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Alison to the Altar is a premier design and production company that is based in Ocean City, Maryland. Owner Alison Sappington has years of experience in event planning for a wide range of events through her fundraising for many local non-profit organizations.

Together with her team of experts, Alison to the Altar offers a one-stop-shop experience for couples, from florals design, full production, coordination and rentals. The company enlists a team of award-winning professionals with their own unique approaches and reputations for executing beautiful events. Alison and her team have over 10 years of bridal, reception, and event experience between them, customizing events for each couple based on their vision and needs. We offer a complimentary consultation in our studio in West OC!

Services Offered
Alison to the Altar provides event planning and officiant services for various types of weddings such as civil unions; interfaith, religious, and non-religious ceremonies; vow renewals; elopements; double weddings; and many more. Their services also include the following:

  • Full-Service Production (design planning)
  • Florals and Design
  • Custom Rentals
  • Lighting and Draping
  • Month of Coordination
  • Beach Packages
  • Officiating
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

$1,650

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$650

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$3,500

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

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?

Day-of Coordination
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Elopement
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

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Alison and her team deliver compassionate, highly organized wedding planning, coordination, and floral/decor services that make the day stress-free. They’re responsive, handle last-minute issues and bad weather smoothly, and offer helpful vendor recommendations. Couples rave about the stunning florals and flawless execution.

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Alison and her team deliver compassionate, highly organized wedding planning, coordination, and floral/decor services that make the day stress-free. They’re responsive, handle last-minute issues and bad weather smoothly, and offer helpful vendor recommendations. Couples rave about the stunning florals and flawless execution.

Taylor
Taylor Sent on 12/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Alison is amazing!

Alison is amazing! I don’t even know where to begin when it comes to appreciating our wedding planner, Alison To The Altar!!! On a day that could have easily fallen apart because I was so sick, she became the calm, caring anchor holding everything together. Alison handled every need behind the scenes and ensured I did not have any added stressors. With total grace she handled details I couldn’t even think about in the moment. She pulled all my tiny details together without bringing any stress into my day. Our weekly phone calls leading up to the wedding also brought clarity and calmness to me during the wedding planning phase!

What meant the most was her genuine compassion — Alison didn’t just “do her job,” she checked in constantly, kept me comfortable, reassured my family, and still managed to execute the day flawlessly. Because of Alison, our wedding still felt magical, intentional, and full of joy. Sean and I are beyond grateful and truly could not imagine our day without her!
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Samantha Sent on 09/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Coordinator

Alison is amazing! If you are planning a wedding on the Maryland Eastern Shore you want to hire her wedding coordination services! She helped us think through all the details during the wedding planning process, provided day of coordination to make sure all our vendors were arriving on time, ran our rehearsal, and put together the most beautiful bouquets, boutonnières, table arrangements, and alter flowers. I can’t rave enough about Alison and her team! Because of them, our wedding went very smoothly and we were able to enjoy the day stress free.
Lanae
Lanae Sent on 08/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Look no further!

Alison was amazing! We hired her for our wedding in Ocean City, MD on May 30, and I am so glad we did. From start to finish, we knew that Alison was the real deal. We first met her in her office in West O, and I could tell immediately that she was the right choice for us. She was knowledgeable and professional, yet laid back and easy to talk to. She made sure she was working to bring our vision to life every step of the way.

On the day of the wedding, Alison arrived with her team and wasted no time executing the wedding of our dreams. There were small hiccups, but she handled them effortlessly and kept me calm during stressful moments. From the vibrant ceremony decor to the classic and chic tablescapes in the reception area, everything was a 10 out of 10. As an Ocean City beach girly, it was important to me that I could see both my personality and my husband’s reflected in our wedding. It was everything we wanted, a beachy, bright, yet classically chic celebration that we will remember forever, and it was exactly that.

I highly recommend her to any bride looking for a seasoned planner who is familiar with the area, local venues, and vendors.

Thank you again for everything, Alison!

(Images by Pat Robinson — please credit when sharing. Instagram: @patrobinsonphoto)
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Mollie Sent on 07/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Alison to the Altar Made Our Wedding Unforgettable!

