We booked SoCal Event Planners as our day-of coordinators and felt their pricing was very reasonable for the level of service they provided. Leading up to our reception, Shumaila was very organized, easy to work with, and responsive. Communication was great throughout the entire process, and she really took the time to understand what we wanted for our event while also helping fill in any details or gaps we may have overlooked. On the day of our reception, Shumaila and her team did an outstanding job overseeing the decor, table setup, and coordinating with all of our vendors. Throughout the reception, they stayed on top of everything, from managing the flow of the event and directing guests to regularly checking in with us to make sure we were doing okay and had everything we needed. They were also very kind and professional with our guests and did a great job directing everyone in a friendly and organized way. We genuinely felt like we didn't have to worry about anything during the reception because we knew their team was handling all of the details behind the scenes. They also made sure our other vendors were taken care of, which we really appreciated. Having them there allowed us to relax and enjoy our reception without worrying about logistics. We were very happy with their service and would definitely recommend SoCal Event Planners to anyone looking for a reliable, organized, and attentive coordination team! read more

Shumaila held our hand through the whole process! She gave us wonderful ideas, great vendor suggestions, and had a really attentive team to assist me (the bride) and our families. read more

All I had to do was ENJOY my wedding day and it was thanks to Shumaila and the wonderful SoCal Event Planners' team! I was engaged and married within 4 short months, and a huge portion of how we were able to get it all done so seamlessly, was because of this amazing team. They were calm, knowledgeable, solution oriented, and reliable. Couldn't have done it without them! Thank you so much for everything! read more

Looking back at my sister's wedding, one thing I know for sure is that we genuinely could not have done it without Shumaila I truly cannot recommend Shumaila and the SoCal Event Planners team enough. Shumaila coordinated all of my sister's wedding events, from the Nikkah to the Mayoon, Mehndi, and Shaadi, and she was an absolute lifesaver throughout every step of the process!! There is a reason everyone always says you need Shumaila for your event. She handles everything with so much care, professionalism, and heart. She managed countless moving pieces before, during, and even after every event, and what stood out most was how often she went above and beyond, even with things that were completely outside the typical role of a coordinator. What meant the most to us was how she made our entire family feel throughout the process. Wedding planning can be overwhelming, but Shumaila took so much stress off our shoulders and made us feel calm, happy, and taken care of On the actual event days, she handled so many little things behind the scenes that most people would never even notice, but those small details made such a huge difference. Her team was also absolutely incredible. Luis, Neha, and Nina were amazing and such a huge part of making everything run so smoothly They were kind, proactive, hardworking, and always ready to jump in wherever needed. There are so many little things they did that we will always be grateful for. Thank you, Shumaila, for everything you did for our family. Your dedication, kindness, and hard work did not go unnoticed, and we truly cannot thank you and your team enough. We will always be so grateful for you Everyone BOOK SHUMAILA!!! read more

We cannot say enough about Shumaila and the entire SoCal Event Planners team. They pulled off what most people would consider impossible: a full multi-day Desi wedding -- Mehndi, Nikkah, and Reception -- planned and executed beautifully in just a couple of months. From the very beginning, we felt completely supported. We had no idea where to start with vendors (especially décor), and Shumaila immediately stepped in with thoughtful recommendations, clear guidance, and a calm confidence that put us at ease. Every vendor she helped us choose ended up being fantastic. Beyond her planning expertise, Shumaila was incredibly mindful of our budget. She worked hard to help us stay on track without ever compromising on quality or the overall experience -- something we genuinely appreciated. The entire So Cal Event Planners team was warm, professional, and such a joy to work with. Their communication, organization, and the level of care they put into every detail made our wedding weekend feel seamless. Highly, highly recommend! read more

Working with SoCal Wedding planners was the best wedding investment we made! Our entire experience with them was so seamless. We felt taken care of on the day of the event which was a load off of our shoulders. I highly recommend working with them for your wedding day! read more

Shumaila and team were absolutely incredible! We worked with them from the beginning in planning our reception at the Richard Nixon Library in Yorba Linda. She helped us make decisions, stay under budget, and most importantly - her team truly took care of us during the event. We - and our families - were fed, hydrated, and stress-free! read more

