wedding photographer/videographer and having photographed over 2000 weddings. We are Storyteller wedding photographers/videographers. We tell our clients’ stories, not our own. This automatically requires that we talk to our clients about what is important to them, and that we listen and deliver. “Photography is not just a way to document the world around you, but it can open the door to be an Artist and have an outlet for the creative process.” Relationship: I want to get to know you and I target my images to your desires.

Awarded Best of Zola
From start to finish, Frank demonstrated exceptional professionalism and skill. One of the standout aspects was his responsiveness. Every email I sent received a prompt and thoughtful reply, which made the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. His proactive communication and willingness to address any questions or concerns made a significant difference in our experience. The quality of the photos was nothing short of outstanding. Each image was beautifully composed, capturing the essence and emotion of our wedding. Our friends and family were also impressed with the convenience of accessing their own photos via download links—a thoughtful touch that added to the overall positive experience. If you're looking for a photographer who combines professionalism with artistic excellence, I highly recommend Frank. He truly helped make our special day unforgettable with his remarkable work.
Monica, 2 years ago
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Entertainment Excellence / DJ CJ 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Riva, MD

It’s time to plan the big day. You want your wedding to be a night to remember. Look no further. Entertainment Excellence provides entertainment that is far from ordinary. We don’t just show up & push play. From the ceremony music to introducing your wedding party; everything is handled in the most professional manner. When it’s time to open the dance floor, prepare for the party of a lifetime! The highest level of beat mixing & live mashups will keep you & all of your guests on the dance floor all night.

Awarded Best of Zola
CJ was a life saver for our wedding! Starting with meeting him for the first time, he was super understanding and helped guide us with what our ideal wedding sounded like. He was super approachable and responsive to our questions. When we sent him our playlists for what we wanted him to play he went over each song and made sure he had the correct song by the correct artist which was super helpful. Now for where he saved our wedding! Our venue made a mistake of using our props for a wedding the night before but when CJ found out, he offered to use his cold sparks for us which was absolutely amazing! He kept the party alive and the fun flowing! We had so many guests come up to us during and after asking us if where we found CJ and loved his work. CJ made the soundtrack of our best day ever amazing.
Gary, a year ago
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Walden Country Club 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
Crofton, MD
  • Venue
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $7,000

Walden Country Club in Crofton, MD is an intimate and classic wedding venue just west of Annapolis, blending scenic outdoor charm with elegant event spaces. Nestled alongside a beautiful 18-hole golf course, Walden offers outdoor ceremony areas and an expansive lawn that create a picturesque backdrop for your special day. The covered verandah overlooking the course invites you and your guests to relax, mingle, and enjoy breathtaking sunset views—perfect for unforgettable photos and lasting memories.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Designed for grand celebrations
  • Creates a sense of togetherness

Venue considerations

  • No built-in audiovisual options
  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • No on-site guest accommodations
Awarded Best of Zola
The team at Walden Country Club team lead by the Food & Beverage Director Ilene Murphy was a pleasure to work with throughout our wedding planning process. Their communication was prompt, effective, and incredibly helpful as we navigated all the details. The venue itself was immaculately clean and offered great value - it was easy to transform the space to fit our vision. They provided wonderful suggestions that really elevated our special day, and the food was absolutely delicious. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we highly recommend Walden Country Club to any couple looking for a stress-free, beautiful wedding venue.
Melinda A., 9 months ago
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Modern Social Events 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Riva, MD

Modern Social Events and Design, LLC is a wedding planning and event design company based in DMV. While we specialize in weddings, we offer completely customizable packages for all event types. Our true passion lies in creating compelling event experiences that are bold, bright, and authentically yours. We’re a duo who love to bring Pinterest-worthy visions to life, and we’re here to make your celebration a memorable one. The Modern Social team takes a thoughtful and thorough approach rooted in creative strategy. We design layered events with intentional details to fully capture and celebrate your modern love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you’re thinking about hiring Modern Social Events for your wedding, just do it. They were incredible from start to finish and made the entire process feel so easy and stress-free. Every detail and request we had was handled without hesitation, and on the wedding day they were constantly making sure everything stayed on track behind the scenes. The biggest testament to how amazing they are was when a huge thunderstorm popped up right before our ceremony. Within 15 minutes they had every vendor switched over to the rain plan, and somehow made it feel like that had been the plan all along. Our guests had no idea how much work was happening behind the scenes. We truly could not have pulled off such a smooth and beautiful day without them. So grateful for everything Maddie and Cass did to make our wedding day perfect!
Jackie P., 3 months ago
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Champagne Quarters Mobile Bar 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Riva, MD

Lydia refined her customer service and bartending skills in dynamic settings, such as high-volume catering venues, upscale restaurants, and a range of special events and parties. With more than 14 years of experience and a deep love for hospitality, she takes pride in crafting each event with care, creativity, and a personalized touch.

