So Cal Event Planners

(103 reviews)

Abby is an absolute rockstar wedding planner! Where do we even start? From our very first call with…read moreAbby, we knew she was different. She wasn't just trying to sell us a package - she genuinely wanted to get to know us as a couple, our story, and the kind of vibe we wanted our wedding to have. That first impression stuck with us. Over the next two years of planning, Abby and her team brought our ideas to life and helped to make our dream wedding a reality. Design: We told Abby we wanted an "East Meets West" theme that blended our cultures in a way that felt modern and elegant, a tough balance that could've easily come off as cheesy in if executed poorly. But Abby nailed it of course, her design sense is unreal. From color palettes and floral choices to the way she tied together modern décor with cultural elements, everything was cohesive and elevated. She has an incredible eye for detail and always found creative, out-of-the-box ways to make our ideas work. The end result was a wedding that felt truly felt like us! Communication: Throughout the entire process, Abby and her team were consistently on top of communication. She kept us updated between meetings, sent friendly reminders, and made sure we were always aligned on next steps. It's easy for things to slip through the cracks when planning something this big, but Abby kept everything organized and stress-free. We never once felt out of the loop, she was always calm, professional, and genuinely fun to talk to. Vendor Management: Abby's vendor management skills are next level. She has deep connections and knows everyone in the wedding world. When we needed vendors for flowers, desserts, or décor, she already had a curated list of the best options with pros and cons ready for us. Some of our vendors were booked more than a year in advance, but Abby and her team were always on top of follow-ups, contracts, and logistics. By the time the big day arrived, every vendor was perfectly coordinated. It really felt like we had assembled the Avengers of wedding vendors! Working Style: We can't say enough about how enjoyable it was to work with Abby and her team. They're so friendly, positive, and genuinely care about their couples. You can tell they love what they do and that they actually enjoy working together - it felt like they were more of friends than coworkers. Whenever unexpected hiccups came up (and they always do in wedding planning), Abby handled them with grace and a sense of humor. She's done hundreds of weddings, so she always had the experience to guide us to make informed decisions. It was so fun working with the entire team and it made the stressful process of wedding planning feel less stressful. Execution: This is where Abby and her team truly shine. Planning is one thing, but executing flawlessly is another and they did it all seamlessly. From coordinating vendors to keeping our timeline on track, they were everywhere and nowhere all at once, putting out fires behind the scenes before we even knew they existed. The day flowed perfectly. At the end of the night, we were blown away to see how they had already packed up all our belongings, made sure our ride was ready, and tied up every little loose end without us lifting a finger. That level of thoughtfulness really showed how much they care. Budget & Financial Management: The truth is weddings are expensive, and it's easy for costs to spiral if you're not careful. Abby was phenomenal at keeping everything organized and transparent. She tracked every expense, set reminders for upcoming milestone payments for vendors, and even handled tipping for all our vendors so we didn't have to stress about it on the big day. What really stood out was her honesty and foresight -- anytime a decision could push us beyond our budget, she proactively flagged it and walked us through the financial trade-offs before we committed. Thanks to her meticulous tracking and planning, there were zero surprises at the end. Everything was clearly outlined and accounted for, which gave us complete peace of mind. In short, Abby and her team are the best in the business. They bring design expertise, organization, and heart to every step of the process. You'll see what we mean once you have the first introductory call with her. She's the kind of planner who truly loves what she does, doesn't settle for anything less than perfect, and it shows in every detail. We highly recommend her for anyone looking for a top class wedding planner!

I had the pleasure of meeting Abby and her team at a wedding that I assistant photographed. I…read moreremember how organized and professional the entire team carried themselves that night. As my wife and I were planning our wedding we both knew we wanted a team to support and guide us through the planning process. Working with Abby and Amanda definitely made the entire wedding planning process seamless. From our very first meeting they really helped put things into focus and laid out a clear milestones and goals throughout. On the day of our wedding and weeks leading up to it, Abby and Amanda ensured that our decorations and everything came out according to plan. Despite us throwing any changes or last minute requests their way. My wife and I had absolutely nothing to worry about and was able to enjoy our wedding completely stress free. Thank you Sugar Plum & Co for helping my wife and I plan and execute the wedding of our dreams!

