The Best Wedding Vendors in Portsmouth, VA

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Portsmouth, VA

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Harvest Moon Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Hello!! I am Camille! I am passionate about preserving every moment from your special day - particularly those intimate moments of togetherness amid the crazy! ❤️ I am an introvert and more on the quiet side, but I can wrangle a crowd if I need to. 😉 If you like goofy comedies, folk and pop music, and loving people how Jesus does, we'll get along just perfectly! I accept everyone and take nothing too seriously! I prefer to capture everyone in sweet and candid looking moments rather than being traditionally posed but I do a bit of both! I would love to get to know you and your future spouse - just send me a message any time!

Awarded Best of Zola
Harvest Moon Photography/Camille is a fantastic choice for photography. This is the second time we used her, first time was for some romantic photos in the forest. She’s easy to communicate with through text and always has suggestions for outfits depending on the look we’re going for. From the start of each session, her communication is fun, efficient, and exciting. The quality of her work is truly elegant, dreamy, and represents our love for each other in a way I couldn’t dream of. The photos are always captured so beautifully and shows the joy of our love. Camille sent out sneak peaks almost immediately and sent out the final results quicker than we were quoted. We're thrilled with the results and would highly recommend Harvest Moon Photography to any couple looking for exceptional wedding photos.
Hasina H., a year ago
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Sara Lou Vance, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $550
  • Offer

Hello, gorgeous! I'm Sara! When I'm not glamming up beautiful brides, I am a homeschooling military wife and mother of 7. With +10yrs of experience in bridal, portrait, and event makeup artisty, my goal is listen to every desire to achieve the look of your dreams.

Sara Lou Vance, LLC was the perfect choice for our wedding day beauty needs. From the very first interaction, their communication was timely, clear and friendly, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was simply wonderful - they took a vision I didn't even know I had and made it a reality, transforming me into my most beautiful self. Sara was truly invaluable, making our wedding day a one-in-a-lifetime special experience. As someone with little knowledge of makeup, I was blown away by how flawless and natural the final look was. I cannot recommend Sara Lou Vance, LLC highly enough for any couple's wedding beauty needs.
Vivian, 3 months ago
DeLine Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style

My excited, caring and spunky with a side of ‘hell yeah’ personality makes people feel comfortable, protected and loved. I meet people, hug them within seconds and it’s not awkward. Also, catch me slingin' jokes and dancing while I work or just on a Tuesday. I started my business three years ago, since then I've captured 102 weddings and over 200 couples, I can't image doing anything else! I’m married to Alex, love of my life, cat-doggy daddy, and muse. We fell in love after I called him a loser the moment we met. Since then we've lived in Hawaii, traveled the world and added two fur babies!

Booking Cat and her team as our wedding photographers was one of the best wedding planning decisions we made by far. I chose Cat because I loved her photography and editing style, but as we began to work with her, we also loved how organized, fun to be around, and instrumental in planning our wedding she was. Cat helped us build our timeline and even took it upon herself to reach out to our venue, hair, and makeup vendors to build our wedding day photography timeline. My husband and I feel so lucky that we were able to experience working with Cat, Danielle, and Ashley, so we definitely know how amazing and awesome the whole team is. Our engagement shoot with Cat was so much fun and she made us feel so comfortable in front of her camera. For our wedding, we were so lucky to have Danielle as our lead photographer and Ashley there assisting. Danielle and Ashley are so much fun, were a joy to be around, made everyone laugh, and made us all feel so comfortable. The two of them are seriously a dynamic duo! At the reception, every time I looked up, Danielle was right in my eyeline seeing if my husband or I needed anything. She definitely never missed a moment, and was always there somewhere capturing everything. What I love about their photography is how much it looks like us. We have so many photos of my husband and I just laughing together, being ourselves, and enjoying the day with our people. You can truly feel the happiness through the photos and that’s something we will cherish for the rest of our lives. We literally ordered a digital picture frame because how are we supposed to choose only a few photos from our day to have in our home?? It was truly such a joy to work with Cat, Danielle, and Ashley. They remain one of the best choices we made for our wedding and I’ll be forever grateful for them.
Megan M., 2 years ago
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Roadside Spirits Mobile Bar 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $500

Hi there! We’re the Clarkes, a husband-and-wife team with a shared passion for mixing up good times. Together, we own Roadside Spirits Mobile Bar, a mobile bartending service dedicated to bringing a fun and personalized experience to your wedding. With our combined love for hospitality and a knack for crafting the perfect cocktail, we make every event we attend one to remember.

