The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Ynez, CA

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342 Wedding Planners in Santa Ynez, CA

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Sara Elizabeth Events 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
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  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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 Elizabeth Events was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, her communication style was insightful, clear, empathetic, consistent, and reliable - she truly listened to our needs and vision. The quality of her work was fantastic, with great attention to detail and consistent, high-quality service throughout the planning process. Sara dealt with some family drama for us, which was a huge relief, and she even brought props so we didn't have to buy them. She communicated with us daily to ensure everything was on track. Sara is amazing as both a coordinator and a person, and we're so glad we got to know her. She provided incredible value and we're thrilled with the work she did to make our special day perfect.
Natalie K., a year ago
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Sovereign K 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
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Sovereign K is a Los Angeles–based wedding planning and coordination studio, producing refined celebrations throughout Southern California and California's Central Coast. We love creating weddings where every detail is thoughtfully considered, allowing couples to be fully present and genuinely enjoy one of the most meaningful days of their lives. With over a decade of experience, I've learned that beautiful celebrations are about creating an experience that feels welcoming, effortless, and personal whether providing full-service planning or wedding day coordination, we offer custom levels of support.

My husband and I recently celebrated a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception, and we owe so much of its success to Sovereign K. We were planning a fairly large wedding in less than three months, and after securing our venue and a few vendor recommendations, I quickly realized just how many moving parts there were to manage. Hiring Sovereign K was one of the best decisions we made. From the moment we brought them on, they immediately put us at ease. Kim took charge of vendor communication, created detailed ceremony and reception timelines, and kept us informed every step of the way while thoughtfully accommodating any changes we wanted to make. On the wedding day, Kim was absolutely incredible. She remained calm, organized, and adaptable throughout the entire event. When our photographer requested "just 20 more minutes" for additional photos, she seamlessly adjusted the timeline without missing a beat. Everything we had hoped for was accomplished, and we were able to fully enjoy our celebration without worrying about the details.
Rita K., 2 months ago
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Events by Starlight 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Events by Starlight is a modern event planning and design company led by Alexandra Barlow, a live events and sports television producer with over 14 years of experience. Alex’s work has been featured in Modern Luxury Magazine, and she has designed celebrations for professional athletes and television talent. Based in California and serving clients worldwide, Events by Starlight creates immersive, design-forward celebrations.

Alex is the best at what she does! She is incredibly professional, creative, and able to make your dream event happen within any budget. She is so organized and kept me on schedule with all of the important decisions that were overwhelming on my own. She has done my bachelorette, wedding, baby shower, child’s birthday party and more. Guests are still raving about the wedding she did for me years later. I highly highly recommend her to anyone looking for a planner who will make your life 100x easier with her experience, knowledge, and unique ideas!
Jenna G., 2 months ago
Events by Krissy 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
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  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Events by Krissy is a wedding and event planning company based out of Santa Maria, California. Our team of talented and professional planners, coordinators, and event staff will make each event run smoothly so that you can be a guest at your own event. Events by Krissy offers a range of wedding & event planning services in San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara County. We are unique in that we give the host our undivided attention and listen to their needs. Events by Krissy will create jaw-dropping budget-friendly events that will wow every one of your guests.

Awarded Best of Zola
If I had one piece of advice for every bride getting married at the Madonna Inn, it would be to hire Krissy. Her and her team were able to expertly execute my day and we’re outstanding partners throughout the entire planning process. They helped me get tire grease out of my dress, they made sure that my fiancé showed up to the ceremony on time, and they expertly handled multiple family members in our processional. They are able to make outstanding recommendations for any and all vendors that you’re looking for, and they even do their own floral arranging if that’s something you’re interested in. We are incredibly grateful to Krissy and the team for all of their hard work and we are so glad for any couple who gets to work with them in the future.
Natasha C., a year ago
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Distinctively Made Events & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Distinctively Made Events & Design is a forward-thinking full service event planning company located on the Central Coast if California. Our reach is national and our primary focus is to save our clients, time, money and anxiety while planning unforgettable events. We view ourselves as partners with our customers, and our community!