Shumaila and her team are such professionals and do so much pre-work to make sure your day-of event goes as smoothly as possible. We used So Cal's services for our wedding. At first we were hesitant about using an event planner but we're so glad we decided to hire them. They not only made our wedding easy for us, but for our entire family. Everyone was able to enjoy the festivities because we didn't have to do any problem solving, Shumaila and her team took care of it all. read more

We are are so happy we chose So Cal Event Planners to plan and coordinate our wedding last month! Organizing an Indian wedding comes with many moving pieces, and they managed everything flawlessly. Shumaila and her team anticipated needs we hadn't even thought of and created an atmosphere where our guests could fully enjoy the celebration without a worry. Shumaila was amazing to work with throughout. She guided us through planning decisions and ensured everything ran smoothly on the big day. I also want to give a shoutout to Priya who was my bridal assistant. Priya provided such a calming presence when so much was happening around me. She was a lot of fun to talk to and was there whenever I needed her. If you're looking for planners who bring professionalism, creativity, and peace of mind to your wedding day, this is the team you need! read more

If you are looking for an event planner look NO further! Shumaila and her team are incredible. From the start Shumaila planned weekly check ins with me. She made sure she had a great understanding of what I wanted for my twin's 5th birthday and I have to tell you the execution was perfect. She worked with me to find the right vendors and had sound advice when it came to ensuring enough food and activities for the guest count. The day of the event was EASY. I had no worries. Shumaila delivered and her team was so kind, helpful and sweet. I felt fully taken care of and I got SO many compliments on not just the party itself but all of the vendors. I'm so glad I found So Cal Event Planners - they are the only ones I will consider using for any of my future events!! read more

If you're looking for wedding planners who will turn your vision into reality while keeping everything stress-free, look no further than SoCal Events Planners. Shumaila and Sumarah and their incredible team went above and beyond to make our wedding an unforgettable experience. When we met them, they exuded professionalism, warmth, and creativity. They flawlessly coordinated not just one, but three separate events for our wedding. Every detail was taken care of, from the décor to the logistics, and everything in between. It felt like magic seeing how seamlessly everything came together--without a single worry on my part. What truly sets SoCal Events apart is their ability to handle the unexpected. Unfortunately, a family tragedy struck, forcing us to make last-minute changes to one of our events. Shumaila and Sumarah handled everything with such grace and empathy, rearranging the schedule without missing a beat. Their calm demeanor and expertise during a tough time meant the world to us. I cannot say enough good things about this team! They were always a step ahead, anticipating every need and making sure the events flowed perfectly. Our family and guests were blown away by how smooth and beautiful everything turned out. If you want planners who will treat your event as if it were their own, then you've found the right people. Thank you, SoCal Events Planners, for making our wedding everything we dreamed of and more! read more

My first Yelp review - so of course it had to be for the best event planning team ever! Could not have asked for a better coordination team! They were fun, professional, and were so organized and easy to work with. From having meetings months prior leading to the event, to organizing timelines, helping work with vendors, dealing with hotel regulations, they really take care of every single aspect to make sure that the wedding day went off seamlessly. Special shoutout to Shumaila for her hard work & amazing energy throughout the entire process--she truly made everything feel effortless. Highly recommend to any bride or anyone planning a party! read more

Omg if I could give more than 5 stars I would. Shumaila made planning my wedding so much easier than I thought it would be. During the wedding planning period, she was so patient and answered all of my stupid questions. She also had a lot of recommendations for some of the things we were looking for. She talked to my vendors for specific requests when I was too nervous to. The day of my wedding, I wasn't aware of any hiccups or anything because she took care of everything. With the option that we purchased, I was also provided with a bridal assistant for the day. My wedding weekend wouldn't have been complete without Nina. She was so kind and tended to all of my needs. She also took pictures of my wedding on my phone while I was on stage and I will forever be grateful for that. I only suggest Shumaila and her team to my friends who are currently planning their weddings. read more

