We were very lucky to have F&K facilitate our wedding. Tessa and her team are very well organized,…read moreand I like how straight forward Tessa is. She does not jump around the bush, she will tell you her opinions. The entire team at F&K are very responsive at keeping you informed. The day of our wedding was very smooth sailing. I love the details that Henry and Midori pay close attention to. Tessa's assistant, Ashley, who I met the day of my wedding was exceptional. She was very calm, extremely helpful, organized, and such a sweetheart. I wish I had met Ashley sooner during the planning phase because she is someone that could be your friend! Our evening was so fun, and we are so grateful that F&K could be a part of our day.

We rarely post reviews--unless something is truly awful (buyer beware) or absolutely exceptional…read more In the case of Fred and Kate Events, our experience was nothing short of exceptional--and that's putting it mildly. From start to finish, Tessa and her team made our wedding unforgettable. It's been seven months since our big day (February 23, 2025), and my wife, myself, our friends, and family still talk about it constantly. We laughed, cried, ate, drank, danced, socialized, and snapped countless photos. Most importantly, we were able to relax and truly enjoy ourselves. Fred and Kate Events had everything under control. The only thing we had to focus on was getting married--which is exactly how it should be. Tessa is phenomenal, and her staff is top-tier: professional, attentive, and kind. If you try to step in, they'll gently remind you to let them handle it--and trust me, you'll be glad you did. We can't thank them enough for managing every detail so we could stay present in the moment. That gift alone was priceless.

Nate's customer service is out of this world! If I could give 10 stars, I would. I planned a…read moreproduct showcase at SALT at Our Kaka'ako, a venue I had never worked with before. By the end of my first site visit with Nate, he filled in almost all my dozens of question marks, and as we continued to plan, he was always prompt to communicate with me with any changes or questions coming from either end. His extensive knowledge in the event planning space made the whole process less stressful for me and my team. While customer service is always great, no one forgets the bottom line, and Hawaii Special Events offered very affordable pricing, and he allowed us to make changes throughout the planning process, even on the day of! He kept me in contact with all of his contractors, making sure everyone was on the same page. On the day of, the set up crew was great to work with, and they really turned it into a stunning venue for our 500+ audience members! I would highly recommend anyone who takes it upon themselves to go above and beyond what's expected. Big or small, Hawaii Special Events can do it all! (so clique, but so true!)

Nate and his team did such a great job at our wedding reception. We wanted an outdoor wedding feel…read moreat an indoor ballroom by having bistro lights strung around the perimeter of the room. When we walked in, we were taken away by how beautiful it looked because they brought our vision to life. So many guests complimented us on the romantic ambience the lights added and it was just perfect.

Tony and tiani we're extremely responsive and easy to work with. I ordered a ballon ring for my…read moresisters bachelorette and everyone loved it!! It came out so beautiful and exactly as discussed. There were some issues on my end with the Airbnb and tony handled it like a pro! 10/10 would recommend.

Forgot to take a pic of the sign in table balloon arrangement on the ground but it was CUTE! Love…read moreTony! He is very friendly, personable and professional. So helpful and even got there early. The packaged deal upgrade was worth the money.

I can't recommend DH Catering enough! Sakara and her team crafted a beautiful meal for our backyard…read morerehearsal dinner. The food was incredible and the planning process was so simple. The food presentation was beautiful and everyone on the team was so kind. Thank you for a fabulous night!

I couldn't say enough good about my experience with this caterer! I got info from 10 caterers &…read morebids from 5 & chose them because I liked their proposal, loved their Instagram photos & style & in the end had the best 'vibe' from them. I may have paid slightly more than planned but so worth it for attention to detail. I was putting on a female service members 2 day Spiritual Resiliency Retreat & wanted a spa like Hawaiian feel with delicious healthy food & that's exactly what I got! They provided some gluten free items upon request also. I got so many compliments on the food! We were served a full brunch with beverage stations (worth paying extra for on sight staff.) We also had a light lunch & breakfast day 2. Favorite items were crustless quiches, poke, fresh swordfish & tea sandwiches. Service was impeccable. I had just had surgery and needed great service due to this & felt pampered by this catering company. lol Thank you Sakara & staff for serving our bodies & hearts

Had a party and needed a tent on super short notice. I didn't know my building changed the rules…read moreand was unable to provide covering on the pool deck for my guests due to a recent incident. Was kinda stressed looking for someone who could set up a secured covering at a reasonable price. Luckily found Honolulu party rentals. Ryan promptly returned my call and worked within my budget. He promised to come by at 730am and arrived on time! Wut?? Yup! Set up took 30 min (to haul everything up to the pool deck and put everything together) and ryan came back for the breakdown at the agreed time. Ultra professional, respectful, and reasonable. Def will use these guys again!