Awarded Best of Zola
Michele was our full wedding planner. Our wedding went perfect without a single hitch and it was all thanks to Michele. We had the caterer for our rehearsal dinner drop out one week before the event and Michele found us a replacement within an hour; and the replacement caterer was a slam dunk. Everyone loved the food. On the day of the wedding and rehearsal dinner Michele and Dan did everything. And I mean everything. She set up tables, positioned flowers and welcome signs and seating charts. She ironed over disagreements with vendors and never once did we have to lift a finger. It is a common saying that the bride and groom never enjoy their own wedding but we thoroughly had a blast at ours thanks to Michele. She is forever our go-to recommendation to all our friends getting married. If she has availability to plan your wedding, book her.
Mirek B., 2 years ago
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Effortless Events by Randy 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I have over 20 years of event and wedding planning and coordination ranging from small events to events that end with private fireworks. I specialize in Day of Coordination for weddings. My mission is for the bride and groom to completely enjoy the event and not be bothered by anything. My goal is that on the day of the event If there are any issues, you will not be aware. I am responsible to work with vendors and family to allow an effortless day for the couple.

Awarded Best of Zola
Randy was amazing to work with from start to finish. His experience and attention to detail were what really stood out to us from the beginning. Our main goal was for our wedding day to be relaxing and stress-free, and Randy made sure of that. He handled all day of organization and was attentive even months out leading up to the day if we had any questions or review calls. We loved that he listed to our vision but also gave great suggestions based on his past experience. There were many moving parts and multiple vendors involved, and Randy handled this with precision and extreme organization. Especially working in corporate events professionally myself, I knew exactly what I was looking for in a day-of coordinator and that was Randy. He was a joy to work with as he has such a positive and professional attitude. He made our day the best day ever and we'll always be so grateful for him!
Jenna B., 8 months ago
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Gatherings for Good 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hello and welcome! I’m Brenda, the owner of Gatherings for Good Events. Our goal is to make wedding planning stress-free and enjoyable for you. We’ll provide the tools and support needed to bring your vision to life, offering a personalized experience tailored to your unique needs. We love helping couples define and refine their ideas, and we’ll be your biggest supporter throughout the process. You can count on us for advice, guidance, and unwavering support. When we’re not working with you directly, we’re busy behind the scenes ensuring you have an unforgettable experience you and your guests will treasure for a lifetime!

Awarded Best of Zola
Note that this is a review for the 12-Week Wedding Planning & Day-Of Coordination service. My wife and I recently had a wedding with Brenda as our day-of coordinator and we could not have been happier with the experience. Since we were doing a significant amount of wedding planning ourselves, we did not intend to have a day-of coordinator. However, many of our vendors asked who we would be using and after some consideration, we decided to invest in one and we are so happy we did. Brenda is very professional, organized, and assertive, which are all integral to being a great coordinator. From our first call, she demonstrated her knowledge about how to run a smooth wedding by asking us details and questions we had not even considered. She uses Honeybook, has automated emails, and remembers even the smallest details, showing how strong her systems are in place. And most of all she is assertive! We were able to hand off planning to her about two weeks before and things the day of went smoothly with our limited involvement. Considering the 12-week package, Brenda has extremely involved and communicative from the moment we started planning. We had many email communications, in addition to phone calls and site visits/rehearsals to ensure everything was smooth. It put us at ease to be alongside someone so experienced. All of these aspects allowed us to be able to soak in the day as much as we could. We are both very happy with her services and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to have a wedding.
Kevin L., 3 months ago
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Surraya Event Planning + Design 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $12,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

A passionate planner and organizer since childhood, Natalie has been working in events for five years styling, designing, creating and overseeing. Bringing Surraya to life has allowed Natalie to combine the best of her professional talents with her creative desires to execute remarkable events. An avid traveler her whole life, Natalie is inspired by raw materials, unique patterns and locations around the world. Natalie’s signature style draws from organic elements and an energetic mood to create unforgettable evenings.

Awarded Best of Zola
It is so hard to put into words what Natalie and her team at Surraya Events meant to us. She created the best day of our lives flawlessly and we will always be grateful to her! From the second we first spoke we knew she was incredibly attentive to detail. Without skipping a beat she would recall comments we made earlier in the conversation and circle back to answer any previous questions. She is a master communicator, incredible organizer, go-getter, and a truly sweet person. When choosing a wedding planner or coordinator it was most important to us that we receive value out of the cost. When I say Natalie blew us away I really mean it! She went above and beyond our contract to complete the wedding day vision. Her ability to coordinate vendors is next level; she is so talented at quickly getting answers to people that need one. It's worth mentioning also that her team is incredibly kind and kept us calm during the day when she was busy setting up. Walking into our cocktail hour and reception was the most moving and emotional experience because of Natalie's dedication. Reflecting on our wedding is such a joy because of Natalie's hard work! She has a forever friend and fan in us and we can't wait to watch her continue to master this industry!!
Haru and C., 2 years ago
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Weddings with Angie 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Weddings with Angie is a full service event planning and coordination company in beautiful Santa Barbara County and all along the central coast. We also love our destination weddings as well! With over 18 years of experience in the event industry, let me help you create, plan and coordinate the wedding or event of your dreams!