Thank you Shumaila and your whole team for making sure the wedding was successful! You took over a lot of the stress and made sure the event ran smoothly. Appreciate all the time and effort you put into my sister's big day! Don't know how we would've done it without you read more

1000/10 Bringing on SCEP for my wedding was by far the easiest decision I've ever had to make in life and honest to god, the highlight of my entire wedding planning and execution experience. When the events were over - did I miss the events, no! I missed Shumaila and her team! They were phenomenal to work with, helped execute the vision, always prioritized my wants and needs, and helped me to stay grounded and realistic with budget which was my biggest personal concern. Not to mention, I was literally the best fed bride the weekend of. It's because of them my family members are now hiring planners for their events because they've seen how much more fun we have when someone else is focusing on the details for you. The best of the best, above and beyond, forever my only choice, my best gift to me, my planners for the rest of my life - Signed, a type A, plans everything for everyone else person read more

Exceptional service ! Shumaila u are amazing. Thank u for being there every step of the way and making it all come together so beautifully!! read more

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Words cannot express how incredible the team at SoCal Event planners are. You must work with them to truly experience their professionalism and expertise. We were lucky enough to work with SoCal Events (Shumaila, Catherine, and Alaina) for the full planning of our wedding. They did such a beautiful job putting together the wedding in 5 months!!! They sourced our venue, negotiated, and made sure we were able to put on an impeccable and elegant wedding (within our budget!!!). Each vendor they recommended was so kind, energetic, and lovely to work with. We loved our designer/florist Chez Rose, our cake from Grace & Honey was delectable, our MC and music from SoundWave Productions/DJ Wil brought great vibes throughout the whole night, and our Photographer Sarah Rubin Green had magical visions. The wedding was gorgeous and we're still getting compliments from our friends and family. My husband and I were able to stay completely stress free the day before the wedding and thanks to Shumaila and her team, we had a perfectly smooth wedding day which allowed us to be present with our guests AND enjoy the night. Our wedding couldn't have gone more perfect. They are truly a gem when it comes to event planning!!! read more

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I worked with SoCal Event Planners to throw a surprise 30th birthday party and the experience was truly so special! All the guests had such a wonderful time and were so happy to be part of such a beautiful and memorable event. My planner was Alaina who was an absolute dream to work with! The event and all the coordination leading up to it went flawlessly thanks to her constant support, guidance, coordinating finesse, and amazing ideas! Thank you SoCal Event Planners team! read more

I am very pleased with SoCal and Shumaila. She did our full planning and we worked with Shumaila for about 7-8 months. After the initial interview she made a timeline an and budget and did timely meetings. On the day of the event everything worked like clockwork. We stayed on time. We had a lot of moving parts due to the entertainment we had hired and she took care of every detail. She introduced us to an amazing caterer and everyone complimented us on how good the food was. Shumaila made every attempt to stick within our budget and incorporate all our ideas to make my son's wedding a grand affair. We would definitely hire them again. read more

Shumaila and team were amazing in helping plan my wedding! They were very accommodating with what my budget was, were professional and scheduled calls / touch points frequently, provided a lot of insight when making tough event decisions (they have a lot of expertise) and organized a good list of vendors to choose from for whatever I wanted! There is never an option of "not possible" with anything I requested, which I truly appreciated. Shumaila was also available 24/7 to me even with last minute panic The team truly gives you a chance to sit back relax and enjoy your big day. Which is how it should be after months of planning! Thank you so much SCEP team! read more