We can’t say enough great things about our event! We had a party with about 60 people, the owner Lydia was eager to make sure we were very well taken care of. They took care of all the details and they make fantastic cocktails!!! It was well worth it and really made the event spectacular! Everyone who attended loved the horse trailer- so unique! Will definitely spread the word!
Michael, 2 years ago
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Celebrations at the Bay 
Rating: 4.9 (12 reviews)
Pasadena, MD
  • Venue
  • Up to 400 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

Our waterfront wedding venue lets the Chesapeake Bay provide a beautiful and elegant backdrop to your special day. Our goal is to exceed your expectations right down to the smallest detail because your wedding deserves no less. Our 30 years of experience planning all-inclusive weddings means that your journey can be stress-free. From relaxing in your bridal suite to photos on the waterfront, to dancing the night away – your day will be perfect! Consistent quality and diverse variety is the hallmark of our wedding catering service. Whether looking for an elegant multi-course dinner, or lighter afternoon fare, our extensive selection ensures you’ll find the perfect menu to compliment your event.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers full-service amenities
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away
  • Space for a large guest list

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • No free parking
  • No on-site guest accommodations
Awarded Best of Zola
We had our wedding in the ballroom. Very scenic and beautiful venue! Overall a pretty good venue that includes food, tables, chairs, linens, etc. The ballroom house itself is beautiful with lots of light indoors due to the large windows, and a nice deck for an outside ceremony. Zoe communicated with us and answered all our questions and did our tasting and planning, until a week before the actual day where we were assigned a day of coordinator. I found this system to be not great, since the day of coordinator was essentially a stranger that you've never talked to at all, and you basically have to re explain everything you want. Even though they have an online planning tool (which is old and outdated), I found that they got our aisle directions wrong, the reception layout wrong, and our dinner meals were wrong. Thankfully, we had a separate planner that was able to correct these things, so I recommend getting an outside coordinator that works directly with you if you have room in the budget. Another thing was our limited setup time of 1.5 hours meaning the florist and other vendors couldn't set up earlier with more elaborate decorations and had to do something simple. I found out that this is because they had another wedding at the same place before ours (literally ending at 4) and so they rush to get the place cleaned for the evening wedding. The main room and the suit was renovated, but the bathrooms were all still dingy and not the best/cleanest to use. The food was good though, better than we had at our tasting and they got it out fast. Our vendors were fed the same food, and our guests thought it was pretty good wedding food. Apart from the couple hiccups we had, we thought the venue was great overall and really beautiful and we don't regret having our wedding there at all. It could be a little bit better in the small details for the price though.
Wendy G., 2 years ago
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Blue Harbor Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Riva, MD
  • Offer

Blue Harbor Weddings is a dedicated wedding photo and video team specializing in timeless storytelling. We capture your day with a blend of artistic vision and documentary style, delivering emotional, true-to-life memories you’ll cherish forever. Our approach is warm, relaxed, and focused entirely on making you feel comfortable while creating breathtaking images and films that reflect your unique love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
I did not expect to feel this emotional again. The images are soft, genuine, and full of heart. Nothing feels exaggerated or overly dramatic. Watching it brought everything rushing back. I appreciated how real and effortless it all looks. The candid expressions made me smile so much. It truly reflects the spirit of that day. The love is visible in every moment. I felt so grateful while watching. These memories are priceless to me.
Kara W., 6 months ago
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Christa Rae Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Riva, MD

I am a full time award winning professional photographer born and raised in the Annapolis area. I photograph just 30 weddings per year, and I have photographed over 300 weddings in my 11 year career as a wedding photographer. I am truly passionate about creating images that my couples will love and have to look back on years and years from now and to share with future generations. I strive to be best friends and fierce cheerleaders of my couples, because you should not only love the photos your photographer produces, but also love the person behind the camera.

