I've had the opportunity to work with Ampa Events as an independent scenic contractor on a variety…read moreof projects over the years. They've always treated me with honesty, professionalism, and respect. As the owner of Ready Set Go Co., I've worked with many production companies and event firms throughout my career, and Ampa has consistently been well organized, direct in their communication, and fair in their expectations. They value quality work and the people they hire. The management team has always been straightforward and easy to work with, and I've enjoyed collaborating with them on their projects. Based on my experience, I wouldn't hesitate to work with Ampa Events again or recommend them to others in the production and event industry.

As a nonprofessional taking on the planning of my niece's Bat Mitzvah, I knew I needed a partner…read morewho could guide me through the process--and Ampa Events exceeded every expectation. From our first conversation, Andrew made me feel at ease. Not only is he a talented and knowledgeable event expert, but he's also fun and genuinely funny, which made the entire planning experience enjoyable and stress-free. Andrew was more than a vendor--he was a true collaborator. He listened to all my ideas, offered thoughtful insights, and helped shape every detail into something even better than I imagined. His sense of humor and positive energy kept things light, while his professionalism ensured that nothing was overlooked. On the day of the event, Andrew and his team were on-site going above and beyond to help ensure everything went seamlessly. Their props, supplies, creative input and especially the lighting completely transformed the space, giving it a polished and celebratory feel. I cannot say enough good things about Andrew and the Ampa team. They turned a potentially overwhelming project into a creative, joyful journey--and helped deliver an unforgettable event. Highly recommended!

Toni makes a mean drink! Our wedding signature cocktails were absolutely delicious. On top of that,…read moreshe is professional, has incredible taste and attention to detail, and is honestly just a lovely human. Thank you for making our wedding bar so perfect!

Garnish catered my son's wedding in early November 2025. They made the venue look beautiful, or…read moremore beautiful than it already was, I should say. The food was plentiful and delicious. I would give them more than five stars if I could. We highly recommend!!

Oh my goodness, if I could give them 100 stars I would. I have been hosting weddings for over 43…read moreyears and have worked with hundreds of catering companies. Nicole and her team at Garnish were literally one of the very best I have ever seen. Nicole was sweet, professional and communicated throughout the evening. Her team - Mallory (Nicole's precious little sister), Drew, Nick, Chris and Chris (an extra star for being a Philly Eagles fan) attending to every detail of the October 8, 2022 wedding. Oh, and the food was fabulous! I hope to see them all again, soon and often.

Better than advertised! Not only were they on time and ready to get to work as soon as they…read moreunloaded everything, but they never stopped once to take a break. Even though they were all work and go go go, they were still very personable to any of us that talked to them as we'd walk by. They cleaned up very well. Cleaned every dish they used plus a dish or two I had left in the sink myself. Would definitely recommend 10/10.

We rented a tent for my daughters surprise engagement. This was the third time we've used Party…read morePerfect. They are so easy to work with and the set up was a breeze and happened quickly and smoothly. They come check for utilities first and do set up and tear down without any issues. Angela is wonderful to work with and everything was handled online, efficiently and super organized. I will use Party Perfect again!!!

We had a great experience with Party Perfect! I had a small order for a backyard party and wasn't…read moresure I needed a rental company for extra tables and chairs, but their process was super easy and their prices were reasonable. I found what I needed online on their website and everyone I interacted with was professional and helpful from start to finish. I'll definitely work with them again for future events!

Gil, Lona and their entire staff at Cater2Events were simply amazing! The food was fantastic and…read morethe process was so simple because they were so easy to work with. The day of my daughters wedding, they did everything so very well and the staff was the most positive group of people you could ever hope for. To say I recommend them for your wedding experience is an understatement! I would give them 6 stars if I could!!

The best meal of my life! I'm prone to hyperbole, but this time I mean it! They worked with us to…read morefind the pricing and the dining options that worked best, and were incredibly generous with their time and creative energy. While the angel hair pasta (with staggeringly brilliant pesto and chicken) was the highlight of my meal, they also made a Southern section with favorite Southern dishes to give my husband's Michigan family a taste of Richmond! Crisp fresh fried green tomatoes, classic shrimp and grits, and so much more. Their generosity didn't stop with just the perfect meal-- Cater 2 Events worked with us to learn exactly what we wanted from our reception. We wanted dancing and togetherness-- which meant positioning both a dance floor and dining area. Cater 2 Events regularly works with the venue-- The Estate at River Run-- and were able to find the perfect arrangement for everyone to share the evening with us. They kept us on schedule, were helpful and friendly, and even stuck around for the clean up. This caterer went above and beyond to make us feel important. From planning to dining to saying goodbye, our experience was all the richer with them alongside us.

Just an amazing business! I would recommend them to anyone in RVA!read more

Coria was hired to take photos of my family, in doing so he captured everything we were looking for…read moreand then some. I was amazed at his skills, and professionalism, both in his manner and his work. We look forward to hiring him the future! I would highly recommend him to my friends and family. Amanda m.

Hired him for our wedding and it was a disaster. Stay away. We gave him songs to play and he played…read morethe knockoff version, not the real singer. Messed up our entrances and didn't pump up the party at all. I would have had a better party with a YouTube playlist.

DJ PlayDAT was the DJ at my wedding reception. He provided lighting and wonderful music. Literally,…read morewe couldn't keep people off the dance floor. He takes requests but doesn't need help keeping people on their feet. Our marriage joined two families from literally different cultures so I was concerned about catering to both groups in the music department. DJ PlayDAT accepted the challenge and exceeded my expectations - thanks to him we had the best party ever that people are still talking about. Make sure y'all book him, he won't disappoint!