Roadside Spirits Mobile Bar was absolutely incredible to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Gabby and Kenny were so professional and friendly - they really made us feel at ease and confident that our bar service would be in good hands. And they more than delivered! Their bartenders were awesome, crafting delicious signature cocktails that perfectly matched my wife's vision for the day. But beyond just mixing great drinks, Gabby and Kenny went above and beyond, helping out with all sorts of little details and logistics that made our wedding day run so smoothly. They've clearly been in the industry for years and it shows in their knowledge and attention to every aspect of their work. We can't recommend Roadside Spirits enough - they were a true highlight of our special day!
Grant T., 2 years ago
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Lauren Ashlie Imagery 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Portsmouth, VA
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000

Photography has always been my way of connecting with the world, but weddings hold a special place in my heart. There's something truly magical about experiencing every emotion of the day alongside the couple - the joy, the happy tears, the excitement, and even the quiet, heartfelt moments in between. Being entrusted to capture those emotions is an honor I don't take lightly. With each click of the shutter, I'm not just taking a photo - I'm preserving a piece of your story, one that you can cherish forever.

Lauren Ashlie Imagery provided amazing photography for our wedding day. Her communication was efficient, clear, and prompt throughout the entire process making it so easy to work with her. The quality of her work was incredible - the photos are so natural and detailed, capturing all the special moments beautifully. She also sent the sneak peak photos, along with the full portfolio, in a timely manner. Lauren was able to make me feel so relaxed and beautiful in front of the camera. I highly recommend Lauren Ashlie Imagery to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Anisia G., 2 years ago
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An April Affair 
Portsmouth, VA
  • Officiant
  • Offers 7 ceremony types
  • Starts at $150

April founded April Affair in 2008 where she began coordinating and officiating weddings. She is an ordained Christian minister and an authorized officiant in Virginia and Washington D.C. Her vision is to honor and celebrate weddings of all cultural and religious traditions. Her passion goes beyond the ceremony itself, her deep commitment to helping engaged couples led her to earn a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Counseling with a specialization in Life Coaching, so she could offer premarital counseling and relationship coaching. She is dedicated to helping couples build a strong, lasting foundation as they step into their new life together.

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DJ Karizma Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

DJ Karizma Entertainment is a professional and interactive DJ and MC service originally from Belize (Central America/ Caribbean), currently serving weddings and special events throughout Virginia and beyond. They have been providing epic wedding entertainment services internationally since 2009 and have been based out of Virginia since the fall of 2017.

Awarded Best of Zola
We chose DJ Karizma for our February wedding in Va Beach this year and first things first, his organization, communication and responsiveness were top tier. He had ceremony and reception worksheets, and song suggestions for us to review and complete which made it very easy to communicate all of our music preferences. He responded within a day or two to any questions that we had via email and text. We had a lot of expectations for our DJ such as the specific songs we chose for the ceremony, the grand entrances, reception and dance floor. We asked him to also add in some reggae vibes and all of his selections were a perfect fit for our guests. We needed his MC assistance with announcements for the audio guestbook and QR codes for the seating chart and disposable camera photo capture. He covered these announcements during cocktail hour as expected. He made sure all those that were giving a toast/speech were prepped and ready for their turn. He announced all of big moments such as the cake cutting, family dances, bouquet toss, garter toss..etc. He hosted our Photo Table Dash game and co-hosted our mini Newlywed game and his energy and enthusiasm were just what our celebration needed! We were impressed with him staying on top of everything we asked for. Our only disappointment was due to where the venue had the DJ set up (behind a curtain which obstructed his view) so our grand entrance music was cut short unexpectedly. We wish we would have communicated our expectation better with the venue as they were our day of coordinators and were supposed to be the DJ's "eyes." However, we would choose DJ Karizma again without hesitation for future events. Thank you so much DJ Karizma for making our wedding fun, hype and such a delight!!!!
Dawan & C., a year ago
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Married By Evan 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Thinking about having your good friend officiate your big day for you, but unsure of how they will do? Well what if your good friend was a professional with over 2,300 weddings under their belt? That's the best way to describe what we shoot for at MBE ... being the good friend that definitely knows what to do when the moment counts! Whether you plan to have an intimate elopement ceremony or if you've been working on your dream wedding for months, we'd love to help you make your day one to truly remember. Our goals are to help you decide exactly what you want to do on your big day and to do everything we can to make it come to life!

