Alexander SumnerOkay, let’s be real—planning an event is no small feat. Between wrangling guest lists and figuring out how much cheese belongs on a Philly cheesesteak bar, it’s enough to make anyone’s head spin.
I’ve tried doing it all myself, and let’s just say my attempt at DIY decorations ended with glitter everywhere… including on my cat.
Honestly, sometimes the best move is calling in the professionals. Lucky for us, Philly is packed with super-talented event planners who can turn even the wildest Pinterest dreams into reality.
To help you skip the stress and get straight to celebrating, I’ve rounded up the best event planners in Philadelphia who know how to throw a bash worth bragging about.
How much do party planners charge in Philadelphia?
Party planners in Philadelphia typically charge $800–$3,000 for day-of coordination. Partial planning usually costs $1,500–$4,000. Full-service event planning often ranges from $4,000 to $10,000 or more.
1. All About Events, LLC
Address: 1136 Arch St #413, 19107
Contact Details: (267) 534-4707
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Saturday – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Sunday – Closed
I’ve worked with All About Events for a major celebration, and their reputation in Philly’s event scene is well-deserved. Since 2006, they’ve stood out as a woman-owned firm with exclusive ties to Reading Terminal Market.
Their experienced team is especially skilled at weddings, large celebrations, and corporate events, whether local or international.
One thing I appreciated was the comprehensive nature of their services. Whether I needed help with the big picture or just last-minute details, their planners handled everything with impressive professionalism.
They went beyond logistics, suggesting creative touches and custom layouts that made the event feel truly personal. Having someone else manage vendor coordination and timing was a game-changer for my stress levels.
However, their focus on luxury and a high-touch experience means they’re probably best suited for clients who want something polished and are comfortable with a higher price point.
If you’re looking for a simple, budget-friendly event, this might not be the best fit.
Absolutely incredible from start to finish
“We recently worked with All About Events for our grand opening ribbon-cutting event, and I cannot recommend them enough! Bree and her team were absolutely incredible from start to finish. Every detail was handled flawlessly, and they went above and beyond to ensure our event ran smoothly. The best part? After the event, the team had everything cleaned up and restored so quickly it was as if nothing had happened! We’ve received nothing but glowing feedback from attendees. If you want a stress-free, professionally executed event with a team that truly cares, look no further than All About Events. Bree, you were amazing!”
– Tiffanie McFadden, Google Review
Every detail was planned and executed
“I wish there were more than five stars to rate All About Events. Sarah, Andrea and Nikki are absolutely outstanding, and they were a joy to work with on our daughter’s wedding. Every detail was planned and executed to create the vision that our daughter and son-in-law had for their special day. From the initial planning call to the end of the wedding reception (almost a year and a half), the team from All About Events was with us every step of the way. The vendors that they curated for us did an amazing job, and Sarah and her team coordinated every detail. All About Events provided the signage and paper goods for the event. They were very creative and the perfect touch ~ thank you, Nikki! It was very easy to communicate with them ~ They really went above and beyond, responding to us very quickly regardless of the day or time. Sarah even came up with some very special surprises for our daughter and son-in-law. Truly Fantastic! I would hire All About Events again in a heartbeat ~ They are true professionals and really wonderful people. ❤️”
– Maryellen Seeley, Google Review
2. Elegant Events Planning + Design
Address: 7300 Shelbourne St, Suite 2, 19111
Contact Details: (888) 549-7526
Operating Hours:
- Open 24 hours daily
Elegant Events Planning + Design, led by owner Donielle Warren, brings a level of credibility that’s hard to miss.
Their work has been featured in major national and local wedding publications like The New York Times and Philadelphia Wedding Magazine. Seeing their attention to detail firsthand, it’s easy to understand why.
They are especially well regarded for wedding planning, with deep experience in Indian weddings, multicultural and interfaith ceremonies, and fusion celebrations.
Their full-service planning covers everything from vendor selection to timeline management, making the experience remarkably smooth.
In-house floral and decor design, supported by a virtual design studio, is another highlight. I was impressed by how collaborative and intuitive the process felt.
You can experiment with ideas visually, but the team always knows exactly what will translate beautifully in real life.
However, Elegant Events’ expertise is strongest in weddings. If you’re planning a corporate, nonprofit, or highly specialized non-wedding event, their experience in these areas may be more limited.
Very knowledgeable about vendors to use and customs/traditions
“I had such an amazing experience working with Elegant Events to plan my wedding! It was important to me that my planner had experience with Indian weddings and I am so glad I chose Donielle and her team. She is very knowledgeable about vendors to use and customs/traditions, and all the details that go into Indian weddings (and weddings in general). Additionally, Donielle and the team made the whole planning process easy and relatively stress free, which was a huge plus, especially since I needed some help with my vision and what I wanted for my wedding. The day of coordination services were also fantastic. Everything ran incredible smoothly and we didn’t have to worry about a single thing during our wedding weekend. I would highly recommend Donielle and her team for planning your wedding!”
