Mary Bell Events

big day. She called out everything that needed attention in a timely manner, was so organized and professional while also being super friendly and easy to work with, and is really the reason our wedding came together so smoothly and was genuinely the most fun day of all of our lives. We sincerely appreciated all her effort, and know our day wouldn't have been the same without her!!

nted. Thank you Mary! 🙏🙏🙏

r team are very knowledgeable, hardworking, and have incredible attention to detail. Before my husband and I could think of a potential problem, Mary and her team already had a solution. I was so beyond happy with the entire wedding process and we were able to have the wedding of our dreams (arguably, even better). My husband and I (including our guests) couldn't believe how smoothly the wedding went and how special it felt. A wedding on the Biltmore Estate is already a great choice, but working with Mary Bell and her team was an even better one. We will never forget our wedding day and how relaxed/grateful we were. If you need a wedding planner, we highly recommend working with Mary Bell Events! **As an FYI, we got married on 11/1/25, but the Knot won't allow us to select a past date for the review.**

ess.  She seriously took care of every single little detail.  She was always 20 steps ahead when any problem came up.  I wasn't stressed on our wedding day at all because she had things completely handled.   She also is just a genuinely kind person and really wants everything to be perfect for the couples getting married.  We had all six of my nieces and nephews in our wedding party.  Mary was so sweet to them, while also making sure they knew what to do haha. Mary also has a ton of connections to wedding vendors and we were given great pricing.  We went with all of Mary's suggestions and we had the absolute best team of vendors we could have asked for.  If I could give Mary 50 stars, I would. My entire family, in laws, and I just thought she was amazing!  I truly couldn't be happier with our decision to go with Mary Bell Events.

L with such professionalism! Mary and her assistant, Katie, understood our budget and worked to find the best vendors. Each and every recommendation they made turned out to be phenomenal! We could not have asked for a more perfect wedding day. I did not have to worry about anything - they handled it all - the caterer, the florist, the cake baker, transportation to our home for guests, rentals (tent, lights, heater, plates, napkins, tablecloths, etc.,) the bartenders. We had already chosen the band and the photographer, and Mary and Katie worked wonderfully with them. All the guests told us it was the most beautiful and fun wedding they ever attended. This MOB (Mother of Bride) had a stress free day and was able to soak up all the wonderment of seeing my daughter marry the love of her life! There are not enough words to express my gratitude and thankfulness for Mary, Katie, and all the folks at Mary Bell Events!

Mary (MBE) we knew we shared a vision for an elegant, classic, graceful and timeless wedding.  The vendors recommended were remarkable and 5 star like MBE. The list is endless but included the florist, event manager at the Ballantyne, videographer, photographer, transportation Co, hair & makeup and DJ. Best in class and expensive but worth every penny.  This was our eldest daughter’s wedding so we were untested and woefully unprepared for an event of this size, scope or significance, especially with  six months of planning for the special day.   Selecting MBE was the wisest and most important decision we made. MBE spent time getting to know us and understanding our needs, wedding budget and expectations for the church ceremony and reception.    The attention to detail proved invaluable resulting in a splendidly choreographed timeline of events on the wedding day. Beginning early in the morning with a well planned hair, makeup and dressing schedule for the wedding party which was comprised of 20+ friends and family members, MBE ensured every aspect went according to plan and everyone knew where they should be.    MBE shared our faith allowing seamless coordination and preparation for the Sacrament of Matrimony in a traditional Catholic wedding at St Philip Neri.    MBE created truly special moments like the first look/first dance with her father and first touch/first dance with her husband which will be cherished forever.    The day of the wedding, MBE shined!!! She and her team oversaw every aspect of the reception by establishing times for the spectacular photos and videos of the bride, groom, our families and wedding party at the venue. MBE  created the most memorable social hour for the bride and groom which included private time and small bites before joining their families and guests at the exquisitely decorated atrium at the Ballantyne.    MBE was instrumental in ensuring the reception was flawless, from the presentation of the bride, groom and wedding party in to the Grand ballroom to a very special prayer by PJ’s beloved grandmother, followed by a warm and tender toast by her father and MoH/Best Man.    MBE quickly addressed any unexpected issues and created the perfect ending to the night with sparklers for a romantic and unforgettable send off.

erstood and honored. She found the best value without compromising quality and kept clear communication with every vendor. What I loved most was how she embraced even my most whimsical ideas and found the perfect vendors to bring them to life. Thanks to Mary and her team, my daughter had the wedding of her dreams — magical, beautiful, and beyond anything I imagined. Their dedication, support, and attention to detail turned a special day into memories we will treasure forever. I wholeheartedly recommend Mary Bell and her team to any bride or family who wants a planner that truly goes above and beyond.

nd she exceeded expectations. Mary Bell was incredibly organized, which made the entire day run so smoothly. She had a detailed timeline and a clear plan, allowing us to be exactly where I needed to be to get the perfect shots. Her personality was truly wonderful. She was always so kind, and it was a joy to see her always smiling and keeping everyone in a great mood. This positive energy created a relaxed and happy atmosphere that genuinely shines through in the final wedding video. I can't recommend her highly enough. She is a true professional who not only makes the day perfect for the couple but also makes the job of every other vendor so much easier. Thanks, Peter

iful, classy and seamless. Thank you Mary Bell and team 💜 yalls professionalism and expertise is truly above and beyond!