Awarded Best of Zola
Evan was absolutely amazing to work with. From the start, he asked thoughtful and detailed questions to understand exactly what we expected from him and the kind of ceremony we wanted. He was attentive, professional, and made us feel completely confident leading up to the big day. On our wedding day, he met every expectation we had — and truly exceeded them. He created the perfect balance of emotion and joy, making us laugh and bringing happy tears to our eyes. Our guests were fully engaged, and so many people came up to us afterward to tell us how impressed they were by him. If you’re looking for an officiant who listens, delivers, and goes above and beyond, Evan is an excellent choice. We couldn’t recommend him more.
Ian & A., 5 months ago
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Signature DJs 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Signature DJs is owned and managed by Brandon Frazier. In creating Signature DJs, Brandon recruited a team of professional and experienced DJs and event planners available to meet and exceed all of your needs. During your initial consultation Brandon will match you with the best options based on your preferences and event type. We offer so many different options to personalize your wedding and make the experience unique for you and your guests. We have lighting, special effects, and even licensed pyrotechnicians on our team that can provide professional fireworks displays (both day and night) to show off your style with impact!

Awarded Best of Zola
From the first time we spoke with Signature DJs, we were impressed by their professional and thoughtful communication style. Brandon and Kellie were incredibly helpful, providing us with great recommendations and reminders leading up to our wedding day. On the day of, our DJ Emer was simply fantastic - he was so sweet and fun, and really brought our dancefloor to life in the most incredible way. Emer and Becky also made sure everything went smoothly with our ceremony audio, helping us feel comfortable and at ease. The quality of Signature DJs' work was truly top-notch and tailored perfectly to our wedding. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ experience and are so grateful to the whole Signature DJs team for helping make our special day so memorable.
Kate M., 8 months ago
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Glamorize Me by Prissy LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $520
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Hi! My name is Priscilla Britton. I have been a working HMUA since 2011, specializing in bridal and formal events! I am also a licensed esthetician! I attended Rudy and Kelly Academy, a Paul Mitchell partner school. I furthered my education by completing bridal styling / updo courses from the Bridal Beauty Salon by Lati, hairstyling course with Stephanie Brinkoff from Hair and Makeup by Steph, Heather Chapman online styling education, Kristina Gasperas Hair and Makeup Academy, hairstyling courses by Renee Marie Bridal Hairstyling Academy, hairstyling training with global educator Andreeva Nata. Esthetics at The Chrysm Institute.

Awarded Best of Zola
Glamorize Me by Prissy LLC was a fantastic choice for our wedding day beauty needs. She quickly responded to all of my questions and concerns, and were incredibly helpful throughout the planning process. On the day of the wedding, she completed hair and makeup for 6 people, including myself, and she did it all flawlessly and on time. I felt like an absolute princess thanks to her talented work. She listened carefully to my requests and executed them perfectly, giving me and my wedding party a polished and beautiful look that lasted all night. I would highly recommend Glamorize Me to any couple planning their wedding day.
Ashley C., 8 months ago
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E & E Design Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Maegan and Katie are the founders of E&E Design Co. They found their strengths together in planning. Maegan is meticulous and brilliant, while Katie is creative and inventive. They found their passion in wedding planning and have expanded on it.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the pleasure of working with Maegan as our wedding planner for my daughter and her husband's wedding, and we can't sing her praises enough. Maegan's thoughtful approach and attention to detail truly made the day so special. From the moment we started planning, she took the time to understand my daughter's vision and made sure every aspect of the day reflected her dream. Working with Maegan felt like having one of your most trusted friends helping you plan your special day. She was always available to answer any questions or concerns we had. Thanks to her expertise and organization, the day ran so smoothly, allowing us to relax and enjoy every moment. Her professionalism and dedication were truly exceptional, and we couldn't have asked for a better planner. If you're looking for someone who will make your wedding day everything you've dreamed of and more, we highly recommend Maegan at E & E Design Company! Thank you for everything, Maegan!
Kari C., 2 years ago
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Golden Anchor Wedding Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

