I have type-A tendencies with limited time for execution. I was overwhelmed by how many little…read morethings are involved in a wedding, how much coordination is needed between vendors and for timing and execution. I knew if not left in the hands of the right coordinator, I would obsesses and stress. I needed a vendor I could trust to handle EVERYTHING the day of and the weeks leading up. When I tell you I worried about nothing, I mean nothing. I hired Coastside for the final weeks and day-of coordination. I was nervous whether all the moving parts would come together. When those final weeks hit, she emerged like Mariah Carey the day after Thanksgiving and took over everything! It was as a sight to behold. She ran a cadre of vendors graceful as a symphony conductor. She thought of everything and missed nothing. Last minute decor adjustments, keeping me fed, my husband on time, running for the missing wedding ring. It was a pleasure to have her as part of the process and the day. Her level of attention to detail usually comes with a rigid type-A personality. But her management and people skills are as exceptional as her coordination. She was a delight to work with and have with us throughout our special day. People were genuinely shocked at how relaxed I was in the lead up (I'm not the relaxed kind). That was ALL Kelsey.

Kelsey was hands-down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From building out our full…read moreday-of timeline to wrangling vendor logistics, transportation, and last-minute changes, she kept everything (and us) calm and on track. She had so much knowledge and expertise to offer, and we felt so supported in the month leading up into and on our actual wedding day. We cannot recommend Kelsey and Coastside Weddings & Events enough to any couple planning a wedding in the Half Moon Bay area!

We had our intimate Sunday wedding at Maverick's House, and it was the perfect affordable venue for…read moreour 65 guests! Venue: We held the ceremony and cocktail hour outside and the reception indoors. Guests loved the deck and waterfront views. It was a bit windy at first, but the deck blocked most of it. Our 3:45 PM May ceremony was shady, so I wouldn't recommend fans or parasols for the main lawn. There's also another ceremony area beyond the trees that looked sunnier, we used that area to take family formals. We had 7 tables inside, but it definitely can fit at least 8, though a few tables must be broken down for the dance floor. We used that space for younger guests, which worked fine. One of the biggest perks was the in-house catering and many inclusions, which made planning much easier. Not having to coordinate multiple vendors kept everything streamlined. From our first tour, Crystal and Lisa were wonderful. Crystal was especially helpful and was basically our wedding planner/day of coordinator. On the wedding day, she and the team even helped set up our DIY décor, which we really appreciated. We brought everything from SF, and they were very accommodating. The venue also has great coastal décor that fit our theme perfectly. Food: The complimentary tasting was fun! Trying the food, drinks, and picking linens made it feel more real. We didn't love the passed appetizers served that day, so we chose different menu items. Guests especially liked the clam chowder, mahi mahi, pesto penne, and hibiscus margarita! The tri-tip was a bit tough, but likely because of us pushing dinner to start a bit later. We also added stationed appetizers for cocktail hour and late-night flatbread. I'd suggest placing the flatbread on the deck instead of near the dance floor so guests can enjoy it more easily. DJ: We loved how connected the deck and reception space felt--you could step outside for a drink, still hear the music, and easily return to the dance floor. We chose Mark Addington from the venue's approved DJ list, and he was fantastic. He kept everything running smoothly and brought great energy to the celebration. Culture & Entertainment: We wanted to include a tea ceremony and lion dancing, and Maverick's House made both easy. The upstairs bridal suite was a peaceful setting for our tea ceremony, and the outdoor space worked perfectly for the lion dance. We were the first couple to have lion dancing at the venue, and we appreciated being able to do that. We're so grateful we chose Maverick's House and couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate our wedding!

Stunning spot. The Pacific isn't just a backdrop--at Mavericks House, it's part of the whole…read moreexperience. Attended a founder/leader dinner here: patio heaters worked overtime so the conversation could keep flowing long after sunset (crucial--even in August, Half Moon Bay loves a chill). Inside, the place is clean, spacious, and well set up for groups that actually want to connect. No cheesy banquet hall vibes. Staff was on-point but never hovering. Bottom line: If you want a space where smart people can gather and the ocean energy does half the work for you, Mavericks House delivers. Worth booking if you care about atmosphere and want your event to feel memorable, not staged.

