We had an event on 12/19/21 with cost at entry. Partnering with Anna, we were offered the center…read morefree of charge with complimentary chairs, 1 vendor space, workshop spaces and donated gift certificates for giveaways (never provided). I paid $75 for 1 additional vendor space. I learned 2 days before event, my vendor was exposed to COVID and could not attend. Anna & I communicated constantly and I informed her the vendor was exposed to COVID and could not attend. She offered me a refund (audio text saved). Day before event, Anna provided new assistant (a vendors from her Sunday markets) services. Anna said she would be available as well! Anna authorized us to set up the night prior, our balloon vendors to set up at 8 am the day of event, our DJ to operate without any restrictions, and the back door to remain closed. Handicap guest that required ramp access was the exception. We set up the night before and her assistant (Stephanie owner: O So Perfect Boutique) was extremely rude. Anna was notified after and informed of assistant's conduct. She justified her assistant's actions. I asked for the refund offered for the vendor space I paid for and inquired about missing equipment for set up. Anna did not respond. Day of event, I followed up with Anna and she responded via text stating that she cannot talk or listen to text memos, she could not offer me a refund and that my money was gone because she had expenses too. I responded, begging her to call me and why did the terms of the refund & her disposition change. When I arrived at 8:10 am, I seen my balloon vendor waiting outside along with Anna's vendor. They all were agitated and said they had been yelled at & kicked out by the assistant because it was too early to enter. I banged on the back door while trying to call Anna. Anna did not respond but the assistant opened the back door. I asked why Anna was not responding to my calls and have her call me. The assistant got Anna on her phone but Anna kept rejecting my calls. I noticed that the vendor space I paid for was taken by the assistant for her business. I demanded to have her move her belongings because I had paid for that space. The assistant said my space was sold and I demanded Anna call me. Anna called me and she said she never offered me a refund (audio text proving different); technically I have only 1 space available to me (the paid space); I should not ask for a refund with all the freebies that were provided and interact with her assistant from this point. I informed Anna she was going against the terms of our agreement and this is not right! I hung up the phone and told my team to pack up. I instructed Anna's assistant that we were leaving but after thorough consideration, my team and I decided to stay. I asked for an itemized bill for all the complimentary items that were offered and the assistant said I was not being charged/billed. Some of our chairs were taken, the DJ was instructed to turn down the music because it was too loud, affecting vendor's sales and the back door was opened constantly. I speculate the assistant and her associates were creating these retaliatory acts due to me repossessing the vendor space I paid for and reporting her to Anna. The assistant was no where to be found constantly. People were sneaking in the back without paying. Some of my team kept closing the back door and my husband guarded the area to ensure no one else snuck in. I contacted Anna 2x regarding the back door and my balloon vendor being kicked out. I informed her if that back door was opened again, my team & I were packing up and leaving the event. The back door was re opened & 2 people walked in before the fashion show. After the fashion show & raffle giveaway my team, guest & celebrity speakers packed up & left. Several people entered without paying. We maintained the agreement within the partnership until we were forced to leave due to the callous acts we encountered. I have never endured this type of unprofessionalism, malicious, vile and sabotaging conduct from an establishment.

I recently hosted a surprise birthday party for my husband at this fabulous venue. The place is…read morestunning and so is the decor. My event coordinator was always in contact with me to assure everything went as planned. The service the day of the event was impressive. Everyone was very helpful and attentive. The drinks were amazing. They boxed up everything left over for me to take home. My guests, too, were very impressed with the place and they all claimed to have had a spectacular time. I would definitely use this place again for my next event.

Louis is kind and generous. His food and set up ( flowers etc.) are incredible! You will not…read moreregret hiring A Catered Affair!

HORRIBLE & RUDEST ever, hard to communicate with, very disorganized, even belittles their own…read morevendors/contractors such as witnessing rude comments towards the photographers, caterers, etc. I was uncomfortable as a wedding guest, DO NOT MAKE MY MISTAKE AND AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!!!!!!!!

