Frequently Asked Q’s

Do you offer just day-of the event management?

Can Mariposa Events Company JUST manage the wedding or event on the day of the event? In theory, yes, but our short answer is no. We make the choice not to. You are proposing that we take over your project and present it… Blindly taking over someone’s project the week it is due is a nightmare and we don’t know any truly reputable companies that like to do so. The reason why: planning a detailed event like a conference or wedding takes months of preparation, attention to detail, communication and building relationships not only with you, but with your other vendors. The project must be centered around your wedding/event vision and everyone who is part of the event needs to be part of the process the entire way. We need to be part of your planning team to help you build trusting relationships with your vendors, execute a cohesive theme and take care of your very important guests. We do not want any of our projects, no matter how big or small, to be ruined by any confusion or missing pieces. Do I believe that some couples can pull off a fun event?! Yes, sure… but that means your vendors will be worried about event success, your venue might be accidentally under staffed and your family and friends are likely to be stressed with all of the duties that were placed in their lap. Event planners have extensive experience working with a variety of venues and vendors, their processes and what they need to function properly for your event. Your aunt, your friend or your cousin are not event planners, and shouldn’t falsely advertise to you as one. The best thing you can do is hire an experienced event professional to help you with your event.

Do you have vendor recommendations?

YES! We have tons of great, reputable recommendations for vendors, décor and things to incorporate into your wedding/event that are part of our years of stockpiled knowledge. We are happy to give you recommendations on which vendors are rad, when you book us! Don’t wait to book an event planner because they will have a plethora of inside info on which vendors deliver the best service! If we don’t know someone you’ve booked, we will do our best to get to know them before your event so that we are all on the same page and friends by your event date!

My guest list is huge and my budget is small, help!

Decide what is more important to you; Having everyone you’ve ever met in one big rec hall with average amenities or having a tiny guest list with your closest relatives, a few close friends and every special wedding day detail you’ve ever dreamed of?! OK, no reread this and choose. It’s unlikely you can do both.

Budgets are hard. Believe me, I know, I had a budget wedding and I plan weddings. If you want to honor your family and have every friend you’ve ever made, you will have to skip a lot of the things/décor/extras that you’ve seen in the blogs and magazines, that is just a budget fact. If a smaller guest list is okay with you, you have more flexibility to personalize every aspect of your special day, making it not only memorable for you, but for your selected guests.

The number one way to save money on a wedding? Reduce your guest list. LITERALLY CUT THOSE PEOPLE OFF IF THEY AREN’T PART OF YOUR LIFE RIGHT NOW. I know that sounds harsh, but people who have been married will get it. Plus, what is the point of inviting 300 people to a party if the food sucks, the drinks run out and there’s no entertainment?! C’mon you guys, that is not a party!

Most couples I work with have wedding budgets of $35,000-$80,000 and host 75 to 150 guests.

When you hire me, the first thing we’ll do is discuss your budget and biggest priorities. We will help your narrow in on your target and assist you in adjusting if necessary. Budget drives everything else. It is important we go over it together so everyone has a realistic understanding of what is possible and what is not.