– Somdutta Mukherjee, Google Review
Met with us several times to really understand our vision and concept
“When I got engaged and my husband and I decided we wanted to have a camp wedding, I knew right away I’d need a wedding planner. I’m not the creative type, work full time in a high stress job and knew I didn’t need the extra pressure of planning a Thursday-Sunday wedding weekend alone. Donielle was referred to us by a friend of a friend who was also using her for planning their wedding and highly recommended her. We met with Donielle and knew after our first meeting that we wanted to work with her on our wedding. While Donielle had not planned a camp wedding before, she let us know that she was absolutely interested in adding this to her portfolio and assured us she’d be involved in every step of the process. She did her due diligence in meeting with us several times to really understand our vision and concept, and then her team was quick and diligent in finding several potential venues within a time frame of about 1 year out. She accompanied us to our first visit to a venue 3 hours away. She was extremely knowledgeable at the visit and based on her expertise I felt comfortable moving forward with the venue. Even though the venue (camp) was in somewhat of a remote area, she and her team found us multiple options for each vendor with the goal of creating an ELEVATED camp experience for our reception. While our initial concept and vision changed throughout the course of the year somewhat, she worked with us to make sure we nailed down everything perfectly and when we hit the limit of where we wanted to be budget-wise, was understanding and worked with us to make sure that we achieved our vision without pushing beyond the limits of our boundaries. I truly would not have been able to pull off this camp wedding of our dreams without her and her expertise and advice, and was able to rely on her throughout the process to make sure deadlines were being met, decisions made in due time, etc. I also really appreciated the software that she uses to keep projects and planning in line. Donielle stepped up every chance she had to take some of the planning burden off us. She is professional, friendly, approachable, and was even key in helping the bride manage some family drama the night of the event, which I greatly appreciated. Her assistant day-of, Donna, was also an absolute angel and we very much appreciated her help as well. Highly recommend, 10/10 service.”
– Caroline Kegerreis, Google Review
3. DPNAK Events
Contact Details: (570) 561-4118
Operating Hours:
- Open 24 hours daily
DPNAK Events is led by Danielle Pasternak, who has been planning weddings since 2009.
Something I genuinely noticed (and couples kept raving about) was DPNAK’s flexibility. If you want someone to guide you from your first vendor inquiry all the way through the last dance, Danielle’s signature coordination is thorough and completely hands-on.
But if you just need a few hours of her expertise to solve a tough planning dilemma, they offer hourly consultations and strategy sessions that are genuinely useful.
One bride described booking a session as “the best decision I made all year.” Instead of fitting couples into a fixed box, Danielle tailors her support, which makes a huge difference.
Style-wise, there’s no cookie-cutter approach here. Everyone I spoke to mentioned how Danielle encouraged them to lean into who they are, ditching trends in favor of what felt authentic.
Just a heads-up: DPNAK doesn’t offer in-house floral or decor, so you’ll need to work with a separate florist if you’re hoping to bundle everything.
Tailored every detail to reflect our personalities and vision
“Working with Danielle was truly one of the best decisions we made during our entire wedding planning process. From the very beginning, she went above and beyond to understand us as a couple and tailor every detail to reflect our personalities and vision. Throughout the process, Danielle handled every situation — even a few personal challenges that came up along the way — with incredible sensitivity, professionalism, and care. Her thoughtful recommendations and calm presence made us feel completely supported. She was *incredibly* responsive and brought her expertise and experience in the wedding industry when helping us make informed decisions. Because of Danielle and her amazing team, our wedding planning felt smooth and stress-free. On the day itself, we were able to be fully present and truly enjoy every moment knowing she had everything handled — from décor to vendor coordination and all the small details in between. She even remembered my Grandmother’s name at the rehearsal! We can’t recommend Danielle highly enough. Every couple deserves to have someone like her in their corner as their “wedding person”. She made our day not only beautiful, but genuinely joyful and unforgettable.”
– Marirose Sartoretto, Google Review
An absolute dream to work with
“Danielle and the team at DPNAK Events were an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. Danielle is incredible – she is reliable, available, and prompt in her responses. She stayed in constant contact with us throughout the planning process to keep us on track and sent regular reminders to ensure nothing slipped through the cracks. Danielle answered all of our questions quickly and thoroughly, making the planning process seamless. Her level of work ethic and attention to detail is truly exceptional. Danielle is so personable and really took the time to get to know us, ensuring our wedding day perfectly reflected our personalities. On the day of, Danielle kept the entire wedding party organized with detailed itineraries and discreetly checked-in with us to make sure we were where we needed to be. In the whirlwind of the event, Danielle’s exceptional planning and execution allowed us to fully enjoy our special day. We are beyond grateful for Danielle and the DPNAK team and cannot recommend them highly enough.”
