The Best Wedding Vendors in Meriden, CT

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Gabriele's Hand Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Meriden, CT
  • Florist

Gabriele's Hand Designs is an independently owned floral design studio that has been a successful part of the Connecticut and southern New England wedding community since 1992. We are dedicated to artfully designed personal flowers, ceremonies, and receptions and we cater to the unique style and budget of each of our clients on an individual basis. Gabriele's Hand Designs is owned and operated by Gabriele DeFrances, with a team of freelance professional designers. Gabriele works personally with each client and coordinates directly with her team to ensure that their event perfectly matches their vision.

Gabriele's Hand Designs was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding. From our very first meeting, Gabriele's communication was professional, timely, and friendly. She sat down with me on two separate occasions to go over all of the details, and was flexible when I wanted to make changes. Gabriele's creative work with my flowers for my bridal shower and wedding day truly brought my vision to life. She took the inspiration I showed her and nailed it, making it even better than I could've imagined. The quality of Gabriele's work was breathtaking - her arrangements were creative, beautiful, and artistic. I truly cried when I saw my bouquet for the first time, because it was everything I wanted it to be. I couldn't recommend Gabriele's handiwork enough. She was truly a pleasure to work with and patient and kind throughout the whole planning process. She was with me every step of the way and was a vendor I didn't have to worry about. She made me feel reassured and confident that she would deliver what I was looking for!
Julia M., 3 months ago
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Unity Wedding Films 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Meriden, CT
  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,200

Unity Wedding Films provides cinematic wedding videography with an emphasis on meaningful storytelling and polished presentation. Filming weddings since 2013, we deliver beautifully crafted films designed to be cherished for a lifetime.

Unity Wedding Films was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding video. From our initial consultation, we could tell that the team was collaborative, sincere, and deeply interested in capturing the essence of our special day. They were punctual, motivated, and highly professional throughout the entire process. Their great ability to "read the room" and distinguish what was the priority allowed them to seamlessly blend in and capture all the important moments. Eric, the lead videographer, has a keen eye for picking out the most meaningful aspects of a wedding and presenting them in a creative and prominent way. The final video is a true work of art that we will cherish forever. We highly recommend Unity Wedding Films to any couple looking for a videography team that will go above and beyond to make your wedding day unforgettable.
Lawrence D., 2 months ago
RICO Entertainment Events 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Meriden, CT
  • DJ

Industry Leader in Event Management throughout CT, MA, RI, NYC. RICO has been in the entertainment industry for over 20+ years. We build everlasting relationships with our clients and our focus has always been on managing quality events and delivering industry performances along with the best technology in the market! We L-O-V-E what we do so it's easy to deliver the best entertainment experience to all of our clients!!!

RICO Entertainment Events was an incredible choice for our wedding entertainment, photographer, videographer and Photo Booth. From the start, Rico was exceptional - he responded to our emails and texts very quickly, which was so helpful during the busy wedding planning process and trust me, I sent a lot of messages. On the day of, their attention to detail and high standards were evident in every aspect of their performance. They made sure to capture our special day in great detail, ensuring we have wonderful memories to look back on. The music they played kept our dance floor packed all night long, and their professionalism shone through in how smoothly everything went. We couldn't have asked for a better DJ company to be part of our wedding celebration. Highly recommend RICO Entertainment Events!
Mckenzie B., a year ago
MV Film Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Meriden, CT
  • Videographer

MV Films, an award winning wedding and commercial cinematography company offers the highest level in cinematic visual storytelling. We don’t think of you as the client, we think of you as friends who want to share YOUR story with the world in a visual presence. “To be honest, I don’t like writing and directing films. I’m the type of guy who likes being creative when working in the live environment and having the stress from the idea that anything may happen.” He credits his awesome team for helping him produce what you see today.

