Best Event Planners in Ottawa

Organizing an event can mean stress for many, especially when there are so many times to tick off on a long party planning checklist.

For moments like this, a good event planner can come in handy. And that is the exact reason why this list of the best event planners in Ottawa was made for you.

Before we move on to the list, though, let’s first find out how much event planners usually charge these days.

How much do event planners charge in Ottawa?

Rates can vary depending on factors like the event planner’s years of experience and educational level. But to give you an idea of how much they charge, below is a table of their average hourly rate:

Level	Average Hourly Rate
Entry-level	$18
Mid-level	$24
Experienced	$31

The Best Event Planners in Ottawa

To get the best firms that provide event planning services, we used the following metrics:

Years in business – While years in the business do not always equate to expertise, it does teach these professionals lessons that help them get things done efficiently and excellently. 

Services offered – We considered event planners that provide a wide array of services.

Responsiveness – We also factored in their responsiveness to customer calls and other inquiries.

Customer satisfaction – We narrowed down our choices to businesses that generally have good customer feedback.

1. RSVP

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★★ (5/5)
Services Offered	★★★★★ (5/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★✩ (4/5)

For event planning needs, RSVP is one of the go-to places. It has a decent array of services for various occasions — from corporate events and photo booth rentals to weddings and decors. 

We like that RSVP specializes in corporate and business events. It has handled countless occasions such as product launches, conferences, and award ceremonies over the years. 

We also like that its services extend to theme party management. The best part is that it can customize your party to match your preferences.

RSVP also takes pride in its professional staffing for all sorts of events. It carefully selects a team based on clients’ unique requirements.  

If you’re tying the knot soon, RSVP also offers wedding planning services, which include packages, coordination, and decors. We also found it interesting that it has special services that are designed for South Asian weddings and other multicultural events.

To add some fun to your event, you might also want to try its photo booth rental services. 

We like that the company offers free consultations so you can discuss your vision with an event planner and be hands-on in its execution.

The only downside is that the complimentary consultations are limited to about 20-30 minutes. Despite this, we still think that RSVP is a good place to visit if you need some help for an upcoming event.

Customer Reviews

Truly wonderful

“Ella and Alison went above and beyond to make our wedding perfect. They were truly wonderful to work with and I would recommend them to anyone.” — Roxane J V, Google Reviews

Personable, professional, and punctual

“We have been working with Ella and RSVP Events for many years and we always receive excellent service. Our clients range from weddings to corporate and all of them say the representatives from RSVP Events are always personable, professional and punctual. You can trust this company for the very best friendly service for any occasion. Brian Henry – President Quality Entertainment” — Brian Henry, Google Reviews

2. It’s a Bree’s Weddings & Events

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Services Offered	★★★★★ (5/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

It’s a Bree’s Weddings & Events is a good place to visit if you need some help with an upcoming event. Its services range from weddings and rentals to life celebrations and corporate events. 

It is also a member of the Ontario Wedding Association (OWA) and Small Business Event Services Association (sbESA) in Canada. 

Today, It’s a Bree’s Weddings & Events provides services for various kinds of events. Whether that’s a kid’s party, a baby shower, or a fundraiser, the company has got you covered. 

We like this event planner because it offers a 1-hour consultation and ensures complete communication during the entire planning process.

For its wedding services, customers can choose from various packages that would match both their needs and budget. We like that its packages are customisable, so you get the event that you’ve been dreaming of. 

One thing that caught our attention is its Life Celebration service that plans events after a loved one’s death. We think that this is a good way for people to grieve with less stress.

If you’re into decorating your event, you may opt for its rental services. Among the decorations you can rent include a blush antique settee and cylinder glass vases.

Unfortunately, no price guides were provided on the website. So be sure to first discuss the rates before signing the contract.

Customer Reviews

Always had a great experience

“Hiring Bree as our day-of-planner was the best Wedding decision we made!!! Bree went above and beyond her duties, and without her expertise we couldn’t have gotten through the day! Bree made herself available 24/7 to us, and anything that we needed she was there to help! Thank-you for helping our day go off without a hitch, it was an absolute dream!!!” — Tracy Lynn, Facebook

Hearing aids and support are top-notch

“We hired Bree pre-pandemic to help plan a large wedding. With constantly changing restrictions, we decided to have a backyard wedding instead. Bree was so helpful during the whole planning process. On our wedding day, she and her team took care of everything so that we’d have the perfect day.” — Kimmy Nguyen, Google Reviews

3. All in One Events

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Services Offered	★★★★★ (5/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

With various services offered, All in One Events might just be what you need for your next special occasion. It has accreditations from the Special Events Certification Council and Algonquin College, which is known for its school of hospitality and tourism.