Christa delivered us everything we wanted and more! From the start, Christa was organized and communicative about everything. We got to know her during our Engagment photo shoot and were excited to work with her then and at the wedding. She helped us figure out our day of timeline and how photos would fit into it since we were planning on doing a first look and knocking out ALL of the immediate family portraits out of the way… and there were 140 photo combinations we wanted due to us both having 3 siblings each and divorced parents. Christa and her second photographer captured these photos ALL before the ceremony even started - plus a few additional photos we love but didn’t initially have on our shot list. We picked Christa based on her style and editing and we are more than pleased with the products. We have gotten back our full gallery and there are SO many photos - it’s going to be very difficult picking our favorites to hang around the house without overwhelming the walls . All of our friends and family love the photos so much and have even asked who our photographer was. We will always recommend Christa!
Katie O., a year ago
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Top Tier Confections 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Riva, MD

Every couple tells me they're blown away by how soft and flavorful my cake is! Here you will find none of the dry cake with waxy, overly-sweet icing nonsense. My melt-in-your-mouth moist cake with decadently fluffy meringue buttercream will amaze you, order a sample box and try it! My menu has 40+ flavors, many of which can accommodate dietary preferences. Couples love how personal my design process is. I send bespoke sketches that incorporate your inspo pictures, invitation style, wedding colors, décor themes, dress or ring details, or even motifs from venue architecture. If you're considering an artistic, gourmet showstopper, inquire now!

Awarded Best of Zola
So easy to work with! We got a lot of little samples so we could choose our favorite and it was SO yummy. We got the coconut for the top tier and red velvet for the bottom. They delivered and we had no issues. 10/10 recommend.
Emma T., 3 years ago
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Bethany Grace Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,100
  • Serves Riva, MD

Here are some fun fast facts! -- Dog person. (they do make the cutest ring bearers and flower girls) -- I'm also an equine photographer! -- Tattoo enthusiast. -- Is there a profession of margarita connoisseur? -- LGBTQIA+ friendly! -- Houseplant addict. -- I've been married for four years to Matt! -- I love the beach but would rather dig for sand crabs than swim. -- I am glued to true crime shows on Netflix. -- I don't think the weather should be cold unless it's going to snow. -- My other dream job would be storm chaser. -- I love hiking & mountains! -- I still love the Backstreet Boys. -- I want my own herd of highland cows.

Awarded Best of Zola
You should 100 percent have Bethany take your wedding or engagement pictures! We used her for our pictures last year, and not only are the picture amazing but her easy to get along with personality was nice to work with! Even though we hadn’t met before she was so nice and made it seem like we had known her for years! :))) the pictures turned out amazing and I love them! You will be so pleased with your choice!!
Maddie & L., 6 years ago
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O'real Bakery 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Riva, MD

Moyofore is the owner and cake artist at O’real Bakery. Moyofore grew up watching her aunt bake cakes and other sweet treats. She later took courses in baking and decorating while in college, and even designed her own wedding cake. Moyofore loves simple, modern, and classic elements which are expressive in her craft of elegant cake designs. Since She started O’real Bakery, she continues to hone her skills by taking classes to deliver and surpass her clients’ dreams. She awaits your inquiry.

Awarded Best of Zola
O'real Bakery exceeded our expectations! My husband and I just got married a month ago and we hired O'real Bakery to do our wedding cake. From the beginning of the ordering process until wedding day, Moyofore made our experience worth it all! She was a pleasure to work with and made our wedding planning process smooth and stress free! We went with O'real Bakery because we loved Moyofore's elegant, classy, tasteful wedding design style. We gave her our vision and she did exactly what we asked, plus more! The fine details and unique touches Moyofore added to our wedding cake is what made it so original. My husband and I knew we did not want our cake to be too busy and the simplicity of the design is what we loved most. But that's not all, we cannot forget that it tasted delicious! We kept it simple and did vanilla cake with buttercream and it was one of the best buttercream cakes we've ever had! We highly recommend O'real Bakery for your next event!
Jarrell P., 4 years ago
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Shalom Bakery LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Riva, MD

Shalom Bakery has been serving couples and families for over 8 years, creating cakes that reflect simplicity, elegance, and quality. We believe every cake should be just as delicious as it is beautiful, which is why we prioritize high quality ingredients and thoughtful design. Our mission is to glorify God while serving people with excellence through the art of baking

Working with Shalom Bakery LLC was such a pleasure from start to finish. Peace listened to everything I wanted and made sure my vision came to life exactly as we imagined it. Every detail mattered to him he was meticulous about following myspecific instructions and truly cared about getting things right. The quality of the desserts was outstanding, with so much intention behind every single element. We've heard from lots of people that Shalom Bakery is the best in town, and after our experience, we completely agree. Thank you for always coming through with great service!!!
Abigail, 5 months ago
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Beauty by Lauren-LLBeauty 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Riva, MD

I am a mobile makeup artist based out of Annapolis, MD. I have 6+ years of experience and specialize in bridal makeup. I also have my license in Esthetics and I am always continuing my education for makeup. My goal is to always make you feel your most confident before leaving my chair!

