The Best Wedding Vendors in Kensington, CA

The Best Wedding Vendors in Kensington, CA

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Two Irises 

5.0

Kensington, CA
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Born in San Francisco, I grew up in West Marin, traveled to the East coast and Ghana for schooling and I am currently based in the East Bay. A mother, gardener, hiker, traveler - I have a background in dance and psychology in addition to photography. I've photographed weddings for more than 20 years.

Cindi is a wonderful and professional photographer. We had the pleasure of working with her for our April 2019 wedding in Napa, and the pictures came out beautiful! She goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera.
Dorela + L., 5 years ago
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Golden Bell Music 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

Golden Bell offers a unique musical blend that packs a high-energy punch! The DJ/live fusion band, or DJ/live band hybrid, is always anchored on a DJ set but supported by live musicians. With all the energy and hype of a live band and the flexibility of a DJ, you won’t have to decide between hiring a band or a DJ for your next event or wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Golden Bells was PHENOMENAL! Marlon and the entire band absolutely crushed it at our wedding. Not only is every musician insanely talented, but Marlon curated the night perfectly -- easing in with oldies to get our parents and older guests moving, then seamlessly shifting into the EDM, pop, and Bay Area rap we love. It felt like the soundtrack of us, and everyone could feel that. One of the highlights of the night was when the band came onto the dance floor with drums, trumpet, guitar, and trombone -- and even let us drum in a bit. The energy was unbelievable. And Hava Nagila with a full live band? Unreal. The band/DJ fusion setup made the entire reception feel elevated, unique, and unforgettable. They're truly a one-of-one. We got so many compliments throughout the night and later about the music, the vibe, and the experience the band created. Everything ran smoothly -- from emceeing to sound to transitions -- and you can tell the quality of their equipment and professionalism is top-notch. We can't thank Marlon and the Golden Bells team enough for making our wedding feel like a celebration we'll never forget. Highly, highly recommend them!
Sam, a month ago
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Lightfall Imagery 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

Pricing: $350/hr | Instagram: Lightfallimagery /// Hello! I’m Victoria and I specialize in wedding, proposal, and boudoir photography. I photograph people all over the world and I am a published photographer. I charge $350/hr or $2,800 for 8 hours with a free engagement or boudoir shoot. Add-ons to my packages can include videography and second shooters. Message me for more details!

Awarded Best of Zola
Victoria was absolutely amazing. I’ve never had professional photos taken and my engagement shoot was my first time. She made me feel comfortable, beautiful and confident. My finance and I absolutely love how our photos turned out. She is an absolute artist!
Rachel B., 15 days ago
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Weddings with Athena 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Hi, I’m Athena! As a wedding planner and event coordinator based in Northern CA, I specialize in creating seamless and memorable celebrations. With years of experience in the industry and a background in design consulting, I focus on bringing my clients’ unique visions to life while ensuring a stress-free planning experience. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate gathering or a grand affair, I’m here to guide you every step of the way—from vendor coordination to timeline creation and all the little details in between. My goal is to make the planning process enjoyable and to craft an event that truly reflects you.

My sister hired Athena to plan and coordinate her wedding, and our family absolutely loved her! From the very beginning, Athena provided constant support and guidance. Without her, my sister's day would have been chaotic—especially since it was a backyard wedding with limited vendors. Athena made sure everything ran smoothly, from keeping all the helpers on track to ensuring that all our guests were happy. She truly took care of the entire family, allowing us to enjoy the day without worrying about the details. Thanks, Athena, for bringing my sister and now brother’s wedding day to life!
Jacob M., a year ago
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The Celebration DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

I’ve been playing weddings for over twelve years and I love my work! My services cover any or all aspects of wedding & receptions. I have found my life’s artistic calling in becoming flexible to every type of music my clients could desire. I learn to enjoy whatever my clients love and this resonance makes my job sustainable and ever-enjoyable. But, I do tend to request the ability to make choices for the dance-floor that rely on my years of dance-enhancing experience. I meet with my clients to determine what music they would love to hear and what music they do NOT want to hear.

