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My wife Janae and I got married at Carmel Fields by Wedgewood this past week and we were blown away by the incredible service from the on-site team. We began our planning process with Angie, and she did a wonderful job of helping us organize our thoughts and ideas for the perfect wedding day. There were many aspects and design details of the wedding day we would've never considered if not for Angie, so we were very grateful to have her support leading up to the big day. Our day of wedding coordinator was Ali with support of Sophia. Ali's vast experience was very apparent and shone brightly in her calm demeanor on our actual wedding day. It was exactly what we needed, as the big day can be very stressful for many couples. She did an excellent job making sure my wife and I had everything we needed leading up to, during, and even after the wedding. It allowed us to thoroughly enjoy the day. To my understanding Sophia was in training, but had she not told us this we would've never known. She handled all our requests and questions like a pro. Many, many thank you's to all the ladies at Carmel Fields including Aloha and Mandy. My wife and I got married at the beach and held our reception on site at Carmel Fields about 10 minutes away. The logistics of a multi-location wedding celebration can certainly be difficult to pull off but it's definitely not a problem for the team at Carmel Fields. I'd highly recommend checking out their site for your upcoming wedding celebration.

We got married on 9/26/25 at Wedgewood Carmel, with our ceremony on the beach and our reception in the Merienda Room -- and it was truly the most perfect day! Everything ran so smoothly, and we had an absolute blast celebrating with our family and friends. We used all of Wedgewood's vendors except for the officiant (we had a family member marry us) and went outside the package for our florist, which was worth the splurge. The venue itself is breathtaking, both the beach and reception spaces are naturally beautiful, so it didn't need much beyond florals and greenery to highlight the setting. I dropped off a box of my décor on rehearsal day, and the team executed everything flawlessly. It looked like a dream! The Wedgewood team was incredible throughout the entire planning process and wedding day. Any time we had a question or concern, they were quick to help and reassure us. At one point, I was nervous about being over the guest count for our room, and they immediately called to ease my worries and offer solutions. Even when we had an unexpected issue with our dog on the wedding day, they stepped right in and helped handle it. Truly, they have your back for anything you might need. I also recommend leaning on their team for décor guidance -- they're so knowledgeable and will help you figure out what's actually worth including. The food was delicious (we chose the buffet), and we had so many guests tell us how much they loved it. For music, we gave the DJ our Spotify playlists to capture our vibe, and he absolutely nailed it. We've had countless guests tell us this was the most fun and best wedding they've ever attended, which says it all. I have zero regrets choosing Wedgewood Carmel and would relive this day a hundred times over if I could.

It's officially been one week since my husband and I got married at Carmel Fields by Wedgewood Weddings, and we've had time to reflect on everything before writing this review. Honestly, there are a million reasons why we loved working with the team here, but most of all, we want to give a huge shoutout to Anahi, Angie, Alycia, and Sophie. These ladies made our wedding day truly unforgettable, and I hope this review gives some peace of mind to any future brides and grooms considering this venue. Meeting the Coordinators From the very first time we walked into the office, we were greeted with the warmest smiles and genuine kindness. The coordinators immediately made us feel comfortable and gave us a sense of what to expect throughout the planning process. They walked us through a 70+ page binder full of timelines, pricing, vendor recommendations, and helpful prompts. A couple of weeks later, our own personalized binder arrived in the mail -- and because I had mentioned wanting a Bridgerton-themed wedding, they even included a little themed insert just for us. That small but thoughtful gesture spoke volumes. Honestly, the reason we picked Carmel Fields wasn't just the venue itself -- it was the people in that office. Leading Up to the Wedding Throughout the planning process, communication was consistent and reassuring. Each of the coordinators worked so hard to answer all of my questions. I sent tons of emails every few weeks, and they always responded promptly -- even on busy weekends with other weddings going on. Whenever I made changes or added upgrades, they stayed positive and made sure everything was captured in their notes behind the scenes. One of the biggest burdens brides feel while planning is that constant self-doubt: Am I being too much? Am I asking too many questions? Do I even know what I'm doing? But Anahi, Angie, Alycia, and Sophie never once made me feel like I was overstepping. They reminded me that no question was too small and no request was "too much." That reassurance was priceless and kept me grounded during the process. The Day Before Our rehearsal ceremony was exceptionally seamless. Sophie was already at the venue, fully prepared to walk through all of the details with our entire bridal party and families. Her calm presence made the whole process so easy, and because of that, we had zero hiccups during the actual wedding ceremony. It gave us so much confidence going into the big day. The Wedding Day I don't even know where to begin because our wedding day honestly felt magical. Every detail we had discussed and fine-tuned was executed beautifully. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the food -- at least 20 people came up to us to say how amazing it was. Nobody left hungry. We also created two custom signature drinks -- passion fruit margaritas and cherry mojitos -- and they were such a hit. One of my friends admitted she had six margaritas because they were that good! One of the most thoughtful touches was how Sophie and the staff made sure we were taken care of. Since we missed cocktail hour while taking photos by the arch, they surprised us with a huge platter of appetizers and food assortments on our sweetheart table. It included everything we had selected for the day, and it meant so much to us not to miss out. We were also worried that, with a daytime wedding, people wouldn't dance. But by 2:00 PM the dance floor was packed -- parents included! Seeing everyone so full of joy made our hearts so full. And finally, I have to give a very special thank you to Sophie Tomlinson, our day-of coordinator. She was truly the calm in the storm. The only hiccup of the day was that my bridesmaids spent about 40 minutes trying to figure out how to pin my bustle (my vintage Carolina Herrera gown didn't come with a hook). I was panicking about delaying lunch for our guests, but every time Sophie checked in, she gave me the kindest smile and assured me we had plenty of time. In those moments, it felt like time slowed down -- exactly what I needed to stay grounded. Final Thoughts If I could give one piece of advice to other brides, it would be this: treat your coordinators and vendors like true partners. They work so hard behind the scenes to bring your vision to life, and being surrounded by such sweet, dedicated people made all the difference for us. If you can, show them your appreciation with gifts or tips -- they absolutely deserve it. Carmel Fields by Wedgewood Weddings gave us the most magical day, and we couldn't be more grateful.

