Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Washington DC Wedding Planning Partner
Elizabeth Duncan Events was founded in 2010 by Elizabeth Duncan, a seasoned event planner with two decades of experience in creating exceptional events. Our company combines professional expertise with personalized service to deliver weddings, corporate events, and celebrations that reflect each client's unique story. We specialize in transforming visions into reality through meticulous planning, strategic vendor partnerships, and creative design. Recognized in leading publications like Martha Stewart Weddings and The Washington Post, our work consistently exceeds client expectations.We prioritize client confidence through transparent communication, intentional budgeting, and VIP treatment throughout the planning process. Our global experience spans destination weddings in Europe, the Caribbean, and across the United States, ensuring clients receive world-class service wherever their event takes place.
Services
Full-Service Wedding Planning
Destination Event Coordination
Corporate Event Staffing
Venue Selection Services
Proposal & Elopement Planning
Custom Event Design
Event Strategy Consulting
Petite Party Packages
Curated Destination Collections
Multi-Day Event Management
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- 20 years of professional event planning experience
- Personalized approach to client service
- Recognized in leading industry publications
- Extensive global vendor network
- Comprehensive destination event expertise
What people say
Magical and unforgettable
Even better than dreams
Creative and passionate
Impeccable work ethic
Perfect for us
Services
Full-Service Wedding Planning
Our comprehensive wedding planning service guides couples through every stage from venue selection to execution. We leverage industry expertise and trusted vendor relationships to create personalized celebrations that reflect each couple's unique story. With meticulous attention to detail and budget management, we ensure stress-free planning and flawless execution for weddings of all sizes.
Destination Event Coordination
Specializing in international events, we offer destination wedding and corporate event planning services across Europe, the Caribbean, and North America. Our local knowledge and global network ensure seamless execution of events in unique locations while maintaining cultural authenticity and logistical precision for memorable experiences.
Corporate Event Staffing
We provide professional event staff for corporate functions including registration desk personnel and event supervision. Our trained team ensures smooth operations at conferences, fundraisers, and business events with minimum staffing starting at four personnel to match event scale and requirements.
Venue Selection Services
Our venue search service identifies perfect locations matching client vision and practical needs. We conduct comprehensive research and present up to three curated options with detailed profiles, considering factors like capacity, ambiance, and logistical accessibility for weddings and corporate events.
Petite Party Packages
Tailored for events under 50 guests, these packages offer curated vendor selections and creative concepts for engagement parties, elopements, and milestone celebrations. We provide turnkey solutions that maintain quality and personalization while optimizing resources for smaller-scale events.
People
Elizabeth Duncan
Founder & Lead Planner
With 20 years of event planning experience, Elizabeth founded her company in 2010 after a career in global biotech campaigns. A Wake Forest graduate, she combines strategic thinking with creative vision to deliver exceptional events worldwide while maintaining active industry involvement.
Questions
What services do you offer for destination weddings?
We provide full-service destination wedding planning including venue selection, vendor coordination, and on-site execution across global locations with curated collections for popular destinations.
How do you personalize event planning services?
We begin with detailed consultations to understand your vision, then create customized plans with curated vendor selections and design elements that reflect your unique style and priorities.
What experience do you have with corporate events?
We've planned international conferences, corporate retreats, and fundraising events for over a decade, offering specialized staffing and strategic planning services tailored to business objectives.
How are event planning fees structured?
We provide custom proposals with transparent pricing. Minimum fees apply, and we offer various service packages from comprehensive planning to à la carte options.
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in Washington DC, Virginia, and Maryland while offering destination services across the US, Caribbean, Europe, and other international locations.
