About this vendor
Adoration Weddings & Events provides full- and partial-service wedding and event planning plus month-of coordination, consultation hours, and other event planning services. We are all about a personalized experience and a beautiful event that reflects YOU, and we would love to help bring your dream day to life!
Local to Columbus, OH but open to traveling anywhere ✈️
Details
Business Attributes
- Hispanic or Latinx-owned Business
- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
- Budgeting
- Day-Of Coordination
- Destination Wedding Planning
- Full Service Wedding Planning
- RSVP Tracking
- Wedding Design
Wedding Activities
- Rehearsals & Parties
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Welcome Party
- Wedding
- Ceremony
- Cocktail Hour
Awards and Affiliations
3-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.2024.
Best of Weddings
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Elena is the Wedding Planner Everyone Deserves
Working with Elena was the best decision we made during our entire wedding planning process. From the very beginning, she brought a ...
sense of calm, clarity, and excitement that we didn’t even realize we needed.
She stepped in with just 10 months to go and took on the challenge of planning a wedding in a completely raw space. She helped us imagine what was possible, and then made it all happen. It was a huge lift, and she made it look effortless.
Elena handled every aspect of the planning. She led our full planning process from start to finish, designed the event beautifully, coordinated the rehearsal dinner, and managed every single detail on the wedding day. Her vendor recommendations were spot on, and everyone she brought into the process worked with the same care and professionalism that she did. You could tell they trusted her and loved working with her, which made a big difference.
We also had a high-profile guest list and several guest-related challenges that could have easily caused stress. Elena handled all of it with grace, discretion, and a level of professionalism that impressed everyone. Nothing rattled her. She was always steady, focused, and in control.
What really sets Elena apart, though, is who she is as a person. She is kind, honest, thoughtful, and incredibly fun to work with. She made us feel heard, cared for, and completely supported at every step. Even during the most stressful moments, she had a way of grounding us and reminding us to enjoy the process. She was a true partner and a source of calm joy throughout the experience.
On the day of the wedding, everything ran flawlessly. We were able to be fully present because we knew Elena had everything covered. Our guests could feel it too. So many of them told us it was the most seamless and well-run wedding they had ever attended. Every transition felt smooth, every detail was in place, and every moment flowed naturally. That didn’t happen by accident. It was because Elena had planned and managed it all so thoughtfully.
We truly cannot imagine how this would have come together without her. She brought our vision to life with care and intention, and she made the experience enjoyable from beginning to end. There is nothing she cannot do, and anyone would be incredibly lucky to have her by their side.
Elena, thank you for everything. You are one of a kind, and we are forever grateful.
Sincerely, the DeWines <3
Couldn't imagine our day without Elena! 💗 From the moment she got to the venue I felt like I could breathe easier and truly be present knowing she had every detail of our special ...
day handled with care. Truly so kind and wonderful to work with 😊
Elena was amazingly perfect as our month of coordinator. She was a HUGE part of making our wedding day (and rehearsal!!) flow so perfectly and we are so thankful. We were so impres...
sed when she showed up to our venue meeting with everything we could think of planned out. She made both our ceremony and reception spaces look great! We were also so glad that she was so happy to work with our dog, Luna. It was very important to us that Luna was involved with our day. If you're looking for a wedding planner you have found THE one!
Elena helped in many ways to make our wedding special and meaningful! From the early planning stages to the very last moments of the night, her calm presence and coordination made ...
all the difference. Her contribution and organization helped make planning much easier and she was a great person to talk ideas through with. She was a wonderful addition to our wedding!
As we look forward to the future as a married couple, we do so with full hearts and memories of a day that felt joyful, energetic, and full of love. Elena helped to make that happen through what can be a crazy-busy last month. It is very clear that she loves her job and that’s exactly what you want in a coordinator!
I truly cannot thank Elena enough for the incredible job she did as our month-of wedding coordinator. From the moment she stepped in, I felt such a sense of peace knowing everythin...
g was in good hands. She was organized, calm, and professional, but also so warm, kind, and genuinely excited for our big day.
She made sure every little detail was handled, timelines, vendor communication, last-minute changes, so I could focus on being present and enjoying each moment. I honestly don’t know how the day would have flowed without her and her crew. Everything went so smoothly, and I got to fully soak in all the joy without any stress.
She was truly a gift during this season, and I will forever be grateful for the role Elena played in making our wedding day feel magical and seamless. If you’re on the fence about hiring a coordinator, do it!!! And if you’re lucky enough to work with Elena and Adoration Weddings you’ll be in the best hands and stress free.