We had our wedding at Carmel Fields by Wedgewood Weddings, and it was the perfect venue for our budget. The team was wonderful to work with--always quick to answer our questions, recommend trusted vendors, and keep communication clear throughout the planning process. During planning, we worked with Anahi, who was incredibly helpful in our consultations, and on the big day Ashley was our Day-Of Coordinator. Both were fantastic, but Ashley deserves a special shoutout--she handled every last-minute change and request like a pro and made sure everything ran smoothly. Our ceremony took place on the beach and the reception at the venue. While the travel between the two caused us to run behind schedule, Ashley managed everything seamlessly. We even requested a last-minute walkthrough of the reception space before guests arrived (and squeezed in a quick practice of our first dance to test my dress!), and she made it all happen without issue. The evening itself flew by in the best way, and thanks to Ashley and the Wedgewood team, our guests never noticed the hiccups behind the scenes--they simply enjoyed a beautiful celebration. We highly recommend Carmel Fields to anyone looking for an all-inclusive wedding venue, especially if you dream of a beach ceremony with a stress-free reception to follow!

Zayna S.

We had our wedding at Carmel Fields in December, and it was a beautiful day. At first, I had some hesitations about choosing Wedgewood because all inclusive sounds like it could be a bit cookie cutter, but I'm so glad we went with them. They allowed us to personalize so many elements, and their staff made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. The Planning & Staff: We absolutely loved working with Alycia during the planning process leading up to the wedding. The whole team is so organized, responsive, and easy to work with. Every time I would email them with a question the answer was prompt and usually "Yes!". It made me feel so reassured and supported throughout. Despite a last-minute change to our day-of coordinator, the new coordinator we were paired with, Anahi, was fantastic and handled everything so well--so professional, sweet, and calming. She made everything run smoothly despite a timeline hiccup. Luis, our banquet manager, took over during the reception and I truly appreciated how attentive and organized he was. Flexibility & Customization: Wedgewood provided the structure of an all-inclusive venue, but they also allowed us the flexibility to bring in our own touches and vendors. I worked with their florist for the larger pieces (like our split ceremony arch and upgraded centerpieces) while also bringing in my own DIY florals for things like bridesmaid bouquets and bud vases. They were accommodating when it came to letting us customize certain elements, like our bar setup and décor, which helped us make the space feel like "us." The Food: The appetizers during cocktail hour were a hit--guests really raved about them! I didn't get as much feedback about the main plated meal, but our vendors mentioned they loved it. Personally, I didn't get to eat much (even though I swore I'd be a bride who did!), and I felt the food was about what I expected for a wedding. Value for the Price: Carmel is a very high-cost area, and I feel like we got a great deal for what we paid. The venue is absolutely stunning, the weather was perfectly sunny for December. We did the elite package and got upgraded chairs, top shelf liquor, a plated meal - Wedgewood's packages allowed us to have a beautiful, elevated wedding without breaking the bank. Final Thoughts: The team we worked with went above and beyond to ensure everything came together flawlessly. If you're looking for a venue that simplifies the planning process while still allowing room for personal touches, I highly recommend!

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Taylor P.

We had the most amazing wedding day thank to wedgewood weddings ! The ceremony site on the beach was spectacular! The venue and reception was so fun and I felt so well taken care of the entire day. Alycia is incredible and the whole team really brings it together for your perfect day ! We planned the entire wedding from Colorado, sight unseen and were blown away by how perfect it was. Thank you all! Highly recommend!

The reception with spider draping
Delayna B.

This venue was amazing! This was the first and only venue my husband and I looked at because we fell in love instantly. The workers are so friendly and always there when you have any questions (and I had A LOT). They were timely with their responses and never hid any costs. The venue was beautiful to say the least; my husband & I got married on the beach and it was everything we hoped for. Our day of coordinator, Sophie, was so sweet. The ceremony was set up perfectly after just showing her my photo inspo. Also, it's very nice you can bring all your own decor if you please, which I did and Sophie set it up exactly how I envisioned. The reception was also beautiful in the set up with the spider draping I added to our package. The food & drinks were just as good as when we first tried them. We had a carving station and a chicken option, along with the fan favorite, tortellini. The vendors they use were also so helpful and sweet and met all of our needs! Our friends had a fantastic time, some saying the best wedding they've attended! I couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding and it was all thanks to Carmel Fields!

