Brooke & Jacob
A destination weekend at St. Regis Kanai: champagne sabrage under the stars, vows beneath the Ceiba tree, and poolside celebrations.
Services
Wedding Planning
We offer luxury, full-service wedding planning for unforgettable celebrations worldwide. The MAE team provides access to the industry’s best venues, vendors, and resources to create a seamless, unforgettable celebration tailored to your vision.
The discipline
How MAE approaches wedding planning.
Full-service planning and production rooted in Chicago, delivered with the same standard wherever you celebrate.
Michigan Avenue Events is a luxury wedding planning service specializing in bespoke, design-forward events for discerning couples who appreciate excellence in every detail. With over two decades of experience producing refined celebrations across the most prestigious venues and destination settings worldwide, we deliver full-service luxury wedding planning defined by artistry, discretion and flawless execution.
From cathedral ceremonies to black-tie ballroom receptions and multi-day destination wedding weekends across the U.S. Mexico and abroad, our team curates exceptional wedding experiences that reflect your vision while exceeding your expectations. If you are a newly engaged couple searching for a top wedding planner who understands sophistication, budgeting and logistics while delivering an elevated guest experience, you are in the right place.
Whether you’re searching for a full-service wedding planner, partial wedding planning, month-of wedding coordination, or an experienced destination wedding planner, Michigan Avenue Events provides a personalized planning experience tailored to your celebration. With resolute expertise producing luxury weddings throughout Chicago, the North Shore, private estates, and premier destinations worldwide, we help couples determine the level of planning that best aligns with their vision, timeline and investment.
From comprehensive event management to strategic guidance and flawless wedding day execution, our hands-on approach ensures every detail is thoughtfully considered, allowing you to enjoy an elevated, seamless, and beautifully executed celebration from beginning to end.
The Michigan Avenue Events Planning Experience
Planned With Intention. Executed With Precision.
From the first idea to the final guest departure, every detail is handled with the care and precision that define our standard.
Every extraordinary event begins with a thoughtful plan. From the initial consultation and creative direction through design, production, and day-of execution, Michigan Avenue Events brings clarity and intention to every stage of the process.
Whether planning a luxury wedding, corporate event, or gala, our team manages the details, timelines, logistics, and trusted vendor relationships behind the scenes, so decisions feel considered, the process remains seamless, and you can be fully present for the experience.
In the room
A Closer Look
A glimpse into the spaces, details, and guest experiences that define a Michigan Avenue Events celebration.
Related work
From the portfolio.
A selection of celebrations that reflect the design, precision, and attention to detail behind every Michigan Avenue Events experience. We can provide many more event visuals upon request.
Lara Sofia & Atul
An unforgettable Indian fusion wedding at NIZUC Resort & Spa, blending cultural traditions, modern elegance, and meaningful design details.
Megan & Alex
An enchanted tented wedding at the Chicago Botanic Garden, with romantic details from moss-covered flower girl baskets to a dripping floral chandelier.
Questions
Frequently asked.
Straight answers about process, scope, and what working with MAE feels like.
Every celebration is custom, so these FAQs are a starting point. For timelines, destinations, or investment questions specific to your date, drop us a hello.
What type of planning do you offer?
We offer full-service planning for luxury events, conferences, galas, weddings, birthdays and fabulous celebrations of all types, including destination events. We prefer to plan with our clients from start through finish (full planning) to ensure the best experience. This includes venue scouting, vendor recommendations and selection to full event production and execution. Oftentimes we get requests for custom projections and consultation.
Why Michigan Avenue Events?
Michigan Avenue Events is recognized as one of the premier luxury event planning firms in the United States, known for high-profile and celebrity clientele, client satisfaction and exceptional value-driven execution. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in luxury weddings, star studded events, corporate galas, and large-scale productions that demand discretion, precision, and elevated design. Our reputation is built on consistent client satisfaction, seamless event management, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We combine strategic planning, refined aesthetics, and operational expertise to deliver extraordinary experiences that exceed expectations while protecting our clients’ investment. For discerning individuals and brands seeking a trusted, nationally respected event planner, Michigan Avenue Events represents sophistication, reliability, and measurable return on experience.
How far in advance should we hire a planner?
Most weddings and large-scale galas are booked 9-18 months in advance, especially for peak season (May-October) or destination celebrations. For corporate events and smaller gatherings, 3-6 months is typically sufficient. Reach out even if your timeline is tight; we can often accommodate based on availability.
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Recognition
Features and awards that spotlight the celebrations - and the clients - we are honored to serve.
Drop a Hello
Let's begin with hello.
Tell us about the celebration you're imagining: the city, the season, the feeling. We'll take it from there.