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Operating out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wanderlust Weddings and Events offers event production and planning services for your special day. Sisters Samantha and Alexandra are the driving force behind this company, dedicated to providing a personalized, streamlined planning experience. Wanderlust would love to bring your unique celebration to life.

Services Offered

Wanderlust Weddings and Events offers multiple services for your convenience. If you'd like to leave everything to the seasoned experts, their full-service planning package is perfect. This package takes care of everything from budgets to floor plans to vendor coordination. You will have unlimited communication with your dedicated planner throughout the process, and you can relax and enjoy your time with your loved ones as they oversee every last detail on the day of your wedding. Partial planning lends a guiding hand towards the end of your organization, nailing down the last important aspects of your festivities. Wanderlust also offers day-of and month-of coordination to allow you to fully enjoy your wedding day. Contact these professionals today to discuss your specific needs.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$3,000

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$5,500

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$8,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What is the hourly rate?

$50

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?

Destination
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Non-Religious
Religious

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Wanderlust Weddings and Events earns glowing praise for expert, calm, and highly organized planning that turns couples' visions into flawless days. Reviewers highlight excellent vendor coordination, attention to detail, and stress-free execution from rehearsal to reception. Widely recommended as a top investment for weddings and large events.

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Wanderlust Weddings and Events earns glowing praise for expert, calm, and highly organized planning that turns couples' visions into flawless days. Reviewers highlight excellent vendor coordination, attention to detail, and stress-free execution from rehearsal to reception. Widely recommended as a top investment for weddings and large events.

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Ashley Sent on 01/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Planners

I cannot begin to express my gratitude towards Ali and Sam at Wanderlust. Not only were they incredibly supportive throughout our wedding evening, but they made sure every detail was flawlessly executed as well. They also had LGBTQ+ forms for us to fill out which is so important and we did not have to spend time crossing off "Groom" off of all the paperwork. Being inclusive matters. The first time we met them, it was clear how professional they were. Ali was on top of every single issue and answered any question we had almost immediately. We never waited more then an hour for a response. They were always on top of communicating with our vendors and ensuring everything was set up according to plan. We were very particular of how we wanted the wedding to look and they nailed every detail. They are genuinely wonderful people and two people we enjoyed working with the most during our wedding experience. To top things off, I got very ill at my own wedding, Ali literally drove her SUV up to the venue and had me lay down in her front seat with her AC blasting and Sam drove us our wedding dinner all the way to the hotel for us. These girls are professionals at what they do, but lucky for us, we now get to call them friends, too.
Jenna
Jenna Sent on 06/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

they are the best because they treat you like family :)

From the bottom of my heart—thank you. I truly could not have pulled off this beautiful day without you. You went above and beyond in every way, turning my wedding dreams into a reality with care, creativity, and love. You made everything look effortless, and because of you, I was actually able to enjoy my wedding day instead of stressing over the little things—because every little thing was already taken care of.

You were there for both of us whenever we needed anything, and your calming presence meant the world to us. You weren’t just planners—you’re like family. Your love for what you do shines through in every detail, and it’s clear that you’re in this not just to plan weddings, but to help people fall in love with their wedding day, just like you did with yours.

Thank you for the gift of peace, joy, and unforgettable memories. We’ll be forever grateful.

Jenna & AJ
Angela
Angela Sent on 01/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful to Work With

I am the Director of Catering for Atria's Specialty Catering and working with Ali and her team is a wonderful experience. They are super easy to work with and always willing to help. Having a great wedding planner/day of coordinator makes all the difference, and I cannot recommend them enough. When all your vendors work well together, your day will be flawless. Thank you Ali & team!