Golden Anchor Wedding Co. is a wedding photo and video team dedicated to preserving your most meaningful moments with warmth, artistry, and intention. Inspired by the idea of an anchor—something steady, grounding, and timeless—we create imagery that feels the same: emotional, elegant, and designed to last a lifetime. Our goal is simple: to capture your love story in a way that feels real, beautiful, and uniquely yours, while giving you an effortless, enjoyable experience from start to finish.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked the photo video package and it was honestly AMAZING. The team showed up right on time, super friendly, and made everything feel easy (even when nerves were high lol). They gave just enough direction so we didn’t look awkward but still kept everything natural. The photos are BEAUTIFUL and the video literally made us cry happy tears — it’s like reliving the day all over again. So thankful we chose them… these memories are forever and we couldn’t be happier!!
Taylor J., 6 months ago
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Your Event, Your Way Catering & More LLC 
Rating: 4.1 (16 reviews)
  • Caterer
  • Starts at $50
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA
  • Offer

As a small, woman, and veteran-owned business, we bring a unique perspective and passion to everything we do. We specialize in creating personalized, one-of-a-kind experiences that reflect your individual style and vision. From intimate gatherings to large-scale events, our team is committed to delivering exceptional service and attention to detail. Let us bring our expertise and creativity to your next event and make it an unforgettable occasion.

Stacy and her daughter were amazing! The food was delicious and the cake was infamous! They helped set up the tables with my centerpieces while we were getting ready, had an amazing presentation and kept everything well stocked. The chocolate fountain was a huge hit with the kiddos! We will definitely use them again in the future!
Rhawnie N., a year ago
AKBeautiful 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

AKBeautiful is a Luxury Makeup Artistry Service based in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Owner and Founder Alaina K. Hudson offers over seven years of experience in high-quality makeup applications for weddings, special events, and photoshoots.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the absolute first moment I contacted Alaina, she was so attentive and responsive to me and that followed through all the way to the wedding day and even after! During the makeup trial she was incredible and knew the exact look i was going for since she had a questionnaire and wanted to know exactly what the bride wanted! She absolutely loves what she does and you can tell with how much time and effort she puts in to her work, to make sure you have the exact vision you are going for. She made me and my bridal party look and feel the most beautiful we have ever been. I would recommend her a million times again for any bride or anyone looking for a makeup artist, I promise you will not be disappointed. Alaina you are a natural at what you do!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart, for everything you did to make me feel and look my absolute best!!
Amanda K., 2 years ago
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Rohrback Studios LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

At Rohrback Studios, we offer photo and video coverage that captures your day with intention, honesty, and timeless artistry. We focus on documenting real moments as they naturally unfold while gently guiding you so nothing meaningful is missed. When the wedding is over and the flowers have wilted photos are the one thing you'll have to look back on to remember the best day of your life. Our goal is to make your experience feel effortless from start to finish. We become a calm, trusted presence so you can stay fully present while we document your story with care and creativity.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tiff is the photographer of any bride’s dreams. from the beginning she was communicative and a guiding light for me when i began my wedding planning. she is so easy and fun to work with. my husband and i never had professional photos together and she made it the best time. i frequently tell friends couples photos with Tiff are the perfect date night. i recommend her to any and all brides beginning their planning journey. she captured so many special days for us including ; engagement photos, courthouse wedding photos and our big wedding day with family. now we have so many beautiful memories to look back on from this special year. she’s the perfect person to have following you around on your wedding day and i can’t recommend her enough !
t. s., 2 years ago
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The Gala 417 
Rating: 4.9 (12 reviews)
Virginia Beach, VA
  • Venue
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $8,000