Elena was our month-of coordinator for our June 2025 wedding. If I could do it all over again, I would just choose her from the start; she's THAT WONDERFUL. I use the word wonderfu...
l because she's the most amazing combination of organized, wise, kind, empathetic, and simply a good person. Every question had an answer. Every worry was eased. Every anxiety calmed. A few of the details: she worked with our vendors to have a timeline prepared, made sure flowers were delivered to our baker for the cake, items were picked up and then packed up for another vendor, all of my ideas were brought to life beautifully, and even protected my flower crown at all costs :) A couple of moments stand out; she was amazing during our ceremony run-through, without her we would have made some missteps! The day of the wedding she was prepared for every step of the process and even had a large safety pin on hand when I needed it. But what I will never forget, as the ceremony started, I closed my eyes to take some deep breaths and prepare. When it was time, she gently touched my arm and asked if I was ready. I opened them to her gracious, reassuring smile and knew I could walk that aisle perfectly. For a bride there is no better feeling.
Booking Adoration Weddings & Events was one of the best (if not THE best) decisions I made for my wedding! The moment Elena came on board, I breathed a huge sigh of relief. From pl...
anning, to rehearsal, to wedding day—she was a dream to work with at every step. She came to every meeting prepared, organized and ready to help get things done! She's professional, detail-oriented and extremely knowledgable about the industry. Her spreadsheets and timelines were amazing resources that saved me so much time and energy. She answered every question and met every request with ease. Her team set up my ceremony/ reception decor exactly the way I wanted it, so I didn't have to worry about a thing on my wedding day.
Not only is Elena a total boss (which is definitely what you want in a wedding coordinator), she is incredibly kind, caring and invested in her clients. Elena genuinely cared about my wedding and worked so hard to make it the day of my dreams. Spoiler alert: it was!
If you've read this far, I'd love to treat you to a couple of my favorite Elena moments.
During our final walkthrough at the venue, I was asked a question about a vendor that I didn't know the answer to. Elena, however, had already talked with the vendor earlier that day and had the answer ready to go! And at this point she had only been officially working with us for about 24 hours. She earned my trust right then and there!
During our wedding ceremony and reception, Elena kept the event on schedule, made sure everything looked beautiful AND attended to my every need. From grabbing me a water to doing my bustle to safety pinning said bustle after it suffered an injury on the dance floor, she was always there for me. At one point, she even got me a band-aid. Absolute lifesaver!
In short, Elena is the best! I can't say enough amazing things about my time with her. I'll be recommending her to everyone I know, forever!
Elena and her team were AMAZING. I honestly can't put into words how much she did for my daughter's wedding yesterday! She was her month of coordinator and she had everything coord...
inated down to the minute. She is the sweetest person and honestly all she cared about was ensuring my daughter's day was stress free! She and her team decorated the venue and it was the most beautiful setup, it was better than I even imagined. Elena THANK YOU for making Katie and Colin's day the most magical day ever!!!
Elena and her team were fantastic to work with! She made the entire process of managing all the moving parts so easy. We had setups at two different venues, multiple vendors and lo...
ts of DIY decorations to manage and she was on top of everything. Her calm demeanor when I was running late was really appreciated and she helped make the day perfect.
Elena was incredible to work with! She went above and beyond to make sure every detail of our wedding was perfect! She was hands down the best investment we made for our wedding da...
y!
Elena was our month of coordinator and was absolutely amazing! She was incredibly helpful in organizing and communicating with all our vendors, ensuring we didn't have to worry abo...
ut a thing working up to our wedding and on the day of! Her ability to bring my vision to life was truly impressive—everything looked and felt exactly as I had imagined. Her attention to detail and execution on our wedding day made it so amazing and truly the best day ever!
I would highly recommend her for your wedding!
As a venue we really loved working with Elena. She was a wonder wedding coordinator who cares about the couple, leads the day and helps pivot through unexpected changes. She was a ...
pleasure to work with and has wonderful experience in creating the perfect day.
Absolutely AMAZING! My husband and I cannot stop telling people about how wonderful Elena did. Our wedding would not have went as smoothly as it did without her guidance and coordi...
nation. Simple put, Elena is skilled and professional at what she does!!! From the first meeting to the end of the wedding night, Elena kept us organized, collected, and CALM. My favorite thing is just how personable she is. She handled everything with grace and we cannot be more appreciative for everything!!!!!! We continue to recommend Adoration Weddings & Events to everyone we know going through the wedding process.
My husband and I could not have had the wedding of our dreams without Elena! From start to finish, she exceeded our expectations in every way possible. She was incredibly organized...
, responsive, and thoughtful throughout the time leading up to the wedding, which made us feel confident. Most importantly, her execution on the day of the wedding allowed my husband and I to relax and enjoy our special day.
Elena is patient, attentive, and a joy to work with! Her reassuring demeanor kept us calm during what can be a stressful time. She answered all of our questions in a timely manner, and she willingly provided guidance on wedding decisions. She flawlessly communicated with all of our vendors and people involved in the wedding so that the day ran smoothly and stress-free. She was by our side throughout the whole day, and we could not have done it without her! We absolutely recommend Elena to anyone looking for a wedding planner who will go above and beyond to make your day unforgettable!