Amazing !! Brittany was so attentive to details and helped…read morefixed whatever was needed to be fixed to make sure everything was picture perfect. She was so supportive when I had a moment of anxiety and felt overwhelmed. She immediately stopped and helped me back to the bridal suite. No moment was awkward, she told us how to pose and where to turn. I've so very happy with how the day went with her help. Can't wait to see our photos !!

Brittany Miller is the most amazing photographer in Las Cruces! She is so amazing with people,…read morechildren in particular. She does everything she can to make them feel comfortable and always has everyone laughing by the end of the session. Her pictures turn out gorgeous and she is amazing at what she does. I have been going to her since she started and watched her work and talent grow every year, and I will continue to take my family to her as long as I can! Would recommend her to anyone looking to get family, wedding, newborn, etc pictures done anywhere near Las Cruces, NM.

We did not use the Wedding Chapel for our wedding, but we did ask Reverend Alvarado to perform our…read morewedding ceremony at another location in Las Cruces. It was lovely! She is very warm and generous, and she put a nervous bride and groom at ease. She is patient and kind! I'll always remember how thoughtful she was, and what a romantic occasion she made of our very small, intimate event.

Best little wedding chapel in Las Cruces. With dresses you can use at no extra charge. You you…read morelooking for a place to get married. Check this place out.

As we come up on our two year anniversary of our wedding we realized that the only part that wasn't…read moregreat was the photographer. As we are out of state, our relatives found this guy. What he promised and what were delivered were two very different things. When he was asked to take certain photos that we wanted, such as a few pics of the bridesmaids getting ready, he replied "I'm busy right now", as he continued to take photos of the dessert table. What photos we got were mediocre at best. Thank god we had a few people at the party who we're savvy with a camera. The photos we got from our friends were better than the ones he took by far. The leather bound album that he promised for an extra $1000 dollars never showed up. Instead, he offered up a blown up photo of the two of us mounted on foam that I could probably get at staples for $35 bucks. One can look at the photos that he has posted on yelp and/or his website look great, he obviously has some talent but I feel that if he's not into it, his work is poor. During the wedding he was somewhat unpleasant and obviously didn't want to be there. The bottom line is that we paid this guy thousands of dollars for a CD full of photos that a teenager could do with a Canon Rebel. I'm response to the photographers comment, it was the Johnston/Byrd Wedding on 10/07/17 in Las Cruces NM. If anyone has questions about the legitimacy of this feel free to message me.

Gonzales Photography is outstanding to say the least! Never…read morefails to amaze me how much talent this photographer has. He goes above and beyond my expectations every time. All my friends that have seen his work have given him raving reviews. Very professional, polite, very easy to work with, on-time and prices are more than fair for the amount of talent and hard work that goes into the final product. Get your photos done by him, I highly recommend him.

I recently attended a wedding at The Blue Door Venue in…read moreMeailla. This facility is a beautiful place with a rustic setting. The staff are amazing and make sure all goes as planned. Overall, I and I know other guest were well pleased with the venue and staff. I would highly recommend this place to anyone for your event.

Perfect experience, the venues flexibility made our day perfect. I loved the staff and everything…read morewas organized and easy.

Melissa and Koko are amazing people and photographers. They were very professional, fun, and…read morepersonable! I'm not one who likes to be in front of the camera, but they made our engagement photo shoot comfortable, relaxing, and fun. When we saw the results of their work, we were blown away. Both our engagement and wedding photos were incredible and way beyond what we expected. Not only were the pictures and overall experience amazing, but I also feel that my husband and I made new friends. We were also impressed by their communication with each other-they were able to flawlessly coordinate everything in separate locations on our wedding day. If you're looking for photographers, you don't have to look any further. You will not be disappointed with Melissa J. Koko!!!

We just had a baby shower at this venue, and it was Excellent! Not only was the staff awesome, but…read morethey also decorated beautifully. Everything was as they said it would be and they helped make a normally stressful time, stress free! I will definitely be using them again in the future. Worth every dollar!