Frequently Asked Q’s
Do you offer just day-of the event management?
Can Mariposa Events Company JUST manage the wedding or event on the day of the event? In theory, yes, but our short answer is no, and here’s why; we make the choice not to. You are proposing that we take over your project and present it… Blindly taking over someone’s project the week it is due is a nightmare and we don’t know any truly reputable companies that like to do so. The important and detailed reason why: planning a detailed event like a conference or wedding takes months of preparation, attention to detail, communication and building relationships not only with you, but with your other vendors. The project must be centered around your wedding/event vision and everyone who is part of the event needs to be part of the process the entire way. We need to be part of your planning team to help you build trusting relationships with your vendors, execute a cohesive theme and take care of your very important guests. We do not want any of our projects, no matter how big or small, to be ruined by any confusion or missing pieces. Do I believe that some couples can pull off a fun event by leading the planning themselves?! Yes, sure… but that means your vendors will be worried about event success, your venue might be accidentally under staffed and your family and friends are likely to be stressed with all of the duties that were placed in their lap, and the couple, they will be so busy and stressed by managing everyone and everything, they will miss the JOY in their event. Event planners have extensive experience working with a variety of venues, vendors, emergencies and managing timelines and what needs to function properly for your event. Your aunt, your friend or your cousin are not a replacement for an event planner and shouldn’t falsely advertise to you as one, no matter how “A-type,” they are. The best thing you can do is hire an experienced event professional to help you with your event. End of story, period.
Do you have vendor recommendations?
YES! We have tons of great, reputable recommendations for vendors, décor and things to incorporate into your wedding/event that are part of our years of stockpiled knowledge. We are happy to give you recommendations on which vendors are rad, when you book us! Don’t wait to book an event planner because they will have a plethora of inside info on which vendors deliver the best service! If we don’t know someone you’ve booked, we will do our best to get to know them before your event so that we are all on the same page and not only friends by your event date, but ready to ROCK THE EVENT together.
My guest list is huge and my budget is small, help!
Decide what is more important to you; Having everyone you’ve ever met in one big rec hall with average amenities, big decor compromises, feeling like you’re not getting ANY of the “vision,” you imagined….
or having a smaller more intentional guest list with your closest relatives, and or a few very close friends; and being able to obtain the special wedding day details you’ve been dreaming of?! OK. Now read both options again. Which feels more important to you and your partner? What changes might you need to make to your budget?
Budgets are hard. Believe me, I know. We’ve been part of close to 500 weddings as of 2026. If you want to honor your family and have every friend you’ve ever made, but you do not have an endless stash of cash, you will have to consider skipping a lot of the things/décor/extras that you’ve seen in the blogs and magazines. Sadly, that is just a financial fact. If a smaller guest list is okay with you, you have more flexibility to personalize aspects of your special day, making it not only memorable for you, but for your selected guests. It may make your entire event more comfortable; ie. Warmth, Cooling features, Inclusive Transportation, Extra food/bev options. etc.
The number one way to save money on a wedding? Reduce your guest list. What is the point of inviting 300 people to a party if the food stinks, the drinks run out and there’s no entertainment?! C’mon you guys, that is not a party! Think like a guest, and imagine all the vents you’ve been to, surely you can count on one hand the times you noticed being there at a party that had to skimp on comforts.
Most couples I work with have wedding budgets of $150,000-900,000 and host 50 to 170 guests.
When you hire me, the first thing we’ll do is discuss your budget and biggest priorities. We will help your narrow in on your target and assist you in adjusting if necessary. Budget drives everything else. It is important we go over it together a few times on the first few calls, so everyone has a realistic understanding of what is possible and what is not. We do our best to find the BEST Quality vendors within your full budget allotment. We will never pressure you to spend money on a LUXURY vendor if you cannot afford it, however, we WILL pressure you to SKIP purchases if we think your budget does not allow for it.