above and beyond to make our wedding day absolutely perfect. Mary has wonderful recommendations for every sort of vendor you could possibly imagine to make your day unique (ie. Alpacas and poets). Our wedding was impacted by Hurricane Helene 2 weeks before and I am so so grateful to Mary Bell and Katie for staying in contact and making sure everything went off without a hitch when they were going through so much personally. I cannot recommend using Mary Bell as your wedding planner ENOUGH. An absolute professional who will make your dreams come true.

r shoulders to get curated lists of vendor suggestions already in our price range. Cannot recommend enough.

our wedding day absolutely perfect. I had guests even tell me how on it she was! Mary Bell and Katie assisted every step of the way. They listened to my vision, created the perfect team based on my wishes and personality, and designed a beautiful space. It was beyond what I imagined. And the whole day went on without any issues, Hire her right now. Every single penny is worth it, and I would hire her 100 times over if I could. Thank you, Mary Bell and Katie for everything!!

ocals. Fortunately, MBE knows everyone in the area. Mary and her team were fantastic to work with throughout the 13 months of planning. They consistently provided honest feedback and recommended exceptional vendors that we loved for our big day. Their attention to detail is truly unparalleled. Thanks to their meticulous planning, our wedding day went off without a hitch. While many brides and grooms experience stress leading up to and on their wedding day, my husband and I felt completely at ease. Thank you, MBE, for making our day so perfect!

2024. Mary and her team are professionals – their planning and execution of my daughter’s wedding was flawless. Mary Bell covered all the details (vendors, photography, timeline, music, décor) so that we did not have to stress over anything. I enjoyed “being a guest” at our event because Mary Bell and her #1 team member Katie Garnett had planned out every detail and made certain it was delivered. And, I mean every single detail. Mary Bell Events was “on it” from the big picture to the smallest items. From the time that we began working with Mary and in the months before my daughter’s wedding, I realized that Mary Bell “knows everyone” (vendors and catering staff at Biltmore) important to a wedding event and that “everyone” enjoys working with her company. ALL the vendors that Mary recommended to us (band, transportation, floral, hike and catering companies for guest activity, hair and makeup artist) were excellent. The catering team at Biltmore knew Mary and Katie and they worked together seamlessly. I cannot stress enough that Mary has a network of superior vendors that are essential to hosting a beautiful wedding and reception and each of the vendors from Mary’s network of contracts that we hired “brought their A game” for my daughter’s wedding. Also, Mary Bell did not push us to hire the most expensive vendors – she was respectful of our budget and recommended a list of vendors with a range of pricing and we made the selections. Mary advised us what it was important to spend money on and what wasn’t. For anyone planning a wedding, this type of advice is invaluable. Also, if you are considering not hiring a wedding planner to save money, I suggest you re-think this idea. Mary Bell’s services and access to her network of vendors were well worth her reasonable contract charges. There are so many details involved in wedding planning – having a professional in charge is key to hosting an event that is beautiful, unique, fun, memorable and stress-free. Both Mary and Katie are very creative and they had wonderful ideas and worked with us on the décor (florals, lighting, linens, table placement) that made the evening beautiful. (For context, the ceremony was in the Lodge Room at Deerpark, the cocktail hour and reception were outside in the Deerpark courtyard under a clear, lighted tent and dinner was inside Deerpark). In addition, Mary and Katie were both fun to work with – they did their job but they also made the planning easy and enjoyable. They were enthusiastic and confident throughout the planning process which allowed us to enjoy the experience. In planning my daughter’s wedding, Mary was super organized and she covered all the details in the months before the wedding – nothing was overlooked or forgotten. The timeline planning document that Mary and her team created was unbelievable, and even more unbelievable is the fact that it was executed perfectly. On the night of the event, Katie was in charge and she did a great job. From the start with the line-up for the walk down the aisle to the last guest leaving the reception, Katie managed all aspects of the evening as planned in an unobtrusive way. The wedding was beautiful and the reception was really fun. Many guests (who traveled from Los Angeles and NYC to attend) have contacted me and the groom’s parents to say how much they enjoyed the wedding and reception. I also would like to add that it was easy to communicate with Mary – she answered emails and calls promptly, and our several meetings at the venue were organized and productive. I did not feel at any time that Mary was “too busy” with other clients to respond to me or my daughter. As soon as we were in contract with Mary Bell Events, Mary started working for us and she continued a high level of commitment until the conclusion of our event. In sum, Mary Bell Events has the experience, creativity, contacts and commitment to assist you in hosting an exceptional wedding event in Western North Carolina. In my opinion, Mary Bell is THE wedding planner to hire. If it were possible to give Mary Bell Events “10 Stars” – I would do it.

here to point me in the right direction every time was crucial. Everyone on the team was friendly, prompt, and understood the vision for our wedding even before we knew what we were looking for! I think the biggest testament to this group is that every vendor I worked with could not have more wonderful things to say about Mary Bell. They all told me how much they loved working with her and her group and what a great decision I made. I also want to give a shoutout to Katie, who worked directly with us in the last three months of planning. She ensured everything on our wedding day went smoothly and we were able to enjoy the wedding and not have to worry about anything! I HIGHLY recommend Mary Bell Events!