If you're looking for a wedding that you will remember forever, I highly recommend booking with Carmel Fields by Wedgewood. The reception space was absolutely amazing--spacious, stylish, and perfect for a celebration. The staff made sure we felt comfortable and promptly addressed any issues or questions we had. My wife and I want to give a special shoutout to our main coordinator Alycia! She was truly amazing and it was a perfect day thanks to her. With her attention to detail and sharing our vision. We also want to thank Anahi and Angie and everyone who made our special day truly magical. They were incredibly friendly, well-coordinated, and organized. They ensured that everything ran smoothly, allowing us to enjoy the night without a single worry. This made the day feel stress-free for everyone and allowed us to relax and watch all our family and friends enjoy the wedding--whether it was on the dance floor or at the bar enjoying drinks! There are so many great things we could say about this place, but I'll simply let the reviews speak for themselves! My wife and I had an excellent experience. The rooms, including the bridal suite and groom's suite, were beautifully set up, the food was delicious, the bar had amazing drinks and their vendors made the planning process effortless. We truly appreciated how the coordinators and vendors made everything so easy and stress-free. We are so glad that we chose a Wedgewood location! It was such a wonderful day, and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Love, David & Cristal 02.22.25

I loved my experience with Wedgewood Weddings Carmel! Angie and Sophie were amazing to work with on the day of my wedding. They were very attentive to all the small details but also did not bombard me with logistics. They also went above and beyond with the decorations I gave them for the reception room. I linked a picture below. All the greenery on the ceiling beams were hung by them with little directions. And it turned out beautifully! So grateful for the team there. One note for those who are booking with wedgewoods: they have many different forms of communication. Text, emails, phone calls, etc. It was near our wedding when I clarified a few things I texted them previously, and they didn't recall. So there was a bit of confusion. But it worked out in the end so just a heads up, maybe keep one form of communication? Or ask how they prefer it.

When my husband and I first started dating, we celebrated our one-year anniversary in Monterey--so Monterey and Carmel have always held a special place in our hearts. One year ago, we had the absolute joy of getting married at Wedgewood Weddings Carmel, and we couldn't be more grateful for the incredible experience they provided. From the moment we began planning--years before our actual wedding day--the entire Wedgewood team was incredibly responsive, patient, and supportive. No matter how many questions I had (and I had thousands!), they answered each one with kindness, flexibility, and positivity. We were lucky to have Anahi as our day-of venue coordinator, and she was so sweet and calming throughout the entire day. We also hired Tiffany as our event coordinator, and both women worked seamlessly together to make sure everything went perfectly. From the setup to the breakdown and all the little details in between, they had it covered, allowing us to fully enjoy our day stress-free. Our ceremony took place on Monastery Beach, and it was truly magical--especially since it ended up being the only sunny day that entire week! It made everything feel even more special and meant to be. Our reception was held in the Fiesta Room, which turned out to be the perfect space for our celebration. We had originally booked the Merienda Room but decided to switch to better accommodate our dance floor and table layout needs. The team made that transition so easy, and the result was beautiful. We even set up a cigar bar in the courtyard, which our guests loved! Speaking of guests--they're still raving about the amazing food. We chose the Premier Package with a buffet option, and everything was top-notch. During Cocktail Hour, we served: * Fresh mozzarella & grape tomato caprese skewers * Hummus duo (red pepper & cilantro lime) with pita chips * Mac & cheese panko croquettes * Mini crab cakes with spicy remoulade * Pulled pork canapés with pineapple salsa * Chicken & waffles with bourbon syrup Dinner featured: * A salad bar with 8 assorted salads * Five cheese tortellini with pesto Parmesan * Panko Parmesan-crusted chicken with sherry cream * A carving station with roasted prime rib au jus and creamed horseradish Sides included garlic butter mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and bread & butter. For dessert, we had a delicious two-tier cake (lemon and tuxedo with Chantilly frosting) and an espresso machine. We also brought in a dessert bar from Sweet Condesa, which was a huge hit! From start to finish, the Wedgewood Weddings Carmel team made us feel seen, supported, and celebrated. They truly went above and beyond to bring our vision to life, and we are forever grateful for how they made our special day unforgettable. Highly recommend for anyone dreaming of a beautiful, seamless wedding experience in such a magical setting. - Rose and Eric