Awarded Best of Zola
Lauren was the BEST to work with! I booked a trial with her and was able to do my engagement photos right after. My wedding wasn't for another year, and the way she listened to each of the small tweaks I wanted to make to the wedding day look was amazing. I have never felt so beautiful before in my life. She provided a "glam" look without me feeling like I had makeup caked on my face. I still felt like myself. Attaching a photo from when my makeup was first completed around 1pm, then a photo from 3am after the wedding! I was still flawless! Side note...her prices feel like a steal compared to other makeup vendors in the area and the quality of service she provides. Book Lauren if you want to slay on your wedding day.
Cassidy M., a year ago
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Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park 
Rating: 4.0 (7 reviews)
Annapolis, MD
  • Venue
  • Up to 150 guests
  • Raw space
  • Indoor & outdoor

Imagine exchanging vows with the Chesapeake Bay as your backdrop, surrounded by lush landscapes and the charm of a living shoreline. The Annapolis Maritime Museum offers a unique and picturesque setting in America’s Sailing Capital, where you can host your special day right on the water. Enjoy stunning views, an affordable venue, and a true taste of Annapolis. The Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park boasts 2 uniquely charming waterfront wedding venues. The Maritime Museum: located in the Eastport neighborhood of Annapolis, the former McNasby’s Oyster Company building offers outdoor ceremony and indoor reception space with a uniquely Chesapeake Bay vibe. The Park Pavilion: located within our 12-acre park campus along the scenic shores of Back Creek, offers a rustic stone amphitheater ceremony space with an open-air Pavilion reception, that includes a working stone fireplace. The Annapolis Maritime Museum is the coastal venue of your dreams- where history meets the harbor.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Picturesque garden backdrop
  • Dressing room available
  • Allows pets

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Does not have a dance floor
  • No on-premises lodging options
We got married at Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park and couldn't have asked for a better venue. From our first conversation, the team was responsive and easy to work with- they answered every question we had in a calm, straightforward way. The space itself is stunning, with those open waterfront views that made our ceremony feel special without us having to do much decorating. They even coordinated drop-off for our decor, which saved us so much stress on the day of. The whole experience felt effortless, and our guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the location was. 10/10 recommend if you're looking for a venue with genuine people who care about making your wedding day perfect.
Lena C., 2 months ago
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Spirits On Site 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Riva, MD

Spirits On Site is a mobile bar business serving classic and custom-crafted cocktails at weddings and special events across MD. Over the past few years, owners Kris Schutz and Steve McCray have perfected their craft, unleashing their endless creativity through fun, flavorsome drinks. Today, they come together to make your wedding celebration one to remember.

Kris and Steve are amazing!! Leading up to the wedding and on the wedding day, they could not have been more helpful and wonderful. Drinks were amazing, they provided everything we needed to have a wonderful night! I highly recommend for any event!
Maura M., a year ago
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Ridgebay Events 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Riva, MD

We believe wedding planning should be a smooth process that builds on the wedding excitement without stressing you out! That’s why we focus on building genuine relationships with our clients—so you feel supported, inspired, and truly seen throughout the entire journey. We offer packages to accommodate the most hands-off lavish experiences to the more hands-on DIY weddings because we exist to enhance your day, whichever way you choose to celebrate.

Catie was the reason my wedding day went as flawlessly as it did!! She is incredibly organized and on top of everything, all while still keeping everything fun and excited on such a stressful but exciting day. So many guests from my wedding were extremely impressed with Catie and her ability to flawlessly coordinate everything throughout the day. I don’t know what I would have don’t without Ridgebay Events!! If you aren’t using them, you’re missing out!
Hannah, a year ago
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KC Artistry 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 5
  • Serves Riva, MD

Welcome to KC Artistry LLC, your award winning premier destination for on-site professional makeup and hair services. We are a dedicated team of makeup artists and hairstylists, specializing in bridal beauty serving clients from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We pride ourselves on our advanced training and industry expertise crafting personalized, enduring beauty that lasts throughout your special day—no matter how many hours of dancing, dining, or photo ops! Whether it’s rain or shine, or MD humidity, we ensure your makeup and hair remain flawless. Trust us to keep you looking stunning from the first moment to the last.