We were beyond thrilled with our choice of Matt as our wedding videographer on 9/21/24. From the very beginning, he was so easy to work with, and his positive, kind personality made the entire process enjoyable. We truly appreciated how he accommodated our budget without compromising on quality. Matt’s work is simply beautiful, and we can’t wait to see the footage from our special day. His attention to detail and creativity really shine through in his videos. We also had the pleasure of working with his second shooter, Nick, who was fantastic and added to the overall experience. What stood out the most was how much Matt genuinely cares about his craft and the couples he works with. During our initial meetings, he took the time to ask thoughtful questions to really get to know us, which made us feel valued and understood. We highly recommend Matt to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated videographer!
Alyssa and T., 2 years ago
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Modern Strings 
Rating: 5.0 (55 reviews)
  • Ceremony only
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Meriden, CT

We are a husband and wife team located in New Haven, Connecticut who have played over 1000+ weddings and hire professionals from the top orchestras in New England. As a modern couple ourselves, recently married in May of 2021, we are very familiar with the process on both sides. Modern Strings offers a variety of ensemble choices for your budget that range from a solo violinist, to an electric duo, to full string quartet. Whether you are wanting to stay classic or try something unique, our music library can offer you classical, pop, religious, film, jazz music, and more!

Awarded Best of Zola
Choosing Modern Strings for our October wedding was the best choice we could've made! To put it simply, Celine and her team were amazing and incredibly talented!! The string trio played for our ceremony and cocktail hour and truly made it the wedding of my dreams, providing enchanting music to walk down the aisle to and setting the perfect ambiance for our 150 guests. Everyone was raving about how wonderful the music was!! Prior to the wedding, Celine was not only super responsive to all my communications but even helped guide me with my music selections. They have such a massive library and range of music to choose from, it was a hard decision!! If you want to elevate your wedding, appreciate great music/musicians, and want to create a magical experience for your guests please go with modern strings!!
Kate V., a year ago
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Fountainhead Floral Design 
Rating: 5.0 (48 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Meriden, CT
  • Offer

The granddaughter of two gardeners, I have always felt a connection to the earth through the soil. When someone brings flowers into a room, something changes...an energy, an excitement! I love being able to bring that kind of beauty into peoples lives. I'm a small-town girl who enjoys anything that involves working with my hands from cooking to knitting. I'm a total animal lover (partial to dogs), a die-hard Grey's Anatomy fan, and I take my martinis extra dirty. When I'm not flowering in our studio in Milford, Connecticut, I'm mommin' to three amazing little boys (our dog Pippa and cat, Galaxy).

Awarded Best of Zola
When I first saw my wedding bouquet I was speechless! It was nothing like any other bouquet I had seen in the absolute best way! The flowers were gorgeous, vibrant, and truly unique, just like I wanted! Kate has such a keen ability to take inspiration photos, run with them, and create something incredibly gorgeous and in line with my vision. The florals she designed brought a lovely pop of color to our reception and pulled the natural look from the landscape into the space exactly like I envisioned. From little details like "snap-bracelet" corsages for the moms to a color-coordinating ribbon on the boutonnieres, Kate totally knocked it out of the park!
Maggie O., 2 years ago
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WildRoot Moments 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Meriden, CT

**PLEASE DO NOT REACH OUT THROUGH ZOLA. Fill out my contact form or dm me on Instagram. I do not check messages here.** Timeless, editorial imagery with a warm, documentary approach. From the grand, luxurious details to the quiet, candid glances you share when no one’s watching, I’m there to preserve it all with intention. If you’re dreaming of wedding photos that feel both refined and deeply personal, I’d love to bring your vision to life.

From the moment we first spoke with Destiny from WildRoot Moments, we were impressed by her thorough, and professional communication style. The quality of their work is phenomenal. Destiny and her team went above and beyond on our wedding day. Pushing the timeline (even stretching it in certain ways lol!) while also quickly directing all those involved to ensure the photos were done smoothly. Even after an unexpected 1.5 hour delay that caused our ceremony and entire timeline for the day to be ruined, the team quickly adjusted, made a new timeline/game plan and created pure MAGIC. As if the delay wasn’t enough trouble, we were then met with a surprise tornado for our OUTDOOR, BACKYARD wedding so again, all plans that we had made for specific moments to be captured had to be changed, (& quickly because that delay lol!). I truly believe any other team at that point would have thrown in the towel & said “well we did our best.” But luckily for us, we had been blessed with a true angel that day. Destiny's professionalism ensured our day was not ruined and was going to be every bit as perfect as we imagined despite the outside circumstances. The photos she captured, beautifully reflect the love between my husband and I, and one would never know the true chaos happening behind the scenes all because of her skillful work. We are eternally grateful to Destiny and the WildRoot Moments team for capturing our special day, one that we had waited 9 years for, in such a heartwarming way.. so if you’ve found yourself reading this, look no further. Destiny & the rest of the WildRoot Moments team are your people!
Madison D., 2 years ago
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Cate Barry Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900
  • Serves Meriden, CT

I am a Connecticut-based wedding and portrait photographer obsessed with candid moments, real emotion, and the connections between human beings. I strive to capture life as we actually live it: full of beauty and roughness, joy and struggle, extravagance and simplicity. When I photograph you, I’m not thinking about getting likes on social media. I’m thinking about what will make your heart grow three times its size. I’m thinking about what will make you ugly-cry, looking back. I’m thinking about you seeing how awesome and truly loved you are.