The 1912

4.2

(36 reviews)

Food assortment was incredible. There was finger foods snacks appetizers, and then when we were…read moreserved dinner, the servers were so accommodating, very friendly and depending on your event and how you rent out the space the staff does an incredible job of making sure that everything is ready ahead of schedule to make sure your event is seamless and perfect. Even the decorations walking up the stairs, although simple with such a neat touch.

Had my daughter's Quince a couple weeks ago and Romina was amazing from start to finish! We had an…read moreamazing time and most importantly, my daughter loved her XV!!

BEL Event Productions

4.5

(287 reviews)

This review is for Suhainah and the BEL team who helped us organize our wedding reception…read more The day of our event, Suhainah and a group of 4-5 other women went above and beyond to make sure our wedding reception went smoothly. They coordinated with all vendors well, directed guests and made the experience stress free. Everyone was so sweet to us and our dog, Rocky. We brought Rocky to our party and they made sure she was taken care of the entire time. It was so thoughtful. Rocky says the team gets 5 stars!

Horrible experience, stay away!…read more This is a review for Eliza at BEL Events for her wedding planning services. We met Eliza at our venue 8 month before our wedding date. During the first session she presented herself well, and she talked and bragged a lot about her 18 yrs of experience in event planning and stories about how she handles wedding situations. So, we thought she is the right event planner for us and signed a contract. After signing the contract and making the payment, she was very hard to find and we did not see the expected action from her side, and every time we followed up, her response was: "don't worry I will manage everything before the wedding day". We were asking for the basics of planning such as timeline, vendor recommendations (a few to choose from) and communications (which was part of the contract) but not no action except a quote of her own rental service. We were getting closer to the wedding date and her lack of action made us so worried and very frustrated. Eventually we had to get involved and did almost 90% of the work ourselves. She was very hard to find but even when we could talk to her, she would create more unnecessary problems to an extant that my wife had panic attacks after a few meetings we had with her. 2 month before our wedding she caused so much anxiety and frustration that we decided to end our contract with her and find another planner. Thankfully, our new planner was amazing and our Wedding planning went very smooth after that, and the event was as wonderful as we could imagine! With way lower cost than what Eliza had proposed! After I requested to cancel the contract she disappeared and never responded to our emails, which is very unprofessional. Here is a list of a few issues from our experience of working with here: 1- Accessibility: every time we had a question or needed to talk to her, it was taking several days until she gets back to us. With irrelevant excuses, like she would show me her busy google calendar! 2- Push to use her own services as vendors: Per her contract she had to suggest different vendors so we can choose. But since she has rental and flower services, she was arguing so much to stop us from even looking at other options! She charges unnecessarily expensive! By doing a little research, we found our vendors and saved at least 50% with same or better quality! 3- Nonsense arguments and rude attitude: In many occasions she was just insisting on holding the event the way SHE wants, without paying attention to our request or desire. Every time we requested something, her answer was: "I don't want MY event to be that way or I don't want MY guests to be that way"!!! With a condescending attitude emphasizing that "I have 18 yrs of experience and I know what to do"!!! Any simple request would become a long story and unnecessary argument. In one occasion my wife requested that guests throw flower petals while walking out of aisle, and she immediately said: "No!, you can't do that, I don't want my cleaning crew spend time on cleaning the petals"!!!! In another occasion Eliza was insisting on only using her recommended valet service (which was quoting more than double the price of the service we eventually used) and on top of it she was forcing us to rent extra parking lot out of venue and pay extra for shuttle service!!!! While the venue had enough capacity! And when I respectfully said: I am confident that the venue has enough capacity for parking, she got very angry and said: "in that case tell all your guests to use UBER and they can't drive their own car"!!! It was a nightmare working with BEL Events and I don't recommend her service due to lack of professionalism and decency in her business.

