The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Cruz, CA

The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Cruz, CA

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135 Wedding Planners in Santa Cruz, CA

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The Cosmos 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Nina McCandless is an events professional with more than 18 years experience executing exquisite, gorgeous, memorable events all over the world. Obsessed with the details and in pursuit of achieving an indelible finish, she's worked with brides, elopers, corporate clients, HNIs and well-known brands like Coach, Fendi, NBC Universal, and Glamor Magazine, to name a few. Since 2019, this talented and zen planner has branched out fully into the wedding industry and loves working with couples to create a magical wedding celebrations, and planning unforgettable honeymoons.

Nina is not what you'd expect of a wedding planner - she is so much more. Besides the fact that she has impeccable taste, an easygoing hat about her, expert knowledge and tons of vendor relations, she made me feel from the first day of hiring her through the moments when the wedding was over and I was sharing photos, that everything would be perfect. Like a coach, she put a few of my expectations, all of my anxiety and some of my to-do list in check, but did so with such professionalism and calmness, that I feel in hindsight her fee was more than worth it. I was apprehensive about paying a planner for something I truly believed I could do. Later than I'd like to admit, I became overwhelmed and seriously behind as the actual day neared. I was referred to Nina by my fiancé's friend [note that my fiancé was so over me planning the wedding me on my own]. I had fun on my day, I was relaxed and look like I was truly enjoying our day in ALL the photos. Adding that Nina also flew in a DJ from Miami who I was and am a fan of. I thought it would be a gazillion dollars, but it was just a little bit more than the local DJs. Her industry experience def gives her an edge and made us look super cool.
Sera & J., 5 months ago
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Happily Ever Adventure Co 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

The first time I worked as an event coordinator, I knew I had found my calling. In 2022, I followed my heart and began planning weddings, parties, and events as my career and I've never looked back! I have a wandering soul. I was born in Massachusetts, went to college in Vermont, studied abroad in Ireland, struck out to Utah and have now settled down in Southern California. On the weekends when I'm not working, you can find me chasing the last 7 of my bucket list states, exploring our nation's national parks, or hunting for all kinds of treasure - from metal detecting on the beach to sifting through thrift store aisles!

We used Rachel as our day-of wedding coordinator. She and her assistant did an amazing job! There was not one issue that I knew about… She took care of everything. She is very organized, and had great communication and professionalism throughout our wedding planning. Thank you so much, Rachel!
Heather, 6 months ago
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Sholeh Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I have been a wedding planner for over 20 years. I am here to support your ideas and help you find ways to make your wedding day the experience you imagine. I also specialize in planning weddings in a very short amount of time. Its a wonderful challenge and you’ll receive no judgement from me about your timelines! There are no geographic limitations. I’m comfortable working remotely for the planning process and have traveled extensively domestically and abroad. I have supported people from all backgrounds in their journey towards a lifetime of love together. I network extensively with other vendors & have a passion for collaboration.

If there is one decision you must make for your wedding, you must hire Sholeh as your wedding planner or coordinator. Sholeh is everything that every good planner should be. She is organized, thoughtful, flexible, down-to-earth, detail oriented, solution oriented, and extremely kind. She was recommended to us by our wedding venue and to say we were not disappointed would be the understatement of the century. Initially, we hired Sholeh for half-day coordination services, and planned to have the in-house reception planner handle the remainder of the day. But when the venue coordinator fell through, we immediately called Sholeh in a panic and she said, "Don't worry, consider me your full-day coordinator now." She hardly even charged us a substantial upcharge for planning the entire day. On the day of the wedding, she truly felt like family. She arrived on-time, with her wagon full of supplies, ready and eager to help. She made sure everyone was fed, went out of her way to spend quality time with the mother of the bride and bride's sister, and executed every detail to perfection. She even sewed one of the groom's cousins back into her dress at the reception. Sholeh is a dream come true. We could truly write pages about how wonderful she truly is. Believe us when we say that you must must must hire Sholeh!
Glynis G., 6 months ago
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Firefly events Colorado 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hello my name is Kourtney ( Founder and owner of Firefly events) I am from Colorado. I am very hard working and dedicated to everything I do with passion and care. I have always been the party planner and organizer in my life. I decided to take on event planning professionally two years ago and have done over 100 events in this time. I have recently decided to branch off and open my own company to help my clients with dreams through my professional view and experience. Overall the care and compassion I believe my clients deserve.