We were incredibly fortunate to have Brandon Bosch from The Celebration DJ at our wedding. His meticulous preparation and professionalism before the event ensured everything ran smoothly. Brandon's ability to keep us on schedule was invaluable, and his flexibility allowed us to effortlessly include an additional speaker during the speeches. The bundle package he provided was fantastic and truly enhanced our venue. The photobooth was a massive hit with our guests, and the sound quality of his equipment was flawless. Brandon's exceptional service made our wedding day perfect, and we highly recommend him for any special occasion!
Katerina M., 10 months ago
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Naian Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Follow us on instagram *naian_photography We are a husband and wife team and offer video services for your wedding day! We specialize in creating modern yet timeless nuptial images that you will cherish for a lifetime. With over seven years of experience in the industry, we take pride in providing couples with natural and candid images of your day. Fluent in Spanish, English and can handle a bit of Portuguese!

Awarded Best of Zola
Naian Photography was amazing to work with for our wedding. Natalie was amazing with communication and made sure to explain her process and understand my vision for my wedding. The quality of their work is beautiful and exactly what we wanted. She captured the beauty of our day in a natural way and helped us with our poses. She made it easy and was so kind. I loved having her photograph our special day and we received sneak peeks right away! She made our engagement shoot feel comfortable even though I get awkward in front of the camera. She is able to capture the best candid moments in a beautiful way.
Racquel A., 3 months ago
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Weddings by Katherine Marchand 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

I'm Katherine, a wedding photographer based in Oakland, CA. With over a decade of experience and features in Vogue, Brides, The New York Times, and more, I know how to create wedding photos that don’t just look stunning — they feel like you. No trendy filters, no forced poses, just authentic moments that reflect who you are. I believe the best moments aren’t staged. They unfold naturally, in the quiet glances, the belly laughs, and those unspoken connections shared with your loved ones. My goal is to capture those raw, in-between moments that truly make your wedding day yours!

Awarded Best of Zola
Where to even begin! Investing in Katherine to do our wedding photos for our August 2021 wedding was the best decision we made, other than getting married! She had done a friends' wedding so I had started following her on instagram long before my husband and I got engaged. We were planning our wedding back west, and so we started looking at photographers back there but I just couldn't find anyone who measured up to Katherine. Listen--if you want "trendy" photos for instagram with lots of filters, orange skin tones, poses, etc--then Katherine isn't for you. But if you want photos that truly capture your day how it really was, then look no further. I spent years pouring over my parents' and grandparents' wedding albums wanting something that felt that classic and real. And real is exactly what Katherine does. She has this amazing ability to be everywhere and no where all at once. I have been in a lot of weddings, seen a lot of wedding albums, and I have never seen a photographer capture candids as well as she does--the photos feel like screenshots from a movie where we look happy and fabulous all of the time! She truly has a photojournalistic approach. She caught every teary hug, hand squeeze, and glance from across the room. And her ability to make every type of light work to her advantage (harsh mid-day, dark dance floor, etc) is truly incredible. And don't worry--she will also get all of those family photos that your parents want and do it in a painless, seamless way! While we were initially hesitant about the cost of hiring a photographer from NYC to shoot a wedding back west, her prices are MORE than fair for what you are getting! She even did a mini shoot with us the night before to get us comfortable in front of the camera and they are some of my favorite photos from the weekend. Also--she made everyone feel so relaxed and comfortable the day of. My bridesmaids were obsessed with her (I mean how could you not be? She shows up in a gucci suit with effortless cool girl energy and is like "let's do this!"), she managed wrangling our very large wedding party with ease and even got my grandma to smile in photos which is a big deal! We woke up the next day to about 15 sneak peak photos from the night before, and had our entire wedding album in 6 weeks! The hardest part is choosing which photos to print! There are just too many that we love. TLDR: Hire this girl, she is smart as a whip, reliable, talented, and a consummate professional!
Madison H., a year ago
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Interstellar Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,895
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Interstellar Films was founded with the desire to create gorgeous, handcrafted films that capture the spirit, love and joy of your special day. Our crew spends the day with couples from the preparation stages all the way through the reception ensuring we capture the ceremony, cake-cutting, speeches, first look and dances.

Awarded Best of Zola
I was in a pinch when my original videographer bailed on me. Found out about Interstellar from a co-worker, so glad and blessed I did. Their footage was great! They captured my first look after I was so devastated that the photographer missed it. Really managed to capture and save great memories of my wedding. They sent me a beautiful teaser vid then even went so far as to thank me for choosing them with some personalized throw pillows. Amazing, just amazing!!
Jenica L., 4 years ago
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Joyce Li Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Kensington, CA

