Emily is THE absolute best! Her amazing organization, attention to detail and calming presence were…read moreso helpful throughout wedding planning and especially came in handy on our big day. Her organization resources, contact sheets and lists she went through with us in our final details meetings were unbelievably helpful as well. She completely removed the stress from the weeks leading up to our wedding and made our big day feel totally seamless. She also traveled from Durham all the way out to the Outer Banks for our wedding, having never seen our venue before our rehearsal and she still knocked it out of the park. I can never thank you enough for coordinating our day perfectly! xoxo

We worked with Eva with EKEvents for our wedding and it was everything we could've asked for and…read moremore. Eva helped us out so much in getting organized, connecting our vendors, and helping us execute the vision of the colorful disco nerd wedding of our dreams. She also helped us keep to schedule and just did such an amazing job. We felt SO comfortable with her and her team! I HIGHLY recommend working with them!!

Nice place for an event. I'm here for a work meeting and it's nicely decorated. Looks as though it…read morecould easily hold 100 people. The room can be set up to serve food. Neutral colors throughout to go with any color scheme. Restrooms are on both sides as well as a water fountain. Nice carpet and tiles. There is a fireplace which adds a nice touch. They also have a podium, projector and screen. Pretty versatile place from my first impression. I didn't set up the event so I can't speak on customer service or pricing. Also the parking lot seemed a little small but there may be more I am unaware of. It's across from Whole Foods/ Luna's Living Kitchen so the bus does run here.

From the owner: Our 3,000 square-foot Great Hall accommodates large meetings, conferences, banquets, parties,…read moreweddings, workshops, fundraisers and more. The Blue Hill Event Center at Extraordinary Ventures provides you with a variety of tables and chairs, kitchen and prep area, audio/visual equipment, access to high-speed internet connections, multiple meeting rooms and parking for 100 cars.

American Party Rentals made our wedding so much easier! At no point did they upsell us. Rather,…read morethey figured out what we needed and the look we were after and spent a lot of time going over different ways we could get that look affordably. APR has a good variety of options for you to play with. And it does feel like playing! It was a lot of fun to mix and match tableware and linens to see how the different combinations looked. Cedrika could not have been more lovely when we visited--she was so personable and easy to work with. In fact, we had another appointment scheduled at a different rental provider, and after spending the morning with her at APR, we cancelled the other appointment. Our wedding was at the Museum of Life and Science in Durham, and I was thrilled with how seamlessly APR worked with the museum. After we chose our rentals, we had to do very little--the rest went through the venue, even when we had to make some last minute changes to accommodate changed table sizes. The rentals were delivered on time, they looked great, they were reasonably priced, and it was an easy process. I highly recommend this company!

The staff was very professional. They were on time delivering and picking up the items we used for…read moreour event. Very friendly and respectful when entering home to pick up items. Highly recommend

The most magical birthday ever thanks to Glitz and Glamp! I…read morecan't say enough good things about our experience with Glitz and Glamp! We booked them for my daughter's 9th birthday sleepover, and it was absolute perfection from start to finish. The team was so warm, professional, and incredibly detail-oriented--they made the entire process stress-free and fun. The theme we chose was "Taylor Swift" and they completely transformed our back yard into a karaoke paradise, with a stage, a large teepee style tent, plush bedding, pillows, floral touches, and personalized name signs for each guest. The girls were in awe when they walked out, and I honestly think I saw a few jaws drop! They also set up a beautiful picnic table with themed tableware and treats that made everything feel so special. The attention to detail was amazing--everything matched perfectly. My daughter said it was her "best birthday ever," and I completely agree. If you're looking to create an event that your child (and their friends) will never forget, Glitz and Glamp is the way to go. Worth every penny and then some. We're already talking about booking them again next year!

From the owner: At Glitz & Glamp, we turn ordinary moments into unforgettable celebrations. Whether it’s a magical…read moreindoor sleepover, a chic outdoor picnic, or a luxe spa party, every detail is thoughtfully designed and styled to bring your vision to life. We offer unique themes, plush tents, balloon garlands, personalized touches, and fun add-ons like karaoke, cotton candy machines, and even a 50-foot Glam Bus! We believe kids are only little once, and we’re here to help families make the most of that time with parties they’ll remember forever. From the first planning step to the final twinkle light, we take care of it all, setup, breakdown, and everything in between so you can relax and enjoy the magic. Our setups are as functional as they are fabulous, and everything is designed to be completely customized to your space and style. Based in Raleigh, NC, we serve the surrounding areas and bring the party straight to you. Let us take your celebration to the next level, glamorous, cozy, and completely unforgettable.