The Vintage Rose

(738 reviews)

I have so many things to say about our experience with the Vintage Rose I think it would take a…read morewhole essay to get through, so here's the main points-- *Unique Venue: We were so impressed how beautiful this venue was, it truly is a hidden gem, you wouldn't think that such a wonderful space is within this strip. Our guests absolutely loved how unique the space was. With a guest count of 200, we felt that the reception hall was perfectly fitted; not too big and not too cramped either. 200 was too big to fit inside the ceremony hall, which was our one and only complaint. But, guests who sat outside mostly said their view was okay/clear. *Lily was a superstar. She truly took care of us and was on top of everything. Numerous guests noted that this was the most organized and well-running wedding they had ever been to, which was all due to Lily running the show. I would recommend having Lily as your coordinator 1000x over. *Bang for your buck. This was the first venue we toured, and after hearing the price and what was included there was absolutely question in our mind to book it. I was getting the same quote for ~80-100 guests that I did for 200 here. It was priceless being able to include as many guests while not having to compromise on other factors because they were all included in our package. We also LOVED the grooms suite. So many times the groom is left in the dust but this space was perfect and the guys really enjoyed it. The entire team, Rose and her son, our waitstaff, DJ Larry, and Lily were truly amazing to work with. We would choose the vintage rose for any of our future events!

Nice wedding venue Plenty of space…read more Great staff Roomy courtyard for a late night snack

A Good Affair Wedding and Event Production

(131 reviews)

Hiring Natalie and A Good Affair was THE BEST DECISION WE MADE!…read more If you're on the fence about hiring a wedding planner at all, hire Natalie and A Good Affair. DO IT. It is more than worth it! I got married in December 2025 in my parent's backyard in North Tustin, and people are still talking about how AMAZING our wedding day was! Yes, we have fabulous family and friends who love us, and they made our day extra special, but I'm telling you right now, the day was perfect because of Natalie and her team. The time and effort AGA went into getting to know us and our must-haves put us at ease immediately. Planning a wedding is such a collaborative process, and we walked away from every meeting feeling heard and supported. The outcome? The best day of our lives! Natalie is one of the most professional talents in her field. I'm amazed at how she comes up with her amazing visions, and then brings them to life. Her organization, clear communication, and attention to detail are unmatched. On top of that, she is very well respected in the wedding community. Everyone I came into contact with assured me I was working with the best. SPOILER ALERT: We were! Team AGA took our ideas and transformed them into a well-curated dream. Every detail was beyond what I could have ever imagined! Additionally, Team AGA's experience blew us away. The vendors they recommended were top-tier and brought the wedding day together seamlessly. From the DJ to the caterer to the florist to the HMU team, each vendor was thoughtfully chosen to meet the needs of our wedding. Team AGA truly listened to what we liked and brought together an even better vision than we could have ever hoped for! They anticipated everything, and handled day-of setbacks like pros. They created a calm and easy-going presence that set a peaceful tone for the day. Our wedding party and guests said it was the best wedding they had been to or been a part of. My husband and I felt doted on up until our wedding exit, and we still talk about how much we miss Natalie, Kayla, and Jesica. Team AGA continue to be so thoughtful and sent my sister and I flowers and sweet treats on our birthday in February. They truly became part of our family throughout the wedding planning process. If you're looking to host an event everyone will rave about for years to come, hire A Good Affair. You won't regret it.

We hired Natalie and her team for a corporate event at the Montage Laguna Beach. The event was…read morebeautiful, and everything went off without a hitch. Throughout the planning process, everyone was wonderful to communicate with and made the experience seamless.

