Rachel and her team were truly incredible! At the start of wedding planning, we really did not know how much help we needed. We hired Rachel to not only coordinate our wedding a month out but also design the entire day from start to finish. She was attentive, flexible, and the perfect advisor/coach/partner for couple that had a vision, but lacked the know-how and connections to execute. She was there every step of the way, offering suggestions, keeping us on schedule, and ensuring that everything, from florals to music to the color of plates, was seamless.

We've had friends describe the stress of wedding day and we cannot relate all due to Rachel and team. Neither of us touched our phones, lifted a finger, or were stressed about any logistics from the moment we woke up till we went to bed due to the trust we had in Rachel and team.

We are beyond grateful for Rachel and cannot stop recommending her to everyone we know planning their own special day. She was instrumental in executing a perfect day!

Working with Rachel as our wedding coordinator was one of the best decisions we made during our wedding planning process. From the very beginning, I was drawn to her incredible organization and she exceeded every expectation.

Even before our official planning window began, Rachel set us up for success with a thoughtfully organized Google Drive that included checklists, packing lists, décor folders, and vendor contract organization. It made the entire process feel manageable and clear from day one. By the time we formally started working together, she already had a deep understanding of our vendors and vision, and had built a detailed timeline as if she had been part of the planning process all along.

Throughout the experience, Rachel was an invaluable thought partner. She gave us guidance when we needed it, helped us think through decisions, and was always there as a steady, reassuring presence.

On the wedding day itself, Rachel brought such a sense of calm, order, and professionalism. We truly didn’t have to lift a finger. If anything went wrong, we never knew about it—everything felt completely seamless and effortless. One of the things I appreciated most was how intentional she was with the timeline. The day never felt rushed; we had the space to fully enjoy every moment, from getting ready to our first look to family photos.

Rachel played such a huge role in making our wedding feel exactly how we hoped it would—joyful, smooth, and deeply enjoyable. We felt supported every step of the way, and her polish, care, and professionalism made all the difference. We are so grateful for everything she did and couldn’t recommend her more highly. (Photography by Vicki Grafton)

Rachel was truly the best decision we made for our wedding.
It honestly felt like she was inside the bride’s brain. Every time we mentioned an idea, she already had a thoughtful, strategic plan to bring it to life. She is creative, has an incredible aesthetic eye, and balances vision with flawless execution.
Her organization is unmatched. From the moment we woke up on our wedding day, every minute was accounted for. Everyone was moved forward, kept on task, and guided seamlessly through the day. If there were any issues ; we have absolutely no idea .. because she handled everything. From complicated family dynamics and difficult personalities to vendor or venue adjustments, she managed it all calmly and ahead of schedule.
She went above and beyond in ways that truly mattered, making sure we spent time together, making sure we ate, making sure we were present. That level of care is rare.
When you book with Rachel, you get Rachel. She is hands-on from start to finish. She does not pass you off to someone else. If you tell her what you want, she will deliver, and likely exceed it.
We cannot recommend her enough. 5 Stars isn't enough. If we had more we would give them

Rachel was absolutely amazing and such a pleasure to work with. I could not imagine getting through the day without her! She took care of all the little details so nothing would be left out as well as making sure everything ran on time and everyone was where they were supposed to be. Her talent and passion for event planning shines through in everything she is hired to do. Would recommend her services to anyone planning a wedding or huge event. Thank you so much RKE

I'm a DJ, primarily for weddings, and I'm very happy to highlight the work of other vendors, especially exceptional wedding planners like Rachel. I play weddings almost every weekend of the year, and I see what a valuable role the planner has in keeping things running smoothly. Rachel was the coordinator for a wedding I did on Nov 15th 2025, and I was impressed with her commitment, her attention to detail, and the support she gave to the rest of us on the team. This was true for the preparation ahead of time, and also on the big day. For myself but also the photographers and venue staff, she was present and available, went over details with us, both listened as well as making recommendations, and was calm, cool, and cheerful the whole time. She was just as supportive of the couple, their families, and the guests. Rachel Kendall Events exemplifies the level of professionalism that vendors in our industry aim for! -Neal

We hired Rachel Kendall as our wedding planner and day-of coordinator for our wedding in June 2025, and it was truly one of the best decisions we made! Throughout the entire planning process, Rachel was professional, responsive, and an absolute joy to work with—kind, fun, and incredibly easygoing.

She was impressively organized and kept us on track with our planning timeline without ever making it feel overwhelming. She answered our many, many questions quickly and clearly, helped us find all of our vendors (every one of them turned out to be amazing), guided us through finalizing the timeline, and helped us figure out all the decor details. Thanks to Rachel, the entire planning process felt smooth and stress-free!

