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About this vendor

Gavin Esham Events specializes in forward-thinking event planning and design, blending a rich theatrical and artistic background to create deeply experiential and thoughtful celebrations. Believing that good taste is an inherent quality rather than a matter of price, the team aims to elevate every wedding by crafting a truly bespoke atmosphere. The core mission is to transform each couple's unique vision and voice into a tangible reality, ensuring that every detail—from the master timeline to the final design schematic—seamlessly reflects their personal story.


Features

LGBTQ+-owned

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 1 year in business

  • We speak English

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FAQ

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

$2,200

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$3,800

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$7,500

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$125

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner
Engagement Party

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Non-Religious
Religious
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Reviews of Gavin Esham Events

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Gavin is an exceptional, highly organized wedding planner who calms stressed couples and manages every detail from rehearsals to vendor coordination. He’s responsive, budget-conscious, and consistently goes above and beyond. Weddings run smoothly, look beautiful, and feel truly enjoyable. Highly recommended.

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Gavin is an exceptional, highly organized wedding planner who calms stressed couples and manages every detail from rehearsals to vendor coordination. He’s responsive, budget-conscious, and consistently goes above and beyond. Weddings run smoothly, look beautiful, and feel truly enjoyable. Highly recommended.

Christina
Christina Sent on 08/31/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Event Planner GURU

Gavin was INCREDIBLE to work with! He listened to our ideas, heard what we were saying, and helped us execute the perfect wedding day. He never tried to ‘sell’ us something extra or ‘add on’ anything that was out of our budget. He was very real and upfront every step of the way. He offered awesome alternatives to ideas we had that saved us money, and made our wedding day go so smoothly. He reeled us back in when we were straying too far off the path! Our wedding went off without a hitch and we never knew if anything went wrong. He made connections with his contacts to help us pull some last minute decor things together and became a beautiful friend by the end of the process. He bowed out gracefully at the end of the night and has remained the top person I have recommended to people (everyone I know or meet) over the years. Whether you’re looking for full fledged wedding/event planning or just someone to help guide you through the process- Gavin is definitely your guy!
K
Kate Sent on 09/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Magic Man!

Hiring Gavin was quite simply the greatest decision we ever made for our wedding.
When we were about halfway through the planning process, we found ourselves completely overwhelmed. Between balancing our schedules and running into frustrating communication hurdles with our venue (which, while gorgeous, presented its fair share of logistical headaches), the joy of planning was quickly turning into stress.
That’s when our best friends, Lindsay and Maria—who had both worked with Gavin in the past—insisted, "Just call Gavin right now." So we did. From our very first phone call, we instantly connected with him. He was exceptionally kind, responsive, and reassuring.
When we met in person, it was even better. We felt an immediate sense of ease and knew we could completely trust him to bring the vision in our heads to life. And he didn't just meet our expectations—he went above and beyond in every single way. Not only did he seamlessly steer us through some tricky venue dynamics, but he also supported us with design concepts and all the personal touches that made our day truly ours.
On the wedding day itself, Gavin was everywhere at once, handling every detail with total grace and expertise. Because of him, we were actually able to sit back, relax, and have the absolute best time of our lives. When we walked into our reception room and saw it fully set up, it was an exact what we had dreamed up—we never could have pulled it off without him by our side.
If you have the chance to work with him, treat yourself to the Gavin Esham experience. He truly is the magic man.
Chelsey
Chelsey Sent on 07/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Creativity, Professionalism and Shenanigans...who could want more?

There are some people in the wedding industry who are simply meant to do what they do, and Gavin is one of them. As an artist and stationery designer, I truly appreciate how collaborative, thoughtful, and knowledgeable he is. His understanding of weddings and events is extraordinary, and it shows at every turn in every interaction.
One of the things that stood out most to me was the trust he places in his vendor team. He brings together talented professionals, communicates exceptionally well, and allows each of us the freedom to do what we do best. That kind of confidence and collaboration creates a seamless experience for everyone involved, especially the couples who have placed their trust in him.
He has a genius for bringing together all of the details that most people overlook, allowing couples to simply enjoy the day, their closest people, and each other.
If you're looking for someone who will advocate for you, guide you, and still leave room for a little (or a lot of) shenanigans along the way, Gavin is your person.
Ella
Ella Sent on 06/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