Awarded Best of Zola
This summer I had the pleasure of having Cate photograph my backyard micro wedding. She was great to work with and made sure to do meetings with us prior to the wedding to plan the photos we wanted and map out the timing of the day. This way it was an extremely smooth process for family photos prior and after the ceremony. Cate made the wedding photo experience so fun and the results were incredible! I couldn’t have asked for better photos. She got me a sneak peek within 24hrs and by 2-3 months our edited gallery was ready. Overall, our wedding moments wouldn’t be what they are without Cate’s amazing photos. I highly recommend her for your wedding.
Caroline C., a year ago
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Bill Miller's Castle 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
Branford, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 250 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $10,925

A magnificent, breathtaking landmark, Bill Miller’s Castle has served as an elegant venue for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions. Meticulous attention to detail, natural stonework, exposed reclaimed beams, an antique bronze bell weighing more than one ton, and rare antique furniture create a beautiful backdrop for any event or special occasion. Featuring five working field-stone fireplaces, three-story cathedral ceilings, ornate stained glass windows, crystal chandeliers, and a large dance floor; the grandeur of Bill Miller’s Castle will make your guests feel truly extraordinary from the moment they walk through the door.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Bridal suite on site
  • Historic touches

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
Lisa, Victoria, and the team at Bill Miller's Castle are truly the best. From the moment you step into the Castle to start your tour, you're surrounded by history - not only of the surrounding cities, but for the Miller family as well. The care and love that they have for this space is clearly evident and the character brings such charm and warmth. It truly was the perfect place for us. Lisa was our guiding light throughout the whole process. We felt welcomed when we were with her and she took such great care of us and the details of our day, which allowed everything to turn out exactly as we had imagined. Her knowledge of local vendors as well was truly so helpful for us as we planned our wedding from out of town. There truly is no better place to plan an event than at Bill Miller's if you're in Branford or the surrounding areas. [photos by Rob Skinner Photography]
Elizabeth P., 9 months ago
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Aleksandra Artistry 
Rating: 4.9 (22 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $120
  • Serves Meriden, CT

Hey there! A little background information about me. My name is Aleksandra. I am 30 years old based in West Haven, CT. Makeup has always been a passion of mine, ever since I was little you could find me doing my mom, little sister, and grandma's hair and makeup. I always wanted a career in the industry but never thought it was attainable. Until I reached a point in my life where I decided to take a leap of faith pack my bags and drive down to Georgia where my older sister (a master MUA who owns her own agency) lives.

Awarded Best of Zola
Aleks and her team are so professional and easy to work with. Aleks was helpful during and after the makeup trial we had. She was very supportive when my skin was having issues and was able to provide very helpful advice when I reached out to her about it. She asked me questions about my skin care and was able to recommend some things to try to sort out my skin issues before the big day. The day of the wedding, my vision was brought to life from my hair to my makeup! My skin was glowing! And she made sure my bridesmaids loved their looks too! 10/10 would recommend!
Bianca V., 2 years ago
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Chameleon Brides 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $325
  • Serves Meriden, CT

The Chameleon Brides Team takes their expert award-winning luxury bridal hair and makeup experience to you on your wedding day. Many of our brides are hair and makeup obsessed... and so are we! We are the company you can trust that will deliver beautiful high-quality long-lasting, hair and makeup, all with our relaxed comforting and friendly approach. We believe every bride- to- be is unique and special, so we pay attention to all the details. We never skimp on products! We use Oribe, Bumble and Moroccan Oil. With over 40 years of experience, we know what it takes to make you look and feel absolutely gorgeous on your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot recommend Chameleon Bride enough! They did hair and makeup for myself, my seven bridesmaids and mine and my husband’s mom for my wedding on September 26th and every single person looking absolutely stunning. They were incredibly professional, organized, and even finished everyone ahead of schedule, which kept the whole morning calm and stress-free. They flawlessly executed every hairstyle and makeup look we requested. We all felt so confident and beautiful and the best part is that our hair and makeup lasted from 10 a.m. all the way through 3 a.m. without needing any touchups. The team was a dream to work with. They were all kind, patient and incredibly talented. The owner, Carlene brought champagne and a floral arrangement the morning of which was just such a special and thoughtful touch to begin the day. I am genuinely grateful they were part of our day, it was honestly one of my favorite parts! Highly recommend!
Aubrie S., 5 months ago
Rebel Rose Floral 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Meriden, CT

