Wendt Events

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 3


About Wendt Events

Wendt Events

Lead Event Planner & Coordinator

I’m the kind of planner who brings heart, energy, and intention into every detail—because your event deserves more than just a checklist. I create immersive experiences that feel uniquely you, making the process fun, seamless, and stress-free. I genuinely care about my clients, supporting them every step so they feel confident, celebrated, and truly seen.

I keep the planning process elevated and approachable. You don't need to know every wedding term, design rule, or planning detail before reaching out. I'm here as a guide without making you feel pressured or lost. I'll always keep it real and communicate openly. To me, this isn’t just planning an event—it’s creating meaningful moments you’ll carry with you forever.

In three words: Confident, Fun, Thoughtful


Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Pricing starts at $5,000

Partial planning

Pricing starts at $3,750

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Pricing starts at $1,750

Destination wedding

Pricing starts at $5,000

Elopement / microwedding

Pricing starts at $800

A la carte

Pricing starts at $500


Reviews

Write a review
Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

5 reviews

  • HS

    Hannah S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •May 11, 2026

    Our Wedding Day Hero

    We are so grateful for Katie who never made us feel like a bother and always listened to our concerns and answered our questions :)) We really had to worry about nothing and we are grateful (having appetizers for us after our ceremony, bringing drinks to us, letting us continue eating even after dinner had ended, setting up everything so beautifully! and more). She really is a star and anyone is lucky to have her on their wedding day.

  • ZG

    Zach G.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •May 11, 2026

    Katie - Our Honorary Bridesmaid

    It is very easy to treat people and their day as just a number or just another wedding. As soon as we started working with Katie it was very clear, that is not how she operates and she truly went above and beyond for us. She made sure we knew exactly what we needed to have completed, what we needed to think about and really help set us at ease. The thing I personally loved the most about working with Katie is that she was able to be herself and really expressed her joy and passion for what she does. We brought a lot of additional items to be setup for the wedding day without any real direction, we pretty much just trusted Katie. She could not have executed any better. In our opinion the wedding day, truly went better than we could have expected. Please also know we did not make it easy on her from a being on time standpoint. Her service and attentiveness on that day were 2nd to none. Everything we asked for, we got. The way she catered to both of us throughout that entire day truly made us feel even more special. Niki said that she was an honorary Bridesmaid. I don’t have the words to properly express our full thanks and gratitude for all she did for us. Katie, Again, THANK YOU!!!

  • SL

    Sabrina Luedtke

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Aug 22, 2026

    I cannot recommend Wendt Events enough! From the very beginning, Katie made the entire wedding planning process feel so easy, organized, and genuinely enjoyable. She was incredibly responsive, thoughtful, detail-oriented, and always one step ahead. Any time I had a question, needed a recommendation, or started to feel overwhelmed by a decision, she was there with guidance, solutions, and reassurance. She had an amazing ability to listen to what we wanted, understand our vision, and bring it to life while still making the entire experience feel completely personal to us. Beyond being an expert at what she does and incredibly thorough, Katie was such a joy to work with. She genuinely cares about her couples, and you can feel how invested she is in making sure their wedding is everything they hoped it would be. She is such a selfless, caring, and positive person to have by your side during what can sometimes be a stressful time. Having someone we trusted so much in our corner throughout the entire process was invaluable. Wedding planning comes with SO many moving pieces, and having Katie by our side gave us so much confidence and peace of mind. She helped make our wedding day everything we had envisioned, and we were able to enjoy it knowing she had everything handled. If you are considering hiring a wedding planner, do yourself a favor and book Wendt Events!!

  • AK

    Anna Kathryne

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Aug 17, 2026

    I’ve had the privilege to work with Katie, Owner & Lead Planner of Wendt Events, over the course of a few years now. Her commitment, attention to detail, depth of knowledge & experience, her innate ability to actively listen, understand & deliver, her genuine connection with her clients, & how warm & professional she always is truly sets her apart in this industry. Her standards are high, & somehow she has this superpower to always rise above expectations! She’s ALWAYS smiling. It’s easy to see she LOVES what she does & who she gets to do it for! I know she’s only going to continue to grow this business & team, & she’ll only choose the best. Every event she’s had her hands on (behind the scenes, or doing the dang thing day-of, because she does that, too!) has always been someone’s dream come true (mine included). Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate, or personal event, you’ll be glad & confident to have Katie & the Wendt Events Team in your corner! I cannot praise enough!

  • KP

    Kate Previte

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Aug 16, 2026

    Katie has been nothing short of a lifesaver when it’s come to planning my wedding. I truly don’t know what I would’ve done without her! She’s so thorough and her attention to detail is unmatched. She’s way ahead of schedule and has been checking in with me every step of the way. Would recommend her to anyone planning a wedding!


Preferred vendors of Wendt Events

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Heart-Centered Seamstress
Mesa, AZ
Beauty professional
Corey Egge

I specialize in creating events that feel uniquely YOU. From weddings and intimate gatherings to milestone celebrations, showers, corporate events, and everything in between. Tell me the theme and I’ll create you a mood board ASAP!
I recommend reaching out as soon as you have your date and venue secured! Full-service planning is best booked 9–18+ months in advance, while partial planning and wedding-day coordination can often be booked closer to the event. For celebrations outside of weddings, timing varies based on the size and scope of your event—but it’s never too early to reach out!
Absolutely! Wendt Events is based in the Phoenix area and happily travels throughout Arizona and beyond. Bonus points if it’s in Wisconsin (where I visit family often). Travel fees may apply depending on the location and scope of the event. If you have a dream destination in mind, let’s talk!”
Honestly? My heart. I bring an organized, hands-on approach to every celebration while making sure the experience still feels fun, personal, and engaging. I’m passionate about the details others might overlook and I always make sure the guest of honor(s) feel completely taken care of.