Celia Hope Events

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1

About Celia Hope Events

Celia Hope Shanahan

Owner & Lead Planner

At the heart of every event is connection - and our mission is to create the space where those connections happen naturally, joyfully, and memorably. Celia Hope Events is a detail-oriented and authentic full service event planning company that is passionate about weddings, corporate, and social events all over the state of Maine. C.H.E. believes that every celebration deserves to feel like you - not a template, not what is trending, but a genuine reflection of your story, your people, and what matters most.

I was born and raised in Maine, and this beautiful state will always be my home. Helping others create unforgettable memories in the place I've called home my entire life feels like the perfect full-circle. After earning my bachelors degree in tourism and hospitality, and 10 years in the hospitality & event industry, I decided it was time to bring Celia Hope Events to life! I strive to bring a fun, stress-free approach to wedding planning, allowing you and your partner to stay present throughout the entire process. My focus is helping you create an event that feels authentic to you. Let's create something beautiful together!

In three words: Creative, Organized, Supportive

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	Full-service planning	Partial planning	Day-of coordination / wedding management
Description	Celebrate your love story without the stress. Our full-service planning manages every detail, from vendor curation to seamless day-of execution, allowing you to focus on each other while we bring your vision to life.	Designed for couples who value collaboration without getting lost in logistics. Through transparent communication and shared vision, we’ll bring your unique style to life while handling the complexities behind the scenes.	You’ve designed something beautiful - now let us bring it to life while you celebrate! Day-of coordination means seamless vendor communication and perfect timing, so all your hard work shines while you enjoy every precious moment.
Planning begins	12 Months out	12 Months out	6 Months out
Vendor Management
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Venue Recommendations
Contract Review
Accommodation Coordination
Transportation Coordination
Venue Visits
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Budget Planning
Vendor Selection
Rentals & Linens
Wedding Favors & Accessories
Pricing	Starts at $8,700	Starts at $4,500	Starts at $2,000

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Celia Hope Events is the best
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•Celia S.•Jan 27
Celia Hope Events was a pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication style was professional, attentive, and thoughtful throughout the planning process. The team demonstrated deep knowledge, capability, and intelligence in executing all the details of our special day. They anticipated our needs and concerns, and never let the bride panic, ensuring everything ran smoothly. We are so grateful for their exceptional service and would highly recommend Celia Hope Events to any couple planning their wedding.
Day of Coordinator
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•Meredith & J.•Jan 27
We are so grateful for Celia! She was such an important and critical person to have on our wedding day! We didn't have to worry about a single thing once she got there. Celia and I had a few calls before the day to go over all the vendors and the timeline. After chatting, I knew we were in good hands. From the second she got there, Celia took care of everything we needed her to. She was professional and on top of things. She helped coordinate getting the tent ready with the decor, table settings, flowers, and the welcome table. She was in contact with the vendors, so they knew where to set up. She also kept the whole day on schedule and so much more! As the bride, I didn't have to worry about a thing and could just enjoy the day. We couldn't have had a better experience working with Celia and would recommend her to anyone planning a wedding! Meredith & Justin, 2025

Your wedding day gets my complete, undivided attention. I book only one event per day, always.

I graduated from the Tourism and Hospitality program at the University of Southern Maine, where I studied event planning and management. I have worked in the hospitality industry for 10+ years now. My education at USM and my work in restaurants and catering connected me with some of the region's most respected wedding and event planners. Working beside them, I learned not just the technical skills, but the art of bringing visions to life. This experience led to a position as the catering and events manager at a well-known local restaurant, where I planned and executed weddings, corporate events, and other celebrations.

Day of coordination can be booked up until one month before your wedding. Partial planning can be booked between 6 and 12 months in advance. Full service planning should be booked 12 months before your wedding!

Of course! We are happy to add on any services that you may need, and can customize any package to best fit your needs.

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Celia Hope Events

About Celia Hope Events

Celia Hope Shanahan

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Celia Hope Events is the best

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