Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Planning Partner in Tampa Bay
Special Moments Weddings & Events Event Planning has been crafting unforgettable weddings and events since 2004. Founded by Master Wedding Planner Tammy Waterman, we combine decades of industry expertise with personalized service to create celebrations that reflect each couple's unique story. Our team specializes in full-service wedding planning, destination weddings, and cultural ceremonies across Tampa Bay and beyond. With a focus on seamless execution and creative problem-solving, we handle every detail from initial concept to final execution.Our approach blends intuitive planning, meticulous organization, and heartfelt guidance to ensure stress-free celebrations. Recognized for our work in diverse cultural weddings including Nigerian, Greek, Jewish, and Haitian traditions, we bring global perspective to local celebrations. As a client-centered business, we prioritize clear communication and transparent processes throughout the planning journey.
Services
Wedding Planning
Event Planning
Travel Planning
Destination Weddings
Cultural Weddings
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of wedding planning expertise since 2004
- Our team specializes in cultural and destination weddings globally
- We provide personalized planning with transparent communication
- We have executed weddings at iconic Tampa Bay venues
- Our planners maintain industry-leading vendor partnerships
Associations and certifications
- Association of Bridal Consultants (Master Wedding Planner)
What people say
Seamless process
Unmatched experience
Personalized attention
Cultural expertise
Stress-free planning
Services
Wedding Planning
Full-service wedding planning from concept to execution. Our expert planners handle vendor selection, timeline creation, and day-of coordination. Services include budget management, design consultation, and personalized recommendations for Tampa Bay venues and suppliers. Clients receive 24/7 support throughout the planning process.
Destination Weddings
Specialized destination wedding coordination for Tampa Bay and Florida locations. We provide local expertise for beach venues, luxury resorts, and unique spaces. Services include travel logistics, vendor networking, and cultural tradition integration for international couples planning Florida weddings.
Cultural Weddings
Expert planning for multicultural and heritage weddings including Nigerian, Greek, Jewish, and Haitian traditions. Our team preserves cultural authenticity while incorporating modern elements. We coordinate traditional attire, ceremonial requirements, and family customs across diverse wedding celebrations.
Event Planning
Comprehensive event planning for wedding-related functions and social gatherings. Services cover rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and reception coordination. Our planners manage logistics, design elements, and vendor execution for events of all sizes and themes.
Travel Planning
Specialized travel coordination for wedding-related trips and honeymoons. Our planners create customized itineraries, arrange accommodations, and recommend destination experiences. Services include transportation logistics, activity bookings, and travel documentation assistance for pre-wedding getaways and post-ceremony vacations.
People
Tammy Waterman
Master Wedding Planner
Award-winning wedding planner with 20+ years experience since founding Special Moments Weddings & Events Event Planning in 2004. Recognized by the Association of Bridal Consultants as one of few Master Wedding Planners globally. Specializes in cultural and destination weddings.
Jennifer
Event Coordinator
Experienced coordinator specializing in day-of wedding management. Provides attentive support during event execution, ensuring smooth timeline adherence and vendor coordination. Works closely with couples to implement their vision flawlessly.
Melissa
Wedding Coordinator
Dedicated wedding coordinator with expertise in large-scale event logistics. Manages complex timelines and vendor networks to ensure seamless execution. Recognized for problem-solving skills and attention to detail during high-pressure situations.
Questions
What wedding planning services do you offer?
We provide full-service planning, day-of coordination, destination wedding assistance, and travel planning services for Tampa Bay couples.
Do you specialize in cultural weddings?
Yes, we specialize in multicultural weddings including Nigerian, Greek, Jewish, Haitian, and Ethiopian traditions with cultural sensitivity.
What areas do you service?
We serve Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Bradenton, and surrounding Florida areas with destination wedding expertise.
What are your planning fees?
Wedding Day Management starts at $1,950 and Full-Service Planning begins at $4,495 with customized packages available.
How do consultations work?
We offer complimentary initial consultations by phone or in-person at our Clearwater studio to discuss your vision and needs.
Can you help with out-of-town couples?
Yes, we specialize in assisting destination couples with local expertise and virtual planning support throughout the process.
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Reviews (5)
Romina Horna Dzikowski
May 11, 2022
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Tammy was a life saver! She was available at all times to answer my questions and provided me with all of the information I needed to have my dream wedding. I would recommend her to everyone and anyone! 5 out of 5 wedding planner service :
LaSheka Evans
Feb 23, 2022
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I have been meaning to write this post for almost two years, and because Tammy is just that AWESOME, I have to share our experience with you. My (destination) wedding was planned for 4/4/2020, around the start of the pandemic. Given the uncertainty of our vendors and guest availability, we postponed our ceremony with family/friends to a later date. Tammy was amazing with helping me and hubby arrange a small, private ceremony so that we could keep our April date.
It was special and she did a spectacular job with making everything go so seamlessly. With all the uncertainty with logistics, she did not overlook a single thing! I would recommend Special Moments Event Planning to any/everyone. She is friendly, knowledgeable, experienced, and willing to go the extra mile for her clients. We appreciate you, Tammy!
It was special and she did a spectacular job with making everything go so seamlessly. With all the uncertainty with logistics, she did not overlook a single thing! I would recommend Special Moments Event Planning to any/everyone. She is friendly, knowledgeable, experienced, and willing to go the extra mile for her clients. We appreciate you, Tammy!
Emma Fried
Dec 20, 2021
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Hiring Tammy and the Special Moments team was the best wedding decision we made! If you are a bride and don't know where to start planning your wedding, hire Tammy and her team and they will walk you through every step of the process. There were so many little details about wedding planning that the average person is likely to forget; Tammy and her team made sure every detail was perfect and made sure we had the wedding of our dreams.
Everything about our wedding day was perfect and we actually got to enjoy our wedding day because we knew Tammy had everything else under control. Brides, this is your sign to hire Tammy and her team; you won't regret it!
Everything about our wedding day was perfect and we actually got to enjoy our wedding day because we knew Tammy had everything else under control. Brides, this is your sign to hire Tammy and her team; you won't regret it!
Rachel Youngerman
Nov 25, 2021
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Tammy was an incredible asset to our wedding weekend! She helped with everything from finding quality and reasonably priced vendors, to keeping us on track with what we should be focused on month by month, week by week. She stayed in touch with us and followed up with our vendors. Tammy made sure everything was smooth and organized. She listened to our wedding vision and brought it to life! Five star service and event planning! Hire Tammy!
Danielle M.
Sep 29, 2021
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Special Moments Events, both Tammy and Jennifer, were pivotal in the success of our wedding. While I acquired most of the vendors prior to reaching out to Special Moments, they made sure nothing fell through the cracks! Special Moments also printed our menu cards and seating chart, which were both perfect! Jennifer was our event day coordinator, and she worked extremely hard to make sure everything went off without a hitch. I do not know what I would have done without Special Moments. Thank you so much, Tammy and Jennifer! You are the best!