The Gala 417 is Virginia's top rated luxury Wedding and Private Events Venue! Surrounded by water on Long Bay Pointe Boating Resort, our 10,000 square foot venue is a destination wedding hot spot for couples from all around the world. Our All-Inclusive structure takes all the stress out of wedding planning and allows planning to become an easy and fun experience. From the crystal, sparkling chandeliers to the while polished marble tile- the entire venue is dripping is elegance. Modern touches throughout like our built-in boxwood feature walls, marble bars with built-in lighting, and floor-to-ceiling windows blend together to create the perfect opportunity for customization and personal details that stand out. See our site menu options for transparent pricing, packages, available dates, tour times and more! Now booking dates for 2026-2028! It is an honor to be a part of each and every Wedding held here at The Gala 417. We are dedicated to perfection for every event we host.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Has a glamorous vibe
  • Bridal suite on site

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Best for events with big guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
We recently got married at Gala 417, and the entire experience was fantastic! The venue is absolutely breathtaking, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about how stunning everything was. Working with the Gala 417 team, especially Sarah and Lyndsey, made the planning process enjoyable and stress-free. They were incredibly responsive and attentive, always quick to answer questions and ensure that our wedding day vision came to life in a way that felt uniquely ours. Lyndsey, our day-of coordinator, was amazing! She handled everything flawlessly throughout the morning and early afternoon, and we truly appreciated how well-organized and professional she was. Even though there were a couple of small bumps after her departure, such as the DJ needing a reminder for speeches, and a few of our selected beer options running out earlier than expected, the staff still managed to keep everything running smoothly. To future brides, I would recommend clearly emphasizing any specific beverage preferences during your catering and blueprint meetings if you or your guests have favorites to avoid any disappointments. We were especially excited about the food after trying it at our catering meeting—it was delicious, and we even bragged to our guests about it! However, on the day of the wedding, the food served was bland and inconsistently prepared. We had requested steaks to be cooked medium, but after the fact, many of our guests shared that their filets ranged from rare to well-done, with some even mentioning gristle or fat in the cut—which shouldn’t happen with a filet. This was a bit disappointing, especially considering how much we were looking forward to the meal. Overall, Gala 417 went above and beyond to make our wedding day truly unforgettable. We would absolutely recommend this venue to future couples—between the gorgeous space and the dedication of the staff, our wedding was everything we dreamed of and more. We are so grateful to the entire Gala 417 team for making our day so special!
Dana C., 2 years ago
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Moments for Life Visuals 
Rating: 4.9 (11 reviews)
  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We began Moments for Life in 2021 with a simple goal, to give other couples the same gift we gave ourselves, the ability to relive their most important moments. With backgrounds rooted in storytelling, Bryauna studied broadcast at VCU and spent years creating and editing content, while Jamar built a strong presence as a video-focused content creator.

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We absolutely loved working with Bryauna and Jamar at Moments for Life Visuals. From booking our initial consultation to giving updates on wedding timelines to following up post wedding, they were responsive and easy to get in touch with. Jamar showed up right on time on our wedding day and we felt really comfortable with him around. He managed to capture the entire vibe of the day from the big moments to the little details. We were really on the fence about whether or not the cost of a videographer would be worth it since we already booked a photographer. Moments for Life had packages that fit with our budget and we’re so glad we booked them. Photos are great, but the videos we got are so full of life and are truly magical. If you’re on the fence about hiring a videographer - DO IT! We also really appreciated that Moments for Life gave us the raw footage of our ceremony, reception speeches, dancing, and cake cutting.
Christina W., 6 months ago
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Mike Yates, Steel Drums 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

I am an instrumental performer specializing in Latin percussion, including steel drums. Each performance is shaped by the client’s input to create the ideal atmosphere and meet their expectations. My goal is to set a relaxed, welcoming mood that allows couples and their guests to fully enjoy the experience.

