About this vendor
Elegant Celebrations, Seamlessly Planned
Your wedding should feel personal, polished, and completely yours — and so should the planning. At Sterling Event Services, we've been in the wedding business since 1995, formally established in 1999, with 700+ celebrations across Cleveland and beyond.
Whether you need full-service planning or just the right amount of support, we meet you where you are. We know these venues, these vendors, and this region inside and out — and we know how to make a plan that actually works, so you can enjoy your engagement instead of surviving it.
Big-picture vision to every last detail. We've got you.
Details
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Planning
Planning
- A la Carte Wedding Planning
- Budgeting
- Day-Of Coordination
- Destination Wedding Planning
- Full Service Wedding Planning
- Honeymoon Planning
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Engagement Party
- Honeymoon
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Bachelor Party
Awards and Affiliations
2025 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Sterling Event Services made our dream wedding a reality! We were wavering on hiring a wedding planner but ultimately made the decision to do so and it was worth every penny! We ha...
d an advocate for us and our wishes in Janet. She was just incredible to work with. She helped us think about details we wouldn't have otherwise. I would highly recommend Sterling Event Services to anyone!!
We got married this past fall and had the absolute pleasure of working with Janet and her team at Sterling Events. From start to finish, Janet made the entire wedding planning proc...
ess not only stress-free but genuinely fun!
She guided us every step of the way, helping us make decisions that reflected our vision while also finding creative ways to save money. Janet’s attention to detail and expertise meant that we didn’t have to stress about a single thing on our big day — everything went off without a hitch.
The team’s professionalism, creativity, and warmth were unmatched. It truly felt like they were just as invested in making our day special as we were.
We can’t wait to plan our next celebration with Janet and her dream team! If you’re looking for a wedding planner who will bring your vision to life and make the process enjoyable, Sterling Events is the way to go.
Thank you, Janet, for making our day perfect!
Janet amazing! She not only keeps the day on track but saves the day!
Janet and her team were incredible in helping transform our vision for our wedding into reality. She is a great source of information for all aspects of wedding planning. Knowing I...
was in good hands, I was able to relax on my wedding day and fully enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of being a bride while Janet and her team were proactive in curating the most magical details for ceremony and reception while keeping it all running on time. We still receive compliments from friends and family to this day! I cannot thank her enough!
Janet was just what we needed for our 2022 wedding. We were planning an outdoor wedding in just 7 months, and I knew from the get go I would need a planner to help with vendors and...
month of wedding preparation. Janet is very professional and detail oriented. We would schedule calls and meetings often, and Janet would have everything planned to a T. She gives you a planner and has updated to-do lists each meeting. I am not detail oriented and needed reminders to get things done, and I was grateful to Janet and her team for doing that! She made me feel very special and even sent a text on our one month anniversary as a married couple. You can tell that Janet loves wedding planning and helping brides make their wedding day one of the best days. We have since used her for party planning for our annual Labor Day/Airshow party with 150+ people and she knocked that out of the park as well. Thank you to Janet and her team at Sterling Event Services for everything!!
Janet is an incredible wedding planner who went above and beyond to make our special day seamless and unforgettable. Her attention to detail, organization, and ability to handle ev...
ery aspect of the event with ease gave us so much peace of mind. She truly cared about our vision and made it all come to life beautifully. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and highly recommend her to anyone planning their big day!
Janet Abbey is wonderful to work with!!!
Professionalism, creativity and reliability are always a cornerstone of working with this vendor. From friendly chats during planning to a beautiful finished project, we know to ex...
pect when we see Sterling is on a project.
As a professional photographer who has had the pleasure of collaborating with Sterling Event Services on multiple occasions, I feel uniquely qualified to speak to the exceptional q...
uality of service Janet provides.
Janet, the dynamic force behind Sterling Event Services, is more than just a wedding planner; she is a master of her craft. With over 150 weddings and 200 social and corporate events under her belt, primarily in the Cleveland area, her extensive experience and deep-rooted connections are immediately apparent in her work. Her ability to secure top-tier vendors – from caterers to floral designers – is unmatched, ensuring every aspect of an event is nothing short of perfection.
What sets Janet apart, however, is not just her professional prowess, but her calm and engaging demeanor. She approaches each event with a level of calmness that is both reassuring and infectious. Despite the inevitable stresses of event planning, Janet maintains a light-hearted atmosphere, often punctuating her interactions with a good laugh, reminding everyone that joy is at the heart of every celebration.
As a photographer, I have witnessed firsthand the seamless execution of events under her guidance and the palpable satisfaction of her clients. Her philosophy of absorbing the stress so her clients can relish the fun is not just a statement; it's an evident practice in each event she orchestrates.
In summary, choosing Janet and Sterling Event Services means entrusting your special day to a seasoned professional who will not only meet but exceed your expectations, all while ensuring the journey is as delightful as the destination.
Contact
Cleveland, OH
Sterling Event Services LLC