I agree that 5 stars is not enough! These guys knocked it out of the park! We had a combo birthday…read moreand anniversary celebration which required 2 days of setup. The setup crew were on point and no issue was too big...they got very creative and even had the table saw working. The event itself was remarkable. Everyone and and everything was perfect. We basically utilized all of there service offerings from food stations, private bar, canopy, decor, staff, etc... everything was classy and matched our vision/theme perfectly. The food and drinks were well above par and I can't say enough about the staff and how hard they worked. We are definitely using this group again in the future! Well done and Mahalo!! The McGill Clan

I can't say enough good things about Jordan and his team at 1311. We worked with 1311 to plan our…read morewedding celebration, and I can't imagine how it would have gone if I didn't. Jordan was so easy to talk to, listened to all of our needs, and put a plan together to make it happen. He guided us through everything from the venue space, to the catering, to the day of coordination. We had the event this past weekend, and it went perfectly! The food was incredible, every part of the coordination went off perfectly, and our guests were thrilled! If you are planning any kind of event, you NEED to contact 1311 events. They're the best, and I highly recommend them!!

Lena Teboul is the definition of exceptional. She is thorough, thoughtful, and resourceful. Her eye…read morefor style and use of design inspiration are excellent. And, her connections and understanding of people are well-suited for her profession. Without a doubt though, her standout strengths are her tenacity, assertiveness, and client-oriented advocacy. We hired Moana Belle and started planning an elaborate destination wedding nine months before the COVID-19 crisis. We selected a place with special meaning to us, and proceeded to invest time and money as we worked with Lena to carefully curate a once-in-a-lifetime experience for 64 of our friends and family. Throughout that time, Lena and Moana Belle were great. They understood our style and priorities. Their planning and personalized recommendations demonstrated a spot-on understanding of us, our venue, and of tasteful design. Their coordination with our venue and vendors was seamless. Their communication was well-balanced and organized. And as I later learned, Lena frequently went to bat for us behind the scenes. As we and our guests packed our bags and began traveling half-way around the world, uncertainty percolated surrounding COVID-19. Lena helped us promptly consult with our venues, vendors, and guests, and to seek counsel from government authorities. It was the worst possible timing. Just one day later, and things would've likely been entirely different. After us and most of our guests arrived in Hawaii, and after nine months of painstaking planning, panic began to grip the nation. Against a backdrop that shifted by the minute, we were forced to make impossible decisions. But Lena was there for us every second. She stood by our side as vendors and venues were all over the board; their decision-making ran the gamut from thoughtful and interactive to frantic and opaque--often changing by the hour. An event we had all spent months meticulously planning was entirely upended. And a significant sum of money was at risk of being completely lost. On the fly, Lena helped us plan an entirely new wedding--only to plan another one or two after that. I like to equate her work as that of a chess master crushing a game while the chessboard constantly moved and the pieces simultaneously transformed. She poured every ounce of herself into saving our wedding. Her ingenuity and perseverance were beyond remarkable. In the end, our wedding was more beautiful and more meaningful than we could have possibly imagined. We will forever be in her debt.

So grateful to have found Morgan and Jennifer to plan my daughters destination outdoor wedding…read more We chose them because they have fabulous taste and we had seen their weddings on Instagram and all their weddings were far and above the most beautiful. We basically had 2 venues and they pulled it off seamlessly. Ceremony was by the lagoon and reception was under the stars , tented in a field at the base of these spectacular mountains.. We were so happy with their vendors from the catering to the decor , everything was top notch quality. They also have so much experience and knowledge we felt so confident. Worth every penny ...in my daughters words " it was her perfect dream wedding !" We are forever grateful to you Moana Events !!

