Your Trusted Wedding Planner in Fairfax, VA
Planning in Fairfax has its own rhythm. Ballroom load-ins, church to reception travel along Route 50 or Lee Highway, photo permits at parks, and hotel blocks near Fair Oaks and Tysons. Couples work with us because we make decisions simple, timelines realistic, and your wedding day calm from start to finish.
Our Services Include:
Full-Service Wedding Planning, where we plan everything from your venue selection to the song for your last dance.
Month-of Wedding Coordination, where you plan all the big pieces and bring us in 6–8 weeks before your wedding day to confirm and manage the smaller details.
Sounds like what you need?
Fairfax, VA Wedding Venues Highlight:
2941 Restaurant
This wedding venue offers a modern lakeside setting in Fairfax County with floor-to-ceiling windows, water views, and an elegant reception flow. Cocktail hour works beautifully on the terrace, and portraits shine around the lake and sculpture paths. You can build your timeline to catch soft light before dinner, then move into a paced service so toasts and courses stay aligned. Valet, clear vendor routes, and a precise cue sheet keep the evening smooth for you and your guests.
Other Fairfax area wedding venues we enjoy:
The Winery at Bull Run (Centreville):
Offering vineyard views close to the city, great golden hour, and easy shuttle logistics for guest comfort
Paradise Springs Winery (Clifton):
This Fairfax venue offers an intimate charm with a garden feel and a strong rain plan option that still looks intentional
Country Club of Fairfax:
A classic reception layout, polished service pacing, and a dance floor that stays full
“Colleen made the wedding planning process easy and manageable! She kept us on track with clear deadlines and helped us prioritize the long to-do list. I didn’t have to worry about a thing on our wedding day because I knew Colleen had it handled. 10/10 recommend!”
– Lauren
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 Fairfax Wedding
Wedding and engagement
Proposal planning, engagement photos, and early vendor scouting around Old Town Fairfax, Van Dyck Park, and George Mason University. We handle permits, timing, and a simple plan so you start strong and keep stress low.
Anniversary party planning
From intimate dinners at 2941 Restaurant to private club celebrations, we manage catering, music, timelines, and guest flow. Your night feels hosted, not hectic.
Destination wedding planning
Planning from Fairfax and marrying elsewhere, or bringing guests in from out of town. O’Neil Events will work with you to vet venues, coordinate travel through Dulles, and build a local vendor team while you keep one point of contact at home.
Elopement planning
Courthouse vows in Fairfax City with portraits at Old Town Square, or a garden setting at Historic Blenheim. We secure the officiant, set a clean timeline, and keep the focus on your vows.
Engagement party planning
Private rooms in the Mosaic District, Fairfax Corner, or a favorite restaurant near Tysons. We source the space, design a short run of show, and keep speeches tight so the evening moves and guests stay engaged.
Wedding banquet planning
We align service, toasts, and band cues so dinner moves on time. At 2941 Restaurant, Country Club of Fairfax, or The Winery at Bull Run, we map back-of-house routes and cue sheets so guests feel cared for from first pour to dessert.
Wedding packages
We offer clear options for Fairfax couples. Choose from our full service or month of packages, then add rehearsal dinner support, design intensives, transportation coordination, or a next-day brunch plan.
Day-of wedding coordination, Fairfax, VA
It is simple, you build the plan and we run the day. You stay present while we handle the issues no one needs to see..
Month-of wedding coordination, Fairfax, VA
We step in six to eight weeks out, to help you pressure test your plan, finalize details, confirm vendors, and manage the day end-to-end so you can be fully present.
Hi, I’m Colleen —
Born & Raised Washingtonian,
Experienced Fairfax Wedding Planner
I know the DMV like the back of my hand, but I also know the vineyards, estates, and tucked-away Fairfax wedding venues that couples fall in love with. My calm presence, trusted vendor relationships, and 15+ years of experience mean you’ll never have to worry about the timeline or whether the shuttle bus will make the vineyard run on time.
Before weddings, I was a Division I lacrosse player, so yes, I thrive under pressure, run a tight ship, and always keep things moving with strategy and grace. Combine that with an obsession for dessert and Diet Coke, and you’ve got someone who balances elegance with practicality.
✨ Fun Facts:
I run on Diet Coke (large, always).
Dessert is non-negotiable — every meal deserves it.
I’ll plan your rooftop photo session, but I won’t look down (heights are not my thing).
My toddler and cats keep me on my toes, and remind me daily that staying calm matters.
Shoes are my love language (hence the background photo)
Why Couples Choose O’Neil Events for Their Fairfax, VA Wedding
Planning a Fairfax wedding should feel thoughtful, not hectic. We give couples the opportunity to enjoy their engagement and their wedding day.
Tell us your wedding date, guest count range, and any Arlington venues on your shortlist. We will confirm availability, recommend full-service planning or a month of coordination, and map your next three steps so you can sit back and relax.
Your Fairfax Wedding, Handled With Elegance and Ease
We plan across Fairfax City and Fairfax County. We work with couples planning weddings at restaurants, manors, wineries, historic estates, hotels, and private properties throughout Northern Virginia.
O’Neil Events also proudly serves: Washington, DC, Maryland, Potomac, MD, Baltimore, MD, Chevy Chase, MD, Annapolis, MD, Virginia, Fairfax, VA, Leesburg, VA, Arlington, VA, Brooklyn, NY, New York, NY, Manhattan, NY, Upper East Side, NY, Upper West Side, NY and more.
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Phone: (301) 633-6719
Email: hello@oneilevents.com
About
O’Neil Events is a top-rated wedding planner serving Washington, DC and New York City couples. With over 15 years of experience planning sophisticated, personalized celebrations, O'Neil Events is an easy choice for Day-of Wedding Coordination and other Wedding Planning Packages.
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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 and more.
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