The company offers services for different types of occasions like weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events. It can also provide complimentary event services such as on-the-day event coordination, photography, menu tailoring, and location rentals. 

It also has decorations like backdrops and centrepieces you can choose from. To cover all event needs, it has entertainment services that extend from DJs and live bands to musicians and dance performers. 

One of the things we like the most about All in One Events is that you can book a consultation with it for free. 

Rula Sharida, the founder, specializes in artistic silk floral backdrops and handcrafted centrepieces. She has expertise in making customised favours for any type of event. 

We, however, think the company should consider including more details about its services on its website. We also think that price guides should be provided. 

Nonetheless, we think that All in One Events is a good option for event planning and deserves a visit.

Customer Reviews

They will never disappoint

“Rula and her team are incredible! She is  blessed with  an unparalleled talent I’ve ever seen. She planned my first AND second son’s baby showers, baptism, birthday parties & my friend’s wedding and I can never explain how meticulous, professional and passionate she is ! She’s been so helpful and fun to work with since day one.  She needs Zero supervision – telling her what your vision is, surely is enough for it to come to life. Rest assured that you will be beyond impressed !!! The decor in every party was simply  phenomenal, elegant and breathtaking – I still don’t know how she did it. I recommend Rula & All in One Events because they will never disappoint!.” — Wissam Sharida, Google Reviews

Such a creative mind

“Rula is absolutely amazing. She has such a creative mind and is able to envision every little detail of your event to make it the most magical night ever. It was such a pleasure to work with her and I look forward to working with her again for all my future events !!” — Tala Khoury, Facebook

4. Balance InStyle

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★★ (5/5)
Services Offered	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

Being in the business for 15 years, Balance InStyle has become one of the nicest places to visit when in need of some event planning. Apart from specialising in concierge services for both personal and corporate needs, it also offers wedding and event services.

One of the things we like about Balance InStyle is its proposal concierge services. It helps with   everything needed for a successful proposal, including the location, decorations, and even the ring and diamond selection, which we think is really great. 

It can also arrange a surprise engagement party complete with photography and videography. 

Balance InStyle specialises in wedding events, handling every aspect of it from flower decorations to DJ services. The best part about this service is that it limits its clients annually so it can provide undivided time and attention to your wedding needs. 

While we think limiting its annual clients is good, this might not sit well with other potential customers as it makes it harder to book the company. 

Communication-wise, we like that Balance InStyle understands the need for unlimited calls, emails, and in-person meetings to get things done. 

Its high level of customer service has bagged the company some relevant awards like the Couple’s Choice Award in 2014 and the Bride’s Choice Award from 2011 to 2014.

Another thing that caught our attention is its Events InStyle service. Through this, it can provide solutions for all your event needs, including food and beverages. 

Customer Reviews

Highest quality results

“Balance InStyle is a concierge service that seems capable of taking on any task, solving any problem, and meeting any challenge.  Amanda and Jill, the dynamic, talented and resourceful, and exceptionally charming duo who run this service promise, and deliver, results that are guaranteed to please their clients.  When small issues arise, they are quickly resolved.  It is a first-class operation that offers the highest quality results at the lowest cost.  One word of caution:  we suspect this service is addictive and are already thinking of our next project.  Highly recommend this firm.” — Joseph Stern, Google Reviews

Eight years of great collaboration

“Working with Balance in Style was efficient, plaisant and satisfactory. When you don’t have time to organize things (such as your massive 50th birthday party), they will do everything for you. My concierge, Jill, was available, always happy to help, knowledgeable and just simply adorable! She made my special day a day to cherish for ever! I would recommend Balance in Style for all you needs – they have also helped me with house sitting, finding a nanny, a handy man, a decorator and more. Eight years of great collaboration. Thank you!” — K G, Google Reviews

5. Sizzle with Decor

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★★ (5/5)
Services Offered	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

Sizzle with Decor is a full-service event planning company. It specializes in customized planning and coordination services, as well as designs and décor for various occasions.

Over the years, it has earned some relevant awards such as the Top Choice Awards – Ottawa’s Best Décor Company and the Ottawa Wedding Awards – Ottawa’s Best Décor Company.