When we were planning a wedding from out of state, we knew we would need some help coordinating the…read moreday-of. From our first phone call, I immediately clicked with Amanda. She was enthusiastic, and had great tips on how to implement our ideas. She has totally customizable service, meaning you can choose the exact aspects you're looking for, within your budget. We hired Amanda for the day-of coordination - my fiance and I wanted to do the planning ourselves, but we needed help to make sure everything went smoothly on the actual day. We also added on catering guidance. Amanda worked in catering previously, and has a good handle of what to look for in catering contracts. She set up tastings with local caterers, and was able to accommodate our short trip in town. We met with Amanda at the venue a couple times, and she was always very responsive via email and phone. I know she handles a lot of events, but I never felt rushed. On the wedding day, everything went smoothly! I heard of tiny incidents after the fact that she took care of immediately. It was great to know that our wedding was in extremely capable hands, and my family and I could just enjoy the day. From the small things (making sure I had my shoes and phone in the getaway car) to the big things (making sure everything was on schedule!), she handled it all with ease and a smile. She has a great reputation in Durham, and I can attest that she lives up to the hype! I cannot recommend her enough!

From the owner: A Swanky Affair specializes in full service coordination, event design, and day-of production for…read moresocial and corporate events. Please contact us to discuss your event and to receive a custom proposal for your special occasion.

This was my second visit here and it's so fun. They have a nice variety of pieces to choose from…read moreand many colors of paint to choose. It's a relaxing, chill vibe and you've got two hours to work on your piece. They set up and clean up after your done. The turnaround time to get your finished ceramics is 3 days which is quick. Really enjoy this project with my granddaughter.

Not the best place for painting pottery. There's time limits to painting, whereas in other pottery…read moreplaces (like some in Cary) allow you to take as much time as you need. You have to make appointments and sign up for a time slot to paint. I guess it's typically not walk in, which is disappointing. There is an okay selection of pottery items to choose from. But the prices here are so much more pricier than other locations I've been at. Usually they provide a little "beginners guide" on how to begin, but there was none here. Won't come back but still got a cute plate out of it.

It's a bit of a hike out to Fearrington, but worth it for the change of scenery. It's a popular…read morevenue for weddings, with it's open-air country side and grazing cows. There's not really too much in the way of shopping -- a nursery, a cute two-story store with accessories, a cafe, a bookstore -- but the atmosphere is really inviting. Fearrington has several venues for events, including the main house, the Barn (which sometimes even partners up with McIntyre's for open-to-the-public author events), and smaller meeting rooms. So in addition to weddings, it's a good place for corporate functions. Lots of neighborhoods in Fearrington, too. If it's in your price-range and you don't mind the commute, it's a beautiful place to live. There's even a lake with surrounding trails.

I LOVE this place. Family and I went for Halloween this year. It was my first visit and it was…read morequite memorable. The book store is ABSOLUTELY gorgeous. I looked through their whole website because the people who work at Fearrington put a lot of love and work into the place. I didn't get to dine anywhere, but they have a restaurant and I think a take&go place. I could spend HOURS in the bookstore. My niece and nephew got to hear a story on Halloween. THe place was covered in pumpkin carvings and turnip carvings hanging from trees! SO cute. If I ever plan on getting married, this would definitely be an ideal spot for a reception, and possibly a ceremony. I've read about the Barn, and it was featured in the Today show. This would be a dream spot for any bride, I would think. Can't wait to go back when they light up for the holidays!!

We had Melody come for our daughter's 7th Birthday party. She had a two hour slot for us and stays…read moregenerally super busy and that is for good reason! CLOWN MIMI IS THE BOSS OF ALL ENTERTAINMENT! Imagine severely picky seven year old children all wanting to change your mind multiple times and wanting the perfect face paint and imagine someone delivering it each and every time with precision detail and love- that's Melody for you. She's unbelievably professional, extremely talented and her skill is unsurpassable. We are extremely grateful for her time and superb services for the birthday party. Older kids that attended were stunned by her precision and attentive details into the artwork. So much so, even my tween wants her here every year. Ms. Melody has an ethic to her art and she is without doubt, one of the treasures in the Triangle

Jazz, Melody's daughter, came for my daughter's 4th birthday celebration and my daughter (and her…read morefriends) had the BEST time! Toddler personalities didn't disrupt Jazz's flow to giving each child what they wanted for face-painting. So grateful y'all were available to make my daughter's day so special!!

Book your wedding reception at Bay 7. My husband and I had only considered locations in New Jersey…read morebefore we decided to host our wedding in NC. Upon making that decision, we only considered Bay 7 and The Pavilion. Bay 7 was the perfect spot for our many out-of-town guests. They were able to stay at a hotel within walking distance and explore the American Tobacco Campus when not at a wedding event. If you have ever been to the Angus Barn, you expect exceptional service at Bay 7 and you will not be disappointed. As vegetarians, we cannot vouch for most of the meals (though all our guests raved), though the vegetarian option we chose was delicious. Wendy, our contact, said that though it is not served at Angus Barn regularly, if we reach out before we head there, they'd even whip up our wedding meal for us! Wendy had everything covered. I had zero stress about the reception thanks to this team. I cannot recommend them highly enough. Thank you, Wendy and the entire Bay 7 team, for working with us to have our perfect wedding day.

We came here for a friends wedding and it was a super cute wedding venue. We had an amazing time…read more The cocktail hour started on the balcony and then we moved downstairs for dinner. The food was great and the servers were great. One thing I particularly liked was how the servers didn't take away your drinks when you went to the dance floor, which usually happens at weddings.