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I hired Firefly Events for day of coordination. Kourtney help me every step of the way she did check ins throughout the time leading up to our wedding day. 3 months out she took everything over and this took so much Stress off if us. Our wedding day went so smoothly she set up everything how we envisioned it. She made sure everyone was where they were supposed to be and the whole day went so smooth we never once felt rushed or overwhelmed. If you want someone who makes you feel important and not just another payment definitely hire Firefly Events. You can truly feel the passion they have for this industry. Well organized and very creative.
Christiana and K., a year ago
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Cose Bella 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Cose Bella started in the historical town of Warren, RI. We are a full and partial service wedding planning company, experienced in events of all sizes. We are with you the entire day of your important event, executing every planned detail with meticulous work ethic. Being a smaller business allows us the opportunity to be more present and personable, allowing us to to perfectly reflect who you are and what makes your love so special.

We can't say enough great things about Rachel. Our only regret was not finding her sooner in the process. She is so responsive, detail-oriented, organized, made fantastic recommendations for additional vendors and offered us so much support along the way with the details. She has gorgeous taste and really helped with bringing together the vision we were going for. She is by far the best vendor! I'm thinking someday we'll have a vow renewal just to work with her again!
Victoria & J., 2 years ago
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Good Times Styled Events 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Good Times is a full-service wedding and event planning biz founded in 2021. Good Times has the know-how to custom tailor your event to fit your unique style and needs. We will be there to manage the design, details and logistics of your day, so that every step along the way is an enjoyable one from our very first meeting until the end of your seamless event.

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot recommend Rachel Good Times enough. She was so on top of it, kept us from being stressed, and made our wedding day incredible. We “trusted the process” and when we showed up, the venue was beautiful, everything was perfectly set up, and things stayed on track. She set up detailed timelines, and not only supported us, but our bridal grooms party and parents. Her tools and explanations for what we needed to do simplified the process so much for us. Any little detail we ever mentioned was addressed, included, or fixed! I feel incredibly confident that we could never have pulled this off without Rachel and her team. Every person who interacted with her told us how lucky we were, and complimented her work. Our wedding was incredible because Rachel helped make it happen! Thank you Rachel!!
Kathleen D., 6 months ago
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Elardo Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Tara has a deep love for human connection and what better way to celebrate that than with events? With 8+ years of experience in the industry, Tara is a seasoned professional. Her organizational skills combined with her attention to detail make her the perfect person to bring your vision to life. At Elardo Events, we care about our work just as much as we care about the people we are doing the work for.

Awarded Best of Zola
My team and I recently worked with Tara on a wedding in October and I was blown away! I run an event Hair and Makeup team and Tara's planning work made everything run beyond smoothly! She's excellent at communicating with vendors and literally made my job 1000 times easier due to her diligence and expertise! I would recommend Tara to any Bride who needs a kind soul to organize the "chaos" of wedding planning! Thanks for being amazing Tara!
Abby Lauren Makeup, 2 years ago
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KG Weddings & Events 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

KG Weddings & Events specializes in creating unforgettable celebrations tailored to your vision. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for excellence, we handle every aspect of your special day, from initial planning to flawless execution. Our dedicated team ensures a seamless and stress-free experience, transforming your dreams into reality with elegance and style. Let KG Weddings & Events make your wedding a truly magical occasion.