We like that Sizzle with Decor provides a wide array of wedding and event planning services. Its wedding planning usually begins with a personalised consultation where details and expectations are set. 

Another thing we like is that it offers complimentary consultations to help discuss your vision. If you’re planning to throw a birthday party or any special event, the company will deploy event planning managers to help you.

We love that the company offers a full-service designer décor, which complements its other event planning services, which include day-of-coordination, event logistics, and professional referrals. 

Its balloon architecture, the newest service on its list, is also worth mentioning.

Looking at its website, it would have been better if price guides were provided for each service offered. Since it is also busier on Fridays and weekends, responses to requests might experience some delays. 

Nevertheless, Sizzle with Decor remains a good choice for event planning needs.

Customer Reviews

Blessed to have found them

“Probably the nicest and most accommodating people I’ve ever worked with in the wedding industry. Estrelita and Elias even drove out to our home to make sure everything was OK for our big day. They took the time to make sure we didn’t miss anything and were very comforting when we were nervous that our reception wasn’t going to go well. I feel so blessed to have found them! Thanks guys!” — Daniel Badre, Google Reviews

Support was immeasurable

“Estrelita and Elias are both INCREDIBLE. I was planning a large scale dinner, which had a lot of last minute changes, and they were both so accommodating, patient and helpful. The morning of the event I had requested for a larger table and additional linens to be brought over to the venue and they went above and beyond to source the table and linens and bring them over without a worry. To have both Estrelita and Elias’s support was immeasurable and I highly recommend using their services if you are looking for stunning decor pieces and an even more amazing (if possible) team behind it. Thank you both again!! — Laura van Zutphen, Google Reviews

6. NP Events

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★★ (5/5)
Services Offered	★★★★★ (5/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

NP Events is an event management company wherein they offer holistic and all-around expertise when it comes to organizing events such as the venue, music, stage, décor, and social media concerns among many others.

Fully geared and networked to make just any event memorable to their clients, they make it to a point to consult with clients and get their ideas and preferences in crafting the live event of their dreams.

New clients can also easily view their past outputs on their events gallery readily accessible on their website to get a better glimpse of what approaches they can do and what is suited for the event that they intend to hold.

Aside from this, they employ a team of multidisciplinary staff who have years of combined management experience so clients can be assured that their event is in reliable hands and that they will also be adequately updated at all stages of the said event.

Overall, equipped with the right connections and diverse range of expertise regarding live event management, we highly recommend them to clients residing in Ottawa to check them out and inquire about their services.

7. eSAX Virtual Events

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★✩ (4/5)
Services Offered	★★★★★ (5/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

eSAX Virtual Events is a community that hosts entrepreneur networking events to help small businesses grow and make a valuable impact on both society and the online world as well. With core values such as knowledge, cooperation, and networking, they can provide an excellent balance of personality and engagement in all the events they host.

We like that they are able to provide a virtual event platform wherein they are able to accommodate a variety of events such as conferences, workshops, and presentations which can range from two participants to more than a thousand.

This makes their services highly flexible and adaptable, especially during today’s pandemic situation and as the need for contactless meetings increases.

Clients get to work with a multidisciplinary team of experts that are diversely experienced in every aspect of event planning from the hosting, technicalities, and the implementation itself and ensure clients that they will have a stress-free experience with them.

Overall, with their past clients commending them for their opportunistic interactions, good organization skills, and a large network of helpful connections, we highly recommend them to clients looking to host a full-scale event on any online platform they prefer.

Customer Reviews

Here are some reviews from their clients:

“Excellent opportunity to learn, network and meet entrepreneurs. Jarrod and the organizing team did a great job. Great networking atmosphere and space.”

“Great leadership from the panel and the sponsors. Jarrod, I know many appreciated your leadership and these combined efforts for entrepreneurs.”

8. Runaway Picnic

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★★ (5/5)
Services Offered	★★★★★ (5/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

Runaway Picnic is an enterprise that offers luxurious and premium pop-up picnics in any location within the Ottawa area to clients who wish to have something special for any event such as date nights, proposals, micro weddings, and other intimate gatherings as well.

Among the pioneers of their services, they can bring to client quality and themed designs which are all easily aesthetic and will guarantee an excellent experience from the get-go.

With comprehensive packages and add-ons such as catering, floral, photography, tabletop fire pits, and private butlers upon request, clients can easily customize the amenities and the package that they wish to avail of.

