Your wedding is a joyous event you have dreamt about for years. Now that you finally have that ring on your finger, it’s time to figure out all the details and create the perfect day. If you want an stress-free approach to making this happen, a wedding planner is a total must! Not only will they help you figure out all the logistics, but they also know all the best vendors, as well as the hidden gems that will understand your vision. As a Quad Cities wedding photographer, I get the chance to connect with the top professionals in the business, and now, I’m here to tell you about all of my faves! Here are the Quad Cities wedding planners who will deliver the day of your dreams.


Des Moines, Iowa
Elizabeth Bliss Events is a center that is based in Iowa but works across the entire country planning unforgettable celebrations. The creator, Lauren Elizabeth, has been grinding away in the area for over 6 years and knows what it takes to throw a seamless party. You can book several tiers of help, including day-of coordination, planning and design, and full-service wedding planning. With her team by your side, you are going to have unlimited help starting from the very first meeting!
4916 Lakeside Drive, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722
Bright DeSigns is a practice founded by a couple who love love! Casey and Matt got married back in 2013, and they adored the planning process so much that they decided to make it their new career. They have been on the scene since 2014, building up vendor relationships while gaining some invaluable insight. This team is ready to help you with the entire process from the event design to the timeline creation. With their collaborative approach, you are going to have a day that feels completely authentic!
3701 Tanglefoot Lane, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722
Blissful Events is a center founded by Abbey DePauw, an experienced planner and designer. Abbey has always had an eye for the creative, and now, she brings it to you to make your dream wedding a reality. Many of her clients simply don’t know where to start when it comes to planning their weddings. Abbey makes it easy, working with you to find your vision and orchestrate a day that has been tailored to you and your partner. She offers full planning, design, and month-of coordination.
Quad Cities Area
When Brianne named her company “Stress Free Weddings,” she wasn’t joking around! This Iowa/Illinois business works all across the Quad Cities and beyond, planning unforgettable weddings without the headache. Her goal is to work with you to tell your story through every single second of your celebration. Brianne is so beloved that she has been recognized by sites like The Knot and Wedding Wire for her work. When you pick her, you can choose between full-service planning and ceremony-only planning.
Quad Cities Area
Josie Lynn is a Certified Wedding and Event Planner who has orchestrated some of the most legendary celebrations in the area! She has been working since 2013 and knows all the secrets to planning the perfect event. Not only has she become a favorite for couples, but she’s also become a darling to the venues and now works exclusively with the Figge Art Museum. By the way, if you think she matches your vibes, be sure to book soon because her dates tend to fill up fast!
Quad Cities Area
D’Lux Events was started by Gina Groenbeck, an industry expert who has been working for over 25 years. Gina loves helping parties of all sizes and will make sure your day is one you’ll want to remember for years to come. While planning might be at the heart of what they do, D’Lux also offers extensive rental services and will be sure you have everything you need for a hassle-free day.
Quad Cities Area
Soiree Wedding Planning is run by a team of passionate women who love throwing one-of-a-kind events. They work with all couples and will take care of you from the first meeting all the way through your farewell brunch. They offer three levels of assistance: you can book full-planning with The Experience, partial-planning with The Assistant, and limited planning with The Essentials. All of their options include vendor lists, event coordination, day-of set-up, timeline management, and so much more!
Quad Cities Area
Lisa Syring started Cherish the Day as a way to help every couple write the next chapter of their love stories. Her award-winning approach focuses on all of the details, bringing everything together for a celebration you’ll keep close to your heart. When you book Lisa and her team, you can choose between full-service planning and coordination. With both packages, you will have a flawless day filled with joy!
Quad Cities Area
If you want to plan a wedding that will stand out, Toast Worthy Events is your spot! Started by a Quad Cities native, this is a spot that ditches the “copy and paste” approach you might find with other planners and instead gives you a wedding that feels so uniquely your own. Not only does Avery have an eye for design, but she is also deeply passionate about all of the logistics. When you book her for your wedding day, you can count on a stress-free day that your guests will remember for all of the right reasons!
Quad Cities Area
XO Events & Design was started by Kimberlin Richardson. She is an expert who has worked weddings for nearly a decade before deciding to strike out on her own. Now, she offers planning services that take care of every detail! All while still allowing the right kind of chaos to elevate your celebration. All of her packages will be completely customized to your needs, so you aren’t stuck with services that don’t match your vibes. She offers it all from full planning to day-of coordination.

If you want your perfect wedding without any of the stress, I think you are really going to love these Quad Cities wedding planners! Now, if only you had a photographer there to capture all of those details…oh, hi! Nice to meet you! As a Quad Cities wedding photographer, I love working with couples to document their celebration, giving them portraits they’ll treasure for years. If you have been on the search for your photographer, I would love to have a conversation so you can decide if we’re a match! Send me a message today to find out more!