Awarded Best of Zola
Angie, you were absolutely incredible to work with. We had a wonderful time partnering with Angie to create our dream wedding. She was recommended to us by our venue, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, and we are so happy we chose her! Angie has such a positive personality, always kept everything under control, and never let us feel overwhelmed. It was so smooth at times we wondered what we were forgetting, and Angie always reassured us that we had it all covered. She did it ALL - from getting our vendor rates and availability sorted to showing us all our options and details that made the day come to life. Through our regularly scheduled calls and all the messaging in between, she asked all the right questions to help guide the process, (even for things we hadn't even thought about) and was always available for the one-off questions and to keep us sane, especially during those final two critical months before the big day. Angie also has a wonderful website that organized all our to-do lists, inspo pics, budget info, timelines, vendor details, etc. We didn’t realize how essential something like this was for keeping us on track, and it was little extra details like this that made such a difference. It's because of Angie that we had such wonderful vendors, a significantly less painful planning experience, and a flawlessly executed wedding day!
Maria W., 2 years ago
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Nicole Leza Planning & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

At our core, we embody a design-centric ethos that transcends the ordinary in the world of wedding planning. We are more than a full-service wedding planning company—we're storytellers of love and artisans of celebration, crafting unique, imaginative events that resonate with experience, style, and effortless luxury. We believe that weddings should be immersive experiences that mirror the essence of the couple's journey and their distinct personalities. Our speciality lies in intertwining stories, infusing them with creativity, and transforming them into memorable moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
My experience working with Nicole was amazing! She is hands down the best planner/ design stylist in the wedding industry! I work in the wedding industry as a wedding photographer so I was a little particular with my wedding planning needs. Nicole has been amazing since our first virtual meet up! Not long after our first virtual meet up she drove down to see our wedding space in person and took lots of videos and photos and even measurements. Nicole is amazing at what she does and is so detailed! We discussed placement of items briefly and not long after nicole sent a mood board with photos of the space with items she thought would look best! I was so shocked and excited that she went above and beyond to give me a visual of what the space would look like. Throughout the year leading up to our wedding , Nicole was extremely responsive to all of my emails and I loved that so much about her. Communication is so important to me and Nicole stayed in communication all year long. Nicole found all of my rentals that would match the vibe of my wedding and communicated with all of my vendors for me. I honestly would not have survived the wedding planning process without her. Nicole is so detailed with her planning & designing and sent me a final design board with everything we had been discussing all year with exact pictures of our rentals and photoshopped mock ups of what my florals would look like. Nicole listened to all my wedding needs and wants and created the most beautiful design board absolutely nailing my vision! The day of my wedding I was blown away at how beautiful everything turned out! Although it looked almost identical to the design board she found ways to still surprise and add unique touches to the design. The day of I didn’t realize things weren’t completed( on my end. Some signage didn’t get made) but Nicole improvised last minute and rearranged some items so that I wasn’t even able to tell. Nicole is truly so talented and I’m so happy I found her!! She is so sweet, creative, talented, and communicative and I will forever be recommending her to everyone! 10/10 recommend nicole with Nicole Leza Design! P.s my husband says he is forever grateful to you for keeping my stress levels down! Wedding planning is stressful and you made it so enjoyable for us. If you want a stress free beautiful wedding, hire Nicole.
Sadie & C., 2 years ago
Wunderland & Co 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Maria is the founder and lead visionary of Wünderland & Co., known for transforming creative ideas into unforgettable celebrations. Based in the Santa Ynez Valley, her team of seasoned event and production pros has spent over a decade crafting beautifully curated weddings, intimate gatherings, and inspired styled shoots. They create experiences designed to spark joy and bring your daydreams to life.