Photo Credit: Molly-Kate Photography Location: Monastery Beach Venue: Carmel Fields by Wedgewood
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I was truly on the fence about hiring a wedding planner. Weddings are expensive, and I wondered if…read moreit was an expense we really needed. I work full time, though, and while my daughter and I were ready to take the bull by the horns and be very involved in the planning, I wanted both her and her fiancé to have an exceptional wedding they would remember for the rest of their lives. I interviewed several planners, but something about Mandi immediately resonated with me. I took the leap, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions we made. Mandi started working with us nearly a year in advance and was there every step of the way. She kept us organized, reviewed every detail, and was always just a text, email, or phone call away. She also kept track of vendor contracts, invoices, payments, and deadlines, which took an enormous amount off our plate and made sure nothing was overlooked. Her experience and relationships within the wedding community were invaluable. She knew who to call, how to bring our ideas to life, and connected us with an incredible team of vendors. As the wedding approached and everything kicked into high gear, Mandi made sure nothing fell through the cracks. When it came time to execute everything we had spent so many months planning, Mandi had an exceptional team alongside her. On the wedding day, they were organized, professional, and seemingly everywhere at once, making sure every detail came together exactly as it should. The result was an absolutely spectacular wedding for my daughter and new son in law. The compliments from our guests haven't stopped. They were blown away by the beauty, the attention to detail, and how seamlessly everything came together. But perhaps the greatest gift Mandi gave me was peace of mind. When the wedding day arrived, I didn't have to manage a hundred moving pieces. I got to simply be the mother of the bride, to be present, take it all in, and watch two people I love have the wedding we had all worked so hard to create. That was priceless. If you're on the fence about hiring a planner like I was, hire Mandi. She was worth every penny, and knowing what I know now, I would choose her again without hesitation. Thank you, Mandi, for helping us create a wedding that our daughter, son in law, and entire family will remember forever.

I got married in 2020, yes during the pandemic. Why? Well my dad's been battling cancer and so has…read moremy husbands step-father. It was the right thing to do because at the end of the year my husbands grandfather passed away, we are so fortunate that he made our wedding. With that said, planning a wedding is stressful. Planning a wedding during a pandemic is next level. Luckily, I had Emily from a sparkling event by my side every step of the way. Emily was literally a God send. From the minute I got engaged (before the pandemic) to planning all the details, Emily was there answering all my questions and handling tough things like discrepancies with vendors and making sure things got done in a timely manner. She was my go to when I was having a breakdown as so many crazy things happened during the planning process that I was going to write a memoir. But when the day came, and I looked all around me, it was worth it. I got to marry my husband knowing that all the blood sweat and tears Emily and I had endured was priceless and I am forever grateful for her support and her let's get it done attitude. I highly recommend a sparkling event for your next event whatever it may be, if they can weather the storm during 2020, they can definitely handle anything.

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I am still waiting on my photos to come back but I have a few to share! Let me just say this...if…read moreyou are thinking about Hiring Diane...DO...if you need a wedding planner hire Diane!!!! She is ABSOLUTE MAGIC!!!!! I live in los angeles so don't have the ability to know the vendors in Big Sur and she handled EVERYTHING!!!! Her recommendations were top notch and everyone gave us the wedding of our dreams! Truly we were all blown away and all of our guests said it was the best wedding they had ever been to! I will upload more photos as I get them! I don't have photos yet of the reception but it was everything!!! The food, the dj, the flowers, the drinks, the ceremony...all of it. She is an angel...a magical angel! Super reasonable, super attentive, super helpful! She only wanted us to have exactly what we wanted. I cannot recommend her more highly!!!!

I had almost the exact same experience as Olivia below. Our wedding was 1 week before Olivia's and…read morewe had almost an identical experience. I hate to leave a negative review as I knew Diane was dealing with some personal stuff, however, this is not the person you want ghosting you for months leading up to the event or cutting ties with you a week before the event. Also, I heard from an assistant of hers who said she would be taking over (we never knew Diane had an assistant) however when we emailed this assistant back, they never responded. We tried reaching out to Diane several times and eventually took matters in our own hands and organized our day assuming Diane would be nowhere to be found. Then 1 week before our wedding when everything was set, she began emailing our vendors (photographer, flowers, videographer, officiant, hair and makeup) and communicating a completely different timeline and old information that was wrong!?! She had not read our emails we copied her on for months and caused so much unnecessary headaches the week before our wedding bc we had to go back to each vendor and explain that Diane's information was old and dated and to stick with the timeline we had communicated. This is. Not what you want to be doing last minute. In the end, we all agreed to part ways. Our wedding turned out exactly as we wanted minus the Loss of the $750 for Paion that she suggested and minus the headaches and drama leading up to the event. I can say that she gave us a list of vendors which we paid for, however we did hours of our own research to find hair and makeup & photographer and deserts. The only vendors we used from her were our catering company, Catering Monterey- phenomenal btw - officiant, Soaring Starkey- HIGHLY RECOMMEND, and Big Sur flowers, they were pretty good and made a gorgeous bouquet but had some issues delivering the flowers to us the morning of and left them at Glen oaks reception instead of the house which was frustrating bc we were on a timeline and the reception is not close to the house. The worst part about this experience is that not only did things get so contested and we agreed to part ways 1 week before the event, she also listened to my vision and then booked us for Paion Estates which after talking to my photographer, Lynn Lewis (HIGHLY RECOMMEND) we realized that my vision would not happen at Paion. So we lost our $750 deposit for that location in order to take the wedding photos on the Rocky cliffs (north of glenoaks) which is all I explained I wanted from the beginning and showed very detailed images of my vision. Lynn Lewis, our photographer ended up putting together the day of timeline and making all our dreams for our elopement come true. her services include vendor referrals and timeline management. I'd you're having a small wedding, skip the coordinator all together and just go with Lynn. Lynn was the photographer we found on our own. I'd be happy to talk to any future bride about my experience. Drop me a message and I'll email you. Diane was a nice person and in the beginning I thought this would be great, but as time passed it was clear she's had other things going on and was not 100% committed or at least she wasn't with Olivia and myself.