Great service! I rented a tent package for an outdoor wedding! Their package includes the speaker,…read moremicrophone, tables, chairs, and anything else that you can ask for. Ryan and richard are the personnel that I have stayed in contact with, they suggest ideas too on how to make your event better! Thank you!

I agree that 5 stars is not enough! These guys knocked it out of the park! We had a combo birthday…read moreand anniversary celebration which required 2 days of setup. The setup crew were on point and no issue was too big...they got very creative and even had the table saw working. The event itself was remarkable. Everyone and and everything was perfect. We basically utilized all of there service offerings from food stations, private bar, canopy, decor, staff, etc... everything was classy and matched our vision/theme perfectly. The food and drinks were well above par and I can't say enough about the staff and how hard they worked. We are definitely using this group again in the future! Well done and Mahalo!! The McGill Clan

I can't say enough good things about Jordan and his team at 1311. We worked with 1311 to plan our…read morewedding celebration, and I can't imagine how it would have gone if I didn't. Jordan was so easy to talk to, listened to all of our needs, and put a plan together to make it happen. He guided us through everything from the venue space, to the catering, to the day of coordination. We had the event this past weekend, and it went perfectly! The food was incredible, every part of the coordination went off perfectly, and our guests were thrilled! If you are planning any kind of event, you NEED to contact 1311 events. They're the best, and I highly recommend them!!

I'm sharing my experience as a volunteer for an organization that used this company to plan an…read moreevent. Overall, I had a horrible experience with their logistics team. Every question asked by volunteers were met with "I don't know." They did not have a flow of logistics and how to make volunteers useful during the event. They informed us to arrive at 3 pm and for 2.5 hrs, many people, including elderly volunteers, stood around and did nothing. If you are an organization who values your volunteers that have been following you for a long time, choose a company that will ensure they don't cause rifts in that relationship. Contracted or hired companies should have awareness of an organization's support system and make them feel engaged and useful. GEH sent an email about volunteers knowing their breaks and even having a meal. We did not receive any information on that which was another reason I just left. Overall, select an organization that thinks about things thoroughly. Tonight, I left not inspired.

I worked with Lisa and her team for multiple events but the standout was for a High Profile event…read moreat Washington Place. They're so helpful and have a great can do attitude on site.

July 19, 2024 I renewed my vows with the help of Leah and Michael. They both were amazing. Prior to…read morethis we have been in contact with Leah for two years planning this because we were planning a double vow renewal for me and my sister. We both renewed our vows the same day. We definitely gave Leah a big task. But, she handled it well. She was great. I was very happy with everything. Thank you Leah and Micheal!

If you are looking for your wedding in paradise, this is the company that will provide you with…read moretoo-notch service in planning your wedding. They are very attentive to you having the best experience with your wedding on the island. Reach out to Leah, you will not regret it.

Party Pizzazz (Diana) was so helpful and amazing to work with…read more I needed last minute balloon bouquets at various locations over the island and not only did Diana help advise me on the balloons themselves but she personally delivered every bouquet and gave us tips on how to reuse. Diana was knowledgeable, friendly and I'll definitely be working with her again for all my future balloon needs!

Very creative and helpful in getting the right balloons for my son's 50th birthday: the balloons…read morelasted for almost a week

Mona, Aileen and the rest of the NEU team exceeded our expectations. I was a very type A bride but…read moreMona's attention to detail, organization and helpful suggestions showed me how a real pro does it. The biggest issue on our wedding day was some passing rain around the time of the ceremony, but Mona came up with some scheduling pivots on site that helped us find a good solution and everything went off PERFECTLY. Wedding planning is not for the faint of heart but anyone can do it with Mona's help. Full service planning with her team was the way to go! If only I needed her services again, id hired her all over again in a heartbeat!

Mona with NEU Events and her entire team to include Aileen and Heidi were exceptionally organized,…read moreprofessional, attentive, and precise. The days leading up to my son and daughter-in-law's wedding went off without a hiccup due to Mona and her well-orchestrated team. The day of the wedding had so many moving parts, an outdoor wedding on a beautiful estate, with 150 in attendance, ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, entrance, dance, entertainment, bar, dessert display, coordination of photos and seating it was seamless due to Mona and her team. Mona is always one step ahead with every detail. So many friends and family commented on how beautiful and organized the entire wedding was. My son and daughter-in-law focused on their vows and a beautiful evening with their closest friends and family. All details were taken care of by Mona. NEU Events came highly recommended and I understand why. I was in awe of the level of experience, expertise, and excellence I watched unfold. I have lived in Hawaii for near 50 years and have attended countless weddings, events, and professional galas, many with excellent coordination and event planners, Mona with NEU Events is a few notches above the best I've experienced, Bar None