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Based out of Phoenix, Arizona, Tony Palacio is an accomplished planner who delights in arranging memorable weddings. Inspired by your vision, this exceptional planner will go above and beyond to ensure that your big day unfolds exactly how you want it to. From intimate elopements to large-scale celebrations, he is adept at organizing all wedding types. All he asks of you is to tell him about your fairytale wedding, and he'll work diligently to make it a reality.

Services Offered

Tony Palacio is happy to work with couples throughout Arizona and further afield. From your rehearsal dinner to your reception, he can organize every aspect of your once-in-a-lifetime celebration. Whether you plan on hosting a religious, secular, or interfaith occasion, he has you covered.

What You'll Love About Tony Palacio

Tony will go above and beyond to craft the wedding celebration of your dreams. He offers various planning packages, including full, partial, and day-of coordination. This way, you can choose between comprehensive guidance from the very beginning or a helping hand when the time comes for you to say, 'I do!'

  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • LGBTQ+-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

$2,200

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$3,200

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$5,200

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
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Tony Palacio

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Reviewers praise the planner as exceptional—creative, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator who turned visions into stunning realities. He vetted vendors, protected budgets, ran rehearsals, built striking floral features, and handled setup/breakdown flawlessly. He calmly managed cultural and multi-day weddings, solving issues so couples could relax and enjoy their celebration.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Reviewers praise the planner as exceptional—creative, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator who turned visions into stunning realities. He vetted vendors, protected budgets, ran rehearsals, built striking floral features, and handled setup/breakdown flawlessly. He calmly managed cultural and multi-day weddings, solving issues so couples could relax and enjoy their celebration.

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Karen Sent on 11/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Tony is amazing!

We initially tried to hire another wedding planner, but she was already booked.
However, that wedding planner recommended Tony…and it was truly the greatest thing we could have done for our wedding!
Tony was inspiring, smart, whitty, imaginative and a great communicator. Tony was easy to get in touch with, willing to talk whenever needed, and became a little pit bull when we had a hard time with any other vendor. Tony looked over and checked every contract, recommended services and vetted others we liked; Tony didn’t pressure us to upgrade items or services, which took pressure off of us. Tony did try to keep our budget, and came up with alternative ideas to our vision when things got too pricey. We went through numerous ideas to get the outcome we desired!
Tony ran the rehearsal, which was the equivalent of herding cats. I have to give big props for that! Then Tony’s with his assistant Arianna set the stage for a wonderful night and broke it all back down returning all the items we wanted to keep.
If we were to do this again, we would absolutely hire Tony all over again, but I think we would have hired him prior to booking a venue. He was definitely worth the money and his weight in gold!
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Niki Sent on 12/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional

Hiring Tony was the single greatest decision I have ever made. Besides being an incredibly talented and kind person, Tony is exceptional at what he does.

Tony reviewed my inspiration board during our initial meetings and immediately got to work to make my dreams a reality. Not only does he have impeccable taste and an incredible eye for design, Tony knows the best of the best vendors in the valley. From the start, I knew Tony was going to make our wedding perfect and he exceeded all expectations. He transformed my inspiration board into the most elevated and stunning wedding day. My jaw, and all of our guests jaws, literally dropped at how amazing the wedding looked from start to finish. We are still receiving compliments and the venue has told us on multiple occasions that they have never seen a more stunning wedding and it was all thanks to Tony. He personally built a massive Bougainvillea arch for our ceremony and I am still in awe. One of my favorite parts about working with Tony is how creative he was. I knew I could trust all of his suggestions and recommendations. Tony truly made the entire process seamless by taking care of every small detail and keeping us on track.

He has an incredible ability to navigate any issues that came up professionally and kindly and his attention to detail and timing ensured the day went perfectly. During the ceremony my husband and I were able to be present and immerse ourselves in the celebration because we knew that Tony and his assistants would take care of everything. If you want to be able to enjoy your event as if you were one of the guests do not hesitant and hire Tony.
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Terry Sent on 12/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Choice!

Tony was amazing! He was absolutely the best choice for our wedding. He was attentive and on the ball from the very first conversation. He took initiative to connect with all of the other vendors and made everything as seamless as possible. We needed someone to help guide us and he was not shy about giving his opinion, which was most appreciated! Trust Tony, he will take great care of you on your special day.
Aminah
Aminah Sent on 12/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Tony will make your dreams come true!

I can't say enough about Tony but I will attempt to here. I am a South Asian bride, and as many know, our weddings are huge and last for days. Being a wedding planner for our kinds of weddings is not for the weak! Tony was up to the task and delivered more than I could ever imagine. I have people texting me and calling me months after our wedding to tell me how beautiful and seamless everything was.

We have a different culture, different expectations, a LOT of personalities and visions, but he easily put it all together and adapted to every situation. He found solutions instantly and always made me feel extremely comfortable.

From the very beginning, Tony was interested in my vision and bringing that to life. He never imposed his own views or directed me to go with a vendor until I was absolutely comfortable with. He communicated with my at times, very difficult family, with such grace and respect and was able to incorporate everyone's wishes without losing sight of the important details.