Alison was an outstanding wedding planner and florist for our beach wedding in OCMD. Her communication was prompt and supportive, ensuring a stress-free process. She recommended top-notch vendors from caterers to photographers, who perfectly aligned with our vision. Her organizational skills and vendor connections saved us money without sacrificing quality. Our guests are still raving about her gorgeous floral designs, especially the custom arbor and bouquets she designed. We highly recommend Alison to the Altar for her warmth, expertise, and ability to make your wedding day bloom from start to finish!
Julie
Julie Sent on 06/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

If I could give Alison more stars, I would!

I just had my wedding on June 7th, and Alison could not have done a more amazing job!! It rained, it poured, the sun came out, it was a wild day for weather and she never faltered and made sure I had the best day regardless of the weather!
Throughout the wedding planning process, Alison was extremely helpful and made sure my Type B butt stayed on track. There are so many things I would've missed if it hadn't been for her!
We had check-in calls throughout the process, she gave all sorts of amazing vendor/detail recommendations, we laughed and shared funny wedding experiences, and I never once felt uneasy about the wedding and how it would go after our check-in calls. Alison gave me so much confidence that our wedding would be perfect, and it was!
If you need someone to provide you with the best recommendations, a kick in the butt to stay on track, the confidence that your wedding will be perfect no matter what, and a friend to laugh and smile with, Alison is your coordinator!!

Did I mention she also does florals, has decor rentals, AND can officiate weddings? She's basically a one stop shop for all your wedding needs!
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Jackie Sent on 05/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Book Alison Today!!

Alison made our day so much better! She was so friendly and easy to talk with throughout the months leading up to our wedding day. On the day of, she took care of everything. From setting up the entire room with decor rentals, to florals, to coordinating all the vendors--she took so much work off of our shoulders. I can not recommend her more! She will make your wedding day not only stress free but magical and beautiful.
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Megan Sent on 08/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend!

We had Alison to the Altar as our florist and month of wedding coordinator. Stephanie was awesome to work with! She was so down to earth, professional and was able to keep our rowdy group organized. Alison perfectly executed the colors of our flowers and they both gave great recommendations throughout the planning process. We can't thank them enough for making our big day so special!
Nicole
Nicole Sent on 07/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST you can get!

I cannot recommend Alison and her team enough! From beginning to end she was responsive, organized, and so supportive. She researched to find the best vendors that fit our needs and budget, helped us navigate contracts, and gave us so many options. Alison was there for us in every shape, way, and form.
10 days before our original wedding date my mom passed away - the compassion she and her team had was incredible. She was kind and sensitive, and she helped us regroup and plan our elopement quickly. I seriously could not have asked for a better planner and support system for our big day. If you want your wedding planning to be a smooth, stress-free process, have Alison be your planner!!
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Anita Sent on 06/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

She took care of flowers , beach wedding. Twinkling lights. Centerpieces. Everything was beautiful.

Everything was perfect. Alison and her team are great. They took care of everything and made it beautiful.
Carletta
Carletta Sent on 06/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fairytale wedding!

I have nothing but great things to say about Alison! The wedding was nothing less than perfect. It was the dreamiest fairytale wedding any bride could wish for! If you need someone by your side to make your day perfect . She's your girl!! Thank you so much Alison at the Alter !!
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Awards

144
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Hilton Garden Inn Ocean City Oceanfront Hilton Garden Inn Ocean City Oceanfront Hotel Weddings

Alison and I have been working together for over 1 year and I can't say enough about her and her team of experts. She is so professional and can provide you with so many ideas and options for your beach wedding. Alison is well connected in the Ocean City area and if you have an idea, she will make it happen for you! I highly recommend Alison to the Altar for all your ceremony and wedding needs.

Sugar Rush by Theresa Sugar Rush by Theresa Wedding Cakes

Alison's cheerful personality and attention to detail make her a one-of-a-kind wedding coordinator! She has always been on top of her events and a pleasure to work with. Every set-up I've seen has been beyond beautiful. I highly recommend Alison to the Altar to any bride or groom for their most important day! She will go above and beyond on any level of service.

Little Miss Lovely Floral Design & Event Decorating Little Miss Lovely Floral Design & Event Decorating Wedding Florists

Alison is magnificent! She is always going the extra mile for her brides & couples. She listens carefully to her brides and brings their vision to life. I love working side-by-side with Alison to the Altar and recommend her to all of my brides!

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