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Mariah Green Events

(27 reviews)

Our favorite part about working with Mariah is her genuine and unwavering commitment to supporting…read morethe local community around Big Sur. This is undoubtedly the biggest advantage of working with her, as she has spent years cultivating authentic personal and business relationships with so many small business owners and vendors in the area. I share this detail not only to highlight how this will streamline your planning process but to assure you that your celebration will organically be infused with the down-to-earth, warm quality that draws so many of us to Big Sur--a feeling that can easily get lost in the pursuit of a Pinterest-perfect event. When I struggled to find local hair and makeup artists who had the experience and tools to accommodate me as a Black bride, Mariah didn't hesitate to connect me with contacts from her network so I could find a perfect match (Rhonda Johnson Bridal Makeup and Hair). When I was struggling to find a gluten-free cutting cake for our reception, she sent me the information for several local, family-owned gluten-free businesses (Nece's GF). When we were curious about working with a calligrapher, she connected us with her family friend Anna Bouchard. When we were exploring local options for a farewell brunch following the wedding, she personally introduced us to the owners of Alta Bakery and Cafe in Monterey. And the list goes on! She made sure that Mike, the owner of Big Sur Bakery, could meet with us during one of our scheduled in-person consults to discuss any questions or concerns we had ahead of our event. We got to learn more about the history of the restaurant or share what it meant to our relationship. She ordered us a copy of the restaurant's published cookbook to use as our guestbook; it is such a unique artifact that is both beautiful and functional (every time we open the book to use new recipes, we are greeted with all of the sweet notes from our loved ones). I know it's typical for people to warn couples that something WILL go wrong on their wedding day to manage their expectations, but we truly cannot think of a single thing that didn't go to plan during our celebration, thanks to the stellar coordinating done by Mariah. Our day was stress-free, joy-filled, and EASY. Beyond that, it was incredibly aesthetically gorgeous because all of the vendors were able to show up and bring their absolute best service due to all the coordination with Mariah behind the scenes. It was really important to us that we could trust that our vendors would create a vision of Big Sur that captured all of the elements things we love most about the environment without us having to be prescriptive or overly particular about how everything came together. The result completely exceeded our expectations and felt so authentic to us as a couple. Other notes: I live with both type 1 diabetes and celiac disease and Mariah went above and beyond to make sure that our food/drink menu could offer me options I'd be excited about. She built a wedding day timeline that explicitly called out structured meal times, which helped ensure that I ate three square meals and had stable blood sugars all day (she was always aware of where my purse with my diabetes supplies was throughout our event). Her coordination is inclusive, proactive, and kind-hearted. Like most 2020 wedding couples, we navigated multiple postponements, tying the knot a full two years past the initial date we scheduled with Mariah. She was incredibly communicative and transparent with us throughout this time and she operated with so much integrity, always honoring our original contract and giving us flexible options to customize her service hours, as we wanted to add additional consulting hours to our day-of-coordination package in the last few months leading up to the wedding. She was always responsive and articulated clear action items and points for follow-up each time we checked in. We never had to worry about loose ends or missing details since Mariah was so proactive and communicative about each step of the coordination process. She really did go above and beyond to make our day absolutely perfect.

If you are planning to get married in Carmel, Big Sur or really anywhere in Monterey County you are…read moredoing yourself a massive disservice not hiring Mariah! She is simply the best and we could not have had our wedding planning and day-of run so smoothly without her expert guidance. My wife has been friends with Mariah since middle school, and she knew she wanted Mariah to be involved in our wedding planning when we chose to get married in Carmel. Originally we hired Mariah as our month-of coordinator, but it quickly became apparent that we needed her expert help navigating everything about a year out. She soon became our official planner, and it was the best decision we made! She is incredibly organized, highly communicative and has a profound attention to detail. She really does think of everything! Given that she grew up in Big Sur she has tremendous knowledge of the local vendors, venues and just all around logistics of the central coast. Mariah is also a very calming person and worked just as much as a therapist for us as she did our planner. Even though she's juggling so much, you would never know. On our actual wedding day everything ran so seamlessly and she never seemed stressed or frazzled. I only wish I approached the planning process in the same manner. Hire Mariah for all your wedding coordination needs and you will be in the best hands!!

Coastside Couture - Ceremony clifftop in Big Sur

Coastside Couture

(38 reviews)

We had the pleasure of working with Coastside Couture for our wedding in Nov of 2022 and we are…read morestill reminiscing about the incredible day they helped us create. From the very beginning, their team was dedicated to understanding our vision and bringing it to life in ways that exceeded our expectations. They dug deep to get to know us and our families and words can't do them justice. One of the standout aspects of their amazing work was their recommendation and orchestration(no pun intended) for a band that matched and exceeded our hopes for a lit and epic dance floor. The energy and talent of the band they suggested turned our reception into an unforgettable celebration. Our guests are still talking about how much fun they had dancing the night away. The attention to detail and commitment to excellence from Heidi, Sonja, and Harley were evident in every aspect of our wedding. They managed to seamlessly blend elegance and fun, creating moments that reflected my husband and myself and will be memories we will literally never forget. Also I reflect now on how much stress they removed from our lives and I am eternally grateful. We have no idea all the ways they just allowed us to have fun in the process. We truly believe that our wedding was one of the best day of our lives, and much of that is thanks to the hard work and dedication of this dream team. If you are looking for a wedding planning company that will go above and beyond to make your day as special as possible, we highly recommend Coastside Couture. Their expertise, passion, and personal touch made our wedding day epic and unforgettable. Love them!!

