Our ceremony was yesterday and today I'm just so overcome with joy that I had to write my review. I…read moreloved the small ceremony we were able to pull off at this BEAUTIFUL venue. The staff is amazing and actually did a great job of helping me feel calm right before my ceremony. I wish I could give them a 25.star rating. It was just absolutely amazing. We have a go-to photographer of our own, but really wanted a secular ceremony without all of the fuss. I didn't have to worry about a thing. Tell your guests where to go, when to show up, and they do the rest! You just get to show up and look pretty. Everyone was great about contacting us and they were able to play my music of choice at a reasonable volume. The ceremony was beautiful, the officiant was great, and the event host made everything run beautifully. My husband and I are so happy we found The Vow Exchange. It made the day virtually stress free!

Just got married at their sight in Liberty. My now wife and I were very happy and impressed with…read morethe venue, flowers l and everyone. Thank you sooo much.

Very helpful staff and clean Parking is a little tricky but…read moreable to park...............

Loved VIP!! This place is perfect for a smaller wedding! All the decor they have you can use. They…read morehave a staff that will help you on the day of and Margot the planner works with you on all the details. The location is great, right down from downtown Parkville. There's a wrap around deck and it's decorated every season. Check this place out if you need a venue! Also ask for a military or veteran discount.

Pretty space with evening views to die for. I have attended two wedding here. Terrific atmosphere,…read morestellar service and the most delicious food and baked goods. This place has a balcony in the event space just for throwing the bouquet! Lovely place!

Came here on a blustery March day for a business meeting. One of the other party we were meeting…read morewith had made the arrangements, so I was only an attendee. The place was nice, comfortable and the staff that I briefly interacted with were both pleasant and professional. All the requests that I new of were promptly and politely taken care of. So, for a participant, I enjoyed it. Also, they had drinks and snacks which were all top notch. Finally, we had a catered lunch. It was a solid meal. Not great, but probably top notch for what I would expect a catered hotel meal to be like. If you are looking for fine dining, you're in the wrong category. For an event space, it hit the mark.

Small chapel and large reception hall. I officiated a small wedding there and was impressed.read more

Definitely recommend!!! I'm so glad we got married here and not some huge corporate space. Every…read moredetail was thought out and they made our wedding day an unforgettable experience. From the moment we stepped through the doors, we knew we had found the perfect venue. The chapel's absolutely charming, and perfect for photos. The coordinator at Little Shawnee Chapel was an absolute gem. From the initial planning stages to the big day itself, they were incredibly helpful and attentive to every detail, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. It was amazing as it allowed my wife to relax and enjoy every moment with her family who flew in. The chapel itself is timeless. It's super well lit, yet cozy. It provided the perfect backdrop for our ceremony, creating an intimate and romantic ambiance that our guests loved. PLUS, the neighboring space allowed extra room for our guests to grab refreshments before and after the ceremony, which other smaller venues in town definitely didn't offer. We can't thank everyone enough for making our wedding day truly special. If you're looking for a venue with charm, character, and exceptional service, look no further than Little Shawnee Chapel. Highly recommended!!!

We have had the best experience with sugar and spice catering. They provided our wedding cakes for…read moreour wedding and did a fabulous job. We decided to do small individual cakes for each table, and they delivered a delicious and elegant cake. Fast forward to a year later, we just picked up our anniversary cake, which is as fabulous and tasty as a year ago. I would highly recommend them for your wedding cake and catering needs.

The other reviews on this thread are quite old and this business deserves better on this platform…read more Google reviews are much different and more up to date so wanted to add a review here to boost their rating. My family has been using Sugar and Spice for our cake needs since 1987. They have done our wedding cakes, to our birthday cakes, to our children's birthday cakes, Easter cakes, you name it. Their cake is SO GOOD, seriously THE BEST. I've never had an order go wrong and they are simply kind to work with. Highly recommend this little shop in Parkville.

Hello! I would like to be transparent and say that I did not end up using Brandi all the way to…read morecompletion, but I will say that from our first call we connected and I can tell that she is a really good hearted person that means what she says. I am in California, so not super close to her (haha) but she assured me that it wouldn't be an issue. I needed some help for my husband's 50th birthday party. I have 3 year old twins so I wasn't sure how much I was going to be able to do on my own. She immediately sent me ideas for a theme on his birthday and discussed finding venues. I also started going to work looking at venues because I was nervous she wouldn't really know the area out here. I ended up finding a few and she called on them immediately. She booked me a tour of two of the venues I wanted. I ended up picking one quickly and she immediately put down the deposit for it. At the same time as she and her team were working on my event, i was working on it too coincidentally. I guess I had more time than I thought I did! I ended up really enjoying the process of researching vendors, reaching out to them and then when it came to booking them, I would kick them back over to Brandi. That's when things got a little slow and I jumped on them. She did let me know that she's not slow, I'm just really fast lol... I guess what I was really in the search for was a day of coordinator because I LOVE doing the planning (I hadn't realized that before though). I asked to cancel the contract for the reason that I was really just doing it all myself. No testament against her! She did have files and files of things she was working on for me. I just am a rush rush get things done now kind of person. She has a good heart and will make events beautiful I'm sure! Very willing to work with the client as you can see from below!