– Ellen Moretzsohn, Google Review
4. Pine Hill Events
Contact Details: (484) 832-8934
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Sunday – 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Pine Hill Events is a full-service event planning company led by founder Jean Kintisch, who brings more than 25 years of experience in event planning, fundraising, and public relations.
Unlike some planners who focus strictly on weddings, Pine Hill handles a wide range of event types. For weddings, they offer full, partial, or day-of planning to meet couples’ needs at any stage.
Private celebrations receive the same level of care, from sweet sixteens and milestone anniversaries to intimate family gatherings. Even more understated events, such as memorials or showers, are handled with a calm, reassuring presence.
They also manage corporate events, such as conferences and launches, with professionalism and logistical expertise.
What sets Pine Hill apart is flexibility. Instead of rigid packages, clients can choose from full-scale production, “Event Check-Up” services, or hourly consulting, tailored to their specific needs.
The main caveat is pricing transparency. Fixed rates aren’t published, and custom quotes are only provided after an initial consultation, which may require extra upfront effort for budget planning.
Willing to be as hands-on or hands-off as we liked
“I cannot recommend Jean & Allison enough. From the start of our process, Jean made it clear she was willing to be as hands on or hands off as we liked, which led to a very “low-pressure” working relationship. When we called her, it felt like chatting with a friend, a friend who was incredibly incredibly “in-the-know” for who to book and help coordinate your day-of. Jean recommended us catered lists that led to us booking our DJ, Photographer, Videographer, florist, and venue. Not only that, but once our venue unexpectedly burnt down 9 months out from the wedding, Jean was there to keep us sane and find a new venue in record time. Allison was our “Day-of-coordinator” and TO THIS DAY I do not know if anything went wrong at our wedding. Everything felt so put-together and tightly run that I didn’t even think about “what could go wrong”. Allison had everything under control, so my wife & I could focus on enjoying our day/night. If you’re thinking about booking Pine Hill, you’re on the right track. And if you don’t, you’ll be wishing you did on your wedding day.”
– Nick Garisto, Google Review
Lightened my load and made the whole experience delightful
“I’m so thankful that I had Jean working with me to plan my husband’s 50th birthday party. I needed someone to give me ideas, confidence and a helping hand on the day of the party. She truly lightened my load and made the whole experience delightful. The best part was being able to arrive at the party with my husband and have everything already set up and ready to go. Thank you Jean!”
– Emily Brunner, Google Review
5. Kross Kulture Events
Address: 1516 N 5th St, 19122
Contact Details: (954) 945-1103
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Saturday – 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Sunday – 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Kross Kulture Events delivers elite, customized experiences both locally and internationally. My friend recently worked with the owner, Trevia Nunez, who brings 30+ years of experience in travel and celebration planning.
Their celebration events include birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions, with VIP touches such as estate rentals and personalized tours.
They start with a free 30-minute consultation, then handle bookings and logistics once the client confirms their vision.
My friend especially appreciated how every detail, from private chefs to personalized tours, was taken care of. She could relax and enjoy the celebration without worrying about hiccups in the planning.
Kross Kulture is known for blending global sophistication with personal storytelling. Their reach across Europe, Africa, Mexico, Asia, and the Caribbean made their destination celebration truly immersive and unforgettable.
The only caveat is their focus on luxury and exotic destinations. For simpler, local events or smaller budgets, this level of service might feel more premium than necessary.
Pays attention to the most minute detail
“Kross Kulture Events is a company that pays attention to the most minute detail to make sure their attendees experience is extraordinary. I have been an attendee to several Kross Kulture Events and I always leave blown away from the experience. In addition, I have had the pleasure to work with Kross Kulture on their events as a floral designer. Together we have created some memorable moments.”
– Jessica LeBron, Google Review
Organized such a fantastic event
“I am thrilled to share my experience at the 1st women connect and unwind experience retreat in Carriacou, Grenada. It was truly an amazing event where women connected on a deep level of empowerment and human design for their lives. The bonding time, catering chef service, and excursions on the catamaran were all highlights of the retreat. I absolutely loved every moment and cannot wait for the next one. Thank you, Kross Kulture Events, for organizing such a fantastic event. Warm regards, Trevia Nunez”
– T Nunez, Google Review