I’m so excited for your special day! This is not just another transaction to me - I’m here to support you every step of the way. You want to have a Star Wars themed wedding? I’m here for it! You wanna elope in the Dolomites in Italy? I’ll all in! I want you to have the best experience and I’m here to empower you to do what feels most like you, because I care about you.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had an amazing experience working together! Everything was very professional, friendly, and fun. The photographer made us feel comfortable and captured beautiful moments. Highly recommend
Marharita, 8 months ago
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A Perfect Impression 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,195
  • Serves Kensington, CA

A renowned wedding photography studio in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been capturing beautiful wedding moments for over two decades. In partnership with Wedgewood, our classically trained photographers and videographers cover around 100 weddings annually. We excel in not just photography but also in coordinating and assisting, ensuring a seamless and memorable wedding day for each couple.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding was on Thursday 02MAY2024 and you guys were absolutely amazing and easy to work with. You were friendly and made us feel comfortable and and allowed us to just be us with our friends and family. If anyone is wondering if they should pick these guys for your wedding I would 10/10 recommend this company, I promise you won’t regret it! Thank you guys again for sharing our special day with us and making it even more perfect :)
Jai J., 2 years ago
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All Ears DJ 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

All Ears DJ is a premier Bay Area entertainment group of highly-skilled DJs led by owner Richard Gintowt. Richard is a premier club DJ in Oakland/SF and the go-to entertainer for preeminent brands like Louis Vuitton, Virgin Airlines and Google. Don’t settle for anything less than a DJ who can wow audiences with perfect blends, mashups & song selections. Talent matters, and All Ears DJ has shown up & showed out at more than 1000 weddings during the past decade. Spin to our mixes on Mixcloud (allearsdj) to hear our full performances!

Awarded Best of Zola
Richard was helpful and respectful throughout our entire wedding planning process. He worked flawlessly with me, my partner, and our wedding planner to pull off an incredibly fun reception. Richard did an initial call with my partner to discuss the general vibe we were looking for, and we knew immediately he would be a great fit for our wedding. Richard gave us a helpful questionnaire to fill out key songs and general musical interests (and do not play songs). Richard was also happy to jump on calls with us to talk through our questions and hopes for our big day. I especially appreciated that Richard was able to play some German songs for some guests who had flown in from Germany, as that got even some of our older relatives on the dance floor. People were partying all night thanks to Richard! Richard catered to our wide age range of guests, and even gave us a couple of bonus closing songs that were the perfect conclusion to the night. We could not have asked for a better DJ.
Chelsea P., a year ago
Featherstone Wedding Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Kensington, CA

I’m Colin Pattison, owner and filmmaker at Featherstone Wedding Films. I film weddings because I believe in the power of marriage, and I have a passion for capturing special moments on film. I’ve helped countless couples create their ideal wedding film for over 10 years. My goal is to capture lasting memories through beautiful, personalized wedding films. From first consultation, to finished film, I’ll be with you every step of the way.

Colin was probably one of the easiest vendors to work with. We chatted on the phone to get to know him, sent him our deposit and that was that! We talked a bit leading up to the wedding, but he and my photographer communicated to get on the same page/ timeline so I didn’t have to stress much about that either. The day of, him and his team were wonderful all day. They themselves were professional, and all his gear was as well. One of the things I appreciated most about Colin was his ability to be everywhere to get footage, but he was secretive about it, so those that are shy on camera didn’t feel pressured. My videos I got were AMAZING. I don’t know how many times we have watched the videos together or how many I’ve watched it alone but, every time feels like the first. It’s beautiful work and truly captured our wedding day and our personalities. We also got raw footage from him that had us cackling. It’s awesome seeing the day again through both the finished product and the raw footage. Thank you Colin for everything. I highly recommend Colin to everyone!!
Aubrey G., 8 months ago
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Twentythreeninteen 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