However, note that their rates for elopement package can go up to $100 per additional head. Now you may say that, that is expensive, but to be honest with you, this is the most affordable package as it includes numerous services  that are considered at value compared to other wedding services.

Another good news here is that they can also plan date nights and group picnics which are priced differently and at a much lower cost!

Overall, with premium and consistent food and décor and with extensive knowledge of the various beautiful sceneries in the area, we highly recommend them to clients looking for a unique and fun way to spend their intimate gatherings outdoors.

Customer Reviews

Here are some reviews from their clients:

“Juwana created a honeymoon escape for my husband and I to celebrate our first day as a married couple. Thank you so much for your hard work. We can’t wait to have another picnic.” – Crissy Derrick

“The executing of the “luxury romantic” picnic I chose could not have been more beautiful and perfect. This business is a great idea and I was glad to treat my wife to something more unique and magical – she felt very special to be treated like this. Thank you Runaway Picnic!!” Chris Michael

9. Caroline & Company

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★★ (5/5)
Services Offered	★★★★★ (5/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

Caroline & Company is a company that provides a plethora of services and connections when it comes to organizing the dream wedding of its clients. Having relocated to Ottawa back in 2010, they have since then been offering hands-on wedding organization services to clients in the area.

We like that their team is tight-knit and is able to offer bespoke services to small-scale and intimate weddings to make the whole event memorable, stress-free and timeless.

From styling services to coordination, they can extend services to couples within the areas of Ottawa, Gatineau, and Montreal may it be in French or English.

Aside from this, their rates are readily available on their website wherein clients get a comprehensive description of each package so they can readily choose which one best suits their ideal wedding.

Though note that due to their limited workforce and a relatively small team of professionals, they are only ideally able to accommodate small-scale weddings.

Customer Reviews

Here are some reviews from their clients:

“I was very impressed with the quick response and professional service I received! I wanted clear charger plates for my wedding and I found this company only a few days before the date, so the timely responses were very much appreciated.” – Sophia Christian

“Caroline was really quick at responding. We wanted ”LOVE” Marquee letters and we we’re able to reserve them very quickly. Delivery and pickup service was very fast and on time. The letters we’re gorgeous and a big highlight of our reception. I would highly recommend Caroline and Company to anyone looking for beautiful decorations.” – Stephanie Gigoux

10. Flame Delights

Criteria	Ratings
Years in Business	★★★★★ (5/5)
Services Offered	★★★★★ (5/5)
Responsiveness	★★★★★ (5/5)
Customer Satisfaction	★★★★★ (5/5)

Flame Delights’ tag line is “your next level of awesome” and we’d just have to agree.

They’re a well-renowned planning and event organization that promises thoughtful and customized celebratory events. With that, they truly set the bar high for such.

What we like about them is how meticulous they are. They don’t miss a single thing because they always carefully consider each and every detail!

We love how they also cover everything—budgeting & scheduling, catering & decor, sourcing & logistics, site selection & permits, transportation & parking, you name it! Like we said, they pay high attention to details.

We think they’re great at what they do and have such an eye for design! They’re worth considering as your next event planner.

11. Erica Irwin Weddings & Events

Erica Irwin Weddings & Events is a company that offers a variety of stress-free, convenient, and fun-filled experiences for clients looking to arrange their special day. Manned personally by their founder, clients can work closely together with her to make the wedding and event of their dreams possible along with her team of professionals as well.

We like that with her extensive years in the industry, she was able to forge valuable relationships with various wedding vendors and venues in the Ottawa area to make the whole process much easier for the client.

Commended for her smooth planning process, pleasant personality, and high-end creativity that has made various weddings in the past possible, clients can be sure that their needs and preferences are prioritized in all aspects of the wedding.

Though she doesn’t have a variety of packages readily available so clients who wish for their own set of services from her could contact her for more information along with the rates as well.

Overall, with their organized and patient dream team of professionals, hassle-free procedures, and valuable professional planning advice, we highly recommend her to clients in the area who are in need of wedding planner services.

Customer Reviews

Here are some reviews from their clients:

“José and I highly recommend this wedding planner as she will be able to tackle anything that comes her way. She prioritizes her clients and allowed us to fully enjoy our wedding day as she took care of all the logistics.”

“José and I highly recommend this wedding planner as she will be able to tackle anything that comes her way. She prioritizes her clients and allowed us to fully enjoy our wedding day as she took care of all the logistics.”

