Best Day Ever Weddings + Events

Name: Best Day Ever Weddings + Events
Address: Santee, CA, 92071, US
Price range: Starts at $1,800
Rating: 5

Service levels: Full-service planning

About Best Day Ever Weddings + Events

Best Day Ever Weddings + Events

We put the personalization and perfection into planning quirky, crafty, and geeky celebrations.

Stephanie Wooding (Owner / Lead Planner) When it comes to planning your event, it’s really about how that person (or team) embraces and uses that job experience in a resourceful and creative way. I’m a practical, organized, creative, resourceful, and resilient, “jeans and t-shirt” type chick. Well, the San Diego part of me is anyway. The LA in me is a driven, problem-solving, A-type, “take no guff” lady boss, that gets the job done on time, and within a realistic budget.

Over the last 15 years, I’ve been blessed to have worked at nearly every major hotel, venue, and theme park in San Diego. I’ve worked in the film industry as a 1st, 2nd AD, grip, and PA; the hotel industry as an Assistant Director of Audio Visual Services and as a Catering Sales Manager; the live event and theatre industry as a lighting tech/stagehand/stage manager and the special event industry as a wedding and event planner. I’m a firm believer in building a team that you jive well together. Even though our paths may only cross for a moment, let’s make this OUR moment in time and make the event one that you can call your #BestDayEver!

Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Pricing starts at $6,000*

*Plus % of total wedding costs

Partial planning

Pricing starts at $2,500

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Pricing starts at $1,800

Event design

Pricing starts at $60,000*

*Plus % of total wedding costs

A la carte

Pricing starts at $1,800

Reviews

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Thank you Stephanie!
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•James R.•Sep 10
Stephanie was a major boost to our wedding planning process. She gently guided us through the months ahead of our wedding, keeping us focused on the most important tasks. The weeks immediately prior to the event were where Stephanie really shone. She was impeccably organized and meticulously focused. Her work really allowed us to be fully present on our wedding day -- we didn't worry about a single thing all day (and we are worriers!) Thank you so much Stephanie for your amazing work. - Jimmy & Natalie
Response from vendor•Sep 10, 2025
Thank you so much for your beautiful words! It truly means the world to me to hear that I could help you feel supported and at ease throughout the planning process. Working with you both was such a joy — your trust, openness, and excitement made every step of the journey so rewarding. I’m especially thrilled that you were able to fully enjoy your wedding day without a single worry — that’s exactly why I do what I do, and knowing I could help you relax and be present makes my heart so happy. It was an honor to guide you through the months leading up to the big day, help keep things organized, and cheer you on every step of the way. Thank you again for letting me be a part of such a meaningful chapter in your lives. Your love, vision, and care for one another made planning your wedding an absolute pleasure, and I feel so grateful to have shared in those special moments with you. Wishing you both endless happiness, laughter, and love as you continue this incredible journey together!
Best Wedding Decision Ever was to book BDE!
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•Macy R.•Sep 5
We truly couldn’t have asked for a better wedding planner than Stephanie from Best Day Ever Weddings. She went above and beyond our expectations and poured so much passion and heart into every detail of our big day. It was clear from the start that this isn't just a job for her — she genuinely loves what she does, and it shows in everything she touches. What made our experience extra special was how collaborative she was. She took the time to understand our vision, welcomed all our ideas (even the unconventional ones!), and guided us with such grace and professionalism. She explained traditions when we were curious, but also fully embraced our personal touches that made our wedding truly ours. Stephanie was the perfect balance of professional and sweet — every meeting felt more like catching up with a long-distance friend. She’s incredibly easy to talk to, so warm and kind, and honestly just a joy to be around. Investing in her services was one of the best decisions we made. On the day itself, she made sure everything ran smoothly. We were able to relax and truly be present, knowing she had everything handled. She treated us like family, and even our actual families loved her! She helped us source amazing vendors and was always ready with new recommendations whenever we felt stuck or overwhelmed. We are so, so grateful to have had Stephanie as part of our journey. Thanks to her, our wedding wasn’t just beautiful — it was meaningful, personal, and stress-free. We can’t recommend her enough!
Response from vendor•Sep 10, 2025
Thank you so much for this incredibly kind and thoughtful review! It truly warms my heart to hear that you felt supported, understood, and able to enjoy every moment of your wedding day. Working with you both and bringing your vision to life was such a joy — your ideas, personalities, and trust made everything flow so beautifully. I’m honored to have been part of your journey and to have helped make your wedding meaningful, personal, and stress-free. Knowing that you and your families felt cared for and at ease means the world to me. Thank you again for letting me be a part of such a special chapter in your lives — it was truly my pleasure! Wishing you endless happiness and love as you start this new adventure together!
Stephanie Was the Partial Planner of Our Dreams
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•Robert C.•Jul 8, 2025
e were having a difficult time sitting down and getting the ball rolling on planning our wedding, and felt super behind. We started working with Stephanie around 8 months before our wedding day, and from the day we met with her on, she gave us very clear goals to meet before our next meeting, complete with a checklist of everything that needed to be done. She uses a website called aisleplanner.com to host the checklist and various other notes and tidbits that relate to the wedding, and it streamlined every part of the planning process for us. I am fully confident in Stephanie’s ability to coordinate at whatever venue she is hired for, but her extensive experience at Sacred Mountain was a huge plus for us, and made things that much easier. Bonus points for the fact that whenever we expressed that we were having a rough time, she reassured us that we were on track and were on pace to have an incredible wedding. Which we did!! She truly went above and beyond. I would 100% book Stephanie again if I had to plan another wedding. Thank god and all that is good, I do not. But I would book her if I did!
Response from vendor•Sep 10, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a joy to walk alongside you in the planning process and help take the stress off your shoulders. I’m so glad the checklists, Aisle Planner, and clear goals helped make everything feel manageable and streamlined. Your Sacred Mountain wedding was absolutely beautiful, and it was an honor to be part of such a special day. Hearing that you felt supported and reassured along the way means the world to me. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and joy — and I agree, one wedding is definitely enough!
Bride
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•Lindsi P.•Jun 29, 2025
Absolutely magical—hands down the BEST wedding coordinator ever! I can't even begin to express how incredible my experience was with Stephanie ! From the very beginning, she took the time to sit down with us and really understand our vision for the perfect wedding day. She didn't just ask what I wanted—she got us. And when I saw everything come together on my wedding day… WOW. It was everything we dreamed of and more—completely perfect for us. Her communication was flawless throughout the entire planning process. She was kind, responsive, thoughtful, and truly one of the sweetest vendors we had the pleasure of working with. On the wedding day, she handled everything—from coordinating with all the vendors to managing the timeline and ensuring every detail was executed flawlessly—so I didn't have to worry about a thing. Every moment was seamless, romantic, and so beautifully orchestrated. Guests couldn't stop commenting on how smoothly everything ran! I'm still in awe of how perfectly she managed every aspect of our special day. She brought our vision to life with so much heart and expertise—I genuinely can't recommend her enough. If you're looking for a wedding coordinator who listens, cares deeply, and creates absolute wedding magic, look no further. She was a dream come true!
Response from vendor•Sep 10, 2025
Wow—thank you so much for this incredibly kind and thoughtful review! I am truly touched by your words and so grateful I had the honor of walking alongside you in such a meaningful season of life. From our very first conversation, I knew it was going to be so special to bring your vision to life, and seeing it all come together on your wedding day was pure joy. The love you two share was at the heart of every detail, and it was a privilege to help create a day that reflected you. Hearing that you felt supported, cared for, and free to be fully present is the greatest gift and the reason I love what I do. Thank you for trusting me with your most important day—it was truly magical because of the two of you and the love that surrounded you. 💕