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Based in 30A, RaeBird Weddings + Events is a wedding and event planning company. This business is owned and operated by Leighann Elliott and Hayley Poveda, two creative professionals who are passionate about creating spectacular events. This company works with engaged couples throughout the state of Florida, and are also available to plan destination weddings.
RaeBird Weddings + Events is a full-service event planning company, allowing them to assist with every aspect of your day. Whether you need assistance with event design and decor or logistics, this talented duo does it all. With their dedication, hard work, and creative flair, this team strives to exceed expectations with every celebration.
In addition to ceremonies and receptions, RaeBird Weddings + Events can organize pre- and post-nuptial events. This includes celebrations such as your engagement party, wedding, rehearsal dinner, and after-party. For couples who require specific services only, a la carte planning options are available.
Starting prices may not include all fees a vendor may charge.
Couples usually spend $5,500
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
A la Carte Wedding Planning
Budgeting
Day-Of Coordination
Destination Wedding Planning
Full Service Wedding Planning
Honeymoon Planning
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Design
Wedding Website
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Engagement Party
Honeymoon
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Bachelor Party
Bachelorette Party
Bridal Luncheon
Bridal Shower
Couples Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
Welcome Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Cocktail Hour
Day After Brunch
Reception
Rehearsal
Rehearsal Dinner
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Leighann Elliott
Co-Owner and Planner
Hey yall! I was born in raised in Atlanta Georgia and grew up in a large family with lots of love and excitement My passion for serving others and need for travel and adventure fueled my interest in hospitality. I majored in Hospitality Management at Auburn University and graduated in 2017. War Eagle!! I moved to the Beautiful Emerald Coast right after Graduation to pursue my career goals in event coordinating and management. When I am not planning weddings + events for RaeBird, I work as the Event and Marketing Manager for The Village of Baytowne Wharf. I have worked and executed in the Hospitality and events industry for over a decade, and I live for the whirlwind of an event day.
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5.0
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12 reviews
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RaeBird Events is highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional wedding planning services. Leighann and Haley are described as exceptional wedding coordinators who took care of every detail and ensured a smooth and stress-free wedding day. Despite being out-of-town for some events, they displayed dedication, organization, and professionalism throughout the planning process, accommodating every request and exceeding expectations. Reviewers highlight their infectious enthusiasm, expert execution of ideas, and impeccable attention to detail, making them a dynamic and extraordinary team highly recommended for weddings. Their ability to relieve the mental load, create detailed timelines, and provide helpful advice and reassurance was appreciated, making them a vital part of creating perfect wedding experiences. Their dedication, warmth, and commitment to bringing couples' visions to life shine through in their work, earning RaeBird Events high praise and recommendations for planning dream weddings.
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Grace B
5.0
10/05/2024
They were amazing on our wedding day and helped the day run smoothly from start to finish!
Brenna W
5.0
9/11/2024
Was on the fence about hiring wedding coordinators... I am SO GLAD I did. Haley & Leighann were INCREDIBLE - because of them, I was able to genuinely enjoy my wedding! I was so burnt out from decision making & figuring things out & planning... When they stepped in, made the run of show, coordinated with vendors, set up, herded our wedding party & guests around like cats so I didn't have to... Truly remarkable. They really took that mental load right off my shoulders.
If you're getting married anywhere along the Gulf Coast, do not hesitate to book RaeBird Events. Worth every penny (and they're SO reasonably priced for everything you get) to be able to actually relax and enjoy your day. 1000% would recommend. 🥰
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Abbie B
5.0
1/18/2024
I truly can’t put into words how incredible my experience was with RaeBirds. Leighann and Haley are exceptional wedding planners, and as the bride, I can confidently say that they were vital in making our special day absolutely perfect. Their unwavering dedication and remarkable attention to detail truly made all the difference.
Despite being an out-of-town (Atlanta, GA) event for Leighann and Haley, their commitment to ensuring everything was organized and executed flawlessly was nothing short of impressive. From the very beginning, they embraced the challenge with open arms and went above and beyond to accommodate our every request. Their willingness to work with us from a distance was a testament to their professionalism and passion for their craft.
What truly set Leighann and Haley apart was their joyous personalities and infectious enthusiasm. Their positive energy and genuine love for what they do brought a sense of warmth and comfort to the entire planning process… not to mention easing all anxiety on the big day. They were always approachable and a pleasure to work with and furthermore, consistently demonstrated a level of care and understanding that made us feel like we were their top priority.
Their ability to seamlessly execute all of our needs and wants, including the smallest of details, was truly remarkable. It was evident that they invested a great deal of time and effort into understanding our vision, and their creativity and expertise shined through in every aspect of the event. They took our ideas and turned them into a reality that far exceeded our expectations.
I cannot recommend RaeBirds enough and I am so grateful to have had them by our side throughout this incredible journey. I am confident that anyone who has the pleasure of working with them will be as thrilled with the results as we were. They are, without a doubt, a dynamic and extraordinary team.