My name is Thomas Seabury I am a wedding photographer of 9 years, over the past 5 years shooting just over 100 weddings per year. Each wedding I take on the roll of coordinator, photographer, and personal assistant keeping the entire day running smoothly and keeping the stress of the day as far from the bride and groom as possible. I would love to be a huge part of your entire process from overall planning to execution of the day! In the off chance you're booking at a Northern CA Wedgewood venue, I have hundreds of hours of experience at each of their venues and work very closely with the everyone of the staff at Wedgewood.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wedding was in May and the weather surprised us by dumping buckets of rain during the ceremony. Thomas was so helpful with all of his direction and suggestions for the ceremony. He was able to keep his cool and roll with the punches on our very crazy day. Our Photos are absolutely stunning! I honestly can't say enough good things about him. He took so many photos and his editing is wonderful. He also did our engagement photos all the way in Yosemite. He not only drove 3 hours one way for the engagement shoot but also drove an obscene amount of hours for our wedding. He put in so much work and I can't thank him enough.
Hannah W., 2 years ago
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Reiss Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Video production and filmmaking has been a passion ever since I was a small boy. With the amount of experience and drive, I always deliver a product that I can always stand by and feel proud of. My dedication to the form commands the expectations for high quality work.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Brendan Reiss to film our wedding. Brendan was easy to communicate with and was able to answer all of our questions. The way Brendan filmed our wedding was truly magical. One unique thing Brendan did was filming aerial views of our wedding venue with his drone. He used top of the line equipment to film our wedding and didn’t miss any important shots. The highlight video and long video Brendan provided us was breathtaking. The videos were high quality, and the music chosen truly matched our wedding. We want to say thank you Brendan for your thoughtfulness, and flexibility working with us. The videos you made for us will be something that we cherish forever. You gave us the gift of being able to relive the happiest day of our lives. We cannot thank you enough for all that you’ve done. We highly recommend hiring Reiss Films for your next event!
Reina and B., a year ago
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Redwood Canyon By Wedgewood Weddings 

5.0

Castro Valley, CA
  • Venue
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Offer

Magnificent Scenery With Sun-dappled Fields and Mature Forest. Gorgeous Ballroom With Excellent Views. Tucked away in a gorgeous, tree-lined meadow, Redwood Canyon by Wedgewood Weddings is elegant and handsome. From the mature forest, to the natural wildlife, to the creek bridge and into your secluded ceremony area, this venue feels like a quiet retreat. Located in one of NorCal's most popular cities, this serene Castro Valley escape features a newly-enhanced ceremony and reception design, combining the best of rustic charm with a sophisticated splendor.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Full catering menu to choose from
  • Classic elegance
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Best for events with big guest lists
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I were engaged in October 2023 and began looking at wedding venues the month after. We then finalized our booking with Redwood Canyon in January 2024 to give ourselves ample time for planning and financing for our big day on May 26th, 2025. Since we live on the East Coast and majority of our families reside in the Bay Area, we wanted to find a venue that could provide an all-inclusive package and bring our vision to reality - and Redwood Canyon checked all of those boxes... even going above and beyond. We are very happy with the entire process that led up to our special day and the outcome of our wedding. *1 year prior to the wedding* They kept us updated with some of the renovations they were making at the time. When we wanted to do a physical tour in June 2024, they fitted us into the schedule and showed us the actual colors of table cloths, napkins, lighting, etc. *8 months prior to the wedding* The wedding team sent us an invitation to the Fall Wedding Extravaganza Fair for late October 2024. We unfortunately couldn't make it, but they accommodated us by including our friend couple residing in the Bay Area to take over our place. Our friend couple FaceTimed us during the entire event to make us feel like we were there! They commented how it was nice to try out all the food options they had in the package to know what foods the couple would like to finalize for their wedding day. They also enjoyed the fun activities the DJ curated - there were two opportunities to win a prize from those activities. *5 months prior to the wedding* This was a two-hour call with the wedding team to go over our vision and details. I forgot the name of the person assisting us, but she was very patient and fun to talk with! She reassured us that if there were changes we'd like to make over the next few months, they'd be happy to accommodate. A few months later, vendors contacted us to further discuss additional details - officiant, cake, DJ, and florist. *1 week prior to the wedding* We had Jacoby as our amazing wedding coordinator and Ana to assist on our special day. They reviewed and confirmed details as well as what to expect on our Rehearsal Day, which was a day prior to our wedding. We loved their positive attitudes and professionalism throughout the process! *Wedding Day* Despite how fast and chaotic it felt, we truly appreciate Jacoby and Ana for keeping us on the right pace, consistently checking in with us, and making sure we were happy and comfortable throughout the day. If there was something I, my husband, our wedding party, and family needed, they were quick to provide it. They also knew where to put our decor and took some behind-the-scenes photos to share with us after our wedding. We had our photographer, Hayden from A Perfect Impression, who suggested all the right poses, shots, angles, and places to take our photos. Our DJ, Saul, was very accommodating with a song request and some changes that we communicated through email and text - the vibe of the ceremony and reception was perfect. The food was fantastic, the photobooth provided high-quality images that we could receive through a texted link. *Overall* If we could rate it more than 5 stars, we totally would! We are truly happy that we chose Redwood Canyon for our wedding - an amazing and friendly team with a beautiful venue that accommodated 80 of our guests!
Lynda N., 7 months ago
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Hey Honey Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Hi! I'm Anna the founder and senior photographer of Hey Honey Photography. I am a Texas-born, California girl at heart. I reside in the San Francisco Bay Area, and have a team of talented wedding photographers with a passion for capturing your life’s biggest moments and all your candid in betweens. Choosing a wedding photographer is more than just hiring someone with a camera to document your day. They should be someone who inspires you, helps ease wedding day jitters, and is your biggest fan, empowering you to be in the moment, while capturing what you want to remember forever, with creativity, boldness, and authenticity.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we started planning our wedding, Anna and the team at Hey Honey Photography were an absolute joy to work with. She was an excellent communicator even through COVID and our wedding date shifting multiple times. We could not be happier with our wedding photos, we are absolutely obsessed! All of our images came out so beautiful, Anna captured the day even better than we imagined. She not only photographed every detail, she also surprised us with a very sweet card and a sneak peek of our photos with some beautiful polaroids she took that brought us to tears. We absolutely loved working with Anna, she was very professional, sweet, and her work is amazing. We also used her services for our engagement photos and they came out beautifully as well. We highly recommend Hey Honey Photography!
Cory R., a year ago
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Love Within the Details (formerly Savvy Weddings California) 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