Mike is a pro, and always delivers on the music side of things! He is never un-prepared and will make sure the vibe you want is set in stone. Not only that, but he will do it with a smile on his face and the flexibility to insure your event is exactly how you want it. I highly recommend hiring him!
Dakota R., 5 months ago
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Boardwalk Entertainment 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Boardwalk Entertainment is led by Shawn Cox, a Hampton Roads wedding DJ with a deep background in live events and wedding entertainment. Founded in 2009 as Boardwalk Photo Booth Company, Boardwalk has grown into a full-service experience offering award-winning DJ services, vintage and modern photo booths, and wireless venue uplighting. Couples love Shawn’s ability to read the room and keep the night flowing naturally, while guests line up for photo booths that deliver truly frame-worthy photos. Proudly family-run and hands-on, Shawn, his wife Carolyn, and a small circle of trusted friends personally run every event with care and attention.

Awarded Best of Zola
Boardwalk Entertainment was truly outstanding in helping make our daughter’s destination wedding day everything we dreamed it could be. Our guests stayed on the dance floor and in the Photo Booth all night, thanks to Boardwalk's incredible work. We are so grateful to have found such an amazing team to be a part of our special day. Thank you Shawn & Carolyn!
Shannon H., a year ago
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In Bloom Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

In Bloom is a family owned and operated design firm providing modern florals for weddings and events in Hampton Roads and Richmond Virginia. Being a small, boutique studio, we are able to give personalized attention to each client and we take pride in providing phenomenal customer service and helpful advice.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first contacted In Bloom, the team was extremely detailed, clear, and helpful in guiding us through the flower selections for our wedding day. We had a hard time finding a florist as we had a smaller wedding and so many florists had a large minimum spend so I was thrilled when we found Shelly. She provided excellent suggestions that captured the romantic, lush aesthetic we were going for, all while keeping our budget in mind. The end result was beautiful, with flowers that were both stunning and cost-effective. We were especially impressed by how they helped us repurpose some of the ceremony arrangements for our reception. They truly went above and beyond to make our special day even more beautiful and memorable.
Trina, a year ago
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E and E Special Events (DJ & Live Music) 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We Specialize in Exceptional DJ Services, Hybrid Live Music, and Lighting for Your Special Event! Based in Virginia Beach, we delight in creating fun and memorable experiences for you and your guests. Look no further for specialized and professional DJ Services! From planning your party, our DJ and Live Music services will be just what you need to have an event that is fun, memorable and musical!

Every event needs Ezra!!! We could not have imagined our wedding without him! He was so great to work with throughout the whole process, really tailoring each aspect of entertainment to exactly what we were looking for. He is an absolute master when it comes to all things music! We had the sax/guitar duet for cocktail hour and sax/dj combo for the reception. Our guests are still raving about how great he was. Our main request for Ezra was we wanted the dance floor packed all night and that's exactly what we got!! He makes the process so easy and was available for anything we may have needed. With submitting only a few songs/vibes that we wanted, he was able to create an amazing playlist that matched exactly what we were looking for. We cannot thank Ezra enough for his part in our special day! We cannot recommend him enough!!
Emma M., 7 months ago
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Arcadia Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

PLEASE REACH OUT DIRECTLY ON OUR WEBSITE. You’ve always done things differently - lived your life with intention. Now that you’re getting married, you want your wedding to be aligned with your values too! Arcadia Collective is a Virginia based team specializing in eco-friendly weddings. With over ten years of experience to their names, these planners create stunning weddings while reducing unnecessary waste in the process.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot imagine our day without the CRC team! We utilized coordination services for the last 4 months and I am SO thankful we had this incredible team. Jenna was always quick to respond and anticipated our needs. Jenna had a form to organize all of our thoughts and worked out the details to mean fewer vendor meetings on our end. She worked seamlessly with our vendors who continuously complimented her to my husband and I. Our guests have told us it was the most organized wedding they have ever been to! This team is clearly full of incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and, most importantly, kindhearted people who made it clear they were there for us and excited for us! Any fires that may have happened, Jenna put out without me even knowing. I would recommend this company to every single newly engaged couple (especially those of you considering not hiring a coordinator -- trust me, you need them!).
Amy D., a year ago
Dream Team Events 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Our mission is simple, to provide your magical day with amazing memories that will last you a lifetime. From every moment of planning with us in our consultations, to your ceremony where we provide the best sound system as the bride walks to her future husband, and all the way to each song requests that you desire to be planned throughout the night. Your dance party will be a fist pumping, top of the lungs singing, crowd-surfing, and dancing all night type of party!

