Your New York City Wedding Planner
Planning a wedding in New York City isn’t like planning anywhere else – it’s fast-paced, full of choices, and packed with iconic backdrops. You deserve a wedding that feels elegant, intentional, and stress-free, without spending months buried in research and logistics. At O’Neil Events, we specialize in wedding planning in NYC for couples who want clarity, calm, and unforgettable celebrations that reflect their story.

Too many choices. Not enough time
Between demanding careers, endless vendor options, and the unique logistics of planning in New York, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. You don’t have hours to vet 20 florists, compare venues across five boroughs, or negotiate contracts line by line. And you definitely don’t want to spend your wedding day managing a timeline while your family troubleshoots.
Planning in New York is high-stakes: permits, traffic, guest logistics, rooftop rain plans, vendor overload. Without the right guide, it quickly turns into a second full-time job.







O'Neil Events has been featured in Bethesda Magazine. O'Neil Events has been featured in Style Me Pretty. O'Neil Events has been featured in Charm City Wed. O'Neil Events has been featured in Washingtonian. O'Neil Events has been featured in United with Love. O'Neil Events has been featured in The New York Times. O'Neil Events has been featured in Tassels & Tastemaker. O'Neil Events has received many awards from organizations such as WeddingWire and TheKnot.
You don’t need more options – you need curation and calm
That’s where we come in. As a New York City wedding planner, with over 15 years of experience, we know the city inside and out. From Tribeca rooftops to Brooklyn brownstones to chic Upper East Side venues, we’ve planned it all – and we know how to cut through the chaos so you don’t waste a single minute.
With O’Neil Events, you’ll:
Save time with curated vendor recommendations tailored to you
Feel confident every step with honest, practical guidance
Walk into your wedding calm, knowing every detail is handled
Celebrate fully, while we keep everything moving behind the scenes
We offer Full-Service Wedding Planning for couples who want a partner from day one, and Month-of Coordination for couples who want to hand things off to a pro when it matters most.

Hi, I’m Colleen — Your Calm in the City That Never Sleeps
I’m a DC native with NYC in my blood – My mom grew up in the city so I spent vacations and holidays with family here and fell in love with the city’s energy early on. Now, I help couples like you celebrate in style, without the overwhelm.
Before weddings, I was a Division I lacrosse player – which means I thrive under pressure, love strategy, and know how to lead a team. Combine that with 15+ years of wedding planning, and you get a planner who can juggle logistics, family dynamics, and vendor teams while keeping you calm and laughing along the way.
Fun Facts (aka what makes me, me)
Dessert is my love language – yes, even at breakfast
Heights terrify me, but I’ll still plan your rooftop wedding (I just won’t look down)
Diet Coke fuels my day. My toddler and cats make sure I never sleep in
Shoes are my love language (hence the backgroud photo)


You want a wedding that feels chic, seamless, and entirely you – without losing your sanity in the process.
You’re here because:
You want to save time and avoid decision fatigue
You want your wedding to feel stylish but personal
You want your guests to have a seamless, joyful experience
You want to actually enjoy your engagement instead of managing a project plan
That’s what we do best. We cut through the noise, guide you with clarity, and make sure you feel supported from the first meeting to the last dance.
Your NYC wedding, without the overwhelm.
We’re currently booking:
2026 weddings: limited dates remaining
2027 weddings: now open

ABOUT
O’Neil Events is a trusted DC and NYC wedding and event planner, known for elegant weddings, seamless corporate events, and stylish social celebrations — all delivered with calm expertise.
Couples, companies, and families across Washington DC and New York City count on us for personalized celebrations and flawless coordination delivered with calm expertise (and just the right dash of personality).

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