Rebel Rose Floral is a boutique floral studio that specializes in designing romantic and whimsical garden style florals for weddings and events throughout Connecticut. We are based in Milford, CT and love to work with couples who love and appreciate what flowers can bring to their weddings!

Awarded Best of Zola
Tracey came highly recommended by our wedding planner and for a good reason. My husband and I knew that we wanted flowers that were colorful and really popped. We were able to show Tracey our inspo photos and through that she curated a unique set of florals for our special day. The amount of compliments we received on our florals was insane. Tracey is also such a joy and pleasure to work with. If you’re looking for an incredible and passionate florist than Tracey is your girl!
Jessica M., 2 years ago
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DJ Konsept 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Meriden, CT

As a veteran DJ with 20+ years of experience and 250+ weddings, I create sophisticated, custom music programs based on your tastes. I handle all audio logistics—from timeline planning to day-of run-of-show. Pricing: Evening Celebration ($1,900): Cocktail, Dinner, and Dancing with 2 sound stations and polished MC services. Full Day Experience ($2,500): 3 sound stations plus my battery-powered ceremony system for vows on beaches or gardens—no noisy generators. My resume includes tours in the U.S./Europe/Japan, and playing alongside artists like Drake, Calvin Harris, and LCD Soundsystem. I bring elite professionalism to every event.

As someone with a background in the events and music industry, my standards for production are incredibly high. Edwin (DJ Konsept) completely exceeded them for my wife Emily and my wedding in Montauk, NY. From our first conversation, Edwin was the consummate professional. His communication is exceptional- he is highly responsive, asked detailed questions to understand our specific vision, took careful notes, and was completely open to direction. We gave him a complex, multi-stage run-of-show, and he executed every phase flawlessly. He managed our outdoor ceremony, providing perfectly balanced mics and audio so everyone could hear our vows. He then seamlessly transitioned to setting the mood for our outdoor cocktail hour, and ultimately closed the night out by crushing a high-energy indoor afterparty. He arrived over-prepared with backup equipment and intuitively grasped the distinct musical vibe needed for each portion of the day. Technically, Edwin is a master. His beat-matching, transitions, and ability to read a room's energy are unmatched. He completely avoided the typical "cheesy" wedding tracks, weaving together exactly the right mix to keep our guests engaged. Furthermore, his pricing is incredibly fair and transparent, offering immense value for the high-end talent and peace of mind he brings to the table. If you want an incredibly talented, stress-free professional who operates with style and a cool, collected energy, you need to hire Edwin. He made our wedding day absolutely magical!
Corbin B., a month ago
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Great River Golf Club 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
Milford, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 182 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $15,000

At Great River, we offer a stunning backdrop for your ceremony and reception of your dreams. From our exquisite food and attentive staff to the scenic surroundings, we take great pride in assisting you in making your wedding day all that you envision. Come by for a visit to see why couples say Great River Golf Club is a hidden gem. With a personal Bridal Concierge by your side for the entire evening, all you have to do is enjoy your special day! Our focus is on you, as we only host one wedding at a time. With five-star venue & cuisine ratings, Great River Golf Club provides wedding packages that are both affordable and customizable. We pride ourselves on being professional, flexible, and responsive throughout the entire planning process.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Classic elegance
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • No in-house lighting and sound packages available
  • No on-premises lodging options
Awarded Best of Zola
The team at Great River Golf Club was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Their communication was always quick and clear, making the planning process seamless. The quality of their work and value was exceptional - the venue was impeccably clean and well-maintained, and they helped with every little detail, including assisting with our wedding photos. They were incredibly accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure our special day was perfect. We are so grateful to the Great River Golf Club team for making our wedding dreams come true.
Maribel, a year ago
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Willow & Grey 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Serves Meriden, CT

I instinctually fell in love with the creativity of floral design and it wasn’t long until Willow & Grey was born. WG creates unique, romantic, and whimsical floral designs for weddings and events in New England. My desire is to curate florals that reflect and celebrate the beauty and magic in life’s most cherished moments.

