Hope Marie Events

Event Coordinator

orlando, apopka, cleremont, Mt.dora

Service area

5.0

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If you have been thinking about hiring a wedding planner, book Hope asap! This woman is organized, knowledgeable, beyond likeable and made our wedding day absolutely seamless! Leading up to the wedding she helped me navigate the wedding world and then some…securing vendors, handling paperwork, meetings and details for us, Hope never once allowed me to have a doubt in my mind because of how on it she is! She is also the ultimate bride hype girl making sure you feel like the celebrity you are on your wedding day! My vendors that worked alongside of Hope throughout her coordinating journey with us also had nothing but excitement to work with her whether for the first time or again, and gave raving reviews of her coordination after our wedding as well! It will forever be a core memory having Hope as part of our whole wedding planning and wedding day process, I could go on for days…see for yourself book her! We are so grateful for you Hope and we love you! The Migas (Nicole and Jeff) 🤍

Nicole C.

5.0

Hope was AMAZING! I did the two months out coordination and she was an absolute life saver during the entire wedding day and the two months leading up. Our venue management was a nightmare but Hope handled them perfectly. We had to switch everything to being inside because of rain and she made the switch stress free. Rain was on and off and if it wasn’t for Hope’s quick thinking and attentiveness, I wouldn’t have survived the night. I would 100% recommend her to everyone if you want someone that will advocate for your wedding and handle everything with the utmost professionalism!

Natalie P.

5.0

Hope Goodbread

OWNER

Hope Marie Events is a wedding planning company based in Apopka, FL. Welcome to Hope Marie Events, your premier destination for exceptional event planning and coordination. We specialize in creating memorable experiences and offer comprehensive services to bring your vision to life. Our expert team will assist you in designing your ceremony and reception spaces, ensuring every detail is perfect. Our Services: Event Planning and Coordination: From the initial concept to the final celebration, we manage every aspect of your event, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. Design Services: Our creative team works closely with you to design stunning spaces for your ceremony and reception, tailored to your unique style and preferences. Floral Services: We provide beautiful, custom floral arrangements to enhance the ambiance of your event, adding a touch of elegance and charm. Rentals: We offer a wide range of rental items, including decor, furniture, and more, to complete the look and feel of your special day. At Hope Marie Events, we are dedicated to making your event extraordinary. Contact us today to start planning your unforgettable celebration.

Hispanic or Latinx-owned Business

13+ years in business

Speaks English, Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

Details

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Planning

Planning

A la Carte Wedding Planning

Budgeting

Day-Of Coordination

Destination Wedding Planning

Full Service Wedding Planning

Honeymoon Planning

Wedding Design

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Engagement Party

Honeymoon

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Bridal Shower

Engagement Party

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

Wedding

After Party

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Day After Brunch

Reception

Rehearsal

Rehearsal Dinner

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Meet the team

Hope Goodbread

Owner

I’m passionate about the wedding industry and truly love what I do! With over a decade of experience as an event coordinator, I’m dedicated to making every celebration unforgettable. I hold a degree in Hospitality Event Planning from the University of Central Florida and am a certified wedding planner—bringing together both formal training and real-world expertise. As a proud Florida native, I have a deep understanding of the local culture and venues, allowing me to design events that beautifully reflect the charm and spirit of the Sunshine State.

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Hope is an organized, detail-oriented wedding planner who expertly handles vendors, logistics, set-up/tear-down and even creates a post-wedding video. Her calm, communicative presence solves last-minute issues and lets couples truly enjoy their day. Highly recommended for full-service or day-of coordination.

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S P

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8/03/2024

Absolutely recommended! I’ve had the pleasure of working with Hope on several events, ranging from whimsical to classic to chic, and every single time she has knocked it out of the...

park! Her attention to detail is second to none, and she has an incredible ability to bring any vision to life flawlessly. Whether it’s a fairy-tale wedding, an elegant gathering, or a trendy celebration, Hope’s creativity and dedication shine through in every detail. She’s a true professional and an absolute joy to work with.

Nicole C

6/07/2026

If you have been thinking about hiring a wedding planner, book Hope asap! This woman is organized, knowledgeable, beyond likeable and made our wedding day absolutely seamless! Lead...

ing up to the wedding she helped me navigate the wedding world and then some…securing vendors, handling paperwork, meetings and details for us, Hope never once allowed me to have a doubt in my mind because of how on it she is! She is also the ultimate bride hype girl making sure you feel like the celebrity you are on your wedding day! My vendors that worked alongside of Hope throughout her coordinating journey with us also had nothing but excitement to work with her whether for the first time or again, and gave raving reviews of her coordination after our wedding as well! It will forever be a core memory having Hope as part of our whole wedding planning and wedding day process, I could go on for days…see for yourself book her! We are so grateful for you Hope and we love you! The Migas (Nicole and Jeff) 🤍

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Natalie P

3/16/2026

Hope was AMAZING! I did the two months out coordination and she was an absolute life saver during the entire wedding day and the two months leading up. Our venue management was a n...

ightmare but Hope handled them perfectly. We had to switch everything to being inside because of rain and she made the switch stress free. Rain was on and off and if it wasn’t for Hope’s quick thinking and attentiveness, I wouldn’t have survived the night. I would 100% recommend her to everyone if you want someone that will advocate for your wedding and handle everything with the utmost professionalism!

