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About

RSVP Events is a Grand Rapids, Michigan based wedding planning company with over 35 years of experience designing seamless, unforgettable celebrations. Founded by Adrien Harding, who has coordinated more than 700 events, the team is dedicated to providing a joyful, stress-free planning experience. With a strong attention to detail and a creative touch, they thoughtfully manage every element so you can relax and fully enjoy your wedding day just as you envisioned.

Now with dedicated local staff in Northern Michigan!

Services Offered

RSVP Events offers a range of packages to fit your needs, including day-of coordination, partial planning and full-service planning. They also provide a curated selection of rental items and paper goods. Services such as budget management, timeline creation, and vendor coordination are just a few of the many offerings available. Additional services include:

  • In-person meetings with consultants and vendors
  • Vendor contract review
  • Rehearsal coordination
  • Event design
  • To-do lists
  • Room layout assistance
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Frequently asked questions

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$100

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
Double Weddings
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of RSVP Events

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Danielle Sent on 10/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best decision ever!

We hired Adrien for month/day of coordination. I can’t say enough good things about our experience and working with her! She was so responsive to our emails and questions and went above and beyond to make sure our wedding day was perfect! From doing a mini ceremony rehearsal the day of with our wedding party to making sure all our decor was set up properly to coordinating with all our vendors, she did it all. There are so many little things/questions that come up the day of the wedding and Adrien took care of everything for us! She relieved so much stress and allowed us to focus on celebrating and enjoying our day! I will recommend her to everyone I know, our day wouldn’t have been the same without her!
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Elizabeth Sent on 12/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Such a good decision!

Working with RSVP Events for the month and day of the wedding was one of the best decisions we made. Adrien made sure we were in good shape on our end and that we weren't forgetting anything. She also communicated with all of our vendors about the timeline and logistics for the day, which saved us so much time and energy. It was a great comfort to know that everyone was on the same page. On our wedding day we felt in such good hands, knowing that any issues that may arise would be handled. Adrien kept us on schedule so we didn't have to worry about anything besides being present and enjoying ourselves. She and Wendy also helped with little things we wouldn't have thought to ask for, like making sure we had appetizers and drinks ready for us at our table. On top of all of this, they were so sweet and seemed genuinely happy to be helpful to us on our special day. We are so happy we worked with RSVP Events and highly recommend them to anyone who is considering hiring a wedding coordinator. Thank you so much for making our wedding day run so smoothly, Adrien and Wendy! We had such a wonderful day and you helped make it happen.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 10/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Adrien is the BEST

In the beginning I didn’t quite understand the role of the wedding coordinator, yet I knew I needed one because that last month prior tends to be insane. Adrien was a God sent. She knows her job and is a master at her craft. Our wedding was a theater wedding so staging was involved, and though the Rabbi’s wife was the stage coordinator for the ceremony, Adrien was right by her side, asking the questions and making damn sure everyone was on the same page. Our guest absolutely loved the outcome, and though there were some issues here and there that spring up suddenly, no one even knew. So much love and laughter on that night, which was the most important thing. Adrien was that glue that held it all together. Adrien- you were a blast to work with. We so much appreciate everything you did and this shindig or ours Was not possible without your “behind the scenes” expertise and direction. We thank you so very much❤️ For those planning a wedding, she is most definitely your “go to” person😁! CHEERS!

Mike and Sarah Nesson
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Catherine Sent on 09/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding planner in GR!

Adrien and team were incredible! She was so helpful through the entire planning process and most importantly, handled everything on wedding day. She recommended vendors, helped with wedding décor, created our timeline and so much more. I'm not sure if there were any problems on the wedding day because Adrien handled them all. She's experienced, organized and so wonderful to work with. I would recommend her to any of my friends!
Shanna
Shanna Sent on 07/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

So glad we hired RSVP Events!

My son and his (now) wife wanted to get married in our yard. I knew right away that I needed a great wedding planner so I could enjoy the festivities. Adrien was so easy and fun to work with. She suggested vendors and facilitated the contracts, she brainstormed with us on every detail of the wedding, and she was invaluable on the wedding day.
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Zoe W. Sent on 10/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

AMAZING Wedding Planner--The Best!

Adrien from RSVP is a queen! She is an amazing person and wedding planner. My husband and I were so impressed by her and all that she did to make our wedding planning and day of operations run smoothly. Everything went according to plan--thank you, Adrien!
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Julia Sent on 08/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding planning services

Adrien was the best wedding planner a bride could ask her on her wedding. Her services were top notch and she was always responsive, caring and had great attention to detail.
Our wedding day was the best day of our lives and RSVP events helped make that possible.
Everyone has told me it is one of the best weddings they've been to and how beautiful the decor was.
I thought everything went perfectly and I couldn’t recommend Adrien or this company strongly enough.
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Edward Sent on 08/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding planner ever!

Wow. Adrien was *fantastic* and we can't recommend her highly enough. She had the entire day fully under control, and my wife and I were able to just relax and enjoy the show. In addition to the amazing planning, Adrien responded immediately to any unplanned minor hiccups both quickly and effectievly. She delivered us the wedding of our dreams...It was so reat, we'd like to do it all over again ;)

Thanks, Adrien!
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Jim Sent on 08/11/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Want to enjoy the day?

Weddings are full of decisions. And decision fatigue is real! Let our family’s experience hosting a wedding during the recent pandemic help you make a great decision. If anyone asks us, “Do I need a wedding planner?” We would say, “Of course! As long as you hire Adrien of RSVP Events!” Yes, this requires budgeting for her expertise. However, our decision to hire Adrien meant we had the support we needed to enjoy one another throughout the planning process, and especially on the wedding day. Adrien is a listener, well-networked in the area, organized, assertive when she needs to be as your advocate, and kind. She wants all participants in a wedding to focus on what is good and right and cast off what can rob a person’s joy. Hire her. And enjoy the experience!
Rebekah
Rebekah Sent on 07/22/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the BEST!

When our son and his fiancée first started planning their wedding, we told them step #1 was to hire Adrien and RSVP. She helped with our daughter's wedding in 2018, and we don't want to do a wedding without her. Adrien knows how to work through all of the details of the day, set a beautiful table, recommend excellent vendors and confirm all of the specifics with them, corral all the people and keep them on schedule, work with a wide variety of personalities, navigate tricky situations, read the crowd and keep the event running smoothly, AND--most importantly--be absolutely lovely and professional through it all. She has a cheerful "can do, no problem" attitude about everything and is the consummate professional who goes above and beyond in every way. Adrien is an absolute joy to work with and will be the best money you spend in planning your special day.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
Jamie Lynne Creative Jamie Lynne Creative Wedding Invitations

Talented planner with exceptional communication! You won't be disappointed when you hire RSVP Events!

Alpine Events Alpine Events Wedding Rentals

Elyse is such a pleasure to work with. She is clear and concise in her communication. I have really enjoyed collaborating with her on ideas for the clients, and her timelines and requests have been right on track. I enjoy her personality and she is a very competent event planner!

Moments In Time Disc Jockeys, LLC Moments In Time Disc Jockeys, LLC Wedding DJs

We have had the pleasure working with RSVP Events on many many occasions mainly for weddings. Every planner at RSVP Events that we have worked with are very helpful, professional, organized, and fun to plan with. They help guide the bride/groom throughout the whole planning process and into the actual wedding day. As a DJ, a portion of our job is to help run the night as well so we need to have that constant communication throughout every event. If you are looking for a hands on service RSVP Events is the planning service to hire!

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