When your vendors rave about your coordinator

Gavin was more than just a day-of coordinator. He visited our remote wedding venue the day before the wedding to lead the ceremony rehearsal as well as the Thursday to help us look at the reception layout. He went above and beyond to make sure the day went smoothly. Gavin ensured we had built in extra time into the day so that we didn't feel rushed during the photos. We had a Jewish wedding ceremony which involved some additional bells and whistles and Gavin leaned in to make sure he understood and executed those details. While I have only planned my own wedding, our other vendors attend weddings all the time, and our photographer let us know he was the most thorough day-of coordinator he had ever worked with, while our makeup artist said she loved him and asked how we found him. The day of the wedding went very smoothly. I don’t think Gavin arranged for the weather to be so nice, but if he had, we wouldn’t be surprised! Gavin, thanks for taking on the final details and ensuring it was a truly special day.
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Nancy Sent on 01/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Whisperer

In complete frustration over the increasing details of wedding planning, I happened upon Gavin and immediately felt compelled and confident in handing him the reins. At our first meeting he told me he would be my "wedding whisperer" and that sealed the deal. Always quick to respond, provide advice when needed and very personable and witty. Our family loved him. He provided the most comprehensive, impressive timeline that covered everything! Best decision ever.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 10/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Destination Guru

I don’t even know where to begin — working with Gavin for our destination wedding was an absolute dream come true! He made the entire planning process feel effortless, organized, and (dare I say) fun — even from thousands of miles away.

Every detail, from coordinating with vendors to creating a seamless timeline, was handled with such professionalism and care. Gavin anticipated things I never would have thought of and made sure everything ran flawlessly on the big day. I was able to truly relax and enjoy every moment, knowing we were in the best hands possible.

Our wedding turned out to be everything we imagined and more — stunning, joyful, and perfectly “us.” Guests are still talking about how beautiful and well-organized everything was!

If you’re considering hiring Gavin for your wedding — especially a destination celebration — don’t hesitate for a second. He is truly a magician in the world of weddings and made our dream day a reality. 💕
M
Mairin Sent on 08/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Your go-to wedding planner

Planning my wedding has been a dream of mine since I was a young girl. I envisioned talking to all of my vendors and giving them my visions, setting up the venue, decorating my seating chart, and coming up with our timeline for the best day of my life. About 6 weeks before my wedding, I panicked in the midst of all of my documents and tote bins full of decor. I realized I could not do this all myself AND have a stressed and care-free day. This is where Gavin came in- ready to save my perfect day. He knew what I needed and delivered it without stress or panic, despite the tight timeline we had at that point. He immediately put my mind at ease. He helped orchestrate the perfect timeline, walked us through our rehearsal, and made sure our day ran with the utmost grace. He worked with my vendors that day and helped set up my decor so that the venue looked like my dreams coming to life. I cannot recommend Gavin Esham Events enough, to all of the brides and grooms searching for a seamless and perfect day. You can trust him with all of your visions, worries, and “musts”- he will deliver it all, and then some 🤍
Amanda
Amanda Sent on 08/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Just Fabulous

I couldn’t have been happier or more thankful for having Gavin as my day of wedding coordinator. I loved planning my wedding, but I was set on having a day of coordinator to minimize stress on the big day. Well, with Gavin, there was no stress at all! I didn’t have to worry about a single thing because I knew based on how thorough and organized he was from the beginning, he would handle everything we needed to make sure the day went smoothly. I can still remember getting ready when Gavin came in and said the florist couldn’t find the boxes I dropped off. After confirming what I gave the florist, he said “Don’t worry, I’m on it” and I knew I didn’t even have to give it another thought. From setting up at the venue, coordinating with vendors, keeping the day to the timeline, and even helping to bustle my dress - he does it all - and so well! From a very type A bride, I truly couldn’t recommend him enough.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 08/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best!

Gavin was truly a lifesaver in our wedding planning. With my husband finishing cancer treatment, a new business on my plate, and the stress of wedding details, I was completely overwhelmed. Gavin stepped in with calm, kindness, and incredible organizational skills that made everything fall into place. Thanks to him, I could actually enjoy my engagement and wedding instead of drowning in stress. He’s professional, compassionate, and truly gifted at what he does. I can’t recommend him enough!
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Gavin Esham
Gavin Esham
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Mairin Sutkowski
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