I recently had the pleasure of working with KG Weddings & Events, and I can't express enough how incredible the experience was. From the very first meeting, it was clear that they truly understood the vision we had for our special day. The team at KG Weddings & Events is not only highly professional but also incredibly friendly and enthusiastic. They took the time to listen to our ideas, provided valuable insights, and executed everything flawlessly. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence ensured that every aspect of our event was perfect. What impressed us the most was their ability to transform our vision into reality. They handled everything with such grace and efficiency, making the entire planning process stress-free and enjoyable. Their creativity and expertise shone through in every detail, from the stunning décor to the seamless coordination of the day. KG Weddings & Events went above and beyond our expectations, and we are beyond grateful for their outstanding service. If you're looking for an event planner who will bring your dreams to life with professionalism, friendliness, and enthusiasm, look no further than KG Weddings & Events. They truly made our event unforgettable. Thank you, KG Weddings & Events, for making our special day everything we hoped for and more!
YR, 6 months ago
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Enchanted Weddings by BK 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees
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At Enchanted Weddings by B&K, our passion for event coordination is the heart and soul of our business. It is this love for creating memorable and flawlessly executed events that drives us to provide the highest level of service to our clients. We understand that your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and we are committed to making it perfect in every way.

Choosing Enchanted Weddings by BK, LLC was the best decision we made for our wedding! From the moment we hired Brianna, she took care of everything from start to finish, ensuring that no detail was overlooked. Her full planning service was a dream come true—she managed vendor selections, timelines, budgets, and design ideas with ease and professionalism. It was clear that Brianna has an in-depth knowledge of the wedding industry and an amazing ability to turn visions into reality. She took all the stress off our shoulders and made the entire planning process feel smooth and enjoyable. Brianna’s attention to detail is unmatched, and she was always available to answer questions and provide guidance whenever we needed it. On the big day, everything went off without a hitch—our wedding was exactly how we imagined it, and it wouldn’t have been possible without Brianna and her team! If you’re looking for a planner who is dedicated, organized, and truly passionate about what she does, I highly recommend the full planning service at Enchanted Weddings by BK, LLC!
Kristina & D., 2 months ago
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Bountyful Creations 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hello Everyone! My name is Hesok I've been married to my wonderful husband for 18 years and have a 9 year old son who I adore. I have been blessed to create my clients with the wedding or events of their dreams. Either I am with you visiting the venues of your choice, booking your vendors, and just simply making sure that everything is in order for your special day or event, I will be by your side every step of the way. I will simply make sure that everything is in order and ready, and all set to go when it's time for your wedding or event to start. Let's start planning!

As a vendor, I had the privilege of assisting Hesok as the officiant of her wedding event. It was truly an exceptional experience to witness the level of professionalism and expertise she brought to the event. Hesok's unwavering commitment to clear and effective communication ensured that every aspect of the event, from timing to order, ran seamlessly. I have already begun sharing my positive experience with others and will continue to do so, as it was truly remarkable
The Chosen One Ministries, 7 months ago
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K.Adam Events 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

K.Adam Events is a Full Service Wedding Planning Company offering Full Service Event Planning, Partial Planning and Wedding Management. K.Adam Events offers our couples exclusive, luxury planning experiences across the US, Carribean, Canada and Destinations Worldwide. Our hands on, personalized and quality approach creates a seamless experience, with you as our individual clients in mind. We want each of our weddings to be as unique as you are, as a couple! Let us share your love story, wherever your wedding is taking place!

Kaila and her team will blow you away. I have worked with hundreds of wedding and event planners, and K. Adam Luxury Events is hands-down #1. Kaila doesn't just plan a wedding; she orchestrates a 5 Star Wedding PRODUCTION. Kaila takes every detail of a wedding to the highest level possible. You can have peace of mind knowing that Kaila will ensure all of your wedding dreams will come to life on the big day in an organized fashion. Wedding vendors love working with her, too, because she makes it clear to us how our services must be delivered so we can work together as a well-rehearsed team of professionals. Planning a wedding has too many components to plan by yourself. If you are looking for a "Top Shelf," stress-free, magical wedding day planned to perfection, K. Adam Luxury Events is the only one to work with. Sincerely, Tony C.
Cc King Entertainment, a year ago
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Samantha Gruwell Weddings 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

As your partner in the planning process, I'll help uncover goals and priorities, providing timelines and to-do lists that work without the overwhelm. I work closely with vendors and communicate the expectations for the wedding day so everyone is on the same page and can execute a seamless experience for couples and their guests.