12. SEA AND SILK EVENTS

Since their debut in 2017, Sea and Silk, which was inspired by a passion for all things related to events, have significantly expanded and grown. They are composed of a passionate, diligent, and committed team who delight in realizing the aspirations of their customers. They believe that planning your wedding should be an experience for you, and they want to be there for you at every step of the way.

They concentrate on creating distinctive, customized weddings for elite couples around the world. They are here to inspire you, help you see the possibilities, and direct you as you plan. They are here to streamline your planning process and leave you speechless when you first walk into the venue on your wedding day.

Checking their services, they primarily do wedding event planning. They are ready to mix classic styles with a modern, daring twist to express your personality and tell your narrative. No two weddings are the same, and they take pride in making each planning experience unique to each couple.

Customer Reviews

We cannot thank Amanda enough for making our dream day a reality!

“Where to begin… Amanda was excellent to work with throughout the wedding design and planning process! We first hired Amanda to design our wedding at Evermore and help us create a cohesive look for all design elements for the ceremony and reception spaces. As our wedding day approached we decided to hire Amanda for month-of planning. She helped put together a detailed timeline and coordinated this with our vendors. We asked Amanda for three things: romantic, timeless and fun… Amanda and her team delivered on all these points. We cannot thank Amanda enough for making our dream day a reality!” – Stephen Holland

We fully trusted her during the process and it paid off

“We heard about Amanda through my husband’s sister who had hired her as a day of coordinator for her wedding. We decided to reach out to her. From the beginning of our journey, Amanda has been a pleasure to work with! She has that special something that immediately makes you feel comfortable and you can tell that she is truly passionate about her work and cares deeply for her clients. We hired her and her team to design and coordinate our wedding and our only regret is not to have hired her for the full planning!! She was always available to answer questions and was very quick to do so. She is so knowledgeable about the wedding industry, she provided us with great advice, was always very flexible and offered a lot of support especially with all the up and downs of planning a wedding during a pandemic. She was always positive and was never bothered with my indecisiveness! We fully trusted her during the process and it paid off – our wedding décor was simply stunning!! We highly recommend Amanda from Sea and Silk.”  – Ariane Ferland

13. Ottawa Elopements

Ottawa Elopements is a women-owned business dedicated to creating unique wedding experiences for their clients. They have been in business for quite some time now, and they have shown their prowess in planning outdoor weddings.

Their wedding planners are highly experienced and knowledgeable about wedding planning, so you can rest assured that your wedding will be nothing but beautiful. They specialize in wedding coordination, styling, design, and more – allowing couples to customize their wedding day just the way they want it.

In addition to wedding planning services, Ottawa Elopements also provides elopement packages for those looking for a smaller wedding celebration. These packages include all of the necessary elements for an intimate wedding experience without any fuss or hassle.

The team is always on hand to help you create the perfect day without breaking the bank. So if you’re looking for trustworthy event planners in Ottawa that offer quality products and services at reasonable prices, then look no further than Ottawa Elopements!

14. Snookie Lomow & Associates Inc

We find that Snookie Lomow & Associates Inc (SLA) is a seasoned event planning company with over 25 years of experience, specializing in organizing both in-person and virtual events.

The company is led by Snookie Lomow, who holds impressive credentials in hospitality, convention planning, and meeting professional certifications.

With over 25 years in the industry, we like how SLA has a deep well of experience in planning and executing successful events. Snookie Lomow’s extensive background, including certifications and leadership roles in high-profile events, underscores the company’s expertise.

SLA is adept at handling a wide variety of events, from cultural festivals to fundraising galas and business development seminars.

Their ability to manage both in-person and virtual events makes them versatile and adaptable to different client needs.

The company has a particular strength in organizing events that focus on cultural exchanges and business development. Their experience in these areas, especially with international clients, is a significant asset for clients looking to create impactful, cross-cultural events.

As a one-stop shop for event planning, SLA offers a full suite of services, from concept development to execution, which we like about them.

This includes handling logistics, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring that every aspect of the event runs smoothly.

We recommend them!

FAQs about Event Planners in Ottawa

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With all the countless options in the market, finding the best event planners can be a challenge for most. But with this list, we hope that we have helped make things a lot easier for you.

For other event-related needs, check out the following articles: 

• Best Photographers in Ottawa
• Best Wedding Venues in Ottawa
• Best Catering Services in Ottawa

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