Seamless wedding planning for couples who crave meaningful, value-led events.
Looking for a Raleigh wedding planner who just gets it?
The minute you get engaged, your life becomes full of decisions – some big, some small, and a whole lot that need to be made despite what nosy friends and family feel. Our Raleigh wedding planner team is focused on sustainability, and we're proudly LGBTQ allies, meaning we'll help your values shine through while you have the best time of your life.
Your wedding is a reflection of what’s most important to you and your partner - and nothing else. Let's make it yours.
Our wedding planning team handles all the logistical details so that you can walk into your wedding day feeling confident and refreshed. Be it venue research, tours, or coordination, we. are. here. for. you.
When you have a trusted Raleigh wedding planner team.
Turns out wedding planning can be a dream.
Explore our Raleigh wedding planner services
Partial wedding management
(AKA: Day-of Coordination)
Wedding management
(AKA: Month-of Coordination)
Partial wedding planning
Full-service planning
When you book with K.S.Otter Events, you're getting not only a team with years of wedding planning experience under their belts, but people who truly care about you having the time of your LIFE.
We're not in it only for the pretty design and wedding trends (but that's fun too). We're in it for YOU – to make sure every value and dream you hold is represented in this once-in-a-lifetime day. Because ideally, you'll only do it once.
Ready for a joyful planning experience?
We're more than planners here. We're your confidantes, brainstorming besties, and make-it-happen doers.
Your wedding venue should become your happy place – that place that you consider a part of yours and your partner's love story. Having a Raleigh wedding planner allows you to have an expert by your side to help you pinpoint THE best place that suits your personality, values, and style dreams.
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our top Raleigh wedding venues.
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This gem of a venue is nestled in downtown Raleigh, perfect for couples looking to party amongst the hustle and bustle of Raleigh!
Their space is adaptable to your style and comes complete with these string lights. The Stockroom at 230 also provides flexibility with 12 hour rental packages, which we can tell you is suuuper convenient for giving buffer to your wedding day timeline.
The Stockroom at 230
Ever dreamed of getting married amongst dinosaurs? This is the closest way that we know of in North Carolina. Your guests will delight in the unique experience that comes with going to a wedding in a literal museum.
We've worked here before, so we also know the ins and outs of bringing your personality to this awesome place!
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Say less
“I want a wedding that feels like the inside of a tropical fruit stand with disco balls”
We specialize in seamlessly blending sustainability with your own style, creating stunning, eco-conscious weddings that leave a lasting impression, no matter the setting.
If you can dream it, we can pretty much design it. While we’re not quite a fairy godmother, we come pretty dang close!
Here are some other wedding styles we can design:
Speakeasy glamour
Victorian
Rustic
Studio 54 Disco
Italian Elegance
Vintage
Circus Flair
Enchanted Forest
Garden Party
“Pride and Prejudice meets Jurassic Park” - a real request!
From classic to quirky, any style can look incredible when it’s backed by creativity, confidence, and a team that knows how to bring it all together. (Hi, that’s us.)
Timeless
Jazzy
Fantasy-inspired
Classic
Modern
Luxury
Playful
Bold
Flavorful
Boho
Black and White
Since 2019, we’ve been crafting events that leave lasting impressions while planning them through an eco-conscious filter.
– Amy & Logan
“I can't recommend K.S.Otter Events highly enough. We began working with Katie about 14 months before our wedding, and she was immensely helpful at every stage of the process. We had an initial meeting with her where we outlined the must-haves for our special day, and she was instrumental in helping us find and book all of our vendors.
As we got closer to the wedding, Katie provided us with helpful checklists of things to get done that month, which prevented us from feeling overwhelmed or behind on planning.
With a month and change left, Katie sent out a day-of timeline that became a life-saving reference for directing friends and relatives on the day. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say we simply could not have had the amazing wedding we did without her help!!!”
– Emily, Dolce Art Studios
“Katie is the best of the best!! Between her amazing, detailed timeline to her fantastic day of coordinating. It was so great to see my sister having the time of her life, worry free on her wedding day!! AND she is so kind, we never felt under pressure or rushed. Every moment was enjoyed. Thank you Katie!!”
K.S.Otter Events was an absolutely amazing wedding planning team to work with. From the very start, they were excellent communicators, keeping us informed every step of the way and making sure we felt completely taken care of. They literally saved our whole day! K.S.Otter Events and their team worked tirelessly to make our wedding day truly special. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding planner. They are absolutely perfect at what they do!”
– Rhonda & Michael
“K.S.Otter Events Literally Saved the Whole Wedding Day. Their work was nothing short of incredible— beyond amazing! They handled everything for our big day and ensured it turned out perfectly, even when our original caterer was a no-call, no-show. They quickly stepped in and found a replacement at the last minute.