Awarded Best of Zola
Just got my full gallery back and this pic really says it all. Krystal did my makeup and my Mother’s makeup and we just look so much like ourselves! The way Krystal just enhanced our natural features shines through because we still look like twins like we always do. Krystal is sooo easy to work with from trial to wedding day. I couldn’t recommend her more.
Kendra, a year ago
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Joie Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Riva, MD

Joie Studios specializes in family photography but has been photographing weddings and elopements for the last 6 years and has limited availability for weddings. Whether you're hoping to have a traditional church-style ceremony or a magical elopement on the red rocks of Sedona, Arizona, I'm still here for you! My goal is to capture the raw, wonderfully-made details of the ceremony that screams YOU. Marriage is a beautiful commitment between a couple before God, and there's truly nothing more powerful than that love. These are the moments that inspire me, the moments God has given us.

Megan was incredible to work with! Right from the start she was friendly, personable, and professional. She made us feel comfortable and natural during our engagement shoot so we went into the wedding with no worries. On the wedding day, she was extremely accommodating and covered lots of ground to get the best photos. We got SO many photos with Megan and are extremely grateful of her support on our big day! I’d recommend her work to anyone.
Chanel V., a year ago
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Serenity Event Rentals 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Riva, MD

We are a multi-service agency offering unique rental items to elevate your intimate wedding or event for up to 75 guests. We also offer creative design concept and event planning services to bring your vision to life. Let us take care of the little and big details and bring serenity to your event.

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Serenity Event Rentals for my wedding, and I truly cannot sing their praises enough. From our very first conversation, they listened closely to my vision and brought it to life with such artistry, attention to detail, and professionalism. They transformed our venue into something straight out of a dream — every arrangement, every color, every texture was perfectly placed and beautifully balanced. So many of our guests commented on how stunning everything looked! They were responsive, organized, and calm, and always willing to make sure I felt confident and excited about each decision.
Ayana, a year ago
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The Golf Club At South River 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Edgewater, MD
  • Venue
  • Up to 100 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $5,000

A gorgeous wedding venue just minutes from Annapolis. The Golf Club at South River is a unique golf club and wedding venue located in Edgewater, Maryland. Located just minutes from Annapolis, The Golf Club at South River offers a perfect blend of rustic and modern elements set against a lush and scenic backdrop. From the spectacular views to the lavish furnishings, The Golf Club at South River could be the perfect place to celebrate your dream wedding day. Our catering team, offers custom menu selections for plated, buffet and culinary station style events. Enjoy a signature cocktail, hors d’oeuvres, creative culinary stations, a rustic-style buffet, or an elegant plated affair at your reception. We look forward to guiding you through the process of planning your once in a lifetime occasion!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Allows pets
  • Multiple event spaces
  • Full catering menu to choose from

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
  • Not for you if you don't want a rustic vibe
We had our wedding at The Golf Club At South River and couldn't be happier with our choice. Emily and Gina, and the rest of fhe team there, are incredibly knowledgeable and made sure everything ran like clockwork from start to finish. The venue itself is the perfect size for a smaller to moderately sized event, with gorgeous rustic charm and stunning photo spots scattered throughout the grounds and inside. What really impressed us was how prompt and straightforward the staff was—they got things done without any fuss, and everyone we interacted with was genuinely kind and supportive. For the price, you're getting an absolutely beautiful space that doesn't break the bank. We'd absolutely recommend The Golf Club At South River to any couple looking for a no-stress, elegant celebration. Our wedding dreams came to life at this spot and we will be forever grateful.
Stephanie C., 5 months ago
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Sweet Eden Bakeshop 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $14
  • Serves Riva, MD

At Sweet Eden Bakeshop, we believe there's wholesome goodness in every bite, that comes from our use of the best ingredients. All of our baked goods are made from scratch. Taste the difference quality makes. We have something to please everyone including many gluten-free desserts like our French Macarons. If you're planning for your special day, our wedding cakes are second to none—we're confident you'll be impressed with the extensive flavor options we offer. ​

Sweet Eden exceeded all our expectations! Our wedding cake was absolutely stunning and tasted even better than it looked. From start to finish, the process was seamless and professional, and our guests are still raving about it. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience — highly recommend!
Dianna, 6 months ago

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