Finding a party vendor that fits your budget can be tough, but Pro Complex nailed it. Clint was…read moreincredibly fast to respond with a quote and made it easy to accommodate our changes.On the day of the party, the setup crew arrived right on time. They were super friendly, courteous, and efficient. They had the clean, secure equipment ready to go in under an hour, which was amazing considering only two people were putting up the tent!We did have a quick mix-up with the invoice, but Clint was so gracious. He resolved the issue instantly and supplied what was missing. His quick communication took a huge weight off my shoulders during a stressful time.To top it all off, the tent was incredibly sturdy and held up perfectly against heavy winds all day. Drop-off and pickup were exactly as agreed. Clint and his team are reliable, professional, and great at what they do. Five stars!

Super friendly and great service. Clint was very easy to work and went above and beyond. I would…read moredefinitely use them again for another event!

Had my wedding with Jodi green. Jodi was very nice and accommodating, but she wore a black robe…read morewith a huge sun hat. She looked scary to me. Her house is right by the beach. Great location. We didn't even get a beach permit. We got married in her back yard and took so many pictures. Her back yard has beach access. Just the most amazing beautiful place. I didn't like it at all that she wore all black. So if you are getting married make sure you know what Jodi is wearing. She kept telling us that she was sick. But a wedding is a wedding. You should look bright and at least she should have worn something more colorful being that it was in Hawaii. Like I said make sure you ask what she is wearing because on my pictures she looks like the slender man. Pretty scary. That why I don't want to post any pictures that we took with her. It looks somber.

I'm getting married in Honolulu, Hawaii in November. Even though I haven't had my destination…read morewedding yet I wanted to give the Officiant Jody 5 stars for her help so far. If you're having a destination wedding you know how it can be difficult contacting vendors...Jody responded to me the day after I emailed her. All her responses have been prompt. We were looking for an Officiant that is non-denominational, easy going and with respect and understanding of local Hawaii. Jody is the perfect balance of all that! When I met with Jody she first showed me around her property, right on the beach! If I hadn't had another venue I'd have had the ceremony at her house. It is a beautiful house with the yard right on the sand. I can't believe her price, it's very affordable! After the tour we sat down and went over the ceremony. Jody was very receptive to our putting our own twist to it. All in all I spent an hour chatting with her and after that time I know we chose the right Officiant.

We rarely post reviews--unless something is truly awful (buyer beware) or absolutely exceptional…read more In the case of Fred and Kate Events, our experience was nothing short of exceptional--and that's putting it mildly. From start to finish, Tessa and her team made our wedding unforgettable. It's been seven months since our big day (February 23, 2025), and my wife, myself, our friends, and family still talk about it constantly. We laughed, cried, ate, drank, danced, socialized, and snapped countless photos. Most importantly, we were able to relax and truly enjoy ourselves. Fred and Kate Events had everything under control. The only thing we had to focus on was getting married--which is exactly how it should be. Tessa is phenomenal, and her staff is top-tier: professional, attentive, and kind. If you try to step in, they'll gently remind you to let them handle it--and trust me, you'll be glad you did. We can't thank them enough for managing every detail so we could stay present in the moment. That gift alone was priceless.

We couldn't be happier with our experience working with Fred and Kate! From the very beginning,…read morethey were organized, easy to communicate with, and always made us feel heard and supported. No matter how many questions or requests we had (and we had plenty!), Tessa, Henry, Midori, and Lauren were consistently accommodating, friendly, and incredibly quick to respond. On the day of the wedding, the planning team showed up in full force. They were professional, efficient, and totally on top of everything--firm when they needed to be, but always brought the right energy and hype to keep the day exciting and fun. Everything ran so smoothly that we hardly even noticed they were there, which is a true testament to how well they had everything under control. We're so grateful for their dedication and would highly recommend Fred and Kate to any couple looking for a seamless and joyful wedding planning experience!

