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Encore Events is a custom decor design and rental company based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Started in 2005 by Yvonne Arendt, Encore Events has helped hundreds of couples bring their dream weddings to life. Yvonne has more than 30 years of experience planning events and keeping an eye on the details; bringing dreams to life is her passion. Whatever your budget, you're in good hands with Encore Events.

Products Offered
Encore Events will help you design your dream wedding from top to bottom. Whether you want to do the decorating yourself to save money or prefer to use Encore Events' team of experienced decorators, Encore Events will work with your ideas, style, schedule, and budget to perfect your big day. From ceiling draping to linens, Encore Events has a wide range of products, so don't be afraid to dream big and exploring their following items:

  • Chandeliers
  • Backdrops
  • Table runners
  • Vases
  • Arches
  • Ceiling draping
  • Centerpieces
  • Ceremony decor
  • Chair covers
  • Floral decor
  • Head tables and/or cake tables
  • Linens
  • Sashes
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for wedding lighting?

$100

What lighting services do you provide?

Chandeliers
Lanterns
Outdoor
String

What decor services do you provide?

Delivery
Drapery
Event Design
Setup

What decor items are available?

Backdrops
Table Runners
Vases
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93% Recommended by couples
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Lm Hurl Sent on 05/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Two for two--Still amazing!

In 2019 I hired Encore Events for my daughter's wedding decor. We were having the reception in a church gym, and Yvonne transformed that space into something MAGICAL! (Check the Google Review that begins with "Very rarely will I give "5 stars" on everything, because I think it doesn't look as "real", but honestly, I can't think of any area deserving less!")

Fast forward 4 years, and I had another wedding reception to host (and one which was thrust on me on short notice), and I was thrilled to find Encore Events again. (So many vendors went out of business because of the pandemic.) She was as responsive, helpful and creative as I remembered, and took my fractured vision and filled in the gaps to make it amazing (while easing my stress all the while). We were in a tent in my backyard, and her suggestions and expertise made it amazing.

Yvonne is a pro. She knows her stuff. While her service and superpower is the decor, I also received valuable advice and consulting when I suffered paralysis of analysis. (This platform doesn't allow video, so here is a link to a quick shot as we were in the final stages of setting up. https://photos.app.goo.gl/nCLvMzhDkvkXyszX6)

If my youngest marries in Minnesota, I WILL be calling Encore again! Yes, I gave 5 stars for everything, and I can't imagine giving less.

Whether you are a DIY-er, or you need full service, Yvonne will take great care of you.
P.S. Please don't judge her work on my lousy photos. I stink at taking pictures. :) But they will give you an idea of what she did. Our event ran from 6pm-9pm, so you'll see a light and dark version!
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Ria T. Sent on 05/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Great Light Setup!

Great service and the lights were amazing! We used the cafe lights to add ambience and it was exactly that, beautiful!
Jamie
Jamie Sent on 05/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

She is so great and affordable :)

We had a great experience working with Encore Events.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Stanley's Northeast Bar Room Stanley's Northeast Bar Room Restaurant Weddings

Encore events has so many great items to choose from. Stanley's used Encore events for an Open House and had many compliments on our linens, centerpieces and window draping.

Silks & Images Silks & Images Wedding Florists

Yvonne is imaginative and a pleasure to work with.

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