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At Syracuse.Love Event Planning, we specialize in transforming dreams into unforgettable celebrations. Whether you're planning a lavish wedding, an intimate gathering, or a unique themed event, our team is dedicated to bringing your vision to life with precision, creativity, and passion.

What sets us apart? We offer full-service wedding planning, event rentals, floral design, DJ services, photography, catering, mobile bar services, and custom décor—all under one roof. Our extensive inventory, expert team, and seamless execution ensure that every detail is covered, from stunning tablescapes to showstopping dance floors. We don’t just plan events; we create experiences.

Each wedding is approached with a fresh perspective, ensuring that no two are alike. We take the time to understand your story, your style, and your priorities, crafting a celebration that is uniquely yours. Whether you envision a timeless, elegant affair or a modern, trend-setting celebration, we bring your ideas to life while handling all the logistics—so you can enjoy every moment.

With over 25 years of expertise, deep industry connections, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Syracuse.Love is your trusted partner in making your wedding day seamless, stress-free, and truly spectacular. Let’s make magic together!

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Frequently asked questions

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

$1,995

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$3,495

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$7,495

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

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
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Syracuse.LOVE

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Amber Sent on 08/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Not just another client to him

We absolutely loved Carlo! Truly went above and beyond for us. He seems to really care about the couples he works with. He did a great job entertaining our guests the whole time. I don’t think anyone left the dance floor all night. We had so much!!
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Brittney Sent on 08/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best around

DJ Carlo really listened to what we wanted and had great suggestions! He is for sure the way to go if you’re looking for a DJ!
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Cathy Sent on 08/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic experience

This group made our low key wedding day such a memorable event. The beautifully coordinated uplighting made for a gorgeous backdrop and the music was perfect for our day. Special shout out to Kelly who was there for the whole day for us. She did everything from overseeing the photo booth to taking care of the tiniest details. We couldn’t have made it through the day without her. The team was so professional… they let us enjoy our wedding day.
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Jerrica Sent on 10/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We honestly can't say enough good things about Paul and his services! He was always so flexible with meeting us and super detail oriented! He made planning the best part of the day - the partying part :) - very easy and complete prior to the day. A DJ can make or break a reception, and he made ours incredible!! He was knowledgable of all our requests, and he is so passionate about what he does. We would recommend him to anybody we know that is getting married!!
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Hailey Sent on 09/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Paul was great, he made our wedding planning process so enjoyable and easy. He was extremely flexible when meeting with us and he was so responsive to all my calls and emails. On our wedding day he helped coordinate everything in order to make sure the day ran flawlessly, and he even attended our rehearsal so that he could meet he entire bridal party! I can't say enough great things about Paul and his staff! I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a DJ, videographer, or wedding planner!
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Katrina Sent on 08/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely the best part about planning our wedding!!!!! Syracuse wedding helped us sooo much with so many different services!!! Such as uplighting, host, DJ and just made everything so perfect!!! If you work with Paul from Syracuse wedding you will NOT be dissatisfied!!!! I can not say It enough with how much it meant to us with everything he provided!!! You are the best!!!!
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Rashelle Sent on 07/26/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Everything that DJ Paul Manzari did was AMAZING! From the light fixtures, to the quality of his service, to the fact that he kept EVERYONE on the dance floor all night long until the reception was over! He flowed the songs perfectly and knew exactly what everyone wanted to hear to dance. There were no pauses which is exactly what we wanted! He played the songs we wanted, introduced everyone correctly, and you could hear the excitement in his voice which made everyone know it was going to be a great time! People have told us that our wedding was the best wedding they've been to and I wholeheartedly believe he is a big reason for that! Thank you so much Paul for all of your work, you are AWESOME!!!!
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Alex Sent on 06/12/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Paul was an absolute pleasure to work with. I live in Boston, so meeting Paul in person wasn't an option for me. Instead, we Facetimed several times to plan out the wedding which was great! He is very detailed oriented and I felt confident in him leading up to the wedding. He's so invested, he actually came to our rehearsal! It was a relief having him there and knowing everything would be perfect day of.