Heidi, Sonja and Harley were great to work with for our wedding. We started working with Heidi 9…read moremonths before our wedding in Carmel Valley and she immediately started reserving/confirming vendors that we absolutely loved. She is experienced, and really knows the area and the best vendors to work with. She managed to reserve one highly in-demand vendor before we had even finalized our contract with her, anticipating that it would be the best option for us (which it was). That is how forward-thinking and proactive Heidi is - a true godsend for two people with busy schedules and very little time to plan a wedding. Without Heidi, our wedding would be an absolute shadow of the wonderful event that it turned out to be with her at the helm. We recommend Heidi for any event in and around Carmel, particularly for those individuals with tight schedules, busy lives or far reaching visions of what you want out of your event. She really focuses on personalizing your wedding day to reflect the couple's tastes and vision. Heidi and her incredible team will move heaven and earth to make sure that you have the event that you want. We hope that we will have many opportunities to work with Heidi and her team in the future. To Heidi and her team - thank you for everything.

Kate Ford Events - Bride and Groom at The Club at Pasadera- Shannon Cronin Photography

Kate Ford Events

(43 reviews)

When we got engaged, all my husband and I knew was that we wanted to have a wedding that felt like…read more"us," but we had no idea how to put that into words, let alone make the vision come to life. We knew we could plan a wedding on our own if we really had to, but that we'd be blind to the things that would make it a "wow" wedding and to be honest, we really wanted to enjoy being engaged and not have to worry about planning every single detail. We had several consultation calls with different planners, but Kaitlin stood out from the get-go as someone who is experienced, professional, and most importantly, has a skill for really listening and understanding what was important to us. Kaitlin took small pieces of what we said was important to us and made our vision come to life. We wanted a wedding that felt like an experience for our guests. We wanted them to feel relaxed, have great food and drinks, and be delighted by small surprises at every turn. Kaitlin had incredible ideas for unique vendors to bring in, from a live guitarist who fit our vibe perfectly to our own coffee truck service. She also knew how to respectfully encourage us to consider color choices or other decor that she knew would make the event feel more timeless and well-rounded. The entire weekend of our wedding, Kaitlin and our vendors were perfectly in sync. I never felt stressed over details or timing at any given point. They were attentive, caring, and incredible detail-oriented. My husband and I had the best year planning our wedding with Kaitlin. We're so grateful that our vision came to life and we'll be forever reminiscing on our perfect day. If you are looking for a planner who will be a partner with you in creating the wedding of your dreams, cares deeply about you and your loved ones, and can create an experience that wows your guests, look no further than Kaitlin!

If you're on the fence about hiring a wedding planner, let me save you some time--do it, and make…read moresure it's Kate! My husband and I came to her with nothing but a venue and a vague idea of what we wanted our autumn beach wedding to look like, and she took that and turned it into one of the most magical days of our lives. From the very beginning, Kate was an absolute dream to work with. She is incredibly knowledgeable about all the local vendors and made the entire design process easy and fun. My husband and I were pretty clueless when it came to wedding planning, but Kate knew the answers to everything--even the things we didn't know we didn't know! Her expertise gave us confidence every step of the way. Kate is also beyond organized. She handled everything--from RSVPs and seating charts to coordinating vendor cleanup--so that on the day of the wedding, we didn't have to worry about a single thing. She ran the entire show behind the scenes, allowing us to be fully present and soak in every moment of our special day. And let's talk about Kate's personality--she was the calming force we didn't even know we needed. As the wedding day got closer and stress levels started rising, she remained completely unflappable. No matter what unexpected twists came up, Kate handled them with confidence and ease. She was also incredibly thoughtful, truly taking the time to get to know us as a couple, which made our wedding feel even more personal and special. Looking back, my husband and I both agree that hiring Kate was, without a doubt, the most important investment we made in our wedding. If you want a wedding planner who is knowledgeable, organized, and an absolute joy to work with, Kate is the one. I would recommend her to absolutely anyone!

Coastal Classy Events & Design - We love creating flower arrangements that fit your unique style

Coastal Classy Events & Design

(7 reviews)

Cheri is truly a star. She is so amazing at what she does. Getting to work with her was one of the…read morebest parts of our wedding. I am from CA but was living in NC so I was planning our wedding long-distance. Even from afar, Cheri made the process so fun and easy on us and was always there to answer my (many many) questions- even at 5am or 11pm. She is so detail oriented and kept me on track with planning. She also has an amazing eye for decor. As a Type A bride, I loved being part of the planning process, but I also felt like I could trust Cheri's judgement 100% and she never led me wrong. She also took care of things before I could even think of them. She is truly so sweet and made all my craziest ideas possible. Now for FLOWERS- not only did Cheri do the planning and rentals, her and her team also did my flowers. I was so blown away- they were exactly what I was dreaming of. Her team captured the inspiration pictures perfectly. Cheri went so far above and beyond in every way, especially the little things. On the morning of the wedding, I woke up with a cold and Cheri brought me a hot tea from Starbucks. One of our guests left their phone on a shuttle, the next day Cheri drove an hour to pick it up. Working with Cheri was a dream and I wish I could do it all over again.