I love Katie's attention to detail, plus I love that she has established relationships with so many wonderful wedding vendors. The interactive timeline she made was a really cool feature. If you decide to work with K.S.Otter Events, you can relax and trust the process: But if there is something you really want, then make sure to speak up because Katie will try her best to make it happen.”
– Kheesa & Anthony
“I would definitely recommend K.S.Otter Events to anyone I knew looking to get married. The reason why is because my event was beyond my wildest dreams! She put together an amazing wedding and also incorporated a lot of my ideas and wishes. I was just so pleased: everyone had an amazing time.
The quality of her work and value she provided was top-notch. You can tell she truly puts her heart into every event she plans. Katie planned the Wish Weddings entire day from start to finish, and her level of caring and attention to detail was fantastic. We were blessed to have her be a Wish Granter with Wish Upon a Wedding and plan two Wish Weddings for us. We highly recommend K.S.Otter Events for any couple looking for a caring, detail-oriented wedding planner.”
– Megan Biehl, Wish Upon a Wedding
“An AMAZING planner to have on your side! K.S.Otter Events was an absolute pleasure to work with as a Wish Granter for our Wish weddings. Her communication style was great - she was always on top of things and available to talk through any questions or concerns I had.
She didn’t just plan a wedding—she brought our vision to life and made the entire process feel smooth, joyful, and completely stress-free. Katie went above and beyond in every possible way. She handled every detail with such care and precision—from vendor coordination to timeline management—making sure everything ran flawlessly. Even when unexpected challenges came up (as they always do!), she tackled them with calm confidence and made sure we never had to worry. What really stood out was how much she genuinely cared. She wasn’t just doing a job—she was truly there for us. Her kindness, patience, and passion for what she does made all the difference, and we felt so supported every step of the way. If you’re looking for a wedding planner who is not only insanely good at what she does but also kind, thoughtful, and 100% committed to making your day magical, Katie is the one. We are forever grateful for her and everything she did to make our day unforgettable.”
– Victoria & Taylor
“K.S.Otter Events went above and beyond – the wedding planner of our dreams! Hiring K.S.Otter Events as our wedding planner was hands-down the best decision we made. From the very beginning, she was organized, responsive, and truly invested in making our day as perfect as possible.
The day before the wedding, there was a major mix-up with my flowers and I suddenly had nothing. Katie completely saved the day—thanks to her connections, not only did she find a florist last-minute, but she somehow got me the succulent bouquet of my dreams. It felt like magic. At the rehearsal dinner, I turned to my now-husband and said, “I wouldn’t have made it through the last few weeks without Katie.” And I meant it. I’m very Type B, and my ideas were kind of all over the place, but she took my mess and turned it into such a beautiful, seamless event. She kept everything on track the day of, made sure everyone knew where they needed to be, and handled all the little things I would’ve never thought of. We were trying to save money and weren’t sure about hiring a coordinator—but honestly, I can’t imagine how we would’ve done it without her. Even after the event, she had all our decorations carefully packed and wrapped in bubble wrap. She just handled everything with so much care. So, so grateful for Katie—if you’re even considering a coordinator, hire her. You will not regret it.”
– Anna & Ryan
“I truly don’t know how we would’ve pulled off our wedding without K.S.Otter Events. She was such a calming, capable presence throughout the entire process, and went above and beyond more times than I can count.
She is so open to new or even crazy ideas. She also happens to be the sweetest person on earth!! I can’t recommend her enough. I will shout it from the rooftops wherever I can: use Katie as your wedding planner!! You won’t regret it. :)”
– Amanda & Drew
“K.S.Otter Events has been an absolute lifesaver and is a dream to work with. Katie’s bringing my vision to life in a way I never could have on my own. I can’t imagine what I would have done without her!
Our planning style is organized and meticulous, but we keep the process enjoyable and stress-free. Clients love that we’re their “Nerdy, Type-A, Planning BFF” rather than a traditional, overly formal planner.
We’re passionate about important causes. It’s integral to our core.
Detail-Oriented, Yet Fun Approach
It’s like the difference between your friend who’s vegan and that one guy who won’t stop telling everyone he’s vegan. We make eco-conscious wedding planning easy by offering tips and guidance if desired, but there’s no need to be an eco-warrior! Whether you want a fully sustainable wedding or just a few thoughtful choices, we help you celebrate in a way that feels right for you.
Sustainability, Without the Pressure
We proudly serve LGBTQ+ couples and diverse love stories, creating a welcoming and judgment-free space. Our couples love that we don’t just say we’re inclusive—we truly celebrate who they are.
Inclusive & Supportive Planning
-Beyoncé