Nate's customer service is out of this world! If I could give 10 stars, I would. I planned a…read moreproduct showcase at SALT at Our Kaka'ako, a venue I had never worked with before. By the end of my first site visit with Nate, he filled in almost all my dozens of question marks, and as we continued to plan, he was always prompt to communicate with me with any changes or questions coming from either end. His extensive knowledge in the event planning space made the whole process less stressful for me and my team. While customer service is always great, no one forgets the bottom line, and Hawaii Special Events offered very affordable pricing, and he allowed us to make changes throughout the planning process, even on the day of! He kept me in contact with all of his contractors, making sure everyone was on the same page. On the day of, the set up crew was great to work with, and they really turned it into a stunning venue for our 500+ audience members! I would highly recommend anyone who takes it upon themselves to go above and beyond what's expected. Big or small, Hawaii Special Events can do it all! (so clique, but so true!)

Nate and his team did such a great job at our wedding reception. We wanted an outdoor wedding feel…read moreat an indoor ballroom by having bistro lights strung around the perimeter of the room. When we walked in, we were taken away by how beautiful it looked because they brought our vision to life. So many guests complimented us on the romantic ambience the lights added and it was just perfect.

Mona, Aileen and the rest of the NEU team exceeded our expectations. I was a very type A bride but…read moreMona's attention to detail, organization and helpful suggestions showed me how a real pro does it. The biggest issue on our wedding day was some passing rain around the time of the ceremony, but Mona came up with some scheduling pivots on site that helped us find a good solution and everything went off PERFECTLY. Wedding planning is not for the faint of heart but anyone can do it with Mona's help. Full service planning with her team was the way to go! If only I needed her services again, id hired her all over again in a heartbeat!

Mona with NEU Events and her entire team to include Aileen and Heidi were exceptionally organized,…read moreprofessional, attentive, and precise. The days leading up to my son and daughter-in-law's wedding went off without a hiccup due to Mona and her well-orchestrated team. The day of the wedding had so many moving parts, an outdoor wedding on a beautiful estate, with 150 in attendance, ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, entrance, dance, entertainment, bar, dessert display, coordination of photos and seating it was seamless due to Mona and her team. Mona is always one step ahead with every detail. So many friends and family commented on how beautiful and organized the entire wedding was. My son and daughter-in-law focused on their vows and a beautiful evening with their closest friends and family. All details were taken care of by Mona. NEU Events came highly recommended and I understand why. I was in awe of the level of experience, expertise, and excellence I watched unfold. I have lived in Hawaii for near 50 years and have attended countless weddings, events, and professional galas, many with excellent coordination and event planners, Mona with NEU Events is a few notches above the best I've experienced, Bar None

Aloha, Plan & Simple/Marc is a great coordinator. My wife and I had a great experience using Marc…read moreas out day of coordinator. He helped us at our rehearsal and made the atmosphere very comfortable in a time of anxiety and nervousness. We truly enjoyed his take on things and he really helped us make our special day a perfect one. The day of the wedding, he was spectacular!!! Took care of everything so that my wife and a I could just focus on what we needed to do, which was to get married! He was there early to set up, helped run things throughout the reception, and did a lot to take down and pack up. We could not have done it without him! We would highly recommend Marc for anyone who needs a wedding coordinator. Thank you Marc for all that you did for us!!

Marc is a REAL PRO!! We hired Marc as a "Day of Coordinator" but he went above and beyond that…read moretitle. He made the wedding process so easy and was always there to answer every call, email, and text. Marc made planning a Hawaii wedding from NYC smoother than I ever could have imagined - there was no stress or tears at any point because in knowing Marc was there we knew everything would be perfect. Our family and friends were also able to relax and enjoy the day because he and Joe took care of everything. Marc was not only incredibly helpful but a real blast to have at the wedding!!! If you're looking for a coordinator, look no further, we can't recommend Marc enough!