Modest Magnolia

(47 reviews)

We had a great experience working with Maria and the Modest Magnolia team! Everything was…read moreorganized, communication was seamless, and the entire day flowed effortlessly. We'd be happy to work together again anytime. -- Mike, Endless Summer DJs

Where to even begin, not that we would ever want to plan a wedding again...but if we did we'd pick…read moreMaria and her team every single time. From the moment we had to pick a planner, we knew Maria was the right choice. Our first phone call felt like talking to your best friend you had known for years. She showed genuine care and interest from the get go and we knew we were in good hands. As someone who is a little more Type A (bride) when it comes to organization and planning, it was over whelming trying to consider how to plan the biggest day of our lives. Maria went above and beyond and took any ounce of stress away. She helped us pick our vendor team early on into the planning process, allowing us to find people who matched our energy. What seemed to be so daunting became some of the easiest decisions to make. Throughout the year, Maria checked in with us to make sure things were okay. She looked over our contracts and helped us plan the next steps whether it was food tasting, floral meetings, making a design deck, or buying a cake just for a photo. Monthly chats quickly turned into weekly chats as we got closer to the big day. Maria ensured every little detail was covered asking us questions about our bridal party, songs we wanted to be played, table greetings, and thank you cards. Before the day of our wedding, she sent us a checklist of items to give her to help take the added weight off our shoulders so we can enjoy our day. What we thought was already an above and beyond was nothing near the day of experience. Maria and her team could not have planned a better timeline for us and our loved ones. Maria took charge handling all our vendors while her assistants Cat and Chelsea ensured we were okay and our bridal party was set and ready to go. Everything was seamless as they took care of little things such as ensuring we had food to eat, water to drink, and a moment to breathe. When we had some last minute changes such as changed meals or guest coming and going, they handled it with ease. Many of our guest raved about our vendors and how amazing the day was, but it couldn't have happened without Maria and her team. Our closest loved ones who knew Maria was our planner couldn't stop complimenting how on top of it she was the whole day, and we couldn't agree more. Maria is not only a planner but she becomes your friend. She takes genuine interest in you and makes you feel on top of the world. We couldn't be more fortunate enough to have worked with her and her team.

Ruffle Effect

(35 reviews)

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We truly owe our perfect day to Ruffle Effect and the amazing team of women who work tirelessly to…read moremake what feels like actual magic happen. Throughout the wedding planning process, we felt supported and were given excellent resources to keep ourselves on track. Our vendors commented multiple times that they were appreciative of how organized and communicative the RE team was, which confirmed what we knew all along: we made the right choice going with them. Our wedding day was completely stress-free, which seems like it should be impossible! But with RE working behind the scenes, everything flowed seamlessly. We would not change a single thing. Thank you, RE!!

This is my second time hiring Casey and her team! They did an excellent job executing our vision…read morefor our corporate event in LA! From the florals to the signage, all of the decor was beautifully done. She has a big network of vendors as well which was especially helpful in making sure we had everything we needed for our event.

The Place Banquet Hall

4.0

(8 reviews)

Celebrated my daughter's Quinceañera on January 27th. Everything was amazing!! The Place was…read morebeautifully set up and the atmosphere was very inviting. We didn't really have a theme for her party...but Oscar asked me the color of her dress (sky blue) and it was like a fairy tale (Winter Wonderland). The staff was wonderful and accommodating. Everything was ready according to what I had planned, which was wonderful...especially when I was asked about the Toast...(totally forgot about that!!!) I appreciated soooo much being reminded of it!! Everyone is very professional. Our guests were all very happy and content, no one had anything negative to say about the party, venue or staff. Oscar and Victor... Mission accomplished!!! Thank you for everything you did to make my daughter's day special! She will for ever remember this day... We'll be in touch in a couple of years to start planning the next one...maybe sooner if my niece decides she wants one. I definitely recommend The Place Banquet Hall for your future needs. Kudos infinity!!! Gratefully, Gaby Islas

Had such an amazing experience at this hall. They were very attentive to our needs and answered…read moreevery question we had. Staff was very friendly and I couldn't be any happier.The food was very delicious. We had the lemon chicken with pasta. I will definitely consider them for our next event. The hall is very beautiful with the lighting and decoration you hardly need to do anything else.

