Rima was recommended to me by a friend of ours who did their wedding and am glad she did. We hired Rima to do 3 of our indian wedding events and had about 400+ guests attended. We chose the day-of wedding services which still allowed her to step in 6 weeks out of the wedding date to help finalize details, create an itinerary, speak with vendors, tie loose ends, etc. She was on top with communication and even our photographer stated she was one of the best wedding planners he has worked with when it came down to communication. Although our itinerary was not finalized till the week before the date, it was thoroughly detailed and made me feel like everything was taken care of. On the day of the events, Rima and her team were very helpful in taking care of bride/groom and making sure everything ran smoothly and couldn't have been more happier with how everything ran on time. Rima was also very calm and collective throughout the process and intervened when we ran into some vendor issues with our hair/makeup the week before the wedding. She knew what steps to take and took action immediately. Overall I would definitely recommend Big Guava Events.

We truly cannot recommend Big Guava Events enough! From the very beginning, they were incredibly organized, professional, and genuinely easy to work with. We wanted a wedding planner who would truly understand our vision and help bring it to life, and they exceeded every expectation.

Planning a multi-day South Asian fusion wedding with many moving parts could have easily felt overwhelming, but their team made the entire process feel seamless and enjoyable. They were always responsive, detail-oriented, and thoughtful in every decision throughout the planning process.

What stood out the most was their attention to detail during the wedding weekend itself. Their team was extremely attentive and constantly making sure every need was met for us, our families, and our guests. Every event flowed so smoothly, and we were actually able to relax and be fully present because we trusted that everything was being handled perfectly behind the scenes.
Every detail reflected our vision beautifully, and so many of our guests commented on how organized, stunning, and well-executed the entire weekend felt. We are incredibly grateful for all of their hard work and care, and would wholeheartedly recommend Big Guava Events to any couple looking for a planner who is organized, attentive, creative, and truly invested in making your wedding unforgettable.

We worked with Big Guava for our January 2026 2-day Indian wedding in Orlando and had the best experience! From our first call with Rima, her positive spirit and genuine enthusiasm for this job were so clear. Leading up to our wedding, communications with Rima were very timely and open – we probably asked her the most ridiculous questions, and she was ready to help every time. During wedding weekend, her attitude and her team really made us feel relaxed. Kalgi and Sahil were the most helpful and kind people we could have asked to work with – whether it was helping get jewelry on or randomly appearing with margaritas, they truly did it all!

My husband and I got married Dec 2023 and we attended nine other weddings the same year. Without being biased, I have to say, I felt like our wedding was one of the better coordinated weddings we attended! Rima was meant to be an event planner! Her professionalism, friendliness, and meticulous attention to detail was exactly what we needed in a planner. She will listen to you and execute your vision. We went with the Wedding Management package, which primarily is a weekend-of option. Despite that, BGE goes beyond what is on paper to offer a unique hands on approach from the moment your hire them until your events. As a result, there is zero confusion on BGE's part on the day of your event which was definitely a stand out from some of the other weddings I attended. You will not be disappointed.

Do not worry if your wedding is not local to Tampa, you will never feel like Rima and her BGE team are not present to help with your wedding. My wedding was in the DC area and Rima was still present for all necessary in person checks and is always available for a video call check in. For my situation, Rima being a DC native was a major plus. She was knowledgeable of everything available for my market. I know she goes above and beyond for any other destination wedding.

There were a few last minute fiasco’s that happened before my wedding (as they do for all) and Rima intervened as quickly as possible to get the job done with out causing drama. Btw, she’s a favorite with elders. She will tell your elders to get it together when needed in the most calm and respectful way possible. No yelling at guests and family! My family really appreciated that. At a multi-day Indian Wedding, that deserves a gold medal. The entire team really made everyone feel special. Cheers to BGE!

Love,
Gautam and Taruna

Rima volunteered her services for my 2020 wedding. She showed up with the utmost professionalism and attention even though she was not being paid. The wedding was beautiful and covid safe.

BGE was an absolute lifesaver! Always available, she handled every detail with incredible professionalism and care during the hectic week leading up to 5 day wedding. Honestly there were things that didn’t go as planned ( as there always is) I didn’t even notice or know until other people told me weeks later. You need this team if you want an easy smooth wedding. It was worth every $$. Her calm demeanor and expert coordination made everything run smoothly, allowing us to truly enjoy the moment. From last-minute changes to flawless execution, she exceeded all expectations. We couldn’t have asked for a better partner in planning our dream wedding. Highly recommend!

We cannot say enough amazing things about Rima Shah and her incredible team at Big Guava Events! From the very beginning, Rima was professional, organized, and truly a joy to work with. She made the entire planning process feel easy and stress-free, and on the wedding day, everything went perfectly.

Rima’s attention to detail, calm presence, and ability to keep everything running smoothly was nothing short of amazing. We had so many guests tell us how seamless and well-organized the entire day felt—and that’s 100% thanks to her and her team.

If you’re looking for a wedding coordinator who’s not only experienced and talented but also kind, thoughtful, and incredibly helpful, look no further than Big Guava Events. Hiring Rima was one of the best decisions we made!

ima, you truly outdid yourself—thank you for making our celebration such a beautiful and memorable experience. We are incredibly grateful for all your hard work and dedication. We love and appreciate you all—it was an unforgettable few days! She did a fantastic job handling communication between all the vendors. We had a Gelato Cart and she even coordinated getting all the leftover gelato back to our house !

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We cannot recommend Rima and team enough! She was truly the backbone of our wedding weekend, flawlessly coordinating every detail for our 400-guest celebration in Jacksonville, Florida. From the moment we started working with her, she made the entire process seamless, ensuring that every vendor was on the same page and that nothing fell through the cracks.

She not only managed all logistics with professionalism and expertise but also anticipated our needs before we even realized them. When unexpected challenges arose, she handled them with grace and efficiency, allowing us to enjoy our wedding without any stress. Her organization, problem-solving skills, and dedication to making our vision a reality were unmatched.

Thanks to Rima , our wedding was everything we dreamed of and more. If you’re looking for someone who will go above and beyond to make your big day perfect, she is the one!

The Big Guava Team (Rima and Sahil, I mainly worked with) are absolutely a dream team. I don't often write reviews but their professionalism, friendliness and cordination skills warrant one. They truly care about the event and always willing to go an extra mile to ensure that the bride, groom and their families are at ease and able to enjoy their event by taking the pressure of them. They're also amazing at keeping great communication with other vendors. Many of our guests and the entire bridal party recognized their efforts in making our wedding hassel free for us. 10/10 recommend them for your event!