To the dream team, I wanted to reach out to you ladies and finally give you my thank you and appreciation for all that you guys did for me. You all put together the most beautiful day I could have ever imagined. For 6 months, we were in between meetings coming up with ways to make my wedding day perfect and it was that and MORE. My wedding was the most beautiful wedding iv ever been to but that's of course until I go to another wedding created by socal event planners LOL. You ladies are so talented and gifted and it should never go under appreciated and unnoticed. You all our Gods gift to any lucky bride who crosses your path. You guys should be #1 in the country, I mean it. If I wasn't a student, I would have given you all double the amount owed from my own pocket, if I could have. The price tag on Socal event planners is worth more than I can put into words. You are a gifted and well-put together team that deserves all the success this world has to offer or should I say all the weddings . I hope you guys make it bigger than you already have and please don't forget your #1 fan. Shumaila, Thank you for your patience with me and taking a chance on me. I hope good karma forever comes your way for taking me as your client and doing what you did for me. Im so excited to see what the future holds for you and your beautiful talent. Catherine, you are amazing and so patient. thank you for taking meetings EVEN when you AND your kids were sick still making sure I was okay and on schedule. Like who does that!!!!? Thank you for all your hard work. Alaina, Thank you for being you. You are a brides lucky charm on her big day and if she has you by her side, EVERYTHING is gonna be okay. Your positive energy kept me calm and kept me going. Im forever grateful for you. You all have a special place in my heart and I hope one day we can work together again. Im wishing you all the best . It gives me great pleasure to say SOCAL EVENT PLANNERS DID MYYYY WEDDING! My kindest regards, Your bride read more

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I've attended many weddings that Shumaila has coordinated so it was a no brainer for us to hire her for our wedding. My husband left all the wedding planning to me but Shumaila quickly filled in to help me bring my vision to life. I used her in-house decorator Tanya and she's absolutely marvelous! I was very particular about the decor and color scheme for my events but they did an amazing job at executing my vision. It's easy to call and book vendors, but you need Shumaila for those nitty gritty details to make sure everything goes smoothly on your big day. She will map out every detail for you and work with your vendors to make sure they're on top of it. Did I mention she goes ABOVE and BEYOND to make sure the couple gets what they want? We wanted a horse carriage for our grand exit and she was fully supportive. She managed to convince the hotel manager to allow a horse carriage riding in front of their hotel at 12 AM! Not only will you love her, but all the vendors you work with love her too and are more enthusiastic about working with you when her name is mentioned. Her team members, Camilla and Asma were also wonderful to work with during my event. I thought my wedding was going to be too stressful to enjoy, but Shumaila and her team made sure we fully enjoyed the event. She even brought me every ice cream flavor per my request during dinner time! Thank you for making our big day so memorable and magical! -Hira and Shakil read more

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Hiring a wedding planner for my wedding was the best decision I ever made. My wedding was so organized and such a success because of Shumaila and her team. They are so amazing and dedicated to make you event a success. Shumaila gives amazing tips and will pretty much help you with whatever you need. Thank you so much so cal event planners for planning my wedding. read more

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The So Cal Event Planners team made my wedding day perfect! They made sure the day was stress free and drama free! Later I found out there was a lot of craziness that was going on behind the scenes but Shumaila and her team took care of it all without worrying me! If I didn't have the team there the day of I know it would have not been as perfect and calm as it was! They were so professional, respectful, and overall amazing! I will be hiring them for all my future events! I can't imagine having any events without them! Because of them I am actually able to relax and enjoy my parties! If I could give more then five stars I would! read more

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I trusted SoCal event planners with my wedding reception and everything went smoothly! Alaina was very organized on the day of the wedding. I felt at ease, and my husband and I didn't feel stressed out since we knew SoCal had it handled! I highly recommend. read more

Shumaila and her team are truly amazing. We made the best decision in choosing them to guide us through my sister's wedding. We couldn't have done it without them. Shumaila is highly organized, incredibly professional, and remains fluid to the changes that are inevitable during events. Shumaila has a true gift and it's a wonder seeing her in action. read more