Based in Northern California and Beyond. Love Within the Details is a bespoke wedding planning & design studio that believes weddings should be deeply personal, beautifully designed, and effortlessly executed. From full-service design and planning to comprehensive event management, we plan unforgettable weddings for the vibrantly in love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Sandra Cooper (Love Within the Details) was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very beginning, Sandra stood out—not just for her warmth and professionalism, but for her deep experience, creativity, and attention to detail. She is truly incredible. We are so grateful for Sandra—she not only made our wedding day fabulous and beautiful, but she was also such a steady encouraging guide throughout the whole planning process. We had an at-home wedding and initially thought we just needed just a day-of coordinator. When we spoke to Sandra, she encouraged us to bring on a part- or full-time planner—she was clear (in the most respectful way) about what it actually takes to pull off a successful at-home wedding. She also wouldn’t even move forward with us until she had visited the property to feel confident that our vision was achievable. Her honesty, thoughtfulness, and professionalism at this early stage really won us over. Sandra’s past life as a CPA definitely shows—she is on it when it comes to the details. She has a unique ability to hold both the big picture and the small stuff in perfect balance, kept us super organized along the way, and thought of truly everything. Beyond her excellent event execution, Sandra also has great style and a creative eye—she really understood our vision and had such fun, unique suggestions along the way. Sandra was also a supportive partner throughout the planning process—Sandra kept us grounded, helped us make decisions, and held us lovingly accountable when we started to second-guess ourselves (we’re still grateful she talked us into sticking with the blue tablecloths!). And on the wedding weekend, Sandra was calm and focused yet adaptable in the face of unforeseen challenges. For example, a few hours before our welcome party, there was a change in the weather and we needed to switch locations at our venue. Sandra handled everything herself and simply kept us updated along the way, and it even turned out better than the original plan! Another example, the train of my wedding dress ripped and was causing issues before guests arrived at cocktail hour. Sandra calmly used a sew gun to reattach the train, without elevating anyone’s stress level. These examples capture everything about who Sandra is: unshakeable, solutions-oriented, and deeply committed to making sure the day feels joyful and seamless for everyone involved. Sandra was so much more than a planner—she was a partner, a coach, a fixer, a guide, and a friend. If you’re planning a wedding—especially an at-home one—you want Sandra in your corner. Full stop.
Gabriella S., 2 months ago
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Alba decorations 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Hello, lovely souls! I’m Alba Marino, head of ​Alba’s decorations your fairy god-planner ​for all things weddings! With more than 6 ​years of expertise working in all different ​kind of events. As a decorator extraordinaire, I weave ​dreams into reality. But that’s not all— I’m ​also a devoted wifey, dedicated dog mom ​to Doki, and an avid reader who finds ​solace in the pages of stories. And when ​I’m not curating magical moments, you’ll ​find me hiking, soaking in nature’s beauty. Contact me to help you. Let’s turn your ​special day into an unforgettable tale! Se habla español!

