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With more than 20 years of experience, Barb Wired is a trusted name in wedding and event planning throughout Richmond and Charlottesville, Virginia.
Led by founder and Charlottesville native Barbara “Barb” Lundgren our team is committed to delivering personalized, seamless celebrations with exceptional service and attention to detail.
Together, Barb and Sarah bring decades of industry expertise, creative vision, and logistical precision to every event. From elegant vineyard weddings to chic city celebrations, we’re passionate about curating meaningful, stress-free experiences tailored to each couple’s unique story.
Barb has over 25 years of experience in event planning, including private estate parties, school events, exchange programs, and large-scale fundraisers. A graduate of the Leadership Charlottesville Class of 2000, she launched Barb Wired that same year and now leads up to 35 weddings annually across Virginia and beyond. Sarah, who started as an intern in 2016, now oversees event operations and planning logistics, bringing a fresh perspective and high-touch client care to every celebration.
Services Offered
Barb Wired offers a full spectrum of planning services to meet the needs of busy couples at any stage in the process:
- Complimentary initial consultation
- Budget planning and financial tracking
- Custom event design and styling
- Full and partial planning packages
- Timeline creation and task management
- Curated vendor referrals and management
- Contract review and vendor communications
- Weekend event coordination and execution
Serving Charlottesville, Richmond, and Beyond
We proudly serve couples across Charlottesville and Richmond. Whether you’re envisioning a romantic vineyard ceremony, a refined city celebration, or a weekend-long gathering, our team is here to bring your vision to life with professionalism, creativity, and warmth.
- Woman-owned
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Reviews of Barb Wired
Review summary
Barbara and her team at Barb Wired Events receive glowing reviews from multiple satisfied clients for their professional, organized, and attentive approach to wedding planning. Clients express high levels of satisfaction with Barbara's ability to understand their vision, coordinate details flawlessly, and make the wedding day stress-free and enjoyable. The team's communication, vendor recommendations, and meticulous attention to every aspect of the event are highly praised, ultimately leading to beautiful and memorable wedding experiences. Overall, clients highly recommend Barb and her team for their expertise and dedication in creating unforgettable weddings.
Best coordinator in Charlottesville
Hiring Barb Wired Events was the best decision I made and I can’t recommend her enough!!!
The best wedding planner
Barb’s expertise and guidance throughout the entire process were invaluable. She was always available to answer our questions, provide insights, and offer support, ensuring we felt confident every step of the way. On the day of our wedding, her team worked tirelessly behind the scenes to create a seamless experience for us and our guests. Every detail was flawlessly coordinated, allowing us to fully enjoy our special day without any stress.
Thanks to Barb and her team, our wedding was perfect. We received countless compliments from our guests about how everything was perfectly planned and executed. We are forever grateful for their hard work and dedication, which made our wedding day truly unforgettable!
If you’re looking for a wedding planner who is not only talented but also genuinely cares about making your day special, we wholeheartedly recommend Barb and her team!
Above and beyond
A must have for your wedding day!
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I love Barb! Just wonderful to work with, with a creative and flexible vision, artful style, and a down to earth reliability that makes her brides love her. And her staff is as amazing as she is! Wonderful.
Barb and her team are fantastic to work with! They are incredibly efficient and thorough and our clients love them - we cannot say enough good things about Barb Wired!