Speaking of that, our wedding day was perfect. Paul did a great job with the sound for our ceremony. My husband and I said our own vows and everyone in the crowd could hear us loud and clear. The music through the cocktail hour and dinner was great and the dance floor was lively all night! We had uplighting and it really made a difference in the room. I also had a couple of special requests and Paul was very accommodating. His team even surprised my husband and I by taking some video of our big day and passed out glow sticks at night to dance with. Paul went above and beyond and I would recommend him and his team to anyone!
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Liz Sent on 02/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Booking with Paul at Moonwalk Entertainment was one of the best decisions I made with planning my wedding. It started with our connection through Thumbtack website. He then took the time to talk to me on the phone through what his plan was and what our plan would be for going through the wedding. We had several meetings in between for which he was always incredibly prepared, flexible, and friendly. He responds to emails and calls so quickly and is always so accommodating. He orchestrated all of the other vendors involved in the day and he played just the perfect music for our group. If I had to do it all again (which the wedding was so much fun with a lit dance floor) I would hire Moonwalk Entertainment again in a heartbeat, and if I ever throw a party in need of DJ service again I'll hire Paul without thinking twice. He was an asset to the success of our wedding day and such a pleasure to work with!
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Kevin Sent on 12/27/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had the pleasure of watching Carl work on my sisters wedding back in May of 2014. After seeing how perfect their day was, we just knew from the start he was the guy who was going to help us with ours. Our wedding was July 16th, 2016 and it was a magical day - all made possible by Carl.

Carl provided a smorgasbord of services - and we used every single one. We knew exactly what we 'wanted' in our minds but had such a hard time describing it. That's where the magic of Carl came in. He instantly knew what we wanted, and how it was to be unique in its own way. We met well over a dozen times in his office - sometimes just to chat - because he is such a people person. We started as clients and quickly felt like family.

If you are planning your big day - I urge you to give him a chance to feel you out as clients. He can provide up-lighting, videography, planning - his calligraphy is ridiculously awesome - I can go on and on...

Dollar per dollar - he was the all-in-one package who provided the class and elegance you would want and expect from a wedding vendor. With all those wackos out there (you've seen it on social media) of people getting cheated/ not receiving proper treatment / cant hear their music... take solace in understanding this is risk-free. He treats your wedding day like it was his own - and that's worth more than anything.

We love Carl and the work he can do - and since our day was so perfect (because of him) we just hope that other people will hire him and have the best day of their life just like we did.

Do yourself a favor - hire this man and his team!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
The Story Photography The Story Photography Wedding Photographers

I've never seen Carl put in less than a 100% effort to go above and beyond his clients expectations. I wouldn't hesitate to work with DJ by Design because of his professionalism, attention to detail, and care for the bride & groom's needs.

Creative Assistant Invitations Creative Assistant Invitations Wedding Invitations

I was so fortunate to meet Carl by happenstance. He overheard me saying that I sold wedding invitations, and asked if he could show me some of his calligraphy. Wow, I was sold right away. What an amazing job he does. I've since referred my brides to him, who wanted traditional calligraphy for their wedding ensembles. Little did I know that was only the tip of the iceberg. As I got to spend time with Carl, I learned about his many, many talents. This guy is non-stop in bringing the latest trends to local events. He can turn a plain old room into an unbelievable fantasy land, with lighting and music that will awaken all of your senses. When I need that certain atmosphere created, I'll call Carl. There's no one like him this side of the moon.

JH Weddings / JHatchDJ JH Weddings / JHatchDJ Wedding DJs

DJ By Design is a first rate professional organization offering top notch services to Central New York Brides & Grooms. A fantastic selection of services coupled with a commitment to quality makes carl naples and DJ By Design an exceptional wedding service professional!

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