Full-service planning & design based in San Diego
$2,500 starting price
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Meagan Hilss
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Meagan Hilss Events, based in San Diego, CA, is a wedding planning service that takes joy in crafting memorable wedding celebrations infused with love.
Owner and Lead Planner Meagan is an enthusiast for sentimental details. Meagan and her team are full of ideas, and having organized various events in the past, they can always recommend personalized touches for you and your spouse-to-be to make your big day even more unique. The MHE team wants to make the experience of planning your once-in-a-lifetime experience worthwhile, easy, and as enjoyable as possible, and will jump in to lend a helping hand.
Meagan Hilss Events looks forward to making the most of your special day with their expertise and infectious enthusiasm for creating unforgettable events. Meagan and her team are committed to making each occasion special, ensuring that each package is uniquely crafted to suit your budget, event planning preferences, and guest count. Whether you choose partial planning, full-service, wedding management, design, or one of their special elopement and micro wedding bundles, Meagan Hilss Events is poised to enhance the joy of your beautiful day.
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Meagan Hilss
Owner & Lead Planner
Hi there! I'm Meagan, the owner and lead planner at MHE. With a lifelong passion for planning and design, whether it's orchestrating dream vacations, curating home decor, or creating unforgettable events, I bring a blend of enthusiasm and meticulousness to every project. My type-A approach is about precision without sacrificing the fun. I genuinely revel in the dreaming, research, and seamless execution of events, promising to be your positive and vibrant partner throughout the entire planning experience. Let's turn your vision into unforgettable moments!
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5.0
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Meagan Hilss Events receives glowing reviews for her exceptional wedding planning services. Described as organized, detail-oriented, and creative, Meagan is praised for her meticulous attention to detail and personalized approach. Reviewers recount a stress-free planning process under her guidance and applaud her network of top-notch vendors. Complemented for exceeding expectations and handling challenges with ease, Meagan's dedication and professionalism shine through in creating unforgettable and seamless wedding days. Friends and clients alike appreciate her warm personality, thorough communication, and the extra mile she goes to ensure a flawless event. Overall, hiring Meagan is hailed as a decision that guarantees a perfect and magical wedding day.Review photos
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Jiao Jiao M
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5.0
12/09/2024
Working with Meagan Hilss Events was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding! We hired her for partial planning, and our only regret is not hiring her sooner for the full wedding planning package!
Meagan’s attention to detail, creative vision, and calm demeanor turned what could have been a stressful planning process into an absolute joy. From the very first phone consultation, I knew I wanted to hire her. Meagan took the time to truly understand our vision and brought it to life in ways we couldn’t have imagined. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, from the table arrangements to the seamless timeline. She worked tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring everything ran smoothly so we could focus on enjoying our day.
Meagan’s network of vendors is unmatched, and her recommendations were spot-on. She has an incredible eye for design and a knack for making even the smallest moments feel magical.
What really sets Meagan apart is her personal touch and dedication to her clients. She went above and beyond to make sure our day was exactly as we dreamed—and more. When I ran into a few hiccups with printing our table numbers, Meagan came to the rescue on the day of. She not only printed and cut them for us but also added extra decor items and candles to bring our vision to life, all without charging us extra for renting her supplies. We truly felt like she cared about us and our budget!
We couldn’t be happier, and we owe it all to Meagan and her husband, Mike! Thank you for giving us a day we will cherish forever!
**P.S. Peep Meagan in the background with a big smile! I wish our guests got more photos of her! 😁
response 01/05/2025
Thank you so much for this thoughtful review! It means the world to me that you had such a...
positive experience. I’m truly honored to have been part of your wedding journey and to help bring your vision to life. Hearing that your day was exactly as you dreamed (and more!) is why I love what I do.
Thank you for trusting me and for the kind words about my vendors and my husband, Mike—he’ll love the shoutout!
Taylor F
5.0
1/09/2025
You will have zero regrets hiring Meagan Hilss Events for your wedding or event. Meagan is a literal angel on earth!
We hired Meagan as our Day of Coordinator (6 weeks prior to our wedding date) for our NYE wedding and she killed it! I find myself to be extremely detail oriented and scheduled so naturally I was nervous finding someone that I felt shared my attention to detail and also nervous handing over my carefully curated wedding plans to someone else. From the first phone call through the various meetings Meagan put my mind at ease. She knows every question to ask to help nail your timeline down to the minute. She came up with a ton of creative and fun ideas to make our day even more unique and special. She was assertive enough to manage our bridal party of 20+, but still so kind to everyone the entire time. She came prepared with backup decor, and anything we would have needed.
I was able to fully relax through our rehearsal and wedding knowing Meagan would handle it and she did.