My husband and I recently got married in Oahu. We wanted an intimate wedding for our family and…read morevery close friends and Dianna understood our vision perfectly. Planning a wedding in Hawaii from California is difficult but Dianna made everything so easy. She is quick to respond to your emails and questions and you can depend on her to get the job done. She is open and honest and is willing to help you work within your budget and with whatever parts of the wedding planning process you want help. Dianna is very knowledgeable and experienced, and we immediately felt comfortable after we met her. She is very accommodating and even willing to go above and beyond what is required of a wedding planner. Hawaii Weddings and Event truly caters to the kind of event you're having and your exact needs. All the vendors that Dianna used for our wedding were exceptional. Our wedding day was perfect. The venue that Dianna had suggested for our intimate private ceremony was exceptional. The day went on without one hiccup. We couldn't have had a more relaxing stress-free wedding. Thank you, Dianna for making our wedding day perfect! I honestly cannot recommend a more phenomenal wedding planner/coordinator!

I'm a really organized person and have no problems choosing my own vendors but I was shopping for a…read moreday-of coordinator to help oversee everything on the long awaited day. I'm not sure if it's just me but I think there should be a minimum three day response time. If that's not doable, I may accept one week but definitely not two. And there's more... Finally got a response so I go over the package and call them back with questions for all these "extra charges." Getting married outside of Honolulu? There's a charge for that. Having the ceremony and reception at different locations? There's a charge for that. Having it at the same place? There's a charge for that too. More than 75 guests? You guessed it!!! There's a charge for that too! Paying with a credit card so you can earn miles? Yes, there's a charge for that. 3.5% processing fee to be exact! But with all those extra charges, I was still going to book them because of their reputation. I mean look at their reviews! So, I told them to send me the contract and it never came. Two weeks later, I get a email apologizing for the delay and asking me where my venue was again. Are you serious? I need an organized coordinator that I can trust! I sent them an email saying I will no longer need their services. Guess how many emails I got after that? Like five in a row with more apologies and excuses of how busy they were and how they're working on hiring and training someone to make the contracts. Whatever, I don't care. You can't handle the volume of your business, that's your problem. I need someone that can handle. I'm so happy I didn't go with them. I now have a coordinator that responds to all my emails and there are no extra fees. One that I trust and that is something so vital for one of the most important days of your life!

We couldn't have asked for a better wedding coordinator than Gentry. After speaking with several…read morecoordinators who didn't quite feel like the right fit, I knew immediately after our first conversation that she was the one. She's warm, energetic, and genuinely passionate about what she does--without ever feeling overwhelming or intrusive. Gentry stepped in about two months before our wedding and took so much off our plate. She was incredibly responsive, handled vendor communications seamlessly, and managed last-minute updates with ease. Throughout the entire process, I felt completely taken care of and confident that she would bring our vision to life. What really stood out was her attention to detail and proactive approach. She suggested things we hadn't even considered (like renting microphones), but was never pushy and always respected our decisions. Anytime I had a concern, she had either already handled it or immediately jumped into action--like when I worried about muddy transportation on our rainy wedding day, and she had already coordinated with the vendor. Despite the pouring rain, Gentry showed up with the most positive energy and made everything feel effortless. She truly made our dream wedding possible, and I can't imagine doing it without her. Highly, highly recommend!

Gentry is a total gem! She made the entire planning process so much fun. From our very first…read moremeeting, she brought such warmth, excitement, and genuine care--it felt like we had a built-in cheerleader from day one. She helped us finalize plans, but also reminded us to take a step back and celebrate why we were doing this in the first place! Gentry has a true gift. She turns checklists into celebrations, decisions into delights, and somehow makes even the most overwhelming moments feel magical. Her attention to detail, calm under pressure, and boundless creativity blew us away. Her energy is infectious, and no task or request is ever too much. On the day of the wedding, she didn't let a single detail go unnoticed. We truly felt like we had a best friend looking out for us--not just on the big day, but in the days leading up to it as well. Gentry is simply amazing. She radiates positivity, lifts everyone around her, and genuinely cares about the people she works with. She leaves a little sparkle wherever she goes. I cannot imagine our wedding without her.