Awarded Best of Zola
I recently worked with Alba on Alec and Alison's wedding and everything from our first phone call to the end of the wedding day was an absolute joy and made it super easy-going and navigated any changes of the day. I would highly recommend Alba for anybody that wants a professional and smooth wedding day planned.
Shane O., a year ago
Makeup By Samantha Keefauver 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Kensington, CA

With 18 yrs of experience in the beauty industry, I’ve had the privilege of helping hundreds of brides GLOW effortlessly in their own natural beauty. My services are perfect for YOU if you VALUE hiring an artist who will… -Provide you a modern, yet timeless style to your bridal look. -Make your face makeup look like natural skin, but more glowy and youthful -Listen to you so that you feel authentically like yourself -Bring you relaxation & assurance throughout your wedding morning -Always be team-oriented, works well with your loved ones & your vendors -Enjoy spending time with you & become friends even after your celebration is over!

Awarded Best of Zola
I hired Sam for hair and makeup for my wedding in August 2025, and it was the best decision I could have made. After several trials with other artists that left me feeling caked-up and not like myself, I was close to skipping hair and makeup altogether. Then I found Sam through referrals — and I’m so glad I did. Sam made me feel stunning, but more importantly, she made me feel like me — just the most elevated version. I asked for beach waves, a style I’ve requested countless times but have never actually gotten (I usually end up with big, pageant-style curls). Sam was the first to truly nail the natural, effortless look I’d been dreaming of. She also did hair and makeup for my mom, mother-in-law, sister, and one bridesmaid. Every single one of them felt beautiful, and my sister even said she liked her hair and makeup that day more than on her own wedding. On your wedding day, the last thing you want is to feel anxious or like you’ve dropped the ball — and when I forgot to pre-plan a couple of services for my bridal party, Sam made sure I didn’t feel that way for a second. She stayed longer than scheduled, handled everything with grace, and made me feel like nothing had been missed and everything was perfect. She is extremely thoughtful, and her social/emotional intelligence is through the roof. By the end of the night, my makeup still looked flawless, and my hair had fallen into the perfect shape. She’s not just an incredibly talented artist — she’s the exact kind of calming, positive energy you want around on such an important day. I’d recommend her again and again. She’s worth every penny.
Joanna C., 5 months ago
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Chabot Space & Science Center 

5.0

Oakland, CA
  • Venue
  • Up to 1500 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,900

Whether you want to get married under the stars or just party among them, Chabot specializes in Celestial Ceremonies sure to dazzle. Imagine getting married in the Planetarium on a spot-lit stage beneath a 70-foot dome of gorgeous night sky thick with stars, while your guests sit spellbound in comfortable tiered seats. The Observatory Complex offers incredible a breath of fresh air with stunning views. Your guests will delight in the sunset over surrounding Oakland Hills forests. Join us for our Open House on March 26th to see the Center brought to life for an event, and meet our vendor partners!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Space for a large guest list
  • Allows pets

Venue considerations

  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • Does not have a dance floor
  • Limited cleanup and setup services
Awarded Best of Zola
We are so happy we went with Chabot Space and Science Center for our wedding. We wanted something unique that also aligned with our interests -- our background in physics, astronomy, and space. The staff at Chabot are incredibly kind and were quick to respond to our emails and questions. The space was incredibly expansive and unique for our guests. The planetarium ceremony was our favorite part, and we will treasure those memories forever. As an educator myself, I fully appreciate that Chabot is a non-profit organization and that my deposit/rental fee goes back to the community and staff. Thank you again for making our day so special!
Sara M., a year ago
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Sutherland Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Sutherland Entertainment is a Bay Area entertainment service that specializes in weddings, corporate parties, and other private events. Sutherland Entertainment combines heart with veteran finesse to make events, both tiny and titanic, feel incredible.

Awarded Best of Zola
Spencer was absolutely amazing throughout the entire wedding planning process. His communication and website is so clear, he follows a helpful timeline, and he knows what questions to ask to make your wedding run smoothly. At our wedding, Spencer was professional, kind, and calm. His guitar playing is stunning and his DJing was perfect. Our wedding ran so smoothly because of him. We wish we could get married again just to re-do the party :) If you are going to hire a DJ and/or guitarist, hire from Sutherland Entertainment!
Tessa, 3 years ago
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Party Ardi Productions 

4.8

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

What if community and relationships were built around intentional connection, curated music & environment with high energy and loads of fun? With a combination of professionalism and personality, I seek to create an experience that creates lifelong memories and a lasting impression on everyone I work with.