Friendly Pony Parties was an absolute highlight of our school's End-of-Year Carnival! Their team…read morewas professional, communicative, timely, and incredibly friendly. They brought a variety of animals including baby bunnies, goats, a piglet, ducks, and chickens and the kids were obsessed! Students were smiling ear to ear the entire time! Their staff did an amazing job creating a fun, safe, and engaging experience for our school community. You can tell they genuinely care about what they do and about making events special. We are so grateful they were part of our carnival and would absolutely recommend Friendly Pony Parties for school events, parties, and family gatherings. We would happily book them again in the future!

Communication was very poor and unprofessional. I reached out via email with my event details. They…read morerespond back with price only and no confirmation of the date is available. I ask for confirmation - no response. I follow up with a call and text. They respond back letting me know they are tied up with something and will respond within a few days. I receive no response - no email or text. Follow up again with calls and texts. Finally they respond indicating they are tied up with personal matters and that my date was already booked. At this point I had wasted 2 weeks with them only to be told it's not available. They strung me along when they could have been more professional from the beginning and telling me they don't have any availability so I can look elsewhere for my event. Overall very unprofessional experience with them.

Another of those super interesting hidden mansions that not many know about unless they have been…read moreat some sort of party, wedding, or going to school...there! Yes, school, because the building is also a catholic private only girls school with their sports facilities (swimming pool, etc) in campus. The mansion is Tudor style from 1910, if someone had shown me a picture and not tell about the location I would have think it was somewhere in the United Kingdom and someone was waiting for me to get a tea time! The doors were fully open when we visited on Saturday. I did not go there for any particular reason, just browsing 'interesting places nearby' and boom! fantastic surprised. A wedding was taking place at 5 pm and the staff doing flower arrangements and organizing the venue for the attendees let me browse and check everything. Not my type of venue for a wedding as I got more the 'spooky house' feeling from it, but definitively for some classic concert (I read they do that) and costume parties, etc. The gardens are not huge but really nicely tended and there is a labyrinth and roses of several types. A virgin Mary statue give a 'convent-esque' allure to the garden. You can also see the airplanes flying towards the airport and a view of the bay from far away. Very peaceful place. Need to read what happened to the Kohls...they only lived there for 2 years.

Attended a company christmas party event. Plenty of parking available and valet parking is…read moreavailable. Issue is the availability of male restrooms as only less than a handful of stalls. My male colleagues were in agony while waiting. Main area is spacious. Has a very antique feel. Don't think it be a great place for joyous occasions as this place has a deep violent history and dark atmosphere for night events.

I was set to surprising my friend for her birthday and I thought a picnic would be a wonderful…read moreidea! However, I do know the struggles of setting up an entire picnic on your own (I did it two years ago for her birthday) and all the stress associated with it. Our picnic and Co made it so EASY and it was so beautiful! I scheduled it for 11:00 (the set up was ready by 9:45 as I had asked if I could drop food off) and it was held at Lindley Meadow in Golden Gate Park. I didn't end up leaving any of my food/items at the picnic place (as I had to leave to pick up my friend to surprise her!) as the picnic was unattended - and you know ever know with this city - so I ended up taking my things back with me to the car. My friend loved the set up - and so did so many strangers!! We got so many compliments on the set up that someone passing by told us that she should take a photo for us and she did! 10/10 amazing! I loved it. Our Picnic was so easy to work with and created an amazing experience - stress free!

I wanted to surprise my wife for our first wedding anniversary, and I knew how much she had always…read moredreamed of a fancy picnic in San Francisco. From the very beginning, Gina was fantastic--warm, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. She provided plenty of options and was open to my ideas, making the entire experience effortless. On the day of the picnic, she sent me a drop pin an hour before, and when we arrived, my wife was nearly in tears! She was absolutely blown away, and we even got so many compliments from people passing by. Gina, you truly outdid yourself--every little detail was perfect! My wife couldn't stop raving about how it was everything she had ever wished for. Thank you for making our first anniversary so unforgettable!

They have so many options for different ages. Very responsive and accommodating. Punctual in the…read moresetup. I will keep renting from them.

We hired BQ Soft Play for my son's 1st birthday and it was a hit! From the start, BQ Soft Play was…read morecommunicative, responsive, and accommodating to our requests. They worked with me to provide dimensions so I could ensure the rentals would fit well in our backyard. We rented the small jumper and ball pit and the kid's absolutely loved playing in both!!! The parents were relieved to have their kids play in a safe space and it was a great way to keep them entertained for hours. I highly recommend BQ Soft Play for any of your rental needs as they did an excellent job making our son's 1st birthday a success!