Thank you so much!!!!
response 01/11/2025
Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful review! It means the world to me that I w...
as able to put your mind at ease and help bring your carefully curated plans to life. Your NYE wedding was such a beautiful and special day, and it was an absolute joy working with you. I’m so grateful for your trust and kind words—especially knowing how much care you put into every detail. Wishing you both all the happiness in this next chapter! 💕
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Diane L
5.0
12/09/2024
Meagan was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very beginning, she was a lifesaver—making the entire wedding planning process smooth and stress-free. We had a very specific vision for our venue, caterer, and florist, and she truly went above and beyond by researching and finding vendor options that perfectly matched our unique style.
We didn’t know much about weddings, but Meagan guided us every step of the way and kept us on track with all our deadlines. She was always available for a call, super organized, and so sweet—like having a friend who’s also a wedding expert. She saved us so much time and money, and we honestly couldn’t have done it without her.
response 12/16/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! It means the world to me that I could make the plan...
ning process smooth and stress-free for you. I loved being part of your wedding journey and helping bring your unique vision to life. It was such a joy working with you both, and I’m so grateful for the trust you placed in me. Wishing you all the best! ❤️
Courtney C
5.0
12/06/2024
Meagan went above and beyond to make our day as seamless as possible. She is superwoman! So prepared, professional, and committed to her job. Meagan is a straightforward communicator and helps dreams become a reality. She level sets on expectations and helped me understand all that goes into wedding planning (a lot!) Hiring Meagan as our coordinator is the best decision we made as it made the day stress free. I cannot recommend her enough! THANK YOU MEAGAN!
response 12/10/2024
Thank you, Courtney! Absolutely loved being a part of yours and Micah's special day!
LeAnn H
5.0
10/15/2024
Words will never be able to express our gratitude for Meagan in our wedding planning journey. From our first phone call, we knew she would be a perfect fit for us and match my own type-A energy. She went above and beyond to make sure that our vision truly came to life, including my excessive amount of personalized items and DIYs. There are several specific challenges to having your venue be a family members property, but Meagan bypassed all of them and fulfilled our needs with ease. She is not only is a great person and a phenomenal wedding planner, but she also managed to capture my most favorite content from our day, our dog being the ring bearer! We were so lucky to have found her! xoxo The Hyatts
response 10/15/2024
Thank you, LeAnn! I'm so happy I was a part of your wedding - it was truly so special. Giv...
e Oakley a pet from me!
Hannah K
5.0
10/13/2024
Meagan is one of the best. We connected immediately on our very first phone call, and I knew she would be the perfect fit for our vendor team. She is professional and personal, which makes the planning process fun, easy, and efficient. Meagan is organized and efficient, and she will go to bat for her couples to ensure everything is executed the way they hoped. She helped keep our other vendors on track and bring our personal touch into every detail. She was so kind and supportive on our wedding day and all the moments surrounding it, and she brought a sense of security and calm just knowing that she would help us bring our vision to life. I am so grateful for her!
response 10/16/2024
Thank you so much, Hannah! It was an honor to be a part of your day. You and Nick are trul...
y beautiful inside and out <3
Shelby K
5.0
9/29/2024
We chatted with a few planning/coordination vendors before finding Meagan, but when we chatted with Meagan we knew right away we needed to work with her! In the intro call she described herself as incredibly type-A and she had a super positive, encouraging energy.
We thought we only wanted a coordinator, but went with her partial planning service too, and she seriously exceeded our expectations. We are a lesbian couple and we wanted our wedding’s vibe to be laid back with a come-as-you-are attitude while still being excellently put together. She found vendors that were experienced with and/or accommodating to lgbtq clients, she helped us with details that matched our vibe while not creating any additional stress over excess details. She lead vendor meetings and our two in-person planning meetings with great agendas. She was literally always available via text. She went out of her way to source advice on getting hair extensions because I mentioned getting my hair done was a source of anxiety. And! Her husband, who helps out with some execution, baked us a sourdough loaf!!
I joked with my wife that, as someone who typically plans our trips for us and our friends and is in control of things, the only stress I felt on the day of the wedding was NOT being informed of any issues (surely there had to be some!). There was not a moment that went wrong or felt weird - we had the perfect day thanks to Meagan!
TL;DR We would book Meagan over and over and over and over again.
response 10/09/2024
Thank you, Shelby! It was such a pleasure working with you and Katelyn <3
Peter K
5.0
8/08/2024
I recently worked with Meagan on a wedding at Scripps Seaside Forum. As a tenured DJ with GE Productions and over 250 weddings under our name, I can't understate the value of a top notch coordinator. Meagan was AMAZING! She is organized, communicated all the details AND CHANGES thoroughly throughout the process and kept me in the loop. Come the big day she was on top of her game and rolled with the flow and kept everything organized and on point. Often coordinators don't get enough credit, however all the behind the scenes work that goes on is often unseen. Hire Meagan if you want a squared away coordinator who knows how to handle business! Thanks for being an all star in the wedding industry!