We are so happy we had Sam planning our wedding! She was there to help, guide, and encourage every step of the way. I never felt overwhelmed or frustrated because I had her to lean on. I had a specific vision, but also a budget, and Sam helped me figure out how to make my dream wedding come to life within the constraints of money and space. On the day of the wedding, Sam made it absolutely seamless!! We didn't worry about a thing, and everything went incredibly well. We truly got to enjoy our wedding day without having to stress, coordinate, or do any last-minute things. We are SO grateful that we gave it all over to Sam. Can't wait for the vow renewal - we'll be hiring her again!
Yekaterina B., a month ago
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Fantastical Adventures 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $75
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Fantastical Adventures is your ultimate destination for bespoke travel experiences and unforgettable themed events. Founded with a passion for fandom and a commitment to crafting immersive journeys, we specialize in curating trips and organizing events tailored to the geek in all of us. Whether you're dreaming of exploring the enchanting landscapes of Middle-earth, stepping into the magical world of Disney, or celebrating your love with a themed wedding fit for a superhero, we're here to make your nerdiest dreams a reality.

Fantastical Adventures was the perfect wedding planning team for us! From the moment we first reached out, their communication was always prompt, friendly, curious, and enthusiastic. They took the time to really understand our unique vision and personalities, and the level of detail and thoughtfulness they put into every aspect of our wedding was incredible. Fantastical Adventures found the most special, nerdy decorations that made our wedding feel so specific to us and our story. Their creativity and unique ideas truly made our day feel one-of-a-kind. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding planning experience - Fantastical Adventures went above and beyond to make our special day perfect!
Tori, 2 months ago
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Not Jess A Planner 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Congratulations on your engagement! This is such an exciting time for you and your partner. You are probably on cloud 9 and now questioning yourself, "where do I begin" or "what do I do now?" Here at Not Jess A Planner we strive to help your wedding dreams come to life. Throughout your event journey, you no longer need to feel alone and have us to lean on. We would be delighted to connect soon and learn more about your needs in a planner.

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Jess from Not Jess A Planner is a top tier wedding planner! From the start of the planning journey, she was quick to respond, organized, thoughtful and most important FRIENDLY! Finding a hands on, easy to work with planner in the SoCal area is no small feat so finding Jess felt like a God-send. She seamlessly guided myself and my husband through every choice (big and small, easy and hard) and always felt like a true teammate trying to keep us happy and on budget. Day of Coordination was handled seamlessly by Ashlynn with Kendra as her assistant. The pair worked together with my wedding venue coordinators at the Parker Palm Springs flawlessly. I was able to focus on my day and relax knowing everything was being taken care of. Their expertise, attention to detail and TLC doesn't go unnoticed by other vendors and guests. Thank you girls for being such an integral part of mine and Nino's wedding day! We love you!
Justine J., a year ago
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Exceptionally Yours Weddings & Events 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

We strive to bring together all of the details in order to make your event perfect and stress free. From the biggest pieces all the way down to the smallest details, we will plan everything! We can even choreograph your first dance and work with you in customizable dance lesson packages! Here at Exceptionally Yours, we are known for tailoring each event specifically for your needs, because we know that not every bride, groom, guest of honor or company is exactly the same.

I worked with Caitlin for my 2024 wedding and thought she did a phenomenal job! She was there for guidance and question answering when we needed it. She made our timeline and the wedding day ran so smoothly, even though we had to pivot last minute due to the rain! My bustle broke, and my hair started falling out, and there she was with safety pins and bobby pins. She is also just the sweetest. We loved working with her and would recommend her to anyone.
Chelsey S., 8 months ago
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Infinite Love Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

We're so excited for you as you begin this new chapter! Infinite Love Events is a California-based wedding planning and design company. We believe your wedding should reflect your vision and love story. We curate intentional moments to create infinite memories.