He checked in with me not only as a planner, but as a friend. He was flexible and worked with me as our plans always changed, or if my mom wanted something and I did not, we always were able to come to a great compromise with Tony's quick thinking. He is THE flower expert and he would work with me for hours going over what I envisioned exactly, adding his creative touch when needed.

If you are looking for someone who is creative, kind, caring, hardworking, talented and who goes above and beyond all while being extremely professional, go with Tony. He is incredible and I am so profoundly grateful that I selected him of all planners to make our dreams come to life.

He made not just one day amazing, but three days! I will be forever grateful to Tony for contributing to the best days of my life. Thank you, Tony!
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Polly Sent on 11/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

We had our ideas, the perfect venue and perfect weather. What could make it better? TONY! He took one of the loveliest places in Phoenix (the Hermosa Inn) and make it jaw dropping incredible! We cannot describe the beauty that everyone is still talking about! He is a wonderful man and extremely talented!
Shima
Shima Sent on 06/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! We love him so much!

Before we start, we’d like to thank Tony soooo much for everything he has done!
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Tony as our two-day wedding planner and CANNOT RECOMMEND HIM ENOUGH (seriously hire him!!). Not only is Tony one of the sweetest people we’ve met, he was professional, organized, and on time. We described to him our vision for the wedding and he delivered, applying his expertise. One of Tony’s greatest strength was his ability to handle and adapt to any challenge that arose, especially when navigating uncharted waters that was a Sudanese wedding. One of the things that impressed us the most about Tony was his ability to listen. He took the time to understand our Sudanese culture, preferences, and uniqueness and he flawlessly translated it into an amazing two days. We really appreciated that he took the time to understand the culture in order to ensure that we were provided with an amazing second day. During both days, even our guests were mentioning his name; that is how much of an impact he made.

Speaking as the bride, I had the best wedding morning thanks to Tony. I was so relaxed that the makeup and hair artists were commenting on how they’ve never seen such a calm bride. The only reason I was calm was because I knew that Tony was working his magic downstairs and troubleshooting any problems that arose. I, personally, asked him to not tell me if anything went wrong and just handle it. He did just that! If you’re generally an anxious person like us, hiring Tony for piece of mind is sooo worth it!

In summary, working with Tony as our wedding planner was an indescribable experience (in the best ways possible). His professionalism, expertise, creativity, and dedication surpassed our highest expectations. We wholeheartedly recommend Tony to any couple (especially cultural) looking for a wedding planner who will turn their dreams into reality and stress free.

Thank you SO much, Tony, for making our wedding days unforgettable and stress free. We love you and miss you already!

Sincerely;

Amir & Shima
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Alyssa Sent on 05/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Tony is an angel sent from event planning heaven!

We are IMMENSELY grateful for Tony Palacio!
We hired him as our month of coordinator for our wedding at the Hotel Valley Ho. Tony's unmatched expertise and seamless execution of event logistics left us in awe.
 
From the start, Tony's attention to detail and professionalism put us at ease. His confidence and knowledge gave us peace of mind during the last month, when time felt like it was moving at warp speed with so much still left to do. He effortlessly managed all the moving parts, ensuring a flawless day. Yet, it was Tony's warm and genuine personality that truly set him apart. His positive attitude and excellent communication made us feel like his only clients. We could text him at any time of day and would always receive a prompt reply. He listened to our ideas, offered invaluable guidance, and quickly addressed any concerns.

Thanks to Tony, our wedding day surpassed our expectations. We immersed ourselves in the joy of the day, knowing he had everything under control!
 
We wholeheartedly recommend Tony Palacio to anyone seeking a caring and attentive wedding planner. We are forever grateful for his dedication, expertise, and passion for creating unforgettable memories. He is a true gem in the industry.
We couldn’t have done it without him!
Megan
Megan Sent on 05/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Would Recommend

I cannot say enough good things about how wonderful Tony was for helping plan and execute my wedding! Tony was my month of/day of wedding coordinator. My goal was to have a relaxed wedding day where I and my family didn’t have to worry about the ‘behind the scenes’ elements of a wedding and he really helped that happen. He was so organized, proactive, thoughtful, and responsive! He really took the time to listen to what was important to me and worked with me to create a thoughtful and intimate ceremony and reception and nailed it! Even two months out my mother keeps saying how lovely and wonderful he was. I cannot recommend working with Tony enough!
Jillian
Jillian Sent on 04/24/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Heishman Wedding

Words fail to truly express the time, effort, and care Tony puts into his events. We had the pleasure of having him as our wedding planner and he made our wedding day the best day of our lives! From the initial consultation to the wedding day, Tony provided exceptional support and guidance. He took the time to understand my concerns and desired outcomes, creating a customized plan that perfectly addressed my needs. His professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to beyond satisfaction put me at ease throughout the entire planning process. I highly recommend his service! He is the event planner you NEED!
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Matt Sent on 04/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience

Tony was nothing short of exceptional. He is clearly experienced and was able to suggest things we would never have considered. He is incredibly decisive and every time we were on the fence on an idea he would provide his suggestion with reasoning and based on his experience/expertise. Very organized and easy to work with. Highly recommend!
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