On the wedding day, Rachel was everything we could’ve hoped for in a coordinator. She had everything ready to go, handled last-minute hiccups (including unexpected rain) with total grace, and took charge of vendor coordination and set-up so we could focus on enjoying the day with our families. Our entire wedding party loved having her there—she kept everyone on schedule, calmly communicated throughout the day, and made sure everything ran flawlessly.

Rachel made us feel truly supported from start to finish. She is clearly passionate about what she does and is very, very good at it. We couldn’t have had such a beautiful, relaxed, and joy-filled wedding without her, and we wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple looking for a planner or coordinator.

Rachel and her team were absolutely essential in helping make our 200-person wedding at THE LINE come together. From the get-go Rachel was extremely responsive and accessible. We met at the time that we decided to work together to go over broad logistics, and then at 8 weeks we hit the ground running. Leading up to the wedding not only did she help us figure out anything we had overlooked (sound vendors) but she also wrangled every vendor we had already selected. Rachel also has fantastic contacts and relationships in the industry that she did not hesitate to leverage on our behalf. At our walkthrough she made sure everyone was prepared with a printed agenda, floorplans, and worked EXCELLENTLY with our florist, band, THE LINE contact and photography team. On the day of the wedding her team was phenomenal. Her and two other staff members were on site with us all day to make sure that our schedule was followed to a tee. They covered every detail, large and small (including making sure our toastgivers had a drink in hand for their speeches). They did not miss a beat and were also incredibly upbeat. Their presence was noted in a very positive way, not in a way that detracted from our day or created any stress. They actually are the reason the day went off without a hitch and we had the BEST DAY EVER. If you are working on a wedding in the DMV area, are a queer couple, are getting married at THE LINE, are getting married at all and are looking to work with the best planning team ever - Rachel and her team are YOUR PEOPLE!!!

I honestly do not know where to begin when recommending Rachel Kendall Events, especially our planner, Caroline Calleja. My partner and I definitely knew what we wanted for the most part when it came to our wedding, but some things we did not really have an opinion on or hadn't really planned out. Caroline helped us figure out every last detail without ever feeling overbearing. She is a genius at reading a room and anticipating needs; She is so incredibly good at her job.
When it came time for the actual event, Caroline helped everything flow to perfection. She honored our vision for the evening and helped everything run more smoothly than we could have imagined, despite a quirky space, friends and family who only sometimes followed directions, and the adrenaline of a wedding. She always seemed calm and happy to be there.
So in short, we definitely recommend Rachel Kendall Events. While my partner and I are fortunate that we haven't suffered from the post-wedding blues, the closest we have gotten is saying how we are bummed that we won't hear from our planner anymore! We are so grateful that we trusted such an important event in such capable hands :) Thank you!!

Where do I begin? My now husband and I had Rachel as our coordinator for our May 2025 wedding. I like to be very hands on but I knew I would need help with wedding day coordination since I wouldn't get to be a part of setting up and such. We met with multiple coordinators during the wedding planning process and knew Rachel was the perfect fit for us from the start.

Rachel is incredibly organized and does not miss a single detail. She provided us a space to upload all of our wedding decor and photos of decor to keep organized. We chose to go with the wedding management package and it was perfect for us. Rachel stepped in right when things started to really kick off.

Our wedding was at a campground which is very much a summer camp and not a wedding venue, so it took a loooooot of work. The day before the wedding was very busy but Rachel was there to help keep us all organized and on track. Since the camp ground isn't a typical wedding venue, we had to bring in just about everything. Rachel did an awesome job at managing all the vendors and making sure every detail was thought about for us to have a successful wedding. With it being outside, and it being a rainy spring, she made sure we were prepared for anything. It rained a good bit our wedding weekend but Rachel was sure to make sure our vision was perfect and everything went as planned.

On the wedding day, she was there to make sure my husband and I didnt have to stress or worry about a thing. Her and her team were there for us every step of the way and they were sure to make us feel special. I got so many comments about how great Rachel was and how she always had a smile on her face. I even had a friend who was recently married herself tell me she wished she would have had Rachel on board for her wedding.

Long story short, if you're looking for a coordinator that has an immaculate eye for detail and is incredibly organized, Rachel will not disappoint!

I truly cannot recommend Rachel and her team enough!! From the moment we had our first inquiry call, I could feel so at ease knowing Rachel would have everything under control. And she absolutely did. She completely understood our vision and immediately had great ideas. From beginning to end, Rachel thought of literally everything. Our wedding was actually perfect and nothing went wrong, or at least I don’t if anything did because Rachel took care of it. She is the kindest and brought such a calm and professional energy to the day. Both of our families can’t stop raving about her, and we have some challenging personalities. She took the best care of us and I know she will do the same for you! Our wedding was two days ago and I already miss talking with Rachel. Do yourself a favor and hire her!!