Fete Events

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 4

About Fete Events

Fete Events

Owner & Lead Event Planner

Let me share with you about the Owner & Creative Designer of Fete Events. Originally from Los Angele's Carolyn Mercado has a warm personality that makes you feel at ease when working with her. With her extensive experience in Fashion Merchandising, Design, Styling, Business Mind & Event Coordinating Carolyn took her experience and vision to create her own company, Fête Events. Carolyn’s combination of energy & organization makes each of her events stand out among the rest. She combines her corporate training, design background with her amazing attention to detail, which creates timeless and unforgettable unique celebrations.

She brings a wealth of experience and ideas, yet matches each event or wedding to the bride & groom's personal style. It is important that your event reflects you, & is exactly what you want it to be. Whether it's a beach, Formal affair, or theme wedding, we will take your vision and bring it to life. With our extensive network of vendors, Fête Events will make sure your event is just what you have always dreamed of. We will consult with you throughout the process, and take all the time necessary to ensure that all details are attended to on your special day. Please remember us when you're in need of creativity, design, and event planning...

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Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Pricing starts at $6,000

Partial planning

Pricing starts at $3,500

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Pricing starts at $1,000

Event design

Pricing starts at $4,500

Destination wedding

Pricing starts at $4,000*

*Plus % of total wedding costs

Elopement / microwedding

Pricing starts at $2,250

A la carte

Pricing starts at $495

Reviews

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5.0 out of 5

27 reviews

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  • From a videographers perspective

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    •Ryan Green F.•Dec 19

    As a wedding videographer, I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside many wedding planners, and I can confidently say that Carolyn at Fête Events is one of the best in the business. What truly sets Carolyn apart is her expertise. She has an uncanny ability to keep everything running smoothly and on schedule without ever feeling rushed. You can tell she has years of experience, her attention to detail and seamless coordination make my job as a videographer so much easier, allowing me to focus on capturing the magic of the day without worrying about logistics. If you’re looking for a planner who not only makes your wedding stress-free but also elevates the entire experience, I can’t recommend her highly enough!

    Response from vendor•Dec 20, 2024
    That is so kind of you Ryan! Thank you and I look forward to working with you even more in 2025!

  • Mrs. Bauers

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    •Jessica P.•Dec 18

    From the moment we first reached out to Fete Events, they were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, professional and friendly. Their communication throughout the planning process was exceptional, and they went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was seamless. The Fete Events team kept our wedding flowing flawlessly, anticipating our needs before we even realized them. We highly recommend Fete Events to any couple looking for a wedding planner who will make their special day truly unforgettable.

    Response from vendor•Dec 18, 2024
    Dear Jessica, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with Fete Events! We are thrilled to hear that you found our team helpful, knowledgeable, and professional throughout your wedding planning journey. It brings us immense joy to know that we were able to anticipate your needs and ensure that your special day went off without a hitch. Your wedding is a momentous occasion, and we are honored to have been a part of it. Loved working with you all these past months leading up to your big day! We truly appreciate your recommendation and wish you and Patrick a lifetime of happiness together! Warm regards, Carolyn Fete Events Team

  • The BEST planner ever

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    •Corey R.•Nov 7, 2024

    Carolyn is THE best wedding planner we could have ever asked for. She went way above and beyond to make our planning process and wedding absolutely seamless. She knew the answer to every question we had and would respond within minutes. I honestly don’t think we would have the wedding we had without her. We could not be more grateful for her and will forever cherish our big day because of Carolyn’s hard work.

    Response from vendor•Nov 7, 2024
    Corey- Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with Fete Events and Carolyn! We're thrilled to hear that we exceeded your expectations and made your wedding planning process so seamless. It's always our goal to ensure every couple feels supported and well taken care of throughout their journey. We appreciate your kind words and are delighted that you will forever cherish your special day because of my dedication. It has been so fun chatting and texting with you over the past months. Congratulations again on your wedding, and we wish you all the best in your new life together! Cheers

  • Carolyn is a Godsend!

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    •Jacki P.•Nov 4, 2024

    Hiring a planner was the one thing I was hesitant about when choosing my vendors because I didn't know how much help I would need, what I needed help with, or how a lot of wedding details/processes worked. As someone who struggles with not trying to do everything myself and has intense ADHD, I was a bride who needed gentle reassurance, kind reminders, and consistent support - Carolyn gave that and more. She's quick to respond, always finds time to hop on a call, will explain things to you as many times as you need, and proactively organizes with vendors and keep things in check. She is ready to problem solve at a moments notice with a Plan A, B, and C, and does is all with a composed, kind and confident demeanor. I a couple hiccups including my bridal shop dropping the ball with having my dress ready when it should have been and my flower delivery getting cancelled uncomfortably close to the wedding (those are reviews for another day), and Carolyn made me feel assured that we'd get it all worked out and everything worked out perfectly! She asked all the right questions and ones I hadn't thought to answer, and was ready with suggestions. I had some difficult moments come up with family, and she made me feel heard and crafted the ceremony and reception to cater to my complex family dynamic (to put it lightly). I am not one to often write reviews, usually because I forget to, unless I feel so compelled to sing the praises of those who really deserve them - and Carolyn has more than earned recognition. If you're unsure of who to hire for your wedding - I promise you will be in wonderful hands with Carolyn.

    Response from vendor•Nov 7, 2024
    Jacki- Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear about your experience with myself. It’s wonderful to know that we were was able to provide the gentle reassurance and support you needed throughout the planning process. I truly enjoy problem-solving and keeping everything organized, and it sounds like we went above and beyond to ensure your day was everything you dreamed of. We completely understand how stressful planning can be, especially with unexpected hiccups, and I’m so glad we were able guide you through it all with calm presents. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we’re grateful that you took the time to share your experience. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness, and congratulations on your beautiful wedding! 🌟

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