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Southern Skies Events is a wedding and special event planning company operating out of Cary, North Carolina. Owner and lead planner Jen Shaefer and her team of talented event experts go above and beyond to create unforgettable celebrations for their cherished clients. With a keen eye for detail and endless creativity, they work diligently to provide stress-free planning experiences to nearlywed couples.

Services Offered

The team at Southern Skies Events provides clients with a wide range of services to choose from. The team will work collaboratively with you to ensure that every element of your day is carefully considered and expertly executed. Packages available include varying levels of service, including event management, day-of coordination, full-service planning, and partial planning. Your planner will be on hand every step of the way, from budget analysis and vendor selection to timeline and to-do list creation.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$1,950

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$4,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$6,500

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Cultural
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Southern Skies Events

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Laura and her team at Southern Skies Events, specifically Laura, received glowing reviews for their exceptional wedding planning services at The Oaks at Salem. Laura's attention to detail, dedication, and organization were highlighted, allowing couples to relax and enjoy their special day without stress. She was praised for her expertise, communication, and ability to bring wedding visions to life seamlessly. Multiple reviewers emphasized how Laura went above and beyond to make each wedding day perfect, earning high recommendations for future couples seeking wedding planning assistance.

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Laura and her team at Southern Skies Events, specifically Laura, received glowing reviews for their exceptional wedding planning services at The Oaks at Salem. Laura's attention to detail, dedication, and organization were highlighted, allowing couples to relax and enjoy their special day without stress. She was praised for her expertise, communication, and ability to bring wedding visions to life seamlessly. Multiple reviewers emphasized how Laura went above and beyond to make each wedding day perfect, earning high recommendations for future couples seeking wedding planning assistance.

Christie
Christie Sent on 05/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

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If your thinking about booking with Southern Skies, just do it! You will have NO regrets. My husband and I were lucky enough to be paired with Laura and I truly could not have imagined the day (and all the days leading up )without her. Laura went above and beyond to make sure all our questions were answered and asked questions to other vendors we didn't even know to ask. Our wedding day was absolutely stress free and that was all because of Laura's hard work, patience and understanding. It is bittersweet writing this review because I already miss Laura and her radiant energy... so if your'e going back and forth about booking, PLEASE DO.. I sincerely  would not have had the amazing day I had without Southern Skies and especially Laura.
Kendra
Kendra Sent on 05/13/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend Laura at Southern Skies! She is amazing!

We had the pleasure of working with Laura to plan our wedding at The Oaks at Salem and truly can't recommend her enough! She was incredibly organized, responsive, and a thoughtful sounding board throughout the planning process. On our wedding day, she made sure everything ran smoothly, from setting up decor to coordinating with our vendors and checking in on me and the bridal party as we got ready. She even captured photos and videos that were so special to receive right after the wedding. Thanks to Laura, we were able to fully relax and enjoy every moment!
Cynthia
Cynthia Sent on 12/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Literally the BEST in the field

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Jen at several weddings now everything from intimate micro weddings to huge three day cultural Ceremonies. As a photographer, it is of the upmost importance to have a skilled and professional planner to make sure everything goes smoothly and Jen’s attention to detail is unmatched highly recommend for any and every event
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner

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