Kate T
5.0
5/29/2024
Being a part of Meagan’s wedding was a true testament to her incredible planning skills! As a guest, I was so impressed by her organization and meticulous attention to detail. Everything flowed seamlessly, and it was clear how much she cared about creating a memorable experience for everyone. From the unique custom drink glasses as party favors to the personal touch of having friends perform her and Mike’s dance song, Meagan thought of everything. If you're looking for a planner who will ensure your wedding is not only beautiful but an unforgettable experience for you and your guests, then Meagan is your gal!
Brett M
5.0
4/28/2024
Meagan played a huge role in making my sisters special day pure perfection! She was on top of every important detail and truly allowed my family and the bride the opportunity to relax… Even on the wedding day! We had faith that whatever it was, she had it totally covered!!
We are so grateful for everything you did to help make the day go smoothly. Thank you so much! Can’t wait to recommend you to the next bride. :)
Caitlin B
5.0
4/11/2024
Hiring Meagan Hilss for my wedding coordinator was the best decision we ever made. When I say Meagan goes above and BEYOND- I MEAN IT! This girl does it ALL, she does not skip a beat. Detail oriented doesn’t even begin to describe Meagan. She truly dives into the smallest, intricate details that you would never even think of as a bride. She was excellent at communicating and had a running timeline that we would tweak together as the days got closer to the wedding. This gave me such piece of mind. I felt like every single thing I ever relayed to her was never, ever forgotten or brushed under the rug. In fact, it was probably written down in alphabetical order and color coded!!! I’m not kidding you when I say Meagan was the reason my wedding turned out so perfect. She absolutely crushes being a coordinator. I am so thankful for her and I will ALWAYS recommend Meagan Hilss to EVERYONE!!!! Thank you Meagan!!!!
response 04/12/2024
Ahh this is so so sweet! Thank you for the kind words, Caitlin! I absolutely loved being a...
part of your special day <3
Emily L
5.0
12/15/2023
I found out about Meagan Hilss Events through my friend’s wedding that she was the planner for. The wedding I attended was beautiful and everything seemed to go so seamlessly! From the gorgeous decor/setup to the seamless timeline... it was perfection! You could really tell that Meagan worked really hard to make my friend’s wedding perfect! The bride raved about Meagan and recommended her services when I was looking for help planning my husband’s birthday. From the day Meagan and I started chatting about his party you could tell she was very passionate about her work and she really strived to make the planning as pain free as possible for me. Meagan was super responsive and easy to talk to. She was super organized which I really appreciated since I’m not! She seemed to know the San Diego area really well which came in handy when trying to figure out venues. I wish I knew about Meagan when I was planning my wedding a few years ago!
response 12/15/2023
Thank you, Emily! It was great to work with you and Carl for his birthday! I hope to work ...
with you again in the future.
Kelly H
5.0
12/12/2023
I had the incredible privilege of working with Meagan for my recent wedding, and I can confidently say that she is on her way to becoming one of the most phenomenal wedding planners in the industry. Though relatively new to the business, her talent and dedication are beyond impressive.
From the very first meeting Meagan displayed a level of professionalism and enthusiasm that immediately put my husband and I at ease. She listened attentively to our ideas and preferences and helped make our dream a reality.
One of the most remarkable aspects of working with Meagan was her impeccable attention to detail. She left no stone unturned when it came to planning and executing our wedding day. Every aspect, from the venue selection and décor to the catering and entertainment, was executed flawlessly. She truly has an eye for design and an incredible knack for coordinating every element seamlessly.
What sets Meagan apart is her ability to adapt and overcome any challenges that may arise. Even in the face of unexpected setbacks, she remained calm and composed, finding creative solutions that made our day even more special. She allowed us to enjoy our day without even noticing the many problems that came up, and we were truly impressed by the way she handled everything.
Throughout the planning process, Meagan was not just a planner but also a friend. She was always available to answer our questions, offer advice, and provide emotional support when needed. Her warmth and positivity made the entire journey enjoyable and stress-free.
On the day of our wedding, Meagan and her team worked tirelessly to ensure everything ran smoothly. We were able to fully immerse ourselves in the joy of the moment, knowing that she had everything under control. The result was a wedding that exceeded our wildest dreams and left our guests in awe.
In conclusion, I can't recommend Meagan enough for her exceptional talent, dedication, and passion for creating unforgettable weddings. Her journey as a wedding planner is just beginning, but I have no doubt that she will continue to shine brightly in the industry. If you're looking for a wedding planner who will go above and beyond to make your special day perfect, look no further. Meagan is a true gem and a rising star in the world of wedding planning. We are forever grateful for her incredible work, and we can't thank her enough for making our wedding day a fairytale come true.
response 12/19/2023
Thank you for the kind words, Kelly! I absolutely loved working with you and Cyril!
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