Wünderland & Co. is absolutely amazing! I started working with them 13 months out from my wedding at Piocho Ranch, and they exceeded every expectation. From organizing a full team of vendors to bring everything into the venue, to coordinating transportation logistics for 240 guests, they handled every detail with precision and grace. Since I live far from Santa Ynez, I couldn’t meet in person often, but Wünderland & Co. kept communication seamless through regular calls, messages, and updates. Their team designed beautifully curated spaces, solved problems before they ever reached me, and brought genuine warmth and joy to the entire process. Planning a destination wedding for 240 guests is no small feat, but I would do it all again with Wünderland & Co. in a heartbeat. Incredibly kind, talented, and charismatic women!
Emily V., 10 months ago
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Weddings by the Sea 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,975
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

As Creative Director and Wedding Planner at Weddings by the Sea, Catherine finds unending inspiration in the beauty of Santa Barbara and the individual love stories of each couple. Catherine draws on years of experience producing and designing events and attractions for the themed entertainment industry. Her experience spans events, theater, theme park design, costume and floral design. She has worked with both large companies and boutique design firms. With a strong attention to detail, she combines the many elements of event planning to create an unforgettable experience.

I have worked with Catherine at Weddings by the Sea for over 10 years. Catherine is wonderful to work with. She is very organized and detail oriented and she puts her heart into creating beautiful, unique and meaningful wedding experiences, for the couple and their guests, as well as the entire team working with her. She is attentive and communicates clearly which brings forward a seamless and positive experience for everyone. I have officiated hundreds of weddings working with Catherine and I always look forward to working with her and her team.
Wendy B., 7 months ago
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Leslies Coastal Events 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

At Leslies Coastal Events, I’m passionate about creating meaningful, stress-free celebrations that reflect each couple’s unique story. From intimate coastal gatherings to full wedding weekends, I bring organization, creativity, and personalized support to every detail so couples can truly enjoy the experience from start to finish.

I was amazed at how Leslie thought of every detail for the wedding. From big picture to all the things that anyone could easily overlook. She was so prepared and organized that even the setting up went so smooth. Highly recommend her services!
Oriana, 3 months ago
KB Events 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

KB Events places you at ease while producing unique and extraordinary experiences through a seamless production. With our passion for people, every client is heard, and every detail meticulously organized to showcase your vision while designing and orchestrating a flawless event. With extensive knowledge about the wedding and event industry and established relationships with top vendors, KB Events assembles the perfect team, expertly curated to compliment your personality and story. From writing clean and organized agendas to communication and design, every event is meticulously managed to produce unforgettable moments.

Working with KB Events was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We did the partial planning package, and it ended up being so much more service than we expected. From day one, we felt taken care of every step of the way. Hannah was an absolute superstar. She's organized, direct, and incredibly knowledgeable about Santa Barbara weddings. Every interaction, calls, emails, meetings, rehearsal, wedding day - was professional, kind, and efficient. She has this calm, confident energy that immediately puts you at ease, and it made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and enjoyable. She had amazing vendor recommendations (and clearly great relationships with them), but what we really appreciated was her flexibility. When we wanted to bring in a few of our own vendors, she was completely supportive and made everything feel seamless. Nothing was ever awkward or forced, it was a true collaboration from start to finish. The wedding day itself was flawless. Every detail ran on time, the communication was clear, and we were able to fully relax and enjoy the celebration knowing we were in the best hands. The end result was more beautiful and meaningful than we could have dreamed of. It was clear throughout that Hannah truly cared about us - not just as clients, but as people, and that personal touch meant the world. If you're getting married in Santa Barbara, I can't recommend KB Events enough. They're worth every penny for the amount of value they provide, and the level of professionalism, care, and heart they bring to the process is unmatched. We honestly can't imagine doing it without them.
Abigail S., 10 months ago
Onyx and Redwood 
Rating: 1.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Onyx and Redwood is a Full Service Destination Planning and Design Studio supporting couples wanting to create a unique intimate experience for their guests. We specialize in high-touch, design focused, intentional, luxury destination weddings.Jessica (Jess) Kuipers is the founder of Onyx and Redwood, a high-end destination planning and design firm specializing in creative, luxury, edgy designs based in Santa Barbara and serving California and beyond. Her planning and design approach is to connect and uncover her clients’ stories, personalities and style and to guide, plan and design a wedding day that is uniquely their own.

Tonya Szele Events 
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I’ve always been drawn to the coast. I grew up on Nantucket, a hardworking little island off the coast of cape cod, Massachusetts, and took a leap of faith when I moved across the country to Santa Barbara, California, for school. To say I fell in love with this place is an understatement. It’s here that I found my true calling as an event planner while working in restaurants and as a catering manager. I went on to work as director of events at a large winery, where I managed hundreds of events including weddings, corporate events, wine festivals and concerts. Eventually, I decided to start my own event planning company in 2008.

