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Elegantly Tropical Southern California Beach Wedding at Young’s Beach Shack

September 15, 2025

When Sophia and Jacob first shared their vision for a Southern California beach wedding, I knew it was going to be something special. They decided on Young’s Beach Shack (Gravel’s Event Space) in Southern California as their wedding venue and every detail came together to create a wedding that was as breathtaking as the ocean […]

Inn at the Mission Wedding with Nods to Indian and Persian Traditions

August 12, 2025

Weddings are more than just beautiful and memorable events; they’re symbolic of two hearts and two families becoming one. For some of our couples, their wedding is a moment where two cultures join and traditions are honored. Sheila and Jas’ western wedding with nods to their Indian and Persian roots was a joyful blend of […]

Colorful Garden Wedding at Sherman Library and Gardens

May 26, 2025

Sherman Library and Gardens is a darling wedding venue offering separate ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception areas.

Dreamy Southern California Coastal Wedding

April 9, 2025

All weddings are beautiful, and some weddings are simply magical. This Southern California coastal wedding was the perfect blend of heartfelt emotions, stunning ocean views, and pure joy. Every moment was filled with love, from Riley’s tearful dress reveal with her bridesmaids to the unforgettable sparkler send-off. A Little Chapel Filled with Love Before the […]

All about Rebecca Calagna and RC Events

November 26, 2024

Hi, I’m Rebecca, a Southern California wedding and event planner. Witnessing my parents’ unconditional love, commitment to each other and our family, and their faith in God, truly shaped me into the wife, mother, and woman I am today. It was their marriage that grew my passion for lifelong love stories. Seeing the joy of […]

A Butterfly Wedding Bash

September 11, 2024

When it comes to planning the perfect wedding, every couple wants their special day to be as unique and memorable as their love story. For RCE couple, Rachel and Sean, their wedding was nothing short of magical, thanks to their enchanting white butterfly theme. The reception was filled with delicate butterfly details and guests enjoyed […]

An Indian Wedding by the Beach

June 17, 2024

FAQ: Do you do Indian weddings?  Answer: YES! While we are usually hired for fusion style cultural weddings, we have had our fair share of experience with Indian wedding traditions.  If you know anything about Indian weddings, you are aware that they are lavish events lasting across a span of days. These celebrations focus on […]

A Black and White Ocean View Wedding

March 29, 2024

It’s no secret that we love when our weddings take us to the beach! For Brianna and John’s big day, we revisited an absolute gem of a wedding venue in Huntington Beach, California, the Waterfront Hilton. While we adore nautical themes and blue hues when we’re celebrating everlasting love by the ocean, their black and […]

So You Want To Be A Wedding Planner?

April 19, 2021

So you want to become a Wedding Planner? Think long and hard about this decision because it is not glitz and glamour or playing with pretty things and flowers all day long. It is a tough job. You might have just rolled your eyes and thought, “Yah, right, Rebecca!” but let me explain. In reality, […]

Venue Coordinator VS Wedding Coordinator

April 12, 2021

Weddings are a dream come true and one of the most memorable days of your life. With there being so many titles in the industry, couples end up confused about who does what and often thinks they won’t need a wedding coordinator (also called a planner) because their venue has a venue coordinator (also called […]

Rebecca Calagna Wedding & Events specializes in wedding planning & design in the Southern California area and beyond. Our couples appreciate the timeless details of a flawless wedding day that gather their loved ones together while putting on display their unique love story that will last a lifetime.

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