If you are looking for a coordinator, look no further. Clarissa is such a tremendous talent and is so knowledgeable. There were many times throughout the planning process where Clarissa would provide my now husband and I details that we did not even think about. Clarissa is prompt, efficient, and very kind. She is an advocate to you and will treat your wedding as if it was her own. I am so glad to have found her and cannot emphasize how much she helped us! She single-handedly is responsible for the turnout of our wedding and we are tremendously grateful for her. She will provide you with transparency, honesty, clear communication and expectations, and is immensely accommodating. I cannot emphasize how much Clarissa did for our wedding, but if you are looking for a coordinator, please reach out to her. She is a true professional! Clarissa, you are amazing!! Thank you!
Jenna H., 3 months ago
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Calder’s Creations 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi I'm Natalie Calder, the heart and sole behind Calder's Creations. I'm a mom, wife, planner, but above all else.. I'm just as passionate about seeing your wedding come to life as you are! The people that work alongside me, are either family or people I have known and worked with for over ten years in the wedding industry, but most importantly and excitedly YOU! We work hand in hand with you throughout each stage of our journey together and we wouldn't have it any other way. I can't wait to hear about your love story and how you want to make your wedding day just as unique and as special as your love!

Calder's Creations was an absolute dream to work with as our wedding planners. From the very beginning, their communication style was responsive, honest, and nurturing - we felt as if we were the only couple Natalie worked with throughout our entire planning process, as she was so dedicated to us and our special day. The quality of her work and value was truly remarkable, exceeding our expectations at every turn. She took care of all the setup and breakdown, and provided us with a convenient cash payment system that removed the worry of paying vendors on the day of. Natalie went the extra mile to ensure our wedding day was perfect, and we never felt like just one of the bunch, they were there every step of the way. We are forever grateful for her exceptional service and attention to detail, we couldn’t have planned our wedding without her!
Natasha, 3 months ago
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Jade & Castle 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hi there! Congratulations!!! (insert girly scream) We are so excited for you and excited that you've found us. At Jade & Castle, we are more than your planners; we are your weekend Best Friends. From the moment you book with us, we are there every step of the way. Wether you want to be involved in every detail of the planning or want to just show up-- your wedding weekend besties will have you covered! Don't be shy! Send us a message and let's hop on a call and chat about how we can make your wedding dreams come true ✨

I cannot sing Abby's praises enough. She was professional, helpful, and patient throughout the entire process. Her and her assistant's hard work ensured we could actually enjoy our day and we are so appreciative. She was incredible, thorough, and made sure I never had to worry about a thing. I would trust them with any of my important events and am forever grateful!
Haley B., a year ago
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Ascendance Productions 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,050
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

From beginning to end, our team approaches every moment with you in mind. We stand by the belief that no occasion is too big or too small to be handled the utmost level of care and professionalism. Memories and love last a lifetime.

Jacki and her team are simply fabulous! There is so much more to hair and makeup services than simply making you look and feel your best, though they will do that too! Just as important is Jacki's understanding of wedding days and special events, their timelines, working with other vendors as a team, and how best to be able to touch up your makeup throughout the day (esp those lips!) and making sure you look fresh! She takes care to listen to her clients' needs rather than choosing what style to use. Jacki is just one of the kindest, most lighthearted and fun wedding professionals out there. She would be a great addition to your wedding team and be an amazing way to start your day!
Jessica Knighton Photo, 8 months ago
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Perfection Unlimited LLC 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Perfection Unlimited LLC is a wedding and event planning company in San Pablo, California. Their team of provides various organizational and design services to help you bring your dream celebration to life. Whether you need assistance finding the perfect venue or choosing the right vendors, they have you covered. Once you have selected them, they will happily manage your vendors, making sure everything runs smoothly at every stage of your event. They schedule weekly meetings to keep you in the loop throughout this process, giving you consistent updates in the lead-up to your special day.

Meshawn and the team at Perfection Unlimited were our Coordination team for our October 2023 wedding. We could not have asked for a better team to coordinate our unique wedding ceremony that was a surprise to our guests. After connecting with PU via Thumbtack back in mid-2023, we spoke with Matthew who immediately understood the importance of our vision. Our wedding was held at the New Parkway Theater in Oakland, Ca. It started off as a friends and family screening of a short film (the Bride was the director, the Groom was a crew member). Then, during the post-film Q&A, we revealed to our guests that we were getting married right then and there in the theater. Not only did PU coordinate a film screening complete with red carpet, step & repeat photos, food, drink, DJ and more, but they helped transition into a full wedding ceremony. Meshawn ran point on everything: rehearsal, procession, recession, cake, etc. Stellar team members, Angel and Rakisha, executed everything flawlessly. Angel acted as the special events coordinator, making sure our tech was on point (sound, picture, graphics, everything!) and she even made a reel for us to post on our socials. PU was up for the challenge of our 2-in-1 surprise wedding/film screening, and they rose to that challenge with much aplomb. For what we asked for, they could've up-charged us greatly. PU made us feel heard and seen throughout the process. We wanted our wedding to be a collaboration between BIPOC businesses and creators celebrating what we can achieve when we work together. Thanks to PU for what they promised, perfection.
Roni M., 8 months ago
Scheme Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

