Protea Event Planners
Service levels: Full-service planning
Team size: 1 – 5
About Protea Event Planners
Protea Event Planners
Wedding planning and event management, based in Maryland (locations also include DMV and NY). Protea Event Planners are committed to creating a personalized experience that captures your unique style and story. From selecting the ideal venue to managing every detail, we take care of everything so you can savor every moment. Your perfect day is just a click away! Have a browse through our site to see how we can turn your wedding dreams into reality.
We are dedicated to transforming your unique vision into a stylish, distinctive wedding that mirrors your personal style. Trust our team (AKA your wedding planning BFF) to handle every detail with absolute excellence, delivering a flawlessly executed celebration and an extraordinary, timeless experience.
In three words: Creative, Organized, Reassuring
Services by planning level
| Full-service planning | Event design | Partial planning | Day-of coordination / wedding management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Description | This package is perfect for couples who want a stunning event but lack the time to plan it themselves. We will oversee every aspect of your wedding, from selecting the venue to the final sparkler send-off, managing all logistics and details to ensure a seamless experience. and create a detailed timeline for your event day. With us handling every detail in an organized and efficient manner, you can relax and enjoy the process. | More than just a wedding, we design an entire weekend experience that blends sophistication with fun, creating unforgettable memories for you and your guests. And if you’re planning from out of town? No problem! We specialize in working with couples from afar, turning your wedding dreams into reality. With this package, we handle every detail of your wedding weekend — from transportation and hotel room blocks to the wedding itself. | A partial wedding planner service provides a stress-free wedding day experience without the need for a full-service wedding planner. From the moment your contract is signed, we're here to assist you. This package includes multiple meetings before your event and attendance at the final venue walk-through with your venue and caterer. | Ideal for clients who have already planned their event and are now ready to relax and enjoy the celebration, this service is designed to manage all the logistics for you. We start by creating a detailed timeline and ensuring that all vendors and family members adhere to it. Our goal is to address any challenges that come up and handle any troubleshooting. You’ve put in all the hard work leading up to this special day. |
| Planning begins | 12 Months out | 12 Months out | 12 Months out | 3 Months out |
| Event Styling & Design | ||||
| Budget Planning | ||||
| Venue Recommendations | ||||
| Vendor Selection | ||||
| Vendor Management | ||||
| Contract Review | ||||
| Rentals & Linens | ||||
| Invites & Stationery | ||||
| Wedding Favors & Accessories | ||||
| Transportation Coordination | ||||
| Venue Visits | ||||
| Final Venue Walkthrough | ||||
| Timeline Creation & Management | ||||
| Onsite Event Management | ||||
| RSVP Tracking | ||||
| Wedding Website | ||||
| Accommodation Coordination | ||||
| Pricing | Starts at $7,000 | Starts at $8,500 | Starts at $4,200 | Starts at $2,800 |
Reviews
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40 reviews
- KC
Katie C.
Bride
We had a fantastic experience working with Caroline at Protea Event Planners! She helped us stay on budget, gave us great vendor recommendations, and made the entire planning process so much easier. Caroline was organized, dependable, and always brought a great sense of humor that made her genuinely fun to work with. On our wedding day, Caroline made sure every special request and little detail we had discussed actually happened. No detail was too small, and it was such a relief knowing she had everything covered behind the scenes. She truly went above and beyond, even handling one of the day’s most critical emergencies: tracking down a Red Bull for the groom during the reception. Having Caroline there allowed us to relax, enjoy ourselves, and be fully present on our wedding day. We’re so grateful for everything she did and would absolutely recommend Caroline and Protea Event Planners!
- EA
Ellen A.
Couldn't have done it without them!
Caroline was absolutely amazing throughout our wedding planning process. She was able to answer all of questions prior to our wedding weekend in a clear, concise, and timely manner. She was able to herd us and the wedding party throughout the day to keep us to our timeline so we could ensure we could do all of the personal touches that we wanted. My husband and I mean it when we say she was the best financial decision of the wedding and we do not know how we could have gotten through the day without her.
- LC
Lauren C.
Amazing!!!
Caroline was amazing to work with throughout the entire process. I felt so much peace of mind and the day ran so smoothly because of her and Lucy. During the planning process, I loved how Caroline took initiative to reach out to vendors to set up meetings and make sure everyone was on the same page. I felt great in the weeks leading up to the wedding just knowing that everything was covered, nothing was going to be forgotten, and Caroline would perfectly carry out my vision for the day. She was very knowledgeable and experienced which made us feel so at ease during planning. On our wedding day, Caroline worked tirelessly to make sure the venue was set up perfectly, that everything ran on time, and that we had time and space to enjoy the day and each other. She made executive day-of decisions that made the decor set up even better than I had planned or imagined. All needs were met before we even asked. Many of our guests commented on how great Caroline and Lucy were at making sure everything ran smoothly. We were initially on the fence about getting a planner/coordinator, but we are so so so glad we did. 100% worth it.
- IT
Ingrid T.
Wedding Fairy Godmother!!
Caroline is the perfect wedding coordinator! She is organized, sweet, responsive, and knowledgeable. The week leading up to the wedding and the day-of can be so fast paced and filled with anticipation and anxiety for brides, and Caroline was my rock. She was always available to answer questions and walk through our timeline over and over until it had the flow we wanted. On the day of, she was a calming presence who guided me around without me needing to turn my brain on and remember where to be at what time. She even helped my fiance plan a surprise send-off at the end of the night. I wish I could get married again to work with her again! If you want a stress-free and perfectly executed day, hire Caroline! Literally a wedding fairy godmother!
- BW
Brooke W.
The best in the businesa
Hiring Caroline was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding. She truly is the best of the best. From the very beginning Caroline jumped in to completely understand our vision - every detail was covered before we even knew to ask the question. Her organization, professionalism, personality and experience made the planning process virtually stress free. On the day of the wedding, everything ran so smoothly because she was always one step ahead, handling all the behind the scenes details so we could be fully present and enjoy every moment of the day that always goes by too fast. Beyond bringing incredible experience and an eye for detail, she’s kind, calming, has a killer personality that makes you feel like you’ve known her your whole life, and she genuinely cares about her couples. She supported us every step of the way and turned stress into excitement and joy. If you’re looking for a wedding planner who will exceed every expectation Caroline is your girl - we cannot recommend her enough.
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