Zach H
5.0
12/07/2023
Raebird is the absolute best. We could not have asked for a better team to make our wedding day perfect. They also have an amazing group of preferred vendors that all did an amazing job. With having a destination wedding, this was such a huge bonus. All of our vendors were so amazing to work with and love Raebird as well. After the wedding we had multiple family friends tell us how impressed they were with how smoothly and timely everything went, and how it was the most fun they had had at a wedding in quite some time. That is a testament to their organization! Leighann & Haley are the absolute best, and we cannot thank them enough.
Katie L
5.0
12/06/2023
I had zero intention of hiring a wedding planner, but holy crap I am SO happy we did!! Haley and Leighann were the absolute best through out the entire process. They helped ease my planning process and made our wedding day better than I could have ever dreamed. You totally need these ladies on your team!!
Brooke E
5.0
7/26/2023
RaeBirds really helped us make the best decisions leading up to the wedding. On the wedding day, we did not have to worry about a thing! The detailed timeline they created was also SO helpful! Great job, ladies!!
Lauren B
5.0
9/02/2022
The DREAM TEAM! Haley and Leighann are the BEST! From our first phone call, I knew that they were the perfect match for our destination wedding! They are both so organized, detailed, kind, (and FUN!) and offered so much help and advice along the way as we were planning. I still can’t get over the amazing and detailed timeline that they created for us, our wedding party and vendors. They took the time to get to know us and what was important to us so they always had our best interests at heart. I had so many people tell me I didn’t seem stressed or nervous on the day of my wedding – and I truly have the RaeBird girls to thank for that. They had all the details taken care of and I was so confident that they had everything under control. We had the most perfect wedding day followed by an amazing & fun reception. I am so grateful for Haley and Leighann and I can’t imagine our day without them!
Regan H
5.0
8/15/2022
My husband and I had a wonderful experience working with RaeBird Weddings + Events!! I reached out to Haley and Leighann in the Spring of 2022 to inquire about day of coordination and design services for my wedding in June of 2022. Despite finding each other on a little bit of a shorter notice, they did not hesitate to come on board and help me plan my dream wedding. From the very first phone call I had with Haley and Leighann, they were so kind and accommodating. Throughout the the planning process, they were responsive and always made themselves available to me. We looked at inspiration pictures together, they made several great recommendations I would have never thought of, and I could tell they were so detailed-oriented and wanted to make sure everything aligned with my vision. They are both so understanding of the stress planning a wedding can create and I am so grateful for the ways they helped to alleviate that stress and reassure me that everything would be beautiful!! Leading up to the wedding day, they communicated with all my vendors and created a detailed timeline that truly reflected what my husband and I wanted for the day. They helped us stay on track throughout the day, executed a beautiful ceremony and reception space, and also helped to make the night so much fun. The planning process and wedding day went so smoothly thanks to RaeBird and I am so grateful they were apart of our big day!!
Melinda T
5.0
8/01/2022
Cheers to the RaeBird Weddings & Events Team!
I live in the Midwest and wanted to have a destination wedding on a beach in Destin, FL. My planning began with seeking out a wedding planner to help make our dream come true. My first experience with Haley & Leighann was spot on for my style, which was engaging in a personal conversation - not a transactional interaction. For me that sealed the deal and was so reflective of how they manage their business. TOTALLLY PERSONAL!!
This team was great with helping with ideas and vendors for an entire week-end of events for our 50+ out of town guests, many of whom had never been to our destination. Our goal was to make it memorable for everyone including ourselves. I think our goal was achieved based on comments we received from our guests "wedding of century" and "I would hate to be the next one to get married in this family".
If you are nervous about planning a destination wedding - don't be with this team. They held my hand all the way and provided feedback, suggestions and opinions when I needed & wanted them.
We appreciate all that Haley & Leighann did to make our dreams come true.
Allison B
5.0
7/11/2022
I cannot say enough about RaeBird and their help with planning my rehearsal dinner and wedding! They went above and beyond to make it the best day and really brought my vision to life at the ceremony and reception. They walked us through it all for almost 9 months and helped us overcome any obstacle. They have great vendor relationships also which is super helpful. Super sweet girls and am so thankful they were my wedding planners!
Courtney G
5.0
3/16/2022
The best duo ever!! They made every one of my wishes come true for my special day and I wish I could relive it over and over!
Brittany B
5.0
3/15/2022
Look no further for the PERFECT wedding planners! I recommend these ladies to anyone and everyone. We were planning our destination wedding in Destin from Atlanta and we were worried the details would consume us since we were not local. Leighann and Haley never let us skip a beat. They helped us with amazing vendor choices, even a videographer just weeks before the wedding because it was a last minute decision. They are fun to work with and checked in regularly with encouraging energy to share the excitement with us for our big day. Leighann was with us on our big day and it ran smoother than ever imagined. We look back often and always say we would never change a thing. Every detail was on point. It was truly the perfect day, and we owe a lot of that to RaeBird Events for making it stress free. Maybe one day we will renew our vows and will be able to use them again!
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