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Coastal Rose Events 
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

I believe that celebrating with your people is truly the best feeling. Whether it is a wedding, a birthday, a new baby, or a major milestone - these are the moments that capture your heart and live on in your head. I started working in the wedding and event industry in college after thinking hard about what I wanted to do in life. After assisting at my first wedding, I wanted to be part of as many as possible. I knew I was bound to be in the event world from that point forward. I feel fortunate to live and work here. We have an amazing vendor community in Santa Barbara, and it is wonderful to be a part of it.

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Heirloom Event Company 
Rating: 5.0 (164 reviews)
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  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

At Heirloom Event Company, we lead with transparency, clear communication, and genuine care. Serving couples in Chicago, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, and Northwest Arkansas, we’re committed to helping you create a beautiful wedding without breaking your budget or sacrificing what matters most. We offer honest guidance, organized processes, and creative solutions that help you stay grounded, feel supported, and enjoy your planning journey with confidence and ease.

Awarded Best of Zola
5 Stars! We at Coastal Event Lighting LOVES Heirloom Event Company!!!! Working with Haylie and Christiane at Heirloom Event Company was an absolute joy from start to finish! From the very first phone call, Haylie and her team were incredibly professional, responsive, and a true pleasure to work with. She made everything seamless — from asking thoughtful questions about our production services to coordinating every detail on the big day. Her team was accommodating, organized, and handled everything with grace and ease. I would happily work with her again anytime. Heirloom is truly one of the best I've had the pleasure of collaborating with. We HIGHLY recommend her to be your wedding planner — you’ll be in amazing hands!
Coastal Event L., a year ago
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Destination Weddings Travel Group 
Rating: 4.4 (102 reviews)
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  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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
Slay Events 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hello and Welcome! I'm Lily, a dedicated and enthusiastic wedding planner on a mission to turn your celebrations into unforgettable experiences. Armed with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, I possess the expertise to seamlessly manage all aspects of your wedding, ensuring that every detail assigns with your vision and goals.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lily is absolutely phenomenal! There are so many wonderful things we could say about her, and even then it wouldn’t come close to expressing our full gratitude. She truly has a gift. Throughout our two-year engagement, Slay Events guided us seamlessly through the entire destination wedding planning process. Lily was incredibly attentive, organized, and genuinely invested in bringing our vision to life. Because of her, our wedding day unfolded flawlessly. It was smooth, stress-free, and absolutely perfect. Watching her in her element was inspiring, and our guests could not stop raving about how amazing she was. We truly could not have done this without her. For any couple planning a wedding, we wholeheartedly and confidently recommend Slay Events for all of your coordination needs. Lily is a dream!
Lauren G., 9 months ago
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Fresh Capsule Vibes Weddings 
Rating: 4.8 (46 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA
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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
If you’re looking for the best coordinator, photographer/videographer reach out to Fresh Capsule Vibes LLC Jesse and her team were absolutely amazing!! They crushed it for our wedding! They were so easy to work with and the camera crew were so nice and friendly! From day one of booking Jesse and her team they were on top of everything from working with our venue, vendors, and everyone else involved! She communicated so well and made sure our wedding day was perfect and it was!
Shane O., 3 months ago
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The Perfect Pair Wedding 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
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  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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
Working with The Perfect Pair Wedding was an absolute pleasure. Clemence and her team were friendly, efficient, and always had a smile, making the planning process stress-free. Their attention to detail and professional approach resulted in an amazing wedding day that exceeded our expectations. Clemence listened closely to our vision and provided creative suggestions that helped bring it to life in a positive and meaningful way. We're extremely happy she was a part of our special day and would highly recommend The Perfect Pair Wedding to any couple looking for a top-notch wedding planning experience.
Kelly C., a year ago
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Weddings with Athena 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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.

