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Gavin Esham
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Gavin Esham Events employs a team of luxury wedding planners in Old Forge, PA, and Northern Pennsylvania. It is a boutique wedding planning and design company specializing in luxury weddings, elegant celebrations, and personalized event experiences. Founded by Gavin Esham—a seasoned planner trained by top industry professionals—our team brings years of expertise in curating stylish, stress-free weddings that reflect each couple's unique story.
Whether you're planning a romantic mountain elopement, a rustic barn wedding, or a glamorous ballroom affair, Gavin Esham Events offers full-service wedding planning, partial planning, and day-of coordination. Our signature approach blends creativity, precision, and white-glove service to ensure every detail is flawlessly executed.
💍Why Couples Choose Gavin Esham Events
• Custom wedding planning tailored to your vision
• Elevated design aesthetic with a focus on luxury and elegance
• Trusted vendor relationships and deep industry knowledge
• Seamless coordination and discreet, detail-driven service
From your first consultation to your final send-off, Gavin Esham Events is committed to making your wedding day unforgettable. We proudly serve couples throughout Northern Pennsylvania and are available for destination weddings across the U.S. and beyond.
📍 Based in Northern Pennsylvania | ✈️ Available for travel
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Gavin Esham
Owner
Gavin Esham is the creative force behind Gavin Esham Events, a boutique wedding planning and design company serving Northern Pennsylvania and destination couples across the U.S. and beyond. With a rich background in opera, theatre, and dance, Gavin brings a unique understanding of flow, timing, and artistry to every celebration he designs. His events are known for their elegance, emotional depth, and seamless execution.
Though Gavin Esham Events is a newly launched business, Gavin himself has years of experience in luxury event planning and design. He was trained by some of the most respected professionals in the wedding industry and is passionate about creating meaningful, personalized weddings for every couple.
Gavin proudly works with all forms of love and all types of couples—including LGBTQ+ weddings, multicultural celebrations, and nontraditional unions. His planning style is inclusive, detail-driven, and deeply collaborative, ensuring that every couple feels seen, heard, and celebrated.
Based in Northern Pennsylvania, Gavin lives with his husband, three rescue pups, and a rescue turtle. He’s always ready to travel for love—whether your dream wedding is in the mountains, by the sea, or in a faraway city.
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5.0
out of 5.06 reviews
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Gavin Esham Events receives glowing reviews for exceptional wedding planning services, commended for attention to detail, design expertise, and seamless execution. Clients appreciate Gavin’s professionalism, personal touches, and ability to handle unexpected challenges, such as last-minute decor arrangements and a dress mishap, with calm and efficiency. From creating a personalized aesthetic to ensuring a stress-free experience, Gavin’s dedication, creativity, and organization impress clients, making him a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a memorable and magical wedding day.Review photos
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Rebekah L
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5.0
8/31/2025
We are still glowing from the magic of our wedding day, and we owe so much of that to Gavin Esham Events! From the very beginning, Gavin showcased his incredible expertise as both a designer and planner, transforming our family estate into a breathtaking wonderland.
Gavin’s design sensibilities are exceptional; every detail was thoughtfully curated to reflect our personalities. The elegant floral arrangements, stunning table settings, and ambient lighting created an atmosphere that was both romantic and enchanting. Guests were in awe of the aesthetic, and many remarked that it felt like a fairy tale.
One of the standout aspects of working with Gavin was his attention to personal touches. He made it a point to incorporate elements that were meaningful to us, which truly made our wedding feel unique and special.
The timeline Gavin created was nothing short of miraculous. Every moment flowed seamlessly, allowing us to enjoy each part of the day without any stress. However, the real testament to his talent shone through when an unexpected mishap occurred: my wedding dress was stepped on and got muddy right before I was supposed to walk down the aisle. In what felt like a moment of panic, Gavin swooped in like a superhero and worked his magic. He managed to fix it swiftly, ensuring that not a single guest realized anything had gone amiss. I walked down the aisle feeling confident and beautiful, thanks to his quick thinking!
Overall, Gavin Esham Events exceeded all our expectations, and we couldn’t be happier with our choice. If you are looking for a planner who combines creativity, professionalism, and genuine care for your special day, look no further. Thank you, Gavin, for making our wedding unforgettable!