Awarded Best of Zola
Party Ardi is someone who does it all! He was an excellent MC & he truly helped us plan our program out. We had no idea what we wanted as far as a “program,” but he didn’t hesitate to help us create a nice little timeline for our reception! Ardi also took the time to meet with us Via zoom prior to the wedding, to plan out the timeline & also discuss music of course! He provided all the vibes & played us exactly what we wanted. Our guests LOVED the old r&b love songs during dinner, I loved seeing everyone’s faces when he’d play certain songs! The custom light add-ons are definitely worth it too! I highly recommend booking with Party Ardi- not just because he’s our friend, but because he’s simply the best all around!! Thank you for everything :)
Angelica L., a year ago
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Americano 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $90
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

Americano 🇮🇹 is a Best of Zola 2025 and Mercury News 'Bay Area Best', family-run catering service bringing authentic Italian heritage to your wedding. We use fresh ingredients from our family farm, growing 100% organic veggies with care. From our famous sauces to seasonal offerings, every dish is crafted with love. We make your guests feel like part of our famiglia with comforting classics, elegant entrées, and family-style platters. Let us create an unforgettable feast filled with warmth, joy, and tradition.

Awarded Best of Zola
Americano catered our wedding, and we couldn't have been more impressed! From start to finish, they delivered an unforgettable dining experience. The food was absolutely delicious—our guests are still raving about the Chicken Marsala and garlic bread! The team was professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Their attention to detail and use of fresh, high-quality ingredients really stood out. If you're looking for top-notch catering with authentic Italian flavors, Americano is the way to go. Highly recommend!
Beni, a year ago
Nelvir Pictures 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Hi couple! My name is Nelvir Aquino, a wedding videographer based in Northern California. My mission is to leave you with a wedding video that makes you smile when you're older, cry when you need it and overall a video that reminds you what a special day your wedding was.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nelvir is awesome. He has fair pricing and great work, with a good turnaround time. The day of the wedding, he showed up on time and got straight into recording. He followed us the entire day and had video content ideas that we would've not thought of. After the wedding, he quickly turned around the teaser video, which was very romantic (and a great video!). Though as a couple, we felt that something less romantic and more upbeat was a better fit — he took in that feedback and quickly revamped the vibe of the teaser. He also implemented this vision for the actual highlight reel. We could not have asked for a better outcome. Thank you Nelvir!
Jen, 2 years ago
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Stavick Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA

WE'RE EJ § SARAH! Husband and wife team. When you look back on your celebration, you don’t want to see bits and pieces of the story. You want to see, remember, and feel it all. We capture the big and small moments, personal details, and people that create the complete story. With us, you’ll not only get images that help you remember your wedding day— you’ll get photos and films that take your breath away. And allow you to see, relive, and fully cherish the whole, beautiful story. Over and over again.

My wife, Meredith, and I had the immense pleasure of working with EJ & Sarah Stavick for our wedding this year, and we cannot recommend Stavick Studios enough! From the very first interaction, EJ & Sarah's communication was exceptional. They made us feel comfortable and confident every step of the way, ensuring that every detail was covered and that our vision was understood. Their organizational skills were impeccable, leaving us stress-free and able to enjoy our big day. On the wedding day, their team was phenomenal. They were everywhere, capturing every special moment, yet they were so discreet that we barely noticed their presence. Their creativity and attention to detail were evident in every shot. The candid moments especially, were some of our favorites. When we received the teaser film and the photos, Meredith and I were left speechless. The quality and artistry of their work are beyond words. Every shot, every frame was beautifully, bringing out the emotions and joy of the day in a way that we will cherish forever. Their passion and dedication were clear in every aspect, from the carefully planned photo setups to the spontaneous video moments they were able to capture. EJ & Sarah are not just talented professionals; they are wonderful people who genuinely care about making your wedding day as special as it can be. We have recommended their services to everyone we know who is looking to capture their special day. They are a dream team, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thank you, EJ & Sarah, for your amazing work. You made our memories last a lifetime.
Andrew P., a year ago
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Beauty By Jasmine Yin 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Beauty By Jasmine Yin is an independently owned business, focusing on freelancing for makeup. If you’re looking for an artist who specializes in weddings, prom, birthdays, or everyday glam, you’ve come to the right person. Treat yourself and your bridal party to a professional makeup artist who'll ensure that you are feeling your best all night long.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jasmine is the best MUA! She was very communicative and informative about the whole process. I told her that I like a very soft glam to natural look, and the makeup came out so much better than I expected. I normally don’t wear much makeup but I felt so beautiful with the makeup she had done. The makeup stayed on all day long for both the trial and the wedding day. She was very understanding of the few changes I wanted made from the trial to the wedding day. She also did my wedding hairstyling and I loved it, she knew exactly what I wanted. She did the makeup of my bridesmaids and my Mom/MIL as well. Loved all of it! Thank you so much Jasmine!
Samantha F., 9 months ago
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Maineline Studios 