From our very first conversation, Renee — the incredible talent behind Willow and Grey — made me feel completely at ease. She took the time to truly understand my vision for the day, and somehow transformed every idea and inspiration into something even more beautiful than I could have imagined. Every floral detail was pure magic. From my bouquet to the elegant reception arrangements, Renee’s work was thoughtful, artful, and breathtakingly beautiful. The way she layered textures, played with different flowers, and created such natural, romantic movement in every piece left us — and our guests — absolutely in awe. Beyond her creativity and skill, Renee is just a joy to work with. She’s warm, professional, and deeply passionate about what she does. You can feel her heart in every arrangement. She made the entire process feel effortless and exciting, and I felt so cared for every step of the way. If you’re looking for someone who will bring genuine artistry, soul, and care to your wedding day, Willow and Grey is the one. Renee, thank you for filling our day with so much beauty — it was truly unforgettable. With all my love and gratitude, Kameron
Kameron B., 9 months ago
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Woodwinds 
Rating: 4.4 (12 reviews)
Branford, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 600 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $115

WoodWinds is one of the most sought after Connecticut wedding venues for wedding receptions, banquets, corporate events or any special occasion, in the Tri-State area. A wedding in our impressive European Country Manor will reflect your personal vision. Imagine a magical experience, enhanced by a unique ceremony and reception on the beautiful grounds of WoodWinds. Envision standing on a grand staircase under the twinkle of Austrian Crystal chandeliers, taking pictures in a magnificent garden and dancing the night away on a marble dance floor.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Provides catering services

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • No free parking
  • Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists
The venue had a few hiccups, but overall we had a lovely reception there. The outdoor space was the highlight - truly gorgeous for photos. Communication on coordination was a bit spotty at times, but the maître d', Sergio, was a god send and stepped in to ensure things flowed smoothly. The food was phenomenal, as well! So many of our guests shared it was the best wedding food they’d ever had. We did have both our bridal attendants provided by the venue disappear on us shortly after we arrived, which was inconvenient since we would have paid for our own attendants if we knew that would be the case. While parts of the indoor space is dated, it worked out beautifully with some creative decor. When weighing everything in, the Woodwinds was a spectacular venue!
Negeena & M., 2 years ago
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JR Media Solutions 
Rating: 4.7 (12 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Meriden, CT

Hi, I’m Rafael, the owner and creative behind JR Media Solutions. I believe wedding days should feel calm, joyful, and fully lived not rushed or staged. While I’m new to Zola, I’ve spent years photographing and filming weddings across Connecticut and beyond, earning over 100 five-star reviews by being dependable, organized, and genuinely invested in my couples. My approach is simple: show up prepared, stay present, and document your day honestly so you can relive it for years to come.

JR Media Solutions was the perfect choice for our wedding. Rafael captured every special moment from getting ready to dancing the night away and everything in between. Our sneak peek and wedding photos came earlier than expected and are so beautiful. We can't stop looking through them. Taking photos with each table on their way to the buffet was a brilliant idea and allowed us to get quality photos with everyone vs. photos of them sitting at their tables. Rafael was very professional, reasonably priced, a pleasure to work with, and did an excellent job behind the camera. We highly recommend him!
Colleen B., 3 months ago
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Hart Bridal Company 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Serves Meriden, CT

Congratulations on your engagement! Now the fun begins! Planning your big day and we would love to be a part of it! Hart Bridal Company is the strictly bridal division of Hello Gorgeous Hair and Makeup based out of Orange Connecticut. We specialize in all things bridal styling! From traditional styling and traditional makeup applications to hair enhancements and airbrush makeup.

