Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Beach Wedding Planner in Destin, FL
Celebrations by the Sea has been crafting unforgettable wedding experiences since 1992, combining decades of expertise with personalized service. Founded by Zoran Subotich, a seasoned professional with a background in entertainment and event management, our team brings a wealth of experience to every celebration. We specialize in beach weddings, officiant services, DJ/Emcee coordination, and comprehensive planning tailored to each client's vision. Our dedicated team, including photographer Nadda Subotich and operations manager Shabastin Schumpert, ensures seamless execution from initial consultation to the final dance.With a commitment to excellence, we offer customized solutions for weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, and special events across Northwest Florida. Our approach blends creative vision with meticulous organization, allowing couples to relax and savor their special day. Recognized for our adaptability and client-focused philosophy, we pride ourselves on transforming dreams into reality through attention to detail and innovative service offerings.
Services
Beach Wedding Planning
Wedding Officiant
DJ/Emcee Services
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Planning
Kids Birthday Parties
Karaoke/Trivia Packages
Photography Services
Videography
Floral Design
Cake Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined wedding industry experience
- Our team includes certified professionals with hospitality expertise
- We provide customized music curation for every event type
- We offer comprehensive one-stop planning services
- Our staff maintains active Florida notary certification
What people say
Professional and organized
Exceeded all expectations
Stress-free planning experience
Amazing entertainer
Unmatched attention to detail
Services
Beach Wedding Planning
Our expert planners create customized beach weddings across Northwest Florida. We handle venue selection, vendor coordination, and timeline management to ensure flawless execution. Couples receive personalized guidance through every planning stage while benefiting from our local vendor network and 30+ years of industry expertise.
Wedding Officiant
Professional officiant services combining ceremonial tradition with personalized storytelling. Zoran Subotich, a Florida Notary since 1992, delivers meaningful ceremonies that reflect each couple's unique relationship. Services include pre-wedding consultations and customizable ceremony scripts for both religious and secular events.
DJ/Emcee Services
Full-service DJ and emcee packages featuring music curation, sound equipment, and event coordination. Our team creates customized playlists spanning multiple genres while managing ceremony and reception timelines. Services include lighting packages and live mixing capabilities for weddings and special events.
Photography Services
Professional wedding photography capturing key moments from ceremony to reception. Nadda Subotich, our lead photographer with hospitality industry expertise, offers both traditional and creative shots with post-production editing. Services include engagement photo sessions and digital galleries.
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Planning
Specialized planning for Bar and Bat Mitzvah events combining traditional elements with modern entertainment. Our services include venue coordination, music selection featuring both contemporary and traditional tracks, and timeline management. We provide red carpet packages with full production support for celebratory events.
People
Zoran Subotich
Founder/Lead Planner
With 30+ years in entertainment and event management, Zoran combines radio broadcasting experience with wedding expertise. Former Sunset Entertainment Regional Director, he specializes in creating personalized ceremonies while maintaining Florida Notary certification since 1992.
Nadda Subotich
Photographer
Hospitality degree holder from Bangkok, Thailand, specializing in wedding photography and post-production. Brings multicultural perspective to event imaging, capturing both traditional and contemporary moments with artistic flair.
Shabastin Schumpert
Operations Manager
Seven-year DJ veteran promoted to operations lead. Creates customized playlists and manages event timelines, ensuring seamless transitions from ceremony to reception while mentoring junior team members.
Brent LeMaster
Officiant/DJ
Former radio announcer and entertainment director offering dual expertise in ceremony officiation and event DJ services. Combines broadcasting skills with musical curation to create engaging wedding experiences across multiple formats.
Ted Corcoran
Officiant
Experienced ceremonial leader providing personalized wedding services. Works closely with couples to develop meaningful scripts while maintaining flexibility for both traditional and contemporary celebration formats.
Questions
What wedding services do you offer?
We provide complete beach wedding planning, officiant services, DJ/Emcee coordination, photography, and event entertainment across Northwest Florida.
How long have you been in business?
Celebrations by the Sea has served couples since 1992, with Zoran Subotich's entertainment expertise dating back to the 1980s.
Do you handle small weddings?
Yes, we accommodate intimate ceremonies and elopements with the same attention to detail as larger events.
How do I book your services?
Contact us through our website or phone number to schedule a consultation and reserve your event date.
What areas do you serve?
We operate in Destin, Fort Walton Beach, 30A corridor, Santa Rosa Beach, and surrounding Northwest Florida communities.