4.7

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Kensington, CA
  • Offer

Maineline Studios we are passionate storytellers, passionate about creating lasting memories of your special day. We take great pride in our work, putting our heart and soul into every wedding we film. Every couple is treated like family, so you can rest assured that your memories are in the best of hands. With us by your side, you can be confident that your wedding day will be captured with elegance and class. We look forward to being part of your special day, and creating a beautiful film that will last a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
When i started planning my wedding, i wasn’t sure if i wanted to hire a videographer, some my reasonings were “i’m already getting professional photographers, people will take videos on their own” etc. but let me tell you, you NEED to have videos! Jermaine and Edmund are easy to work with! Jermaine will work with your photographer(s) ahead of time about timeline/making sure everything will go smoothly on the day of your wedding. He will keep you updated on the process of video editing. Very professional. Quality of work is really good, watching the videos makes me “re live” my wedding day.
Frena, 4 years ago
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Hair By Days 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Kensington, CA

Love is in the hair. The genuine smiles I see when taking a first glance in the mirror is music to my heart. I am a freelance artist born and raised in the Bay Area. Enjoy meeting and gaining new people in my circle of hair.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dayna at Hair By Days was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding day. Dayna was clear, concise and super friendly in her communication, which put me at ease leading up to the big day. On the day of, she executed gorgeous hairstyles with ease, demonstrating her wide range of expertise in everything from Hollywood waves to intricate updos. My bridesmaids were raving about how stunning their hair looked, and Dayna even helped me make last-minute changes with a calm, supportive demeanor. I felt relaxed the entire time, knowing I was in the hands of a true professional. I would recommend Hair By Days to anyone - you will not be disappointed! Thank you so much, Dayna, for helping make our wedding day so special.
Tara W., 6 months ago
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Jefferson Street Mansion By Wedgewood Weddings 

5.0

Benicia, CA
  • Venue
  • Up to 200 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor & indoor
  • Starts at $495
  • Offer

Through manicured hedges and an Italian-style colonnade, step inside the magnificent grandeur of this American Colonial estate. Inspired by the elegant and eclectic style of Queen Victoria, this boutique wedding venue offers a vintage haven that's entirely yours for a day. Take advantage of the endless photo opportunities featuring a wisteria-draped veranda, glimmering bay waters, and the meticulously-designed surroundings of the stunning historic mansion - both inside and out! It's obvious why this radiant locale is a 'Best of the Bay' winner!

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides setup and cleanup
  • Flexible event spaces
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
  • No on-site guest accommodations
Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I just got married at Jefferson Street Mansion and it was the most perfect wedding we could have ever imagined - it exceeded our vision! The whole JSM team was so amazing to work with and made planning as stress-free as possible. We stuck to the planning timeline they provided in the planning binder (which was SO helpful to have) and had everything ready in time. Our guests all raved about what a fabulous wedding it was. We customized the venue quite a bit bringing in our own decor and personal touches and it did not feel cookie-cutter at all even though it is an all-inclusive venue. I am so happy we chose JSM!! The recommended vendors were all outstanding, the food was delicious, everything ran smoothly during the wedding and I didn't have to stress about a thing. The mansion, ceremony area, and reception tent are all BEAUTIFUL. I could not have asked for a more perfect day.
Alexandra H., a year ago
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Tasha Makeup Artistry 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Kensington, CA

An East Bay Makeup Artist with over 10+ years in the industry. I started in the makeup industry at Sephora where I have been trained by brand educators from Make Up Forever, Urban Decay, NARS, DryBar, Dior, KENDO brands, and many more. My experience has not only been limited in retail stores, but I have spent time in theatrical makeup and was able to gain valuable experience and nomination for my work. I have decided to focus on bridal makeup as it puts my skills to the test on a special day for you!

From the moment I sat in the chair, Natasha listened to my preferences and ideas behind my wanted look. She took it all in offering suggestions and ideas yet still she managed to stay true to my style/vision while adding in that special sparkle! Her attention to detail, cleanliness, professionalism and friendly presence truly made the experience even more wonderful. If you are looking for a makeup artist who works with you -meaning they truly work with your vision, personal preferences and style, Natasha is the one. I am very happy with my look!
Joanna, 6 months ago

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