What we offer

services tailored just for you

PLANNING MADE EASY.
PARTIES MADE PERFECT.

Many couples start the planning process, only to realize that planning an event this momentous takes full-time focus & seasoned industry knowledge. Let us transform your season of engagement from stressful to smooth sailing, so you can focus on what truly matters most.

work with Lighthouse Events, & you’ll receive:

• An advocate in your corner that you can go to for support, whenever you need it.

• Access to your personalized planning software, anytime and anywhere.

• Peace of mind knowing that an experienced, dedicated planning team has your priorities at heart.

PHASES
OF OUR
PLANNING
PROCESS

01. welcome + Direction

Once we’re official, we’ll pop the bubbly and dive in by getting to know you more. You’ll gain access to your personalized online planning tools. With your priorities in mind, we’ll create a clear budget estimate, an initial timeline, and begin to construct your event design.

02. design + vendors

We tailor your design plan by considering details that matter to you, from linens to signage and everything in between. Our tried and true vendor list comes with trusted recommendations, contract reviews, and support in managing vendor communication. While keeping you on track, we handle the behind-the-scenes planning and strategizing.

03. logistics + final details

Every detail is tracked, confirmed, and finalized—from the completed design concept to the final walkthrough and polished timeline. We ensure everything is fine-tuned to the highest standards, with clear communication to your vendors and an easy-to-share version for your family and wedding party.

04. execution + management

This is the moment you’ve been waiting for: the culmination of all the hard work. As the magic of your weekend unfolds, we’re by your side from each setup’s start through to past the end of the celebration, ensuring every detail exceeds your expectations.

For your family. For your guests. For you.

Our process ensures a streamlined experience, from first planning steps through the event itself.
We are dedicated to crafting a tailored, intentional, and thoroughly enjoyable journey
that honors this extraordinary moment in your life.

our offerings

Crafted to fit your needs

MONTH-OUT
PLANNING

starting at $2500

Perfect for couples who have the details in place and simply wish to hand over the reins of the operation, our month-out service ensures the big day runs smoothly. We create your detailed timeline, act as the point of contact for all vendors, coordinate the rehearsal, and manage the day-of logistics—allowing you to be fully present and soak in the celebration.

FULL-SERVICE
PLANNING & DESIGN

starting at $7500

From vendor selection and budget management, to custom design and timeline creation, we work with every detail of your wedding. Our team guides you through the steps of the process, ensuring a straightforward and stress-free experience. On the big day, we execute your vision flawlessly, so you can relax and enjoy every moment.

INDEPENDENT CONSULTATIONS

$250/hr

Tackling planning on your own, but want a pro’s insight for your wedding? Our consultations offer our CEO’s expert guidance on tasks like reviewing vendor contracts, creating or managing budgets, or crafting realistic timelines. Whether you need detailed guidance, or just a little extra support, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity & confidence.

Are you ready to say yes and turn your dream wedding into a reality?

Embrace the joy of your engagement while we serve as your expert guidance,
effortlessly managing the details to lead you to your perfect day.

Let’s do this!
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What our clients have to say

They walked us through every small detail, helped me prioritize what was most important to me, helped me make each decision, recommended the best vendors, sent me reminder emails, and executed the entire event flawlessly.
leah n.
bride
They guided me through every step of the wedding planning process and created a day even more beautiful than I imagined. The day went by smoothly, with no stress and everything was stunning. They are professional, organized, patient, friendly and exactly what I needed!
marion e.
bride
They made our wedding vision a reality that exceeded our expectations! Our entire bridal party enjoyed working with the team and they kept everyone organized (in a fun way!)
Sarah M.
bride

FAQ’s

Planning any celebration requires time, effort, and investment, and weddings today come with a vast range of costs—consider the spectrum of intimate courthouse “I do’s” to extravagant affairs. For a 100-person ceremony and evening reception in the South in 2025, including a seated dinner, dessert, bar service, and dancing, you can expect to budget approximately $500 to $1,200 per guest, depending on your desired level of decor and entertainment.

A full service wedding planner like LIghthouse Events is like an architect, contractor and interior designer is to a new home build. Understanding the scope of what planners do helps to concept costs. We suggest anticipating between 5-15 percent of your overall event budget.

We recommend that booking a wedding planner be your first priority, or at the very least, done as soon as possible! The sooner we begin working together, the better we can assist you in researching and securing the vendors—and venues—that will best suit your special day. To ensure we provide the highest level of service to our full-service planning clients, we accept bookings a maximum of 15 months in advance and no less than 4 months before the event.

While offering an excellent service experience, Lighthouse distinguishes itself in one major way: our deep-rooted expertise and industry connections, fostered by our luxury parent company, Beckon Events. With over 15 years of experience and a comprehensive understanding of wedding planning intricacies across the South and beyond, the Lighthouse team benefits from cross-training and ongoing education with the Beckon team. This makes Lighthouse Events the most powerful tool in your wedding vendor toolkit.

Our team takes on no more than 10 events annually. While we have the capacity to take on more with our exceptional team of assistants, we are passionate about delivering high-quality experiences for our clients. To maintain this standard, we take on only one couple’s event(s) per weekend, ensuring that your primary in-office planner—with whom you work closely throughout the planning process—is also the one onsite to serve you on your special day.

For 2025, we are focusing on Upstate South Carolina, Northern Georgia, and Central and Western North Carolina.