Raleigh Wedding Planner & Event Design
Your day, beautifully planned.
Raleigh, NC — Serving the Triangle since 2014
Couples' Choice Award Winners
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About Us
A Boutique Wedding Planning Company
Southern Oak Events is a wedding planning and event management company based in Raleigh, NC, with combined 30 years of experience in the industry. We operate on boutique principles of attention to detail and customized customer service.
Founded by Jessica Tilton in 2014, we have grown into a team of dedicated planners who share the same passion: making your wedding day a true reflection of who you are as a couple. Every wedding we take on receives our full creative energy and personal commitment.
We are proud to call Raleigh home and to serve couples across the Triangle — Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and beyond.
Jessica Tilton
Kind Words
Love Notes
Southern Oak Events made our wedding absolutely perfect. Jessica thought of every single detail and kept us calm throughout the entire process. We couldn't have done it without her!
Emily & James
Our Offerings
What We Do
Planning
From your first vendor meeting to your final send-off, we guide every step with expertise, creativity, and calm. Full service, partial planning, and day-of coordination available.
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On your wedding day, you deserve to be fully present. Our team manages every vendor, every timeline, every detail — so you can celebrate with the people you love.
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We develop a cohesive visual story through mood boards, floral direction, linen and rental curation, and design management from concept through installation.
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From The Blog
© Brett Seay Photography
October 15, 2024
Make Your Wedding Memorable with a Private Last Dance: A Perfect Ending to Your Special Day
A private last dance at the end of your reception is one of the most intimate and memorable wedding traditions you've never heard of. Here's why we recommend it to almost every couple.
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© Beasley Rustic Photography
September 3, 2024
Pop The Bubbly!
Crystal-clear coupes stacked in a gravity-defying pyramid, each one brimming with effervescent champagne. Here's everything you need to know about pulling off a champagne tower at your wedding.
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© Tiffany Johnson Photography
August 12, 2024
Cheers to Forever
A signature cocktail is one of the most personal — and delicious — details you can add to your wedding reception. Here's how to create one that reflects your story, name it beautifully, and present it with intention.
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Ready to Start Planning Your Dream Wedding?
We'd love to hear about your vision. Reach out to begin the conversation — initial consultations are always warm, always personal, and always complimentary.
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