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Donovan-Groves Events

We are a Charlottesville based wedding planning firm, with an additional office in Georgetown for our Northern Virginia couples. At Donovan-Groves Events, we take pride in providing exceptional service throughout the planning process. From the first consultation through the final sendoff, we are available to assist you in creating your perfect wedding. Most importantly, we understand and appreciate that all weddings are different, and that all couples desire different levels of planning attention.

We only work with one couple each weekend to ensure you have our complete focus and attention.

Planning

Full Service Planning

Our Full Service Planning option guides you through every step of your wedding. We assist you in the planning of every detail and work with you in selecting the venue, photographer, caterer, musicians, calligrapher, officiant, and all vendors needed to build the perfect team for your wedding.

Partial Planning

Our Partial Service Planning option lets you decide the elements of the wedding with which you need the most assistance. We respect that there are aspects of the process you prefer to plan on your own, and we are happy to incorporate those into your overall event. Our packages allow for flexibility and help you make the most out of your planning experience.

Month-Of Planning

Our Month-Of Planning option is designed to assist our couples who require minimal planning assistance. We work with you in the final stages of your planning to help bring it all together and give you the freedom to enjoy your wedding day.

Other Services available

Rehearsal Dinner Planning

Brunch Planning

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Frequently asked questions

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

$2,500

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$4,500

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$7,500

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
Destination
Eco-Friendly
Military

How many planners are on your team?

2
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Darshna
Darshna D. Sent on 10/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Multi-day multi-event and multi-venue Indian wedding with 200 guests- Kelsey was our wedding planner

Kelsey was on top of everything. Towards the end she worked the entire weekend for us. She kept track of all our requests and minor details. She worked with multiple vendors on our behalf and took all responsibilities. She always kept a calm demeanor and has the best smile. It was a pleasure to work with her. She always put our needs first and made even unreasonable things we asked happen. She is truly the best. I cannot say enough about her. Her patience and attention to details is fantastic. If you have Kelsey your event will definitely be flawless and beautiful. She is very perceptive, flexible and caring. Thanks Kelsey!!
Eesha
Eesha D. Sent on 10/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The best! Excellent

The DGE Team is excellent. We were lucky to work with Kelsey as our wedding planner through DGE, and she made our wedding perfect. We had multiple events over a few days, and everything was seamless. No detail was too small--everything was organized to perfection. Kelsey is so sweet and bubbly as well. Such a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend DGE to everyone!!
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Arica C. Sent on 06/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

the BEST person to run your big day

Kelsey from Donovan Groves was our "day of coordinator" for our Charlottesville wedding in JUN 2023. She was SO MUCH more than a day of planner. She went so above and beyond and I never once felt stressed about planning my wedding or how it would turn out. I KNEW everything would be perfect in Kelseys hands. She was so so so worth it and I would hire her again 100x over
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner

Real Weddings

Matt & Kristina
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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Rabbi Vanessa Ochs, wedding officiant Rabbi Vanessa Ochs, wedding officiant Wedding Officiants

Adam Groves-Donovan is, in my opinion, the best in the business. I am always thrilled when I get to work with him, and not just because he is so very professional--he is also so sincere, generous, and best of all--chill and reassuring at the right moments.

In Full In Full Wedding Bands

Adam is THE BEST!

Big Ray & the Kool Kats Big Ray & the Kool Kats Wedding Bands

We have worked with event planners all over the country, and only a very few stand out in terms of style, class. elegance and a sterling ability to lead a first class event. Adam and Donovan Groves Events are the cream of the crop.

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