After hearing so many recommendations from our vendors, and reading his website, we were thrilled…read morethat Rev. Raymond Teague was available to be our wedding officiant earlier this month at the Mavericks Event Center in Half Moon Bay. Raymond definitely has a special gift for connecting with people, for listening, and observing, and that gift shines through in his writing and his speech. We never dreamed that our ceremony could be so perfect, and so well-suited to us, and we attribute it wholly to Raymond's careful attention to detail, thoughtful suggestions, and gentle guidance.

Our wedding venue was at the Oceano Hotel and we were looking for an officiant in the Half Moon Bay…read moreArea. We came across Rev. Raymond Teague through yelp and read all the wonderful reviews. I decided to contact him among the many other officiants in the area, and during our consultation we knew he was our officiant. He listened to what we wanted to incorporate in our wedding, and he also gave us some ideas. He was very prompt in writing the ceremony draft and revising. Our guests loved every part of the ceremony. We highly recommend Rev. Raymond Teague. He made our wedding beautiful and unforgettable!

We truly cannot say enough wonderful things about our wedding coordinator. We got married at Long…read moreBranch Farms in Half Moon Bay. From the very first conversation to the final send-off, they were organized, calm, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect. Every detail was handled with care, professionalism, and so much heart--it allowed us to fully relax and enjoy every moment. When things needed adjusting (a rain plan), they handled it seamlessly and without stress. Our day flowed beautifully because of their planning, communication, and behind-the-scenes magic. If you're looking for someone who will treat your wedding like it's their own, look no further. We are beyond grateful

We hired Ambrini events for our wedding in April 2025 at Long Branch Saloon and Farms. I was not…read moresure what to expect from a wedding coordinator, but I continued to be pleasantly surprised each time we checked in. We only had six months to plan our wedding, so some of our vendors got booked later than would be recommended. I also had to make some last-minute changes, and Brianne and Ashley handled everything smoothly, efficiently, and professionally. They are a well oiled machine and were also just so fun to work with. They facilitated our rehearsal the night before the wedding, and I gave them many creative liberties with our decorations, as that is not an area of strength for me. They did such an amazing job and everything looked beautiful. We received so many compliments from our guests about not only the decor and flow of the day, but also their interactions with Brianne and Ashley. My wedding day was truly one of the best days of my life, and most of the credit goes to Ambrini Events. Thank you both!

I hired Andrea for my 4 year old's birthday party. Andrea is amazing. She was so easy to work with…read morebecause she is very responsive, answers all hours of the day. She is very hard working and attentive to all the details. You can tell she genuinely loves doing this by all the extra little things she does. She is very organized and sends gentle reminders for things you need to do to keep things on time. Party was fantastic and super smooth with her coordination, which was wonderful since I got to enjoy the party instead of running around myself. Would definitely hire again.

This past weekend, we collaborated on a birthday party in Redwood City. From the first phone call…read moreto the final goodbye, Andrea has been one of the kindest people we have ever worked with. She makes you feel like you have known her for years. Clear and concise with what she wants, prompt responses, and a whole lot of fun. But after seeing her the event come to life, it was like we were transported into another universe. She has vision and drive. Hopefully this will not be the last time we work together!

Sonali was great to work with. Very detailed oriented and helped me figure out what color schemes…read morefor my daughter's graduation party. She is very professional as well as personable. I really enjoyed working with her. She delivered as stated on her contract. I didn't have any problem with her services whatsoever. I appreciate her being patient dealing with staff members at the hall we rented. They were not as flexible with timing, but at the end all worked out well. Many of my guests walked into the hall and complimented how beautiful the placed was decorated. One even stated, 'It's very well balance. The colors are just right, not over the top but very nicely done!" Many loved how well the hall was setup. Had lots of compliments day of party. I will definitely work with Sonali again if ever needed. She did so well, one of my guest is talking to her about a party in November. Thanks for great work Sonali & staff. I would highly recommend this company for your event. She can really help give you ideas if you are not sure where to begin!

Sonali did a great job for my baby shower event. She was very easy to work with and always provided…read moregreat input. She put my vision into reality and I'm so glad I went with her. I will use her for more events in future.