Awarded Best of Zola
The team at Hart Bridal Company was amazing to work with leading up to my wedding day. Nickie was always quick to respond to any questions I had, which really put my mind at ease during the hectic planning process. On the day of, Nickie and Chelsea had an incredible attention to detail, ensuring that everyone in my bridal party - including my very active flower girl - looked and felt their absolute best. I was thrilled with how beautiful and polished we all looked, and received so many compliments from our guests. Hart Bridal Company truly went above and beyond to contribute to making our special day perfect.
Mckenzie B., a year ago
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Event Music Pros 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Meriden, CT

You have been planning your Wedding your entire life! With Event Music Pros Wedding DJ you can rest assured, you have hired a professional DJ that your guest will love. Now Serving all of Connecticut, and parts of New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Affordable Wedding DJ you can trust. Our Professional Wedding DJ will make sure your guests as well as family members enjoy the event or party. We also make the party entertaining at the same time. In pursuit of the same, we make solid preparations in advance. Our DJ's have a dependable backup plan to tackle any emergency situation or any other unseen circumstance.

Awarded Best of Zola
Highly recommend for anyone looking for music at their wedding reception! We hired DJ event music pros for our wedding, and music was absolutely fantastic! Our guests kept complimenting how great the music was, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Sam T., a year ago
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The Lake House 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Wolcott, CT
  • Venue
  • Up to 300 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor

The Lake House catering facility is located within steps of its own private lake. Situated on over 19 acres, privacy and sophistication adorn you from the moment you arrive. Designed and built to capture unsurpassed lake views from every seat, The Lake House delivers the finest service and cutting-edge cuisine to satisfy the most discerning of palates.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Dressing room available
  • Provides event staff
  • Space for a large guest list

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • No on-premises lodging options
  • Best for events with big guest lists
Awarded Best of Zola
We are so grateful to The Lake House for going above and beyond to deliver us our perfect wedding day for around 110 guests in November 2024. They had every detail covered and helped ensure all of our guests had a wonderful experience. Special shout out to our banquet manager Carole for keeping the day running smoothly. The food was excellent and we are satisfied with the value we received across the board. We highly recommend booking The Lake House for your wedding or function.
Savannah S., a year ago
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J Maurer Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Meriden, CT

Hi, it's Jenni, I am a couples and wedding photographer based in Connecticut. I love hikes and adventures, nature is my natural habitat and my biggest dream is to travel the world. I am hopeless romantic and I will probably shed a tear at every wedding I attend or photograph, so if you see me wipe a tear at your wedding no you didn't lol. I am also a dog mom and I love animals in general, my puppy means the world to me! I am a dedicated, passionate, fun and caring person and I put love in everything I do. I can't wait to work with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Jenni with J Maurer Photography was a dream to work with for our wedding photography. Her communication throughout the planning process was consistently kind, fast, and professional, which we really appreciated during a hectic wedding season. On our big day, Jenni rolled with the punches when bad weather forced us to change plans last minute. She kept us calm with her reassuring demeanor, all while snapping gorgeous photos that she delivered many of the very next day. We were thrilled to relive moments from our wedding as soon as possible thanks to Jenni's quick turnaround. Overall, Jenni is a consummate professional who clearly loves capturing special moments with her lens. Her beautiful, adaptive work shined through despite the weather challenges. We'd enthusiastically recommend J Maurer Photography for any couple seeking stunning, timely wedding photos.
Elise D., 2 years ago
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RS Event Co 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Meriden, CT

While I offer planning services for all types of events, weddings are my absolute favorite. I love working with people. I love making them laugh. I love love and I love watching each event unfold. This is literally my dream job and I am so grateful that I get to work in this amazing industry.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Raquel was truly one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our very first conversation, it was clear that she genuinely cared about bringing our vision to life—and she exceeded every expectation we had. Raquel was incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure. She kept everything running smoothly behind the scenes, allowing us to be fully present and enjoy every moment of our big day. She handled every vendor with professionalism, kept us on track with timelines, and always made herself available to answer questions or offer guidance. But beyond her expertise, it was Raquel’s warmth, kindness, and positive energy that made the entire planning process feel joyful instead of stressful. Our wedding was truly perfect, and that’s thanks in large part to Raquel. If you’re looking for someone who will treat your wedding as if it were her own, look no further—Raquel is the one. Thank you, Raquel, for making our day unforgettable. You are truly amazing!
Kameron b., 9 months ago
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NYCT DJ's 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Serves Meriden, CT