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Josh was great from beginning to end. We meet with DJ Josh a few weeks before our wedding to talk about our song selections. On wedding day he had all of it covered. Our wedding guests loved him and wanted the party to keep going!
Haylee, 8 months ago
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196 Events | NO Boring Receptions Guaranteed! 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Hey there! We are Devail & Nikki, your husband and wife wedding entertainment team. 196 Events is a professional Wedding DJ & Photo Booth company based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. However, we serve couples across Hampton Roads, RVA, Central VA and the Shenandoah Valley.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with 196 Events was a game-changer for our wedding day. From our first conversation, the team was easy to talk to and genuinely interested in what we wanted—they even swapped out the traditional ceremony entertainment for a portable photo booth during cocktail hour, which our guests absolutely loved. They added thoughtful touches like a custom TV display with our names and let me design the photo booth prints myself using Canva, which made everything feel personal. Their flexibility and expertise meant we could collaborate on every detail instead of just checking boxes. We felt heard throughout the whole process, and they delivered exactly what we envisioned. We'd recommend 196 Events to any couple looking for a band that actually listens and cares about making their reception unforgettable.
Elias & M., a month ago
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The DJ Company of Virginia 
Rating: 4.7 (9 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,195
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Our trusted team of Virginia Beach DJs specialize in weddings but will bring the party to any Hampton Roads event. You and your guests will have an awesome time dancing and singing the night away. All while receiving personalized attention from a well-qualified DJ and a package that fits your budget.

We were so nervous to hire a DJ because many of the DJs we talked to prior to finding the DJ company of VA said that they wouldn’t play our music in the way we wanted to. Jose and the DJ company of VA team stepped up and executed our vision for the day perfectly. They played our music exactly as we asked without a single hiccup or complaint. Jose was so kind, friendly and reassuring. The best of the best! 10/10 would recommend everyone go hire Jose!!!
Ian and M., 7 months ago
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Pick A Bloom-Preserved & Dried Florist-Shipped Nationwide 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Pick a Bloom was founded on love and laughter in small-town Surry, Virginia by us, a mother daughter duo, who wanted to see our vision of fresh flower alternatives bloom to life. We work primarily with 100% REAL preserved and dried flowers and foliage.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy with the way out flowers turned out for our wedding day. Paula and Samatha were such a joy to work with! We sent them our color pallet and ideas, which they were able to replicate and make it our own unique array of flowers. They provided great service with sending samples of their dried/preserved flowers and also a flower swap that we had to do. Would recommend for you occasion!
Tayler S., 2 years ago
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Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

We're Jim & Dakotah - a Virginia Beach-based husband and wife photographer/videographer duo serving the entire US East Coast. We specialize in delivering elevated-edgy imagery to wedding couples that seek something a little more dramatic and polished.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video was the perfect choice for our wedding photography and videography. From the beginning, their communication was consistently thorough and intentional, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was simply superb - their timeless, exquisite, and heart-felt images have allowed us to relive our special day over and over again. Dakotah and her team brought such wonderful energy and creativity to our NYE wedding, seamlessly coordinating with our other vendors to keep the timeline on track. One of the most important elements of our wedding was the photography and videography, and Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video totally delivered on that expectation, capturing captivating memories we will cherish forever.
The R., 4 months ago
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ItsJessHair_ 
Rating: 4.6 (9 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $125
  • Serves Portsmouth, VA

Thank you for considering me to be part of your big day! With 14+ years of experience, I’ve seen (and tamed) it all. If you need someone to keep your hair flawless through happy tears, epic dance moves, and maybe one too many champagne toasts—I’m your girl. I travel far and wide to make sure brides look like royalty. Think of me as your fairy hair godmother—except with a curling iron instead of a wand, making sure you’re stunning well past the afterparty. My goal? To make you feel confident, radiant, and 100% you. Let’s make some magic (and great hair)!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jess was so professional- the whole process was very smooth and she was so accommodating. She made my dreams come true at my trial and then a reality at the wedding. I will be booking her for alll future events.
Bianca B., 2 years ago

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