Joseph M

2/15/2026

We found Hope at a wedding expo in Orlando and we immediately clicked. It felt she like knew our vision for our wedding from our first conversation. We hired Hope for her full serv...

ice planning package and started working with her 9 months out from our wedding. She was incredible at doing research for us for vendors and communicating with them on our behalf. We had lots of questions which she always found the answer to if she did not know already. We truly needed Hope to keep us on track and hold us accountable for the tasks we took on (wedding website, designing/sending invitations, buying decor, etc.). We looked forward to meeting with her every month leading up to our wedding, and even more often once the date got closer. She was there for every major call and meeting with vendors. Hope showed her value the most on our actual wedding day. She was a behind the scenes guru. If something went wrong on our day, we have no idea because she was taking care of it all! We were truly just enjoying the day and interacting with guests while Hope and the rest of our amazing vendors did their thing.

Lauren W

12/10/2025

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Hope as my wedding coordinator, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, she was incredibly helpful, positiv...

e, and organized. Her calm energy and upbeat attitude made the entire planning process so much easier and more enjoyable. Hope communicated clearly and consistently—not only with me, but also with all of my hired vendors. She made sure everyone was on the same page, which gave me so much peace of mind leading up to the wedding day. Every detail was handled with care, and it was obvious how committed she was to making sure everything ran smoothly. Thanks to Hope, I was able to truly relax and enjoy my wedding day knowing everything was in great hands. I’m so grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to any future bride or groom looking for a dependable and genuinely wonderful coordinator.

Kierra B

11/16/2025

Hope was truly such a blessing for us for our wedding. We hired her as a day-of-coordinator, and she was hands-on from the moment we hired her five months before the wedding. She t...

ook the stress of off both of our shoulders, and we were able to enjoy our day from the very beginning. She set-up our venue, ceremony and reception, and it was so beautiful, I can't even express it. She took down, too, and made sure everything was taken care of for us. She even made us this beautiful and fun wedding video that she sent to us the morning after our wedding. Everyone at the wedding loved her! She was friendly, professional, organized, and simply amazing. We cannot thank her enough for what she did for us. The day really was just so perfect because of her. Hire Hope for your wedding, you will not regret it!

David D

3/22/2025

Hope is an absolute LIFESAVER! Booking her is one of the best choices you can make for your wedding! She goes above and beyond to make sure your wedding goes smoothly and exactly h...

ow you want. She poured countless extra hours into my wedding that were definitely beyond her contract. Everything went perfectly on my wedding day and she took so much weight off the shoulders of my husband and I! She genuinely cares about each of her clients having the best wedding that they can possibly have. She’s very attentive to detail and her packages are WAY more affordable than other wedding planners. I can’t recommend her enough!

Gwenith B

3/02/2025

Hope’s attention to detail is unmatched, and she has an incredible ability to meet the needs of both the couple and their guests. From the first meeting, she listened intently to o...

ur vision and transformed it into reality while seamlessly managing the logistics. It was clear that she genuinely cared about making our day special. On the day of the wedding, Hope was a calming presence amidst the chaos. She orchestrated everything with grace, ensuring that each moment flowed beautifully. When a last-minute hiccup threatened to throw us off, she quickly stepped in with a smile, reassuring us that everything would fine. Beyond her professionalism, Hope took the time to connect with us on a personal level. She celebrated our love and understood the significance of every detail. It felt like we had a friend by our side, someone who genuinely wanted us to have the best day of our lives. I can’t recommend Hope enough. If you want a stress-free wedding experience filled with joy and laughter, look no further. She is a true gem in the wedding industry, and I feel so grateful to have had her by our side on such a monumental day. Thanks to her, our wedding was an unforgettable journey that we will cherish forever. Thank you Hope 🤍

Bela M

7/25/2024

Working with Hope Marie Events was the absolute best decision we could have made in regards to planning our wedding. She made the whole process stress free and I was able to just e...

njoy my time being a bride. She was so organized and helped us and think of things that we would have missed if we had done it all ourselves. She is so creative and was able to not only understand our vision but offer helpful ideas to keep us within our budget. She went above and beyond to execute everything better than we could have ever imagined! There was always great communication and she was always available for any questions and concerns we had. Overall we were so pleased with how everything turned out and it was really the wedding of our dreams. I am so glad that we trusted her with one of the most important days of our lives and we look forward to hiring her again for more events in the future!

Joshua M

7/24/2024

This wedding planner is not only stunningly gorgeous and has a heart of gold, but she is also brilliant!!! The weddings she plans are like something out of a fairy tale and she has...

a way of making an already special day that much more special!! Will definitely be using her for my wedding!!!!!!

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