Angel Weaver
Julia
Julia Sent on 11/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wanderlust + Winter Weddings = Magic

From the initial phone consult to the end of our reception, Wanderlust went above and beyond to make our dream wedding a reality. It seemed like there was nothing I could throw at them they hadn’t seen before. From crafting a down-to-the-minute timeline and coordinating vendors to navigating family dynamics to perfectly sourcing and setting up all our decor, they handled it all. I didn’t have to worry about a thing and could focus on just enjoying the day! They were without a doubt some of the best money we spent on our wedding and I recommend them without hesitation. And a special shout out to our day-of crew Laura, Renee, and Taylor!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 11/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Partial Planning with Renee

Hiring a wedding planner and Wanderlust was easily the best decision we've ever made! Renee was our lead planner and absolutely knocked it out of the park - she was organized, calm, detail oriented and professional. Renee took on all of the stress leading up to and the day of the wedding so that we could relax and enjoy our wedding weekend to the fullest. Renee helped us find all of the best vendors and helped turn our dream venue into the wedding of our dreams! It was super beneficial to have someone on our side when working with all of the vendors - Renee was able to work efficiently with our vendors knowing what we would need, timeline of the whole day and what would work best based on prior experience. We truly could not have put together such a beautiful wedding without Renee!
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Rachel Sent on 11/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond!!

Ali and the team at Wanderlust really took so much stress off my plate for my wedding. Ali had everything handled and any time I reached out I received very quick responses. Our wedding day went so very smoothly thanks to Wanderlust and Ali specifically. I could not have asked for better communication, organization, and helpfulness. It felt like I was extremely in control of the vision but execution really was handled so well by the team. If you are on the fence about hiring a coordinator, I highly recommend Wanderlust for your dream wedding.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 11/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Experience

I knew before I even got engaged that I wanted to work with Ali from Wanderlust Weddings and Events. It was clear from her social media how much she cared about her clients and ensuring each had the experience they wanted. Within a week of being engaged, I reached out to her and immediately signed the contract. With a 7-month engagement and a specific vibe we wanted to achieve, we had to get to work fast, and Ali did just that. She took the time to understand the experience I wanted for my guests and what was important to me. From there, she gave recommendations on vendors, and I booked every single one, which made my life so much easier!
Ali was an absolute gem throughout the entire process. Her dedication, passion, and attention to detail were evident in every interaction. She was always there to calm the crazy as the months went on, providing reassurance and keeping everything in order and on track. On the day of the event, she orchestrated everything with such grace and efficiency that it felt like a dream. Everything ran smoothly, and I could truly enjoy the day without any worries.
Her ability to transform my vision into reality was nothing short of magical. Ali's expertise and experience shone through in every aspect of the planning and execution. I cannot imagine having done all of that without a planner, and without an experienced one like her. There is no need to look beyond Wanderlust; just book with them and everything will be so much better. I think it's a testament to her work that one of my guests immediately booked her for her vow renewal after seeing how wonderful she was. Look no further than Ali!
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Ashlee Sent on 10/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wanderlust is amazing

We hired wanderlust to help us plan our wedding and they went over expectations! Ali and her team were amazing, very professional, great with communication & never had us stressed for one minute. I would recommend them for any wedding or event.
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Roberta Sent on 10/23/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wanderlust is the Best of the Best!!

If you are looking for a wedding planner for your wedding, I highly recommend Wanderlust Weddings and Events. Samantha and her team were absolutely amazing to work with. She will guide you through the wedding planning process, maintain contact with your vendors, and personally be there every step of the way from the rehearsal until the end of the reception, making sure that everything runs smoothly. On the day of the wedding, Sam and her team made sure the ceremony was spot on, helped set up the room for the reception and even packed up our personal belongings after the reception ended for us to pick up the next morning. To say they are top notch is an understatement! They truly are the best!!
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Lauren Sent on 10/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best!

Ali & her team made my dream wedding come true! We hired her for full wedding planning services for our wedding at The Pennsylvanian on 9/21. Not a detail was missed by her! She was on top of every ask, from FaceTiming me in to a linens meeting, to helping find a care taker my grandmother, to mailing out my save the dates, no ask was too big or too small. She handled everything with grace and timeliness, and I knew everything was in great hands for my wedding weekend. She really contributed to my enjoyment of the wedding process, as I knew I didn’t have to worry with her on my team! I cannot recommend Wanderlust enough!
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