Hi! I'm DJ Rubin, Founder, Chief Event Officer, and Lead DJ & MC for NYCT DJs: The Party That Never Sleeps! We are a premier wedding entertainment company based in Connecticut, bringing the vibrant energy of NYC to every event. Serving Connecticut, New York, and the entire New England / Tri-State area, we specialize in creating unforgettable wedding experiences.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hands down recommend booking DJ Rubin with NYCT DJ’s! We had the BEST experience and are so grateful for David and his team. David is truly a professional, he made the planning process seamless and helped with recommendations when needed. He made sure the ceremony went smoothly and he knew the vision we were going for and had everyone out on the dance floor. Guests are still talking about how awesome he and his assistant Matt were. He truly is a master at his craft and would book him in a heartbeat!
Kaitlyn K., a year ago
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First Blush Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Meriden, CT

First Blush is a floral and event design studio based in New Haven, creating refined, atmospheric weddings across Connecticut. We specialize in textural, garden-style florals, candlelit tablescapes, and thoughtful, design-driven celebrations. Our work blends artful composition with a warm, collaborative process that keeps your vision at the heart of everything we create.

Awarded Best of Zola
Emma at First Blush Floral & Planning was an absolute treasure to work with, and we couldn't recommend her more. As a wedding couple who had to pivot unexpectedly from original vendor and venue plans, the minute I got on a call with Emma, I knew she would be perfect in helping our vision come to life. Cool, calm, collected, organized and knowledgeable, she listened to what we wanted and made it come to life. We felt so reassured that we also added Fist Blush's planning services on to our floral package. It was such peace of mind in those final weeks (and the big day) to know she was behind the scenes of it all. Forever grateful! The pouring rain and day-of chaos stood no chance.
Taylor M., 8 months ago
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Rev. Lauri Ingram 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $375
  • Serves Meriden, CT

I’m Rev. Lauri, an award-winning interfaith and interspiritual officiant who believes your ceremony should reflect your unique love story. Whether your wedding is spiritual, secular, or somewhere in between, I bring warmth, creativity, and a calming presence to help you feel supported every step of the way. Based in New Jersey and serving the surrounding areas, I specialize in heartfelt, inclusive ceremonies that feel personal, meaningful, and true to you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lauri was fantastic to work with and we are so grateful we found her. She was a caring a nurturing presence throughout, was very receptive to our requested changes as we planned the ceremony script, and was clearly motivated by doing what would be right for us. She met with me and my fiance about four times during our wedding planning process to get to know us and modify our ceremony plan/script to what spoke most to us most as a couple. She was knowledgable about a variety of cultural traditions and helped us incorporate the Irish Hand Fasting Blessing into our ceremony, providing us with an everlasting, unique memory and memento (the handfasting chord) of our promises to each other. We received several compliments from our wedding guests about Lauri's ease and professionalism while she officiated our wedding. We highly recommend her! - Tess, May 2025 Bride, Bill Miller's Castle
Teresa P and M., 10 months ago
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Emily McColl Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Meriden, CT

For me, there is no better feeling than meeting amazing couples and documenting once in a lifetime moments in the most aesthetic way possible. I love collaborating with couples and other vendors to create timeless images.

Awarded Best of Zola
Emily McColl Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography needs. From the very beginning, Emily provided clear instructions and was a quick responder, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, Emily's calm presence and attention to detail allowed her to seamlessly capture every special moment. The final photos were beautifully organized and showcased Emily's efficient, detail-oriented approach. We are thrilled with the quality of Emily's work and the incredible value she provided. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding photography experience.
Samantha V., 2 years ago
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Nadia's Beauty Spot 
Rating: 4.6 (9 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 8
  • Starts at $349
  • Serves Meriden, CT

Our makeup artists are both traditional and airbrush savvy. We custom blend your foundation to ensure a seamless application and use professional HD quality makeup so your pictures and videos come out exactly as you've dreamed! False lashes can also be customized. We offer strips & individuals, or a combo of both! And of course, no wedding day look is complete without the perfect hair. Whether you're looking for a bohemian, beach-y hairstyle for a summer wedding, a sleek chic updo, or anything in between, our team has the skill & experience to ensure you'll love the way you look!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Nadia and her salon team continues to be fantastic and has changed the way I view beauty services for myself and the women in my life. For my wedding, Nadia helped me work within my budget to gift hair and makeup services to my bridesmaids and mother/mother-in-law. Carissa, Marissa, and Raquelle were so professional and made every woman feel and look amazing for my wedding day! I have continued to use this salon's services for regular spray tans and special occasion hair and makeup and I continue to feel amazing.
Teresa P., 10 months ago

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