To Have & To Hold Events

Wedding Planner Knoxville

Tennessee

Service area

Jailyn Hicks

LEAD PLANNER

Typically responds within 24h

AWARD WINNER (1X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

To Have & To Hold Events is a full-service wedding planning company based in Knoxville, TN, dedicated to bringing your dream wedding to life. We specialize in personalized planning, seamless coordination, and flawless execution to ensure every detail of your special day is perfect. From venue selection and vendor management to timeline creation and day-of coordination, we handle it all—so you can enjoy a stress-free, unforgettable celebration. Whether you're envisioning an intimate gathering or a grand affair, we are here to make your wedding vision a reality.

Black-owned, LGBTQ+-owned and Woman-owned Business

2+ years in business

Small team (2-10 members)

Details

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages

Destination Wedding Planning

Planning

Budgeting

Day-Of Coordination

Destination Wedding Planning

Full Service Wedding Planning

Honeymoon Planning

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged

Engagement Party

Rehearsals & Parties

After Party

Engagement Party

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

Wedding

After Party

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Rehearsal

Rehearsal Dinner

Awards and Affiliations

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Meet the team

Jailyn Hicks

Lead Planner

Hi, I’m Jailyn, the founder of To Have & To Hold Events! Although I am based in East Tennessee, I am originally a Nashville native, and a lover of all things planning. I have always dreamed of my perfect day, and that passion is what drives me to help others bring their vision to life. As a wedding planner, I am dedicated to ensuring every detail is meticulously planned and executed, because I know how important it is to create a day that feels flawless. With my Type-A personality and keen attention to detail, my team will be a seamless extension of your planning process, offering support, organization, and creativity every step of the way to make your dream day come true.

5.0

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8 reviews

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To Have and To Hold Events, led by Jailyn, received glowing reviews from multiple couples for their exceptional wedding planning services. Jailyn and her team were described as dedicated, attentive, and professional, ensuring a seamless and stress-free wedding day for the couples. Their attention to detail, positive energy, problem-solving skills, and ability to handle last-minute changes were highly praised, with several reviewers emphasizing how Jailyn and her team made their wedding dreams a reality, allowing them to fully enjoy their special day. The team's impeccable communication, organization, and care were highlighted, making To Have and To Hold Events a highly recommended choice for couples seeking a reliable and talented wedding planning service.

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Rachel H

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5/12/2025

Jailyn and her team did an amazing job!! I reached out a month before my wedding and her got us all taken care of and our day went off without any problems thanks to them!!

EvaRae A

12/15/2025

Jailyn is truly an angel of a human being. I knew from the very first phone call we had nine months ago that it was meant to be. Every meeting leading up to the wedding went amazin...

gly, and her attention to detail is truly elite. She never once stopped taking care of us on our wedding day. From start to finish, she made sure we were calm, supported, and able to fully enjoy every moment without stress. She even stayed later to help clean and pack up everything at the end of the night, which speaks volumes about her dedication and heart. My family bragged on her so much for all her help along with Lilly! Her assistant Lilly was also incredible — always attentive, kind, and right there whenever we needed anything. Together, they made our wedding day run flawlessly. Jailyn didn’t just feel like our wedding planner; she felt like someone who genuinely cared about us and our day. I truly cannot recommend Jailyn and To Have and To Hold Events enough. We are forever grateful 🤍

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Victoria F

10/24/2025

Forever Grateful for Jailyn and Her Amazing Team!!! From the very first conversation, Jailyn was an absolute dream to work with and I knew she was the wedding coordinator for me. ...

She’s kind, calm, and collected... which is exactly the kind of person you want by your side when planning and executing one of the biggest days of your life. She’s incredibly knowledgeable about the wedding industry, and it truly shows. Jailyn offered great advice throughout the planning process but also really listened to our vision and never tried to sway us… she just made everything even better. Jailyn is punctual, organized, and on top of every little detail. Thanks to her, our wedding day was completely seamless, literally nothing went wrong! Jailyn even introduced us to the idea of a sand ceremony, which fit us perfectly and became one of our favorite parts of the day. On the wedding day, Jailyn and her assistant Mozelle were amazing. They worked so hard behind the scenes to make everything run smoothly, all while keeping such positive, joyful energy. You can tell they truly love what they do, and that made all the difference. They are a dream team!! We honestly couldn’t have pulled off such a perfect day without them. To Have & To Hold Events is the real deal - 10/10 recommend! 💕

Eggy R

9/12/2025

It is almost impossible for me to put into words what having "To Have and Hold Events" part of our wedding meant.. but I will certainly try. Jailyn Hicks is a consummate professi...

onal who stepped in and turned our wedding dreams into reality. She and her team were consistently communicative, without being intrusive; and took charge of the event without ever being overbearing. Jailyn and team handled all vendor communication, and ensured that everyone was where they needed to be when they needed to be there. Once she took over the management of our wedding, I felt so relaxed and at ease, knowing that someone with an impeccable work ethic and uncompromising attention to detail was in the lead. The peace of mind and overall calm that having Jailyn and team onboard for our wedding gave us, is something that can never be quantified. Lateef and I are eternally grateful for all that they did to make our wedding so beautiful and flawlessly executed. I even had a last minute dress mishap that Jailyn and team were able to resolve in an instant! I would give Jailyn and her team 1,000,000 stars if I could, and would recommend her and her team to anyone wanting a carefree experience for your wedding that will allow you to actually enjoy it. That is exactly what they did for me and my husband. Thank you Jailyn and the entire team. We cannot thank you enough for all that you did to make our day one that we will never forget.

Danielle S

7/07/2025

Jailyn was truly the MVP of our wedding day! Out of all our vendors, she was the one person we could count on every step of the way. Her professionalism, calm presence, and attenti...

on to detail made all the difference during what could have been a very stressful day. She handled every hiccup with grace and kept everything running smoothly so my husband and I could actually be present and enjoy our day. Jailyn went above and beyond, not just coordinating logistics but genuinely supporting us through the entire experience. If you're looking for someone reliable, professional, organized, and full of positive energy, Jailyn is it. We are forever grateful for her and can’t recommend her enough!

Sierra R

4/11/2025

Jailyn was absolutely amazing leading up to our wedding and on the big day. She was so responsive when we had any questions or last minute requests. I knew Jailyn for years before,...

and to see her thrive in this industry, she was made for it. She was such a quick problem solver and made sure I didn’t have one ounce of stress on our wedding day. From the bad weather, to needing to pivot to different plans last minute, she truly handled it all. Without Jailyn, this wedding truly wouldn’t have happened. My husband and I are so grateful we came across To Have and To Hold Events. It truly was the best decision we could have made. Jailyn, we wish you nothing but growth and a long, successful future ahead for you and your business. Book To Have and To Hold Events, you will not regret it.

Kat L

2/24/2025

We absolutely loved working with Jailyn! My daughter’s wedding was exactly what we hoped for, and they took all the stress off our shoulders. Every little detail was handled perfec...

tly, so we could just relax and enjoy the day. If you want a wedding that's both personal and perfectly organized, we can’t recommend them enough!

Grace S

2/21/2025

where do I even start?! Jailyn was everything I didn’t know I needed for my wedding. Jailyn is literally a wedding planning wizard—she handled every little detail so I didn’t have ...

to stress (aka spiral into full-on panic mode). From vendor recommendations to the timeline to making sure everything ran smoothly on the big day, she was ON IT. I actually got to enjoy my wedding without worrying about a thing, and it turned out even better than I imagined. If you’re debating whether to hire a planner—this is your sign. 10/10, no notes.

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