Sprig & Ivy

(9 reviews)

We booked Sprig and Ivy for our wedding, looking for someone to help coordinate on the day of…read more Shraddha went above and beyond our expectations! She was so attentive to us, and did so much at the forefront and behind the scenes of the wedding day and months leading up. The wedding went perfectly, and we cannot imagine what we would have done without her.

Looking back at my wedding that happened a month ago, I do not know where to begin to describe how…read morewonderful Sprig & Ivy was in coordinating my wedding. Shraddha and Karan are the sweetest wife & husband team that I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and working with. I booked Sprig and Ivy early into my wedding planning, and even though it was a long time away from our initial contact to the wedding day, Shraddha was so nice and sweet in checking up every so often to make sure I was doing ok. When it came down to the wire, WOW- They exceeded everything that you can ask for in having wedding coordinators for your wedding. They were on top of everything and anything! There were so many moments where I needed a breather, so they "snuck" me out to check out everything and get some air (because everyone was pulling me in different directions!). At one point, I really wanted to see my dessert bar, but couldn't get to it, so Karan took me through a "detour" for me to check it out on the other side before all the chaos ensued. They made sure everything was perfect from beginning to end, and I am SO happy for their amazing work ethics, wonderful personalities, and overall, just great people to have and surround yourself with. Thank you for everything!

JenEvents

(78 reviews)

I first contacted Jenny from JenEvents as a preferred vendor of my wedding venue at Coyote Hills…read moreGolf Course about 8 or 9 months before our date. She brought this warm energy and excitement to wedding planning that drew us to her. I was planning a western church wedding that still preserved elements of traditional Vietnamese culture so I really wanted a wedding planner who could anticipate those needs and felt that Jenny was our perfect fit! Our venue already provided catering and bar services so we elected to do the day-of-wedding planning package. We were planning from NorCal which made it challenging in many ways. Jen had several check in's with us over the months and was extremely responsive via e-mail when we requested assistance, such as needed recommendations for late night snacks. She knew all the best vendors in the area so we felt reassured with our vendor line up with her green light. We were also grateful that she was flexible with our tight schedules when we drove down to SoCal. I was a cricut bride and I had A LOT of DIY decor and activity ideas. Jenny was always encouraging yet realistic. She knew or would figure out how to best execute my vision and always had a back up plan which made me feel so secure about trusting her with creating our vision for our big day. For example, I really wanted to create a warm, rustic look over the dance floor with a ceiling of rattan pendant lights with greenery, which the venue had never done before. She really delivered on working with our venue and thinking thoroughly of all the details for execution! It turned out SO AMAZING, just perfect. We received SO many compliments on the decor from our guests! We couldn't be more grateful to Jenny and her team for carefully making every detail look perfect. Jenny was very thoughtful about details of the wedding that we would have never personally considered and asked clarifying questions to intently understand what we wanted. Her communication was responsive and clear, and it was just an absolute joy working with her. We HIGHLY recommend her for your wedding planning needs!

Jenny and her team made my wedding happen! I got the "Day of" Coordination package, but Jenny…read moreworked with me for months leading up to the event. She provided so many wonderful recommendations and resources to help with the planning process. She communicated with all the vendors and made sure there was no stress for me on the big day. Our venue was a bit disjointed in their comunication and Jenny was able to bridge all those gaps, find creative solutions to problems and probably solved so many other issues that I don't even know about. All our items were well taken care of and we always knew what was going on. Jenny took command of our wedding weekend and made sure we were on time and got to experience everything exactly as we wanted to. I'm recommending her to everyone I know that is getting married in the future!!

Jump N Bounce

(219 reviews)

Great communication throughout. Friendly and attentive staff during our event. Kids had a blast!!…read moreThey are also an approved vendor with CA PTA, so it made the process so easy! Thank you for always delivering!