My mom used this company for previous parties and such. She recommended them for my wedding…read morecoordination. We put a deposit of $750 in June of 2024 for a wedding that we are having in October of 2025 just so we could hold the date with out committing with any sort of contract. We did not sign any sort of contract though out this whole process. After a week later, my fiancé and I decided to have a family member handle the coordination because they offered. We then reached out to the company for a refund since it was over a year in advance and we didn't sign any sort of contract. We were initially denied a refund completely, but after a dozen of ghosted emails, we were finally told by Brandi that she would only refund $500 of the initial $750, even though she did not lift a finger. As of January 2025, we still haven't even received the $500 that was promised. Completely shady and unprofessional business practices. I will make sure to let all of my relatives, friends, etc know that they should avoid this company to keep their money safe.

Warning: LONG review. I truly cannot say enough good things!…read more Michael did a wonderful job coordinating, planning and DJing my April 2014 wedding reception. Yes, he played music, but even more, he performed the role as our reception coordinator. Like many brides, I originally thought that I needed to hire someone who could just play music. After seeing many positive reviews of Michael's services online, my fiance' Justin and I met with him in person. During our meeting, we realized that Michael was the real deal and that we needed to work with him. Michael explained how he would do much more than just play music -- he would help with planning the reception events with us, he would routinely meet with us throughout the whole planning process, he'd make sure the flow of the entire event made sense, etc. And he did exactly that! We Skyped with Michael on one occasion and also met in person on a few occasions. We also met at our reception site with Michael so he could plan out the event details, the location of the grand entrance, etc. Throughout our planning, Michael also was very prompt to respond via email whenever I reached out with questions, ideas and concerns. Michael told us time and time again that our job as the couple was to just enjoy our reception; his job was to make sure that it ran smoothly. And Michael kept that promise. Justin and I danced, mingled, enjoyed our food, and had a wonderful time at our reception. We never had any question about what's next, where do we go, aren't we supposed to cut the cake at some point? When we needed to perform a specific task at our reception, Michael found us and briefly gave us a reminder. On the music side of things, our dance floor was crowded the entire night. Of course as the bride and groom, we were busy talking with so many people, so we were not on the dance floor too much. Following up with one of the bridesmaids next day, she said, "I was on the dance floor the whole night!" Michael's planning and organization services combined with his DJ expertise was worth every penny. I would absolutely recommend him to any bride and groom looking for a DJ -- and then some. We will forever be grateful for the contribution he made and the hard work he put in on our very special day.

From the owner: We provide elegance and excitement for your wedding day! No stress, no worries. Just happiness…read moreand fun as we DJ, MC, and coordinate your celebration.

I attended a relative's 50th birthday celebration recently & had the pleasure of going to Twice The…read moreMagic for the event. This venue is a small, quaint space in Riverside which happens to be best suited for smaller gatherings. It accommodates around 72 people comfortably & comes equipped with a tiny serving area. The owner is a phenomenal interior designer & everything was beautiful. If you're hosting a small party or family affair I would recommend considering Twice The Magic...it just might be!

From the owner: At Twice The Magic Events, our goal is to create one of a kind events that you and your guests…read morewon't forget. We offer full service event planning. We plan your event from start to finish. Whether you already have a theme in mind or need help deciding, we handle it all. We also rent out our venue space. Which can include decorations and top vendor selections.

Sarah did a great job organizing my daughter's wedding. She was present at all important times,…read moremaking sure the wedding and reception came off without a hitch. I recommend her highly.

From the owner: Iconic | Innovative | Awe Inspiring Event Planning and…read moreEvent Design If you crave original, enthralling, iconic moments that your guests will remember for a lifetime, you need Quintessential Events. For nearly a decade, whether it’s via our event design or bespoke planning, our energetic can-do attitude has made the impossible possible and our clients' wildest dreams a beautiful reality. Our insider knowledge is unmatched, and our reputation precedes us. Ask Kansas City’s top venues, vendors, and planners, and you’ll find our name is synonymous with elegance, edge, attention to detail, and intuitive service. As a powerhouse production company that executes events of all sizes, our bespoke strategic planning sessions keep you informed and inspired every step of the way. We have access to best-in-class resources and an esteemed team of the most innovative and artistic minds ready to make magic happen. No copy paste here. Let's create cool shit!

Great bartenders. Always busy but always efficient! Drinks are real and modestly priced. Clean,…read moreolder building in Downtown Old Parkville.

In a town surprisingly lacking in drinking options, this American Legion serves as the de facto…read moreneighborhood watering hole and proudly advertises itself as open to the general public. (Though most Legion bars are.) The bar is in the bar back, in a separate room behind the meeting all, but it's also accessible directly from a side entrance. (Back behind the far right end of the American Flag painted on the side of the building.) Because this is technically a private club it is exempt from the Parkville smoking ordinance -- assuming they haven't changed the ordinance since my last visit. Like any true neighborhood dive it's a very friendly and welcoming place. The menu looks tasty but I haven't tried the food yet. The bar is open 7 days a week. Breakfast is served on Sunday mornings, and various food and drink specials rotate throughout the week. There's also a bingo night, an open mic night, and other entertainment.