Response from Gavin Esham Events on 08/31/2025
Having a fully stocked emergency kit is one of those things that Planners should always m...
ake sure that they have on hand. My grateful thanks to Shout wipes!! I’m still thinking how gorgeous it all was. Thank you for your trust and friendship.
Patricia H
5.0
9/11/2025
I have worked with Gavin on several events. I own a catering company and Gavin has been outstanding. His eye for design and attention to detail is second to none. I would recommend him to any of my clients. If you are looking for a planner who will go above and beyond, with a unique approach to creating, Gavin is for you!
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Jessica M
5.0
9/02/2025
Gavin was truly a lifesaver in our wedding planning. With my husband finishing cancer treatment, a new business on my plate, and the stress of wedding details, I was completely overwhelmed. Gavin stepped in with calm, kindness, and incredible organizational skills that made everything fall into place. Thanks to him, I could actually enjoy my engagement and wedding instead of drowning in stress. He’s professional, compassionate, and truly gifted at what he does. I can’t recommend him enough!
CHRISTINA C
5.0
8/31/2025
Gavin was INCREDIBLE to work with! He listened to our ideas, heard what we were saying, and helped us execute the perfect wedding day. He never tried to ‘sell’ us something extra or ‘add on’ anything that was out of our budget. He was very real and upfront every step of the way. He offered awesome alternatives to ideas we had that saved us money, and made our wedding day go so smoothly. He reeled us back in when we were straying too far off the path! Our wedding went off without a hitch and we never knew if anything went wrong. He made connections with his contacts to help us pull some last minute decor things together and became a beautiful friend by the end of the process. He bowed out gracefully at the end of the night and has remained the top person I have recommended to people (everyone I know or meet) over the years. Whether you’re looking for full fledged wedding/event planning or just someone to help guide you through the process- Gavin is definitely your guy!
Response from Gavin Esham Events on 08/31/2025
What a beautiful day it was for the coolest couple! What a blessing to have met and worked...
with you both. Thank you for sharing your experience. The pleasure was truly all mine!
Mairin M
5.0
8/29/2025
Planning my wedding has been a dream of mine since I was a young girl. I envisioned talking to all of my vendors and giving them my visions, setting up the venue, decorating my seating chart, and coming up with our timeline for the best day of my life. About 6 weeks before my wedding, I panicked in the midst of all of my documents and tote bins full of decor. I realized I could not do this all myself AND have a stressed and care-free day. This is where Gavin came in- ready to save my perfect day. He knew what I needed and delivered it without stress or panic, despite the tight timeline we had at that point. He immediately put my mind at ease. He helped orchestrate the perfect timeline, walked us through our rehearsal, and made sure our day ran with the utmost grace. He worked with my vendors that day and helped set up my decor so that the venue looked like my dreams coming to life. I cannot recommend Gavin Esham Events enough, to all of the brides and grooms searching for a seamless and perfect day. You can trust him with all of your visions, worries, and “musts”- he will deliver it all, and then some 🤍
Response from Gavin Esham Events on 08/29/2025
Thank you for the kind words! It was a pleasure and an honor to get your vision over the f...
inish line and what a gorgeous vision it was! Give my best to your husband.
Amanda R
5.0
8/29/2025
I couldn’t have been happier or more thankful for having Gavin as my day of wedding coordinator. I loved planning my wedding, but I was set on having a day of coordinator to minimize stress on the big day. Well, with Gavin, there was no stress at all! I didn’t have to worry about a single thing because I knew based on how thorough and organized he was from the beginning, he would handle everything we needed to make sure the day went smoothly. I can still remember getting ready when Gavin came in and said the florist couldn’t find the boxes I dropped off. After confirming what I gave the florist, he said “Don’t worry, I’m on it” and I knew I didn’t even have to give it another thought. From setting up at the venue, coordinating with vendors, keeping the day to the timeline, and even helping to bustle my dress - he does it all - and so well! From a very type A bride, I truly couldn’t recommend him enough.
Response from Gavin Esham Events on 08/29/2025
Thank you so much for sharing and giving me such kind words. Your wedding was such a joy t...
o be a part of. All my love to your family:)
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