We had a bouncer for my sons 4th birthday and it worked out great! The employees were very kind and…read morehelpful. They even showed my son how they take down the bouncer. I will definitely use this company again if we need a bounce house.

714 Jumpers

(55 reviews)

714Jumpers exceeded our expectations and MORE! Larry was very responsive and professional in our…read morecommunications. Our preschool hosted a community open house event and he made sure that we had the BEST bounce house for the kids. Delivery and pickup was great, communication was fantastic, I highly recommend tm714Jumpers for your bounce house needs!!

They were able to help me out with last minute needs of tables, chairs, and bouncy castle. Larry…read morewas very nice. The delivery guys were very helpful and polite. Their customer service was excellent. Their products were clean and in very good shape.

Beach Bouncers

(43 reviews)

Beach Bouncers is AWESOME! I started planning my toddler's birthday party way too early…read more(overzealous mom here ) and Kirk walked me through everything from permits to setup. He was incredibly responsive, quick to answer questions, and helped with details I wouldn't have even thought about. When the weather started looking iffy, I thought I might have to cancel, but Kirk was super flexible, offering advice and reassuring me he could reschedule or refund if needed. Luckily, the sun came out and the party went on as planned. He showed up right on time, was friendly, professional, and made the whole process seamless. The bounce house was so affordable and a huge hit. Every single kid had a blast, and multiple parents asked me for his info because they were so impressed. THANK YOU KIRK! We will definitely be back for a water slide soon!

We rented a slide for our preschool center and the children loved it! They did all the set up and…read morepick up for us making the whole experience easy and fun. We will definitely book again in the future.

Cal Jump

(67 reviews)

Cal Jump is a great place to rent for your kids or adult events! I rented from Cal Jump for my…read moredaughter's baby shower. Our guests were able to bring their kids, and did not require to hire a baby sitter. The kids had a great time bouncing. We had a couple of adults watching the children, so the adults did not have to worry about their children. Thank you Cal Jump! Great prices! Tina A

Horrible customer service shady business. Rented a bounce house 5/16, asked me to pay after…read moredropping off, Zelle'd him the balance. 5/18 I see a second charge on my debit card attached on file. Called customer service multiple times and I just keep getting the same BS "I'm going to let the owner know and get back to you". We are now at 5/29 2 weeks later and I still haven't gotten my refund. And no response from the owner. Would definitely avoid this business.

OC Bouncers

(63 reviews)

We got the EZ Tropical Dry jumper & it was super fun! Has a basketball hoop inside. Bought some…read moreinflatable basketballs and the kids all had a blast. It was a huge WIN! During summertime, you can add the attachment for a pool. The kids can slide right into the pool (or yourself haha). Yelp helped me send out quote requests to several jumper rental businesses and OC Bouncers was the first to respond with details. Extremely responsive, organized, professional, and helpful from beginning to end. Kept me in the loop with all of the steps (delivery, set up, pick up) and made payment as easy as possible. Answered all of my questions. I like their selection and designs for their jumpers as well. The one we got was in great condition and clean. Everything you need to know is on their website. I had a very good feeling about them and I'm so glad I went with them. Will definitely be using OC Bouncers for our next event!

Amazing company!! They give a time frame for drop off and pickup did both within the promised time…read moreframe. They also send a text 10-15 minutes before dropping off and picking up to let toy know they are on their way. The driver was friendly and courteous. Ny communication with everyone I talked to was wonderful and I would definitely do orders from them again!! Highly recommend!

Splash N Slide

(3 reviews)

Very professional and great service!…read more The owner was prompt at answering all my questions about the size of the bounce house, if we needed a tarp under the jumper, and if it was large enough to house children who are around 8 years old and around 10 of them. He was also not only on time but was early too. The bounce house that I rented had an area that was a ball pit and the owner and his employee were very helpful in figuring out what to do concerning a safety issue. They were very professional and calm concerning my concerns with children possibly getting hurt with how the ball pit section wasn't cushioned. After trying to figure out what to do he even gave me a discount due to my concerns which was very kind. Overall I would rent from them again!