Simply. Amazing! Our experience with Adoration Weddings & Events was truly an exceptional experience! From our first meeting with Elena to the post-event clean up, every part of ou...
r experience with Adoration was organized, easy, and enjoyable (an important element that Elena made sure we didn't forget)! For our event, we did something a bit more unique where we threw a wedding celebration (reception) seven months after actually getting married, which meant we needed Adoration's help with all of the organizing and logistics involved with throwing a party for 300+ of our closest family and friends! Elena not only found us the best venue for this large of an event, but also helped us pick out four delicious food trucks and even went with us to numerous wedding band showcases! Throughout the planning process, Elena kept us on track with vendors, payments, and all the other logistics. We would recommend working with Adoration & Elena 10 out of 10 times!
Elena is kind, professional, and will accomplish the wedding of your dreams. She will make your day so special and smooth any bumps along the way, so much so that you’ll forget the...
y were there in the first place. Elena wasn’t my wedding planner, but my sister’s. What she did for her special day cannot be overstated, down to making sure our family members had enough water. She is incredible and will slay the day every time!!!
PSA: This is your sign to hire Elena!!! My husband and I could not recommend Elena enough based on our experience working with her. Elena was a joy to work with; she has a positive...
and warm personality, she has an amazing attention to detail, and she has a wealth of knowledge in the wedding industry. Elena was so understanding of my husband and I's busy work schedules and made the planning process so seamless for us. Additionally, our wedding was a destination wedding in Texas, and Elena made it seem like she was working at that venue for years. The guests were commenting on how accommodating and how impressive Elena's work was. She really made the day so special for us!
I cannot recommend this woman enough to anyone planning a wedding!! There is so much to think about on your wedding day, and nobody is more equipped to handle it all. Whatever you...
r vision is, Elena can make it happen. She made my day so sweet and special and was right by my side through everything. She is so personable and warm, you will literally be best friends by the end! She is also incredibly punctual and organized and always responds right away to any questions. Look no further for the perfect wedding planner!!!
I have had the pleasure to attend several events where Elena's special touch was evident. Her integrity and professionalism are over the top, as is evident in everything she does. ...
Highly recommend!
This wedding was a dream come true. Working with Elena (our event coordinator) made the wedding planning process (and the day itself) smoother than I ever could have imagined. Elen...
a was incredibly knowledgeable, thorough, patient, and responsive throughout the process. She was a delight to work with and played a key part in making this the best night of our lives. All of our guests had nothing but positive comments about how beautifully everything flowed, and we have Elena to thank for that! If we could go back in time and do it all over again, there is nobody else we would rather work with!
If you are a detail-oriented bride who dreams of a beautiful, stress-free, meaningful and personalized wedding day, you NEED Elena! There are so many decisions to be made when plan...
ning a wedding and I was a very busy bride planning a wedding while in grad school. Elena was able to work around my crazy schedule and help me bring my dreams and visions to life in such a beautiful way that I never could’ve done on my own. She took SO much of the stress of wedding planning off of my shoulders. She is so patient, kind, and always had a smile on her face! She made the planning process more enjoyable and kept me on track with vendor deadlines. Additionally, she made me feel so relaxed and at peace on my wedding day! It can be such a busy day with a tight schedule and she kindly reminded me to pause and take a few moments to just process/ appreciate the day. She did a fantastic job managing the other vendors and assisting my family/ locating them for pictures, without being rude or pushy. She allowed me to just be a bride and made the day so enjoyable for my husband and I. My family even commented after the wedding on how kind, helpful, and approachable she was! You can tell that she truly loves what she does and loves helping brides have their dream wedding!! I would not change a single thing about my wedding day, largely due to Elena’s ideas and help. I highly highly recommend hiring her for your special day!
We booked Elena for our wedding and we have loved every second of the planning process!! (Our wedding is February 24, 2024! Elena has made planning a destination wedding easy and s...
tress-free! She has really given us the opportunity to soak up every moment of the engagement season because of how seamless our planning has been. I highly recommend Elena for any wedding or event!
Elena made my day perfect. She put my shower together and it was picture perfect and personalized down to every last detail. She was SO attentive to detail and you could tell her h...
eart was truly in it. It felt like I had a best friend by my side the whole day. Highly, highly recommend!!
Elena was such a big help planning my wedding and on the big day! She listened to all of my requests and helped me to get the dream wedding I wanted and in my budget. She was very ...
flexible (I got married during Covid) and organized, so I got the joy of planning a wedding without the hassle of having to deal with every detail. On my big day, Elena was by my side the entire time without being overbearing. She dealt with all potential problems before I even heard about them, and she was extremely kind and professional. I cannot recommend Adoration enough!!
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