My now-husband and I chose to work with Cheri and Meghan at Coastal Classy Events & Design after…read moreour first wedding coordinator left us feeling worried that things were slipping through the cracks. Upon meeting with Cheri and Meghan in order to get to know them and to discuss our plans for -- and anxiety about -- our wedding, we quickly felt at peace and knew that we would be in great hands with them. In the approximately six months leading up to our wedding, and especially in the final few weeks, Cheri and Meghan frequently went above and beyond to help make our wedding dreams a reality. We selected Coastal Classy's "Color By Number" / "Day-of-Event Management Plus" package. In the months leading up to our wedding Cheri and Meghan helped us to navigate the process of selecting vendors and finalizing contracts; having them look over the fine print and to begin to interface with the vendors on our behalf was very helpful. In addition they listened to our aesthetic requests and helped us to develop and implement decor that met our needs and, for the most part, our budget. Overall our experience with Cheri and Meghan was excellent. They certainly helped to keep us on track in the final weeks leading up to our wedding weekend, and their day-of coordination and assistance was second-to-none. As we're sure always happens, there were some minor, unforeseen hiccups on the day of our wedding, but Cheri, Meghan, and their staff were rockstars, easily smoothing over the bumps in the road (to the point that we were mostly unaware of any of these behind-the-scenes happenings until after the event). We could not have had as gorgeous and successful of a wedding as we did without Cheri and Meghan; they made us feel like princes, and we will always hold a special place in our hearts for them for all the beautiful memories they helped us to create! If you want to have the wedding of your dreams in Monterey, and have fun with two wonderful planners & human beings along the path of planning, we strongly suggest working with Cheri and Meghan and the rest of the Coastal Classy Events & Design team! Sam L. & Timmy F.

Carmel Weddings - North Monastery Beach Wedding P.C. Meg's Marvels Photography

Carmel Weddings

(25 reviews)

We had a fantastic wedding at the beach thanks to Kathie. We originally wanted to have something…read moresmall for around 39 people and gad no idea how to organize it. We left a message and I got a call back from Kathie the next day. She was very informative and took a lot if weight out of our shoulders. She took care of the ceremony at the beach and pointed us in the right direction by recommending places for the reception. We organized everything two months prior and by doing it pretty last minute everything came out awesome. Nobody can predict the weather two months in advance and we were blessed that it was a beautiful day at the beach. We think that what we paid was very reasonable and we received a great service from carmel weddings. We are glad that we choose them and that they were part of a this very special event in out life. We will never forget it. I will let the pictures do the talking now. Thank you very much for being so accommodating to my wife's color choices, for improvising a beautiful exit song we forgot to choose and for everything else! Pablo & Mimi

I just got married 4/2/18 and used Carmel Weddings for my elopement ceremony. I left a message and…read moreKathee returned my call the next day. She ok'd my date and said they could make all the arrangements. I read the reviews on here after I sent the deposit and was a little worried. But I wondered to myself if it was just the brides nerves causing them to feel anxious. I was in touch with her a few times before my ceremony. About 2 weeks before she called because she was tying up the final arrangements. I hired my own photographer because I found someone I really wanted. We had an amazing wedding. We loved our minister and I loved my flowers! I received 2 official copies of my marriage license from the county one week after it was mailed in. Kathee arranged for a notary to issue the license. Everything was great and exactly what I wanted.

Every Last Detail

Every Last Detail

(68 reviews)

When we first looked at planning our wedding we were overwhelmed. There were so many different…read moreelements to think about from flowers to table linens, dessert, music and more details. We didn't know where to start and to be honest neither of us really enjoy throwing parties or events so we didn't see how any of this could be fun. We figured we would look at hiring a wedding planner. Every Last Detail came highly recommended, so we decided to give her a call and at that moment everything changed and it was for the better. Patty comes with years of experience, and she knows a lot of great vendors and has so much knowledge when it comes to weddings. She was able to help us find our photographer, florist, DJ, and everything else we wanted to create our perfect day. She gave us options of different vendors in our budget that she knew were available on our wedding date, which helped save so much time. She kept us on track with the timeline, which helped reduce a lot of stress, as well as making sure we were on budget and enjoying the entire process along the way. She also offered advice when we asked for it but never made decisions for us and never gave her opinion on any decisions without us asking first. The day of our reception Patty and her assistant Carol made sure neither of us nor any of our family members had to lift a finger and took care of everything. They helped to make sure everything was set up from linens to flowers and the lighting as well and even packed up the gifts and all our belongings into the car at the end of the night making sure nothing was left behind. Their level of detail is impeccable. For example, they seamlessly snuck us away from our guests so we could have our grand entrance introducing us as a married couple for the first time. We had decided to join our cocktail hour and naturally neither of us ate a bite because we were so busy talking to guests as they arrived. Carol very nicely told us that her and Patty had set some food aside for us in the backroom. We were able to sit, eat and have a moment together. But we didn't realize they orchestrated this so we could magically appear when our names were announced for the first time as a married couple. Not only is Patty super detailed, a real expert party planner but she's also a joy to work with. She's professional while also being very down-to-earth and handles stressful events with ease and is easy to talk to. She advocates for her clients to make sure they have the best day and have things exactly as they planned. We really felt like hiring her was the best decision we made. We're extremely grateful to her and cannot recommend her enough!