Absolutely wonderful experience! Landon & his crew were…read moreextremely helpful and friendly. Our slide was in pristine condition and most importantly CLEAN! Cannot recommend enough!

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Mehrunnisa L.

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3 years ago

We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude towards the SoCal Event Planners team for their exceptional work in making our wedding day truly magical. The teams dedication, professionalism, and attention to detail were instrumental in creating a seamless and unforgettable event for my family and I. Shumaila, your guidance throughout the planning process was invaluable, and your ability to handle every aspect of the day itself allowed us to relax and enjoy every moment without worry. The way you coordinated all the vendors, managed the timeline, and handled any unexpected challenges with grace and composure truly made a difference. Your team's coordination ensured that everything ran smoothly, from the ceremony to the reception, and our guests were equally impressed by your professionalism. We were particularly touched by the personal touches (decorating our hotel room the night of the wedding) and creative ideas you added to our wedding, which made it unique and special. Alaina, from the early preparations the morning of my wedding to the last dance, you were there every step of the way, ensuring that everything ran smoothly and seamlessly. Your dedication to making our day memorable did not go unnoticed, and we are truly thankful for all your hard work. Our wedding would not have been the same without you, and we are so fortunate to have had you by our side. We are so grateful that we chose SoCal Event Planners and we can't thank you enough for making our wedding day the most wonderful and stress-free experience! read more

Zara K.

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10 years ago

Shumaila helped plan my wedding for 8 months and took care of the day of coordination as well. She and her team are absolutely amazing! I'm in my first year of medical school so I didn't have much time to be there every step of the way and she worked around that. I met with her only about 4 times plus some phone calls/texts. once I picked the decor, caterer and cake I basically took a step back and let Shumaila work with my father in law and sister in law to do the rest. She is very organized and helps you stay on top of planning and will do everything possible to make sure the bride gets what she wants. She is also incredible sweet and easy to talk to and has no conflicts with other vendors. The day of the wedding her team made sure I constantly had water during pictures and made sure I ate at the event. They definitely genuinely care that the bride and groom get what they want and have a great time at the event. My wedding day turned out to more amazing than I ever imagine and I wouldn't have been able to pull it off without her and her team. Thank you Shumaila! With Love, Zara & Devan read more

Maaz M.

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2 years ago

I recently worked with SoCal Event Planners for my wedding, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the very beginning, Shumaila and the team were incredibly professional, organized, and highly attentive to our vision. They took the time to understand every detail of what we wanted and executed it flawlessly. One of the things that stood out the most was their responsiveness. No matter the request or vendor question, they always had an answer or a solution ready. Their extensive network and experience really shined through, making the entire planning process so much easier. On the day of the wedding, they were on top of everything, allowing me and my spouse to truly enjoy the moment without any worries. They also handled last-minute changes with ease and made sure the event ran smoothly. Super duper grateful for all their hard work and diligence. I highly recommend SoCal Event Planners to anyone looking for a stress-free and beautifully executed event! read more

Bushra S.

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11 years ago

I found Shumaila by attending another person's wedding and came to her needing a friend to vent to. She worked with my budget perfectly (very affordable!) and deserved much more than she asked for. Shumaila is a gem and I recommend all my friends and family to book her as soon as they know their wedding date! Halfway through my planning, I hired her for day-of coordination and she helped me with practically everything else. I don't know if this was included or out of the goodness of her heart but I can't imagine my wedding planning or my wedding day without her. She's friendly, kind and patient. She knows her stuff and she goes above and beyond to make sure I was calm and stress free. She took so much stress out of the wedding planning and I am grateful for her services. I now have a new friend and if I did my wedding over, she would be the first person I would call. =) read more

Nishita P.

