Sapphire Celebrations

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Your Trusted Colorado Wedding & Event Planner

Sapphire Celebrations has established itself as Colorado's premier wedding and event planning company, serving clients in Denver and across the state. Our team approach combines individual expertise with a single point of contact, ensuring seamless execution of both practical and creative elements to bring clients' visions to life. With over two decades of experience in corporate, nonprofit, and luxury wedding planning, we offer tailored services including full-service planning, month-of coordination, and destination wedding expertise.

Our commitment to exceptional guest experiences is reflected in our personalized vendor selection, meticulous attention to detail, and free initial consultations. Backed by a multigenerational team with deep Colorado roots, we blend local knowledge with industry expertise to create distinctive celebrations that reflect each client's unique style and heritage.

Services

Wedding Planning Event Design Corporate Events Destination Weddings Month-of Coordination B'nai Mitzvah Planning Anniversary Parties Philanthropic Events

Highlights and features

We offer free initial consultations to understand your vision
Our multigenerational team combines 40+ years of Colorado event expertise
We handle all details from vendor selection to day-of coordination
Proven success with 200+ Colorado weddings and corporate events annually
We maintain exclusive relationships with top Colorado venues and vendors

What people say

Stress-free planning Exceeded expectations Professional and attentive Perfect Colorado wedding Seamless execution

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Services

Wedding Planning

Our comprehensive wedding planning service guides couples through every stage of their Colorado celebration. From initial vision development to final execution, we provide expert guidance in vendor selection, timeline creation, and budget management. With specialized experience in mountain weddings and destination events, our planners ensure every detail reflects the couple's unique style while maintaining practical considerations for Colorado's diverse venues.

Corporate Events

We specialize in creating impactful corporate events that align with organizational goals and brand identity. Our services include venue sourcing, program design, and logistics coordination for annual galas, product launches, and team-building retreats. With two decades of experience in Colorado's business landscape, we deliver events that engage attendees while maintaining strict budgetary and operational controls for corporate clients.

Month of Coordination

This focused service ensures flawless execution for couples handling most planning themselves. We step in 30 days before the event to create detailed timelines, coordinate vendor logistics, and manage all day-of operations. Our team handles last-minute details and unexpected issues, allowing couples to fully enjoy their celebration while we maintain professional oversight of every element.

Destination Weddings

We provide expert local guidance for couples traveling to Colorado for their wedding. Our destination services include venue expertise, local vendor curation, and regulatory compliance assistance. With 21 years of experience in Colorado's diverse landscapes, we help out-of-state couples navigate regional considerations while creating celebrations that showcase the state's unique beauty and amenities.

B'nai Mitzvah Planning

Our specialized planning service for Bar and Bat Mitzvah events combines cultural understanding with creative design. We coordinate traditional elements with modern touches, managing venue selection, entertainment, and ceremonial logistics. Our planners ensure events reflect family heritage while creating memorable experiences for young celebrants and their guests through Colorado's premier event spaces.

People

Angie Johnston

Owner and Principal Event Designer

With 20 years of wedding planning experience and degrees in business marketing, Angie specializes in creating elegant Colorado celebrations. A University of Denver graduate, she combines industry expertise with local knowledge to deliver stress-free events for couples and corporations.

Pamela Drennan

Owner and Principal Event Designer

A seasoned event planner with 30 years of experience in nonprofit and corporate functions, Pamela brings traditional expertise to modern celebrations. Her background includes managing large-scale events from 50 to 3,000 attendees across the United States, ensuring flawless execution and guest satisfaction.

Emily Norman

Associate Wedding Planner

With a master's degree in Educational Theatre and two decades of stage experience, Emily applies production expertise to wedding coordination. She specializes in identifying potential issues before they arise, ensuring smooth event execution while maintaining creative vision and client advocacy.

Jacque Gisetti

Associate Wedding Planner

A Colorado native with hospitality experience at Marriott properties, Jacque specializes in translating client visions into reality. With 15 years of wedding planning experience, she focuses on creating personalized celebrations that reflect couples' unique styles while managing logistical details.

Questions

What services do you offer for Colorado weddings?

We offer full-service planning, month-of coordination, and destination wedding planning for Colorado couples. Our services include vendor selection, timeline creation, budget management, and day-of execution across Denver, Colorado Springs, and mountain venues.

Do you work with corporate clients?

Yes, we specialize in corporate events including annual galas, product launches, team-building retreats, and holiday celebrations. Our planners create branded experiences that align with organizational goals while managing logistics and budgetary considerations.

What's included in your month-of coordination?

Our month-of service includes timeline creation, vendor coordination, rehearsal management, and day-of execution. We handle last-minute details and unexpected issues, allowing couples to enjoy their celebration while maintaining professional oversight of all elements.

Do you plan events outside Colorado?

While based in Colorado, we specialize in destination weddings for couples traveling to our state. Our local expertise helps out-of-state clients navigate venue selection, vendor relationships, and regulatory requirements for mountain and urban celebrations.

What's your pricing structure?

Wedding packages start at $3,500 for month-of coordination, $9,000 for partial planning, and $14,000 for full-service planning. Corporate event pricing is customized based on event scope and requirements, with proposals developed during initial consultations.

How do you handle unexpected issues on event day?

Our experienced team proactively identifies potential problems during planning and maintains contingency plans. On event day, we manage all unexpected issues discreetly, using our extensive vendor network and problem-solving expertise to ensure seamless execution.

Reviews (6)

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Cat Lemus

Mar 18, 2022 Report

Angie is incredible! Having gotten the opportunity to work with her she's so detail oriented and keeps everything running smoothly and on time. She's always moving and checking in on things and making sure all the guests are happy and taken care of.

Tamara Pester

Mar 12, 2022 Report

We entrusted Sapphire Events, and the primary planner Angie, with one of the most important days of our lives. She did not pay sufficient attention to details and had zero recollection of important items we had asked her to handle. Once the wedding ended, she was no help in resolving issues with her recommended videographer All Digital (who claimed an "equipment malfunction" prevented him from properly providing services), florist (who forgot to pack and return items) and caterer (who claims Angie told them "not to worry" about providing contracted items). Would not recommend.

Mary O'Leary

Mar 05, 2022 Report

Angie was incredibly professional and attentive during the whole planning process. I felt very relieved knowing that she was on top of everything. I couldn't have done it without her!

Jessica Bayer

Nov 20, 2021 Report

As someone who is very controlling, I was worried about giving in and letting someone else manage all the details of my wedding day. But, let me just say, I am SO glad I had Angie by my side throughout the entire process. From vender recommendations to handling all the nitty gritty details/contracts, she helped us navigate all corners of the planning spectrum with ease. She also helped ensure that my vision came life, even though I have a very opinionated and stubborn mother.

Truly cannot recommend her enough - if you are looking for an energetic, organized and knowledgeable planner, look no further! Angie is the best of the best, and I cannot thank her enough for the role she played making our wedding perfect!

Bonnie Newman

Aug 01, 2021 Report

Angie is simply the best! I was out of state and getting married in CO and we couldn't have done it without her. She knows all the best vendors, is prompt in her responses, and proactively helps you plan the wedding of your dreams. 10/10

LaRona Mondt Kitzinger

Apr 01, 2020 Report

Angie was our day-of coordinator for our wedding at the Broadmoor. Angie's relationship with the hotel staff and other vendors ensured that our wedding weekend went perfectly. I handed off the details to Angie a week or two out and didn't worry about a thing for the whole weekend. Angie was great to work with, responsive, and very knowledgeable about the industry. I highly recommend Angie for any wedding or event!