This review is way overdue! Shumaila was the planner for our engagement party back in September 2017 and though I've been forgetful about writing this review, the engagement party that she helped to plan and execute is something I won't soon ever forget. Now you should know that in our culture the engagement party is almost as eventful as the actual wedding, so we aren't talking about some small party in someone's backyard. This was a full-on almost 200 person affair at the Doubletree in Irvine with an off-site caterer, a live band, and the whole nine. She helped us to setup the stage - which in all honestly is one of the most beautiful stages I've ever seen at a wedding / engagement party. All biases set aside of course! I'm uploading a picture of said stage so that you too can marvel at it and agree with me on how beautiful it is. Shumaila also helped to connect us with the most cost-effective and professional vendors who helped make the hall look amazing as well. Her in-depth knowledge of the wedding scene and trends, her experience in So Cal and her connections really made her an invaluable asset for us and I'm sure she would be for your special day and event as well. On top of all of the pre-party help and planning she was SUPER helpful during the actual event. She was the liaison for the hotel staff and the catering staff. She also helped us to ensure the entire night went as smoothly as possible and allowed us to relax and enjoy our special night! I highly highly recommend! read more

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I didn't even know where to begin and Shumaila not only helped me put together an incredible event. Very reliable and amazing crew! I would definitely work with them again! read more

Future brides and grooms: if there's one piece of advice that we can pass along, it would be to hire SoCal Events IMMEDIATELY. We hired them as our Day-Of coordinators for our wedding day, and our only regret was that we did not hire them for our entire wedding weekend. As the bride, I was particular with everything when it came to wedding planning, but when it came to the big day I didn't have a care in the world aside from knowing that we were in GREAT hands. We worked directly with Alaina, and I cannot recommend her and the team enough. On multiple occasions, Alaina was very detail oriented and went out of her way to make sure my groom and I were ready for our big day. She was very accommodating with all of our wishes and made sure they came to fruition. Up until the wedding day, we met with her on a weekly basis to discuss every little detail, and this helped us so much in making sure that nothing was missed. We will truly miss working with her, but just know that if she is your lead coordinator - you are set for success. On the day of the reception, Alaina and her team showed up early to ensure everything was occurring according to plan and they even helped us with a few hiccups along the way. We hope to plan another event with SoCal Events very very soon! read more

I'm a little late but I want to thank So Cal Event Planners for making my wedding unforgettable. I got married in 2016 at very challenging venue to set up and Shumaila made sure everything was perfect. We needed everything from spoons to a refrigerator at the venue and Shumaila came in clutch. We were going through a hard time right before my wedding and Shumaila was soo patient and kind throughout the whole process and ended up creating a wedding that was beyond our imaginations. Every time we look at our wedding pictures we are so grateful to Shumaila and team for making July 17, 2016 the most memorable day for my family and I. Thank you So Cal Event Planners for putting up with us and creating a wedding that everyone still talks about! Shout out to my girl Marvi tho! read more

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Shumaila and her team are rockstars! We had our wedding on September 10, 2022 fully outdoors at Serra Plaza in San Juan Capistrano. There was a heat wave that caused rain, and Shumaila and her dedicated team worked around the clock to make contingency plans for us. The coordination team ended up wiping down 200 chairs 5 mins before the ceremony after it stopped raining. My bridal assistant Aliana was incredible throughout the process. She attended our ceremony rehearsal and was with me throughout the day, including our first look. SoCal Events worked very hard to ensure the day was stress free for myself and the groom. Always one step ahead and handling things on our behalf. They also packaged everything nicely so when we left the venue at the end of the night, we didn't have to worry about forgetting something. Aliana also saved my life since my skirt zipper broke. She was able to fix it! All around, amazing and professional team. They kept us calm throughout the weather issues. Thank you for being part of our best day EVER!! read more

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Shumaila, Alaina, Catherine and the whole SoCal Event Planners team were amazing and there every step of the way for our wedding in SD! Soli and I absolutely love you all! Shumaila and Alaina thank you both for going out of your way to make sure everything was perfect on the day of! I would use them again 1000%!!! Shumaila was a breath of fresh air on the day of our wedding! I knew I had nothing to worry about! read more

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My experience with Shumaila and her team was so seamless. I honestly don't know what I would have done without her! We had about 400 guests and she still managed to keep everything super organized and made sure we were on schedule. She has expert knowledge of the wedding industry and has truly streamlined the wedding planning/coordination process. Highly recommend! read more