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2 years ago

I cannot recommend Shumaila and her team at Socal Event Planners enough! I hired Shumaila for same-day coordination, and she went above and beyond to ensure my wedding day was as smooth and magical as possible. Her attention to detail was impeccable, and her patience and professionalism in working with my family were truly commendable. What stood out to me was how pleasant and approachable Shumaila was throughout the entire process. She reminded me weekly of tasks I needed to complete, which was incredibly helpful in keeping me on track and organized leading up to the big day. On the wedding day, her calm and capable demeanor put me at ease, and her team ensured every detail was executed flawlessly. If you're looking for someone who is detailed, kind, and truly dedicated to making your special day unforgettable, Shumaila and Socal Event Planners are the perfect choice! read more

Mishal B.

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10 years ago

As I was planning my wedding events and talking to vendors, I realized I needed a day of coordinator to help me make my big day a success. I was introduced to Socal Events and Shumaila through a friend and I could not have been happier with their service. Shumaila made sure to follow-up with me and discuss all my details thoroughly and she took the initiative to follow-up with all my vendors. She made sure everything was the way I wanted and she was always helpful whenever I needed some extra advise. The big day was perfect, Shumaila and her team coordinated everything to the tea and made sure everything went according to the timeline we discussed. The wedding was so well organized and my family was able to enjoy the event while Shumaila and her team took charge. I would highly recommend SoCal event planners for your next big event. read more

Sue A.

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3 years ago

Just a short review for an amazing team that went above and beyond on my son's and his beautiful bride's wedding day! Shumaila and Alaina and the rest of the team were absolutely amazing, paid attention to every detail and helped make the wedding such a memorable experience. Even our guests noticed and later asked "who were the wedding planners that you had at the wedding and how did you find them?" They even attended to the guests personal needs including the bride and groom's and their families. Thank you Shumaila and Alaina your smiles brightened up the experience for everyone:) read more

Jennifer G.

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4 years ago

So Cal Event Planners were amazing! Alaina and her team truly were such an wonderful support to us for our wedding. They made sure everything was handled with all the vendors not to mention going above and beyond my expectations in handling everything down to each detail for the wedding weekend. Everything went according to schedule and if there was anything that may have been an issue - Alaina and her entire team handled it. We are so blessed to have to be there for us during our wedding. God bless you all!!! Thank you so much!!!! -Jennifer and Nicholas Sahota read more

Ravneet G.

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7 months ago

Shumaila and her team are amazing, they actually allow you as the bride & groom to enjoy your event and make it seamless. She has done my sister's wedding which was a blast as well as now my wedding. Literally, makes your life sooo easy when you have them on your team! Her list of vendors is great, and no stress of having to find everyone on your own. As well as, day-of coordination is very professional and elegant at the same time. Loved working with her, thanks Shumaila & Team. :) read more

Irfan Z.

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5 years ago

Awesome company to work with!! From start to finish had an amazing experience. The vendors who did set up and take down were all professional and courteous!! The event was at my home and everyone was so organized and kept everything super clean and immaculate. The best part Shumaila was so easy to work with. My wife loved planning the event with her. We definitely will be repeat customers!! Thank you for all your hard work!! read more

Yaz C.

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8 years ago

I hired Socal event planner for my daughters wedding, and I am GLAD I did. They took off so much pressure off my hands. Shomila is very patient and professional. She was always available to answer any questions. On the day of wedding Shomila and her team was super organized and did everything as planned. My daughters wedding turned out PERFECT! Thank you Shomila and her team. I would highly recommend them. read more

Noor A.

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3 years ago

Strongly recommend SoCal Event Planners. Shumaila and Alaina are a wonderful team. They have the experience and knowledge to make your event run smooth, memorable, and stress free! I could have not asked for a better team on my wedding day! read more

Barney T.

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7 years ago

I have tried contacting them for about two weeks and I never get a call back. I also send them an email via the website. How do they want to gain business if they don't call back. I am a little disappointed. read more

Nasir M.

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Shumaila did a excellent job. I was more then satisfied . She was well within my budget and each and every guest appreciated her work. I will recommend her to my family and friends.. read more

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