Working with Weddings with Athena is an absolute delight!! I've photographed a few weddings planned by her and I always look forward to them as I know it will be a fun and easy day for me! Athena's attention to detail is impeccable and she will ensure everything runs perfectly for your day with the biggest smile on her face. Athena is a true professional but she's also not afraid to get down on the dance-floor! I highly recommend Weddings with Athena to any couple looking for a stress-free, FUN-filled wedding day!
Nicola S., 2 years ago
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Events by Dallas 
Rating: 5.0 (40 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Events by Dallas provides wedding planning, coordination, and design support for couples throughout Nevada County, Sacramento, the Sierra Foothills, and Lake Tahoe. As an award-winning, certified, and insured wedding professional, I combine thoughtful planning, strong logistics, and a calm, supportive approach to help couples enjoy the journey to their wedding day. Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or an elevated estate wedding, I am passionate about creating meaningful experiences while ensuring every detail is carefully managed so you can be fully present for the moments that matter most.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dallas and her team work to take care of every detail for their events! At our last event together, I knew the bride felt taken care of, especially when navigating planning around family expectations! She and her team are super friendly and caring as they work on everything behind the scenes to make sure your wedding day runs smoothly!
Lydia, a year ago
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Love & Laughter Weddings 
Rating: 4.9 (37 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, 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
Hiring Love & Laughter Weddings for our destination wedding was hands down the best decision we made during the entire planning process! They were the first vendor we hired as soon as we got engaged because we knew it was going to be an insane undertaking with our busy schedules and planning from afar. Evelyn and the team made it feel so easy and genuinely enjoyable. They helped us organize everything from the rehearsal dinner & welcome event the night before to the ceremony, reception, after party and farewell brunch, and always guided us through the smaller details that made the weekend feel cohesive for our guests who traveled in. I always felt like they were one step ahead of anything that could come up, which gave me so much peace of mind throughout the process. What I appreciated most was how supportive, kind, and calm they were. Whenever I had questions or started to feel overwhelmed, they responded quickly and always had solutions ready. It never felt transactional, it really felt like we had a really experienced team of friends in our corner. When the wedding weekend arrived, everything flowed beautifully. Our guests kept telling us how smoothly everything ran and how much they enjoyed the entire experience. The best part for me was being able to stay present and enjoy the moments with my people instead of worrying about any type of logistics. If you’re planning a destination wedding or a multi-day celebration, I truly can’t recommend Evelyn and Love & Laughter Weddings enough. The ladies truly made the entire experience feel seamless and so memorable. I’m eternally grateful for their care and expertise during such an exciting season of life.
Laura, 6 months ago
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Rivers Event Planning 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Hi! My name is Tiffany Rivers, owner of Rivers Event Planning. I have been in the hospitality industry for 15 years. My journey started in culinary school as a young adult and then as an Event Banquet Captain for various catering companies on the Central Coast. My love for serving others lead me to receive a degree in Hospitality Management! I then worked as an Event Coordinator for a private school in San Luis Obispo. 5 years later I decided to start my own company as a Special Event Planner and the rest is history!

Awarded Best of Zola
Rivers Event Planning was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They are friendly and communicative, always keeping us informed and responding promptly to any questions or concerns we had. The team at Rivers Events demonstrated excellent work ethics, ensuring every detail of our wedding day was executed flawlessly. They went above and beyond, helping us with vendor coordination, timeline planning, and even some last-minute decor touches that made our special day even more beautiful. I highly recommend Rivers Event Planning to any couple planning their wedding. She is amazing at what she does and I can't imagine my wedding day without her.
Lendy G., 8 months ago
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à la Modon Events 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Ynez, CA

Alexandra Khoury Modon’s path to founding à la Modon Events is anything but conventional—woven through years of discipline, artistic expression, and an insatiable drive to bring visions to life. From visual and theatrical artist to Division I tennis player, courtroom prosecutor, and now event planner, she has mastered high-pressure environments, honed meticulous attention to detail, and refined the art of storytelling. Today, she channels that same precision and creativity into designing seamless, deeply personal events that reflect each client’s unique story.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding coordinator! From the very beginning, she took the time to customize a package that fit exactly what we were looking for instead of taking a one-size-fits-all approach. Throughout the planning process, she was incredibly responsive and always quick to answer the random questions we sent her. She met with us over Zoom several times and even met with our officiant beforehand, which helped her feel more comfortable and confident going into the ceremony. She thought of so many details we never would have considered and offered suggestions that truly elevated our day. She also communicated with all of our vendors to make sure everyone was on the same page and that everything ran smoothly. At the rehearsal, she kept everything organized and made sure everyone understood their roles so we could relax. On our wedding day, she made sure we felt calm and could truly enjoy every moment. She brought our vision to life, placing everything where we had envisioned while adding thoughtful touches that made it even more beautiful. She even made last-minute prints to fill an empty cork board and displayed our names and wedding date on the TV in a way that perfectly matched our theme. Her dedication didn’t end after the wedding. Even though it wasn’t included in our contract, she came back the next day to make sure everything was returned where it was supposed to be. That level of care meant so much to us. We are so grateful for her hard work, creativity, and support. She made our wedding day seamless, beautiful, and stress-free, and we would recommend her without hesitation to any couple looking for a thoughtful and reliable coordinator.
Samantha & P., 24 days ago

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