We are Tara, Courtney and Paulina and together we are Scheme Events. We are a team of memory creators, storytellers, idea generators, and ultimately wedding planners striving to bring excellence in this season of life. A steady pulse on innovation, a passion for love, and calming presences has allowed Scheme Events to flourish for over a decade.

What can be better than working with people that can bond together and create the dream wedding? Weddings can be very stressful and especially if people don't have the right wedding professionals.  As wedding photographers, we are constantly communicating with the wedding planners and can only say how wonderful Scheme Events are! Everyone from the team is very kind, genuine, and always on point with the whole planning process and communication. Every time when we get to work together is a blessing. They keep very good communication from the beginning of the planning process, through the event day, and even after that - they are always ready to help.  Scheme Events are one of the very well-known and experienced wedding planners in town and what we really love about them is that they are giving back to the wedding community. If you wonder if Scheme Events are the right fit for you, don't hesitate to reach out and see for yourself how wonderful they are!
Chernogorov Photography, 2 years ago
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Jennifer Mullen Events and Designs 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I am passionate about my career, organized, action-oriented, value-driven, and love a good love story. Each wedding day is another day I get to not only create a gorgeous wedding, but a day to truly express the story of the couple and who they are. I can be your friend if you need one, but I can also be a third party objective opinion if you are stuck. I want to create a personal and incredible wedding day alongside you by taking away any and all of that planning stress. I am excited to bring California flair to gorgeous Mississippi events and beyond. Contact me and tell me your story, because I want to be a part of celebrating it.

Working with Jennifer will expand your expectations and understanding of how meaningful event design can be! More than going with current trends, she makes sure to curate a truly authentic and one of a kind experience for each of her couples. Along with this personalized approach, you can also expect her to gather timeless inspiration to incorporate effortlessly into the event experience. If you are on the fence about hiring a planner or event designer, we highly recommend trusting Jennifer to help bring your dream wedding day to life!
The Plant Venue, 9 months ago
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Kake Events 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Kayce is the Owner and Lead Coordinator at Kake Events! Her love for all things wedding began at the age of 5, when she booked her first wedding gig as flower girl! Since then she has held many other jobs within the wedding and events industry which give her great insight in to all aspects of your big day! ​ Three words that describe Kayce: Passionate, Organized and Caring ​ Favorites: Dogs, Pinterest, Iced Coffee, Bravo TV and GUAC! ​ Star Sign: Capricorn/Aquarius Cusp

Kayce was hands down the MVP at my wedding! I truly could not imagine my wedding day or the weeks leading up to it without her help. She was there every step of the way and made sure that everything came together seamlessly. She was respectful of my vision and opinions, and did a really amazing job guiding me to make decisions without making it about what she wanted – she had a way of making me feel like I was still in control but alleviated the stressful details that were over my head. She was professional and well organized throughout the planning process, always making me feel 100% comfortable we were on the same page. She was on time to all of our meetings and always had a positive attitude, which helped me stay focused though the thick of all the stress. She kept things fun! And I needed that. Kayce absolutely killed it on the wedding day – I had so many compliments from my bridesmaids and family members saying how great she was. I didn’t realize how consuming the actual wedding day would be until it came, and I’m so grateful I had Kayce there to keep things on schedule. Somehow among all the chaos, she managed to keep her composure and help us focus on being present for all the moments that we wanted to experience. I couldn’t ever thank Kayce enough for what she contributed to our wedding and I highly recommend her servic
Erica and T., 2 years ago
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LuckEleven Events 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I love love! Watching my couples' love stories unfold over the course of their planning journey brings me such immense joy. I want my couples to leave their wedding saying "Wow, that was so US!" I love customizing events with different colors, themes and surprises sprinkled throughout!