Patty and Carol are the real deal. - If you are debating on getting a wedding planner then you most…read morelikely need one. I am so grateful that Patty was recommended to me, I have no idea what I would have done without her. If you have no experience planning a wedding, then Patty is a great option. She will go above and beyond. She helped me with EVERYTHING. We had so many phone calls about planning, venders, timelines, you name it. We got married at the Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa, Patty got our marriage insurance (didn't know that was a thing) and every detail was done to my exact wishes; our rooms, a get-ready room, timeline. She helped me find and book my venders; makeup, hair, live music. She knew about the area restrictions and completely managed all my venders. She made the best timelines I have ever seen in my life, had everything to a tee with wiggle room in case things did not go according to plan (which they rarely do). She even helped my officiant (who was our best friend) with his ceremony timeline and speech. Patty took care of everything, even when I had vender drama, she took care of it without me having to deal with it at all. And she even ran to our room when our ring bearer forget our rings! Day of, Patty has her assistant Carol which is more than a bonus. Both Patty and Carol are adored by me and my family. Truly were like my own family, even helped me put my shoes on. There are no perfect words to describe how truly grateful I am for having them at my wedding. Best decision I have ever made. 10/10 would hire them again.

Mission Ranch - Outside on the patio (with candles and heat lamps)

Mission Ranch

(1.3k reviews)

$$$

I wish I could rate front of house and our food/server separately for this review, because it would…read morebe two completely different ratings. Starting with everything positive, which was the majority of our experience: this is one of the most stunningly beautiful restaurants I have ever seen in my life. I wish we had gotten here earlier before our reservation to walk down and say hi to the sheep and take pictures with the meadow, because it is a beautiful and extremely well taken care of piece of land. Our reservation was outdoors and during sunset, which was stunning. All of our food was absolutely delicious. The relish tray was nice and fresh to start, the jidori chicken was perfectly cooked and super flavorful, and the salad was huge and packed full of fresh ingredients. And be sure to save room for dessert, ordering the house made ice cream is a MUST! Special shout out to our server here as well, I forgot to write down his name, but he was extremely helpful in making recommendations not just about food, but also on itinerary recommendations for our trip. The negative to our experience here and only reason I am taking off a star for this rating is that we had a rough time getting checked in for our reservation. It was rather hard to make your way up to the host stand, and I was bumped by several staff members who were grabbing menus, etc. without realizing they were behind me. The front of house did not have our reservation marked as outdoors, and we mentioned that we were happy to wait until an outdoor table opened up since that was our preference to eat outside. Soon after checking in, we were seated at a table on the patio, but some unkind remarks were made about how us being placed there would make other patrons unhappy because now they would have to wait. Overall a good experience but a bit of whiplash between front and back of house. Did not ruin our night though as the food and service team were so great! Reservations are also a must, you can log in early AM online to reserve ahead.

This review is for the restaurant, bar and unfortunately the treatment of just one person who…read morealmost ruined the evening. I really hope whoever represents Mr. Eastwood and The Mission reads this and addresses it appropriately. We didn't have reservations, we had read the reviews and knew the food was good. We got there in the middle of the week, it was busy. We were greeted by one of the hostesses, super nice and were told the wait was 45 minutes. No problem, the bar was open and we sat to grab a few drinks. The bar staff, AWESOME and funny. This is when we met the lady of the house, the woman who I would describe as the lead hostesses. 5-5, skinny, sharp facial features, very pale and the attitude to match. She greeted several people who just walked in ( we had been waiting 20 minutes already), local patrons. She immediately ORDERED the front wait staff to sit 2 parties of 4, they got moved to the front of the line.She did not make contact with us, the simple people, she actually smirked when she looked in our direction. This is when I noticed the shift in attitude from the wait staff. Prior to her arrival, they were happily working smiling and joking with each other. She walked in and it's like Cruella had arrived . She disappeared back in the food preparation area and came back out and again, she took 2 parties ahead of us and seated them personally. They did not have reservations ( I overheard the conversation) . We didn't mind the wait, it was the attitude. When we finally were seated, the staff was " Johnny on the spot" with thier service and attitude. The food,off the hook. I had steak, done just right, buttery. She had fish cooked to perfection. When the waiter heard we were celebrating our anniversary, they brought a nice dessert, free. I watched in interest Cruella maneuver around the restaurant , I watched how the staff reacted around her and how she treated guests. Mission Ranch, if you are losing employees regularly, this person might be the cause of that. I don't want to play the race card but I will say this, those of us that were not a " Billy" or a " Buffy" were treated differently.

Carmel Fields by Wedgewood Weddings - venues - Updated October 2026

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