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About

On WeddingWire since 2015

Coastal Events, LLC is a full-service wedding design, planning and coordination company located in Chesapeake, Virginia. Owned by expert wedding planners Kari Braca and Marci Bowen, this firm strives to reflect their clients’ personalities through exceptional services and beautifully orchestrated wedding details. Organized, responsive and gracious, the team at Coastal Events will organize an event as bespoke and beautiful as you.

Services Offered

Coastal Events, LLC offers a range of planning packages to fit your needs. These packages are subject to change depending on budget and needs. Book a consultation at the earliest to let them in on what you are looking for and they will even tailor an a la carte package just for you. Event services offered include the following:

  • Day-of coordination
  • Consultation
  • Partial wedding planning
  • Event supervision
  • Full wedding coordination
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$1,500

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$2,400

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$3,600

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

How many planners are on your team?

2 for the price of 1!
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Kari and Marci are highly praised and recommended by multiple reviewers as exceptional wedding coordinators. They are described as organized, attentive, and detail-oriented professionals who go above and beyond to ensure a smooth and stress-free wedding day. Reviewers appreciate their helpfulness, communication, and ability to handle any issues that arise behind the scenes. The overall consensus is that they made the wedding day truly magical and exceeded expectations.

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Kari and Marci are highly praised and recommended by multiple reviewers as exceptional wedding coordinators. They are described as organized, attentive, and detail-oriented professionals who go above and beyond to ensure a smooth and stress-free wedding day. Reviewers appreciate their helpfulness, communication, and ability to handle any issues that arise behind the scenes. The overall consensus is that they made the wedding day truly magical and exceeded expectations.

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Jessica E. Sent on 12/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Coordinator

Marci and Kari both were amazing! They paid attention to all of the fine details that I wanted to include in my day. They made sure everything was decorated and perfectly placed. They made sure I was completely taken care of and made all of the things happen behind the scenes that wouldn’t have been possible without them.
Stephanie
Stephanie L. Sent on 10/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Daughter's Wedding

Both Marci and Kari were Great!! They helped with all my questions and concerns about the preparations for our Daughter's Wedding. Everything turned out beautifully and went very smoothly. If any issues did arise, I was not made aware, as they kept everything organized and professional. I don't think there were any issues though... 🥰
We would highly recommend these fabulous ladies to anyone and would certainly use them again ourselves... we do have other children, so who knows!! Thank you so much for such a magical day and wonderful experience!
Emma
Hakeem B. Sent on 10/25/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best!!

Marci and Kari were the best day of coordinators we could have asked for! They are warm, fun, and extremely organized. They made sure to go over every little detail with us before the day so it would run smoothly and we wouldn't have to stress about anything. While the day mostly went perfectly, there were a couple of unavoidable issues like the tent heater not working. However, we didn't even know that had happened until the day after- they really prioritized making our day stress free. It was truly the best day of our lives, thanks in large part to Marci and Kari! Highly, highly recommend!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

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You are in good hands with Kari and Marci as your planners!

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