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Best money I ever spent! I was the type of bride that didn't originally want a wedding as I was terrified of the planning process and didn't want to end up working my wedding instead of enjoying it. Melanie 100% made this whole process seamless and dare I say I even started enjoying the process because she took all the guess work out for us. Instead of having hundreds of options to sift through, she heard our vision and budget and suggested a handful of truly amazing vendors for us to choose from. She was with us every step of the way communicating with them and answering our questions so nothing fell through the cracks. When the day came, she made our vision a reality some and we were able to relax and simply enjoy our day knowing everything was being taken care of. I can't recommend working with Melanie/ LuckEleven events enough!
Sarah T., 2 years ago
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CA Creations 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

I love people & love 💗 I get to utilize my 20+ years of experience in the service industry & B.A. in sociology to help my couples enjoy themselves during such a special time of their lives. Growing up in a large family I’ve been throwing/hosting parties & events what feels like my entire life (for free lol). Since a young age I would say that some day I’d be getting paid to throw parties because I loved it. Then in February of 2017 I finally decided to enter the industry professionally & also became the Venue Coordinator for The Yolanda Ranch. I was truly honored that then in 2018 & 2019 we were voted Best Wedding Venue in Yolo County 💗

Cristina is an amazing coordinator! She walked us through all the steps from start to finish. She became a great friend during the process and very grateful for a stress free wedding planning journey because of her. Cristina will listen and make your dream vision come to life.
Victoria R., a year ago
ad astra co. 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Hello starshine. If you’re here it’s because you have a story to tell and an occasion to celebrate. I can’t express how happy I am that you’ve encountered ad astra co. at some point along the way. We firmly believe that every moment should be romanticized. Everybody has a story to tell—it’s just a matter of getting all the details on paper. That’s where we come in. At ad astra co., we specialize in curating picturesque moments. You know those nights where everything is happening in slow motion, and suddenly you are the main character? Our job is to make sure that you capture, remember, & cherish those fleeting moments for years to come.

We recently had the pleasure of working with Alianne from Ad Astra for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with the experience! From the initial consultation to the big day, Alianne was an absolute joy to work with. Her professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail made our wedding planning process smooth and stress-free. Despite the challenge of planning a micro wedding in less than two months, Alianne executed everything flawlessly. She took the time to understand our vision and brought it to life in ways we couldn't have imagined. One of the standout moments was how Alianne handled a last-minute increase in our guest count with such grace and efficiency. Her calm demeanor and quick thinking ensured that everything went off without a hitch. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how beautiful and well-coordinated our wedding was, and we owe it all to Alianne and her incredible team at Ad Astra. If you're looking for a wedding planner who is dedicated, passionate, and truly cares about making your special day perfect, look no further than Alianne at Ad Astra. She exceeded all our expectations and made our wedding day an unforgettable experience. Thank you, Alianne!
Vanessa, 7 months ago

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What does a wedding planner do?

Wedding planners offer a range of services, from full-service planning to day-of coordination. Full-service planning can include anything from helping design your events to managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Day-of coordination is more focused on making sure your wedding day goes off without a hitch. In Santa Cruz, CA, 83% of planners offer day-of coordination and 84% can provide some partial planning services.

What's the cost of hiring a wedding planner in Santa Cruz, CA?

Wedding planners start at $900 and run up to $150,000 in Santa Cruz, CA. Quite a range, we know! But keep in mind packages vary tremendously depending on what you’re looking for, so it makes sense to reach out to several planners to find one that can collaborate in the way that’s most helpful (and relaxing) for you.

How much is a day of wedding coordination in Santa Cruz, CA?

Wedding coordinators start at $300 and run up to $9,500 in Santa Cruz, CA.

Do I need a wedding planner or a day of coordinator?

Choosing between a wedding planner and day-of coordinator can be tricky! We recommend asking prospective planners about their packages to understand the best fit for your needs and budget. In Santa Cruz, CA, 79% offer both options, so they can help explain the differences!

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