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For the couple who would like help with every aspect of planning for their wedding. Special attention is paid to designing a cohesive event with all of the aesthetic bells and whistles. Working side-by-side with you, we give you monthly tasks and reminders, recommend quality vendors, attend vendor meetings, help you realize your vision and then follow through by implementing all of the design aspects and coordinating the events of the wedding day.

We are your planning coach, your personal event designer, the keeper of your timelines and task lists and on the day of we are there for you so that you can enjoy every single second. This package begins immediately with no limit on communication and referrals!

Please visit our website at www.dogwoodgatherings.com for more information!

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Frequently asked questions

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

$3,000

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$4,500

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$6,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What is the hourly rate?

$50

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Full Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

How many planners are on your team?

2
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Reviews of Dogwood Gatherings and Events

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Dogwood Gatherings, led by Addie and her husband Mike, has received rave reviews from multiple couples for their wedding planning and coordinating services. The company is praised for their reasonable prices, helpfulness, and exceptional attention to detail. Addie's expertise and connections in the industry make the planning process seamless, and her recommendations for other vendors are highly appreciated. Couples also commend Dogwood Gatherings for their ability to handle unexpected changes and challenges, ensuring a stress-free and successful wedding day. Highly recommended for a wonderful and worry-free wedding experience.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Dogwood Gatherings, led by Addie and her husband Mike, has received rave reviews from multiple couples for their wedding planning and coordinating services. The company is praised for their reasonable prices, helpfulness, and exceptional attention to detail. Addie's expertise and connections in the industry make the planning process seamless, and her recommendations for other vendors are highly appreciated. Couples also commend Dogwood Gatherings for their ability to handle unexpected changes and challenges, ensuring a stress-free and successful wedding day. Highly recommended for a wonderful and worry-free wedding experience.

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Michelle F. Sent on 01/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing start to finish. She should charge 10x more for her services

The services that Addie and Dogwood Gatherings provide is the steal of the century. So reasonably priced for ALL that they do.

Addie herself is a delightful person and so wonderful to work with. I was a pretty apathetic bride without much of a knack for design and decor. She went above and beyond to cover my blindspots and make our wedding beautiful - all along the way intently listening to what we wanted and our budget.

Her recommendations and connections all over town for vendors makes her invaluable. She knows seemingly everyone in the industry here in Raleigh that made everything a breeze (some of whom even gave us discounts because we were working with her).

Dogwoods inventory of decor also saved us a small fortune. That is yet another added perk of working with them.

I cannot recommend Addie, her husband Mike, and this company enough. They are SO much more than "coordinators" -- they are there to help with anything and are just really great people.
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Darinka G. Sent on 04/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Addie is Amazing!!

We met Addie at our Venue’s open house and thought she would be excellent for our wedding. She was so quick to respond to our questions and gave great direction as far as where to look for vendors and get quotes for us. The day of our wedding Addie and her husband did an excellent job setting up our venue, making sure our vendors were on time, kept our timeline running smoothly, and just overall was wonderful to work with!! Do yourself a favor and hire Addie!!
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Kie'rra Sent on 11/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Addie is highly recommended, please book her for all of your events!

Addie planned a beautiful ceremony for my sister. It was literally the best day of her life. Addie was professional, attentive, and had great communication throughout the entire process. Thank you so much!
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Team

Addie Thompson
Addie Thompson
Owner - Lead Planner

Addie Thompson and her husband Michael own and operate Dogwood Gatherings and Events. With her love for wedding planning and a degree in Hospitality Dogwood Gatherings and Events blossomed into a Full Service Wedding Planning and Day Of Coordination Service.

“We both want to take a moment to say thank you to all our previous and future couples for allowing us to share in the best day of your life! Events are always better when we are together.”

Serving NC and Charleston with offices in Mebane and Wilmington!

Michael Thompson
Michael Thompson
Owner and Officiant

Michael joined the team in 2016 as our officiant and his role has grown ever since. You will most likely see Michael doing the heavy lifting but he has also been know to get caught on the dance floor during an event!

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