Top Rated Wedding Planner in Upstate New York
At O’Neil Events, we work with couples planning weddings across Upstate New York, from the estates and country clubs of Albany and Saratoga Springs to the Hudson Valley farms, Catskill mountain lodges, and historic properties that make this region one of the most photographed wedding destinations in the Northeast. Whether you are an NYC-based couple planning a destination-style celebration upstate, or a local couple who wants a planner with the experience and relationships to pull it off properly, we bring 15+ years of wedding planning expertise and the kind of calm, honest guidance that makes the whole process feel manageable.

Upstate New York Venue Highlight: The Hall of Springs (Saratoga Springs, NY)
Location: 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Set on the grounds of Saratoga Spa State Park, the Hall of Springs is one of the most celebrated wedding venues in Upstate New York, and one of the most architecturally stunning in the entire region. The historic building features grand ballrooms, soaring ceilings, and a setting that photographs beautifully in every season. Couples who choose the Hall of Springs get all the elegance of a formal venue with the natural backdrop of a state park. It is the kind of space that impresses guests before a single floral arrangement is placed.
“Colleen is truly the best! She’s personable, knowledgeable, and incredibly organized. She guided us through the ups and downs of wedding planning, making the entire experience not only manageable but also fun! We couldn’t have pulled off the most beautiful day without her!”
– Noemi








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. O'Neil Events has been featured in Voyage Baltimore.
Everything You Need for Your Upstate New York Wedding
Full-service wedding planning
For couples who want a partner from the very beginning. We handle venue sourcing, vendor curation, budget management, design direction, contract review, and complete day-of execution.
Month-of wedding coordination, Upstate New York
We step in six weeks out, take over every vendor conversation, build the final timeline, run your rehearsal, and manage the day from start to finish. You and your guests can celebrate without worrying about a single logistics detail.
Destination wedding planning
Bringing guests from New York City or beyond to an Upstate venue requires hotel room blocks, transportation coordination, welcome events, and a timeline that accounts for guests arriving from multiple directions. We have done this before and know exactly what it takes to make it feel seamless.
Elopement planning, Upstate New York
A ceremony in the Hudson Valley, a mountaintop exchange of vows in the Catskills, or an intimate lakeside celebration in the Adirondacks, we coordinate the officiant, the photographer, the location logistics, and everything around the moment so you can be fully present for it.
Rehearsal dinner and welcome event planning
For multi-day celebrations and wedding weekends, we plan and manage the full event sequence, welcome gatherings, rehearsal dinners, and morning-after brunches, so every part of your wedding weekend feels as considered as the main event.
Wedding packages Upstate New York
Choose full-service planning or month-of coordination, then add rehearsal dinner support, transportation coordination, or a wedding weekend management package. We build the scope around what you actually need.
Day-of wedding coordination, Albany, NY, and Upstate New York
You handle the planning, and we handle the day. Vendor arrivals, ceremony cues, family logistics, reception flow, and quiet problem-solving in the background, so your family and friends are guests, not staff.

Hi, I’m Colleen —
Experienced Upstate New York Wedding Planner
I know New York, the city, and everything north of it. I understand what it takes to plan a wedding at a Hudson Valley vineyard, a Saratoga Springs country club, or a Catskill mountain estate, and I know how to get guests from Manhattan to a barn in Greene County without anyone arriving stressed.
My background is in 15+ years of planning sophisticated, personal celebrations across New York and Washington, DC. I am a DC native who has spent my career building the kind of vendor relationships and venue familiarity that directly benefit my couples on their wedding day. I have planned black-tie celebrations and relaxed weekend-long gatherings. I have worked at private clubs, historic estates, and outdoor properties that require as much logistical planning as creative vision.
Before weddings, I was a Division I lacrosse player, which means I know how to lead a team, manage pressure, and keep things moving with calm and strategy. Combine that with an honest approach, trusted local relationships, and a genuine love for what I do, and you have someone who will make sure your Upstate New York wedding is everything you imagined.
Fun facts:
- Diet Coke is my love language.
- Dessert belongs at every meal.
- I will plan your mountaintop ceremony, but I will not be looking down.
- My toddler and cats keep me grounded.


Why Couples Choose O’Neil Events for Their Upstate New York Wedding
Planning a wedding in Upstate New York, especially from New York City, is more complex than most couples expect. The vendor landscape is different from the city. Transportation requires real planning, and venues with on-site accommodations, open outdoor spaces, and rural locations each come with their own set of logistics that a regular coordinator will miss.
We give couples the space to enjoy their engagement and arrive on their wedding day with complete confidence that every detail is handled.
Tell us your wedding date, your guest count, and the region or venues you are considering. We will confirm availability, recommend the right level of support, and give you a clear picture of your next three steps.
Your Upstate New York Wedding, Handled With Care
We plan across the Hudson Valley, Catskills, Albany, Saratoga Springs, Lake George, and the surrounding region. We work at historic estates, vineyard properties, mountain lodges, country clubs, renovated barns, and private venues throughout Upstate New York.
Notable Upstate New York venues in our region: Hall of Springs (Saratoga Springs) | The State Room (Albany) | Saratoga National Golf Club | Gideon Putnam Hotel (Saratoga Springs) | The Adelphi Hotel (Saratoga Springs) | River Stone Manor (Glenville) | Glen Sanders Mansion (Scotia) | The Inn at Erlowest (Lake George) | Full Moon Resort (Catskills) | The Woodhouse Lodge (Catskills) | June Farms (Upper Hudson Valley) | Basilica Hudson | The Maker Hotel (Hudson)
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Phone: (301) 633-6719
Email: hello@oneilevents.com
About
O'Neil Events is a full-service wedding planning and coordination firm serving couples in Washington, DC, and New York City. With over 15 years of experience designing and executing sophisticated, deeply personal celebrations. From private country club receptions to landmark DC venues, we are the team couples trust to handle every detail with precision and heart. Check out our 60+ 5 star reviews!
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O'Neil Events also proudly serves: Washington, DC (Georgetown, The Wharf), MARYLAND, Potomac, MD, Baltimore, MD, Chevy Chase, MD, Annapolis, MD, Bethesda, Rockville, VIRGINIA, Fairfax, VA, Leesburg, VA, Arlington, VA, Old Town Alexandria, McLean, NEW YORK, NY, Brooklyn, NY, Manhattan, NY, Tribeca, Soho, West Village, Hudson Yards, Upper East Side, NY, Upper West Side, NY, Upsate New York, and more.
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