SoCal planned my son's 3rd birthday in August 2021. I reached out to them in March- April 2021. I have no family members here, and needed a lot of help to find venue, plan the party, find food etc. Catherine and Shumaila worked in conjunction to helped me through it all. They - helped me find a venue. Set up times to go see multiple places, got me all details ahead of time. It didnt work out as the venues were too restrictive for kid birthday parties, but we were able to book a park perfectly - Catherine coordinated with the venue , got all the necessary permits, read all the fine print so i didnt have to . VERY SEAMLESS process - Their dessert and chai vendors!! Omg - EVERYONE at my party is STILL TALKING about them. What a HIT!! - They searched high and low to find me affordable food options - They arranged a Balloon person, a bubble person, a Snowcone and popcorn machine. - They made sure every single vendor was sent details, in an out entries, point of contact, arrival and departure times, etc well in advance. - They had Alaina on site at all times during the party to help coordinate the whole event! We had some problems with electricity at the park, she swiftly contacted the park rangers and fixed the electricity issues. - Their decor!! Omg. My son had a train theme. The back drop they dreamt up / designed and put up was a 3D train, with a vinyl flooring on the concrete in front, and balloons coming out of it like smoke!! Better than anyone could have dreamed of. My son had a BLAST - Shumaila's vision is epic. Her attention to detail, her focus, her organization and her ideas!!! for that alone, SoCal is SO worth it. - And they helped me stick to my budget as best they could. Highly Highly HIGHLY recommend them for ALL your events read more

Shumaila was amazing to work with! She was very attentive to all our needs and wants. She gave us great tips and advice and was always willing to listen to all our questions and concerns throughout the entire process. She also made us feel at ease through every step. She gave us honest input on all vendors and decisions we made, which made everything much easier. Day of she was even able to handle small hiccups. We highly recommend her service to guide and help you through your wedding planning process. Thank you Shumaila and team for allowing us to truly enjoy every moment of our wedding by being such a huge stress reliever and always having everything under control! read more

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Shumaila, Alaina, & their team are amazing!! I highly recommend you to hire them. They will make sure your events are executed beautifully.

BEST TEAM OF WEDDING PLANNERS EVER!!! Alaina was a dream to work with and the entire team is sooo organized!!! They made my wedding day and process so smooth! I can't imagine not having them as part of my wedding! Thank you SCEP for making my wedding process so easy for me read more

Shumaila and her team were amazing. I hired so cal event planners for 3 wedding events and I couldn't be any more pleased with their execution! She was the perfect wedding planner. Super attentive, gave us a lot of good advice, and reinforced good feelings about things that we had already done. My wife and I had everything pictured in our head, but weren't very good at bringing it together. Shumaila worked very closely with us to bring our vision to life. From day one she was there for us to ask any questions to and was such a great resource. The day of our wedding went so smooth. Shout out to Camila who was our personal assistant throughout every step of our wedding weekend. She was the sweetest! Thank you So Cal Event Planners for allowing us to enjoy every bit of our wedding by being such a huge stress reliever! -Sabrina & Umair read more

Hiring So Cal Event Planners was one of the best decisions I made for my wedding day! Shumaila and team were so caring, patient and helpful. Leading up to the day, I was a stressed out mess. I prayed it didn't carry over into the day, and it didn't thanks to SCEP's calming presence! They made my hubs' and my big day so carefree and enjoyable. We were able to take everything in and live it up, and didn't have to lift a finger throughout the jam-packed day. THANK YOU, SHUMAILA AND TEAM! My husband and I don't just love each other always and forever--we love So Cal Event Planners always and forever too! read more

Shumaila and her team are absolute rockstars. I can't recommend them enough (and have to everyone I know). As someone who was very stressed about their wedding, they really made the process more comfortable and totally had a handle on the day. My favorite part about their team is that when things went wrong (as they do), as the bride I had no idea and neither did my family. Shumaila, Alaina and Rose had it completely handled and no one was the wiser. As someone who has worked many events, that's a rare feat for event coordinators. They took care of me, my family and our guests the entire day and made it special for everyone. To many, hiring a day-of-coordinator may seem like an extra expense but it's honestly one of the best investments I made for my wedding. read more

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