The 5 Best Party Planners in Winnipeg That’ll Make Your Event the Talk of the Town
A few years ago, one of my closest friends got engaged and decided to have one of the grandest weddings I’ve ever seen. It took so long to arrange, and from what I can recall, she was the most overwhelmed I’ve ever seen her.
But through it all, what kept her excited and on track was her trusted party planner.
All the preparations fortunately paid off; she had the loveliest ceremony and the most magical reception I’ve been to. To this day, she still speaks so fondly about the team that was behind it all.
So for those who need someone to rely on, I’ve compiled a list of the most in-demand party planners in Winnipeg who won’t let you down.
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1. Tricia Bachewich Events
Address: 109 Shamrock Dr
Phone: +1 204 962 8754
Business Hours:
- Monday to Thursday – 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Friday to Sunday – Closed
In the span of around 10 years, Tricia Bachewich Events has been there for hundreds of couples and corporate professionals. There really is no limit to what they can conceptualize, whether it’s a multicultural wedding or a golf tournament.
Although they offer individual services, nothing really compares to their full planning packages. Opting for that unlocks so many benefits, such as monthly meetings, unlimited emails, and an exclusive client portal complete with resources.
But for us, what really makes them stand out is that they think quickly on their feet. Apart from having an emergency kit ready, they swiftly navigate problems during events without even letting their clients know.
According to these customers, you won’t regret going for their teardown service as well, which eliminates concerns after all the fun.
Take note that they only accept a very limited number of events each year, to ensure that they give each one the attention it deserves.
We didn’t have to worry about a thing on the big day
“Hired Tricia Bachewich events as our wedding planner and WOW – I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND to anyone. Her and her team are organized, thorough, have great contacts within the wedding industry, and many years of experience. We absolutely loved going through the wedding planning experience with her by our side. We didn’t have to worry about a thing on the big day and were able to truly enjoy. (bonus, many of our vendors also told us she is ‘the best in the business!’ and that they love working with her).”
– Everett Vun, Google Review
I can’t get over how efficient she and her team were!
“Tricia was so incredibly organized. I cannot imagine how people have a wedding without her. My husband and our families agreed she was the best money we spent on the wedding. Through every planning detail to the day of Tricia was amazing. She provides unlimited email for questions and concerns throughout the entire process. Where as others were just month of. We went with the wedding management package and it was totally worth it. I also highly recommend the late night tear down. I can’t get over how efficient she and her team were!!!!”
– Carly Shaski, Google Review
2. Scheme A Dream
Address: 647 Garfield St N
Phone: +1 204 962 2222
Business Hours: Monday to Sunday – Open 24 hours
Scheme A Dream has been Winnipeg’s go-to for party entertainment for over 25 years. They’ve been a staple in events of all sizes, from children’s birthdays to fancy corporate functions.
Their claim to fame has been their character actors, who engage with guests and often serenade them with songs. Thanks to them, your kids can now talk to Princess Elsa or Darth Vader in the flesh.
Honestly, we were so impressed with the list of characters they had available. It’s mainly why they have so many repeat customers, since they can just pick out a different icon for each celebration.
However, you should be warned that not all of them are a huge hit. Granted, they try their best, but some performers miss the mark with impersonations.
Nevertheless, their coordinators can make your party more thrilling by helping you arrange other services. Some of their most popular offerings include comedy roasts, bouncy castles, and face paint kiosks.
10/10 experience for all of the kids
“We had Spiderman come to my son’s 3rd birthday party last month and he was amazing!! We had a very rambunctious group of kids at the party and Spiderman was incredibly patient, understanding and tolerated a lot of physical activity from all of the kids. 10/10 experience for all of the kids and I highly recommend! Thank you for making my son’s birthday the best”
– Chelsea Dram, Google Review
Overall, an exceptional experience
“Overall an exceptional experience. Margaret was very kind and a pleasure to deal with over the phone. Zorro really was outstanding, and my parents were surprised and loved the singing telegram. It was really something else to be able to bring back something from my parents past, when my dad had hired Zorro to go to my moms house in Florida in 1982.”
– Marlon Schulman, Google Review
3. Feast & Festivities
Phone: +1 204 791 5608
Business Hours:
- Monday to Friday – 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Saturday to Sunday – Closed
If you want a timeless and elegant event, Feast & Festivities is the team for you. They’ve got a hand-picked list of vendors that can elevate any party into something exquisite.
We would describe their planners as being very similar to mind-readers. They’re really good at translating what clients want to feel during their special day into a clear concept.
It’s also a huge plus that they’re extremely detail-oriented, with everything planned, down to the butter knives. You can trust that they’ll have every little thing about your special day organized.
Despite the number of things they have to watch out for, you’ll find that their staff always remains calm and collected during functions. It might not seem like much, but customers have said that it lets them enjoy themselves better.
The only catch is that they mainly work with weddings with a budget of at least $40,000. Anything lower than that, and you’ll have to go elsewhere.
Their keen eye and creativity cannot be matched by anyone else
“Emily did an amazing job planning and executing my daughter’s 3rd birthday party. I didn’t really have a plan just knew that it had to involve bunnies (as requested by my child). Emily came up with the concept and every single detail was presented so I could see the vision and approve the budget. Her creative ideas are so beautifully executed and everything was taken care of before the party so the family could just enjoy the day. I highly recommend working with Emily for any event as her keen eye and creativity cannot be matched by anyone else. We will be talking about the Garden Bunny party for many years to come!”
– Cori Frost, Google Review
Easily the best decision we made in our wedding planning process
“Hiring Feast & Festivities was easily the best decision we made in our wedding planning process, which—thanks to Emily—was seamless and even fun. The day was absolutely beautiful because of her incredible creative vision and everything went so smoothly because of her exceptional organization skills. Every other vendor we worked with commented on how detail oriented and on top of everything Emily was. It was truly the most magical day and we have Feast & Festivities to thank for it. I would highly recommend to any brides looking for a stress free and stunning wedding day.”
– Carlee Baigrie, Google Review
4. Soiree Event Planning Ltd
Address: 909 Dorchester Ave
Phone: +1 204 477 5450
Business Hours:
- Tuesday to Friday – 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Saturday to Monday – Closed
Soiree Event Planning is the team behind so many high-end weddings, corporate gatherings, and personal mitzvahs. They handle all the stressful parts, including management and design.
Right from the start, you’ll notice that they’re very meticulous during consultations, equally prioritizing pain points as much as the exciting parts of planning. This way, they can anticipate concerns and ensure that everything goes smoothly.
We also love that they keep product samples from suppliers in their office, eliminating the need to travel across the city. Believe us, this will save you so much time.
And speaking of suppliers, they’ve got plenty of amazing vendor connections. So many customers shared that they got the best prices simply because other professionals prefer working with their planners.
But as great as they sound, you should only reach out if you’re absolutely sure about your date. There have been reports of clients’ deposits not being refunded after they had to postpone their wedding.
Incredibly professional while still keeping the day fun and positive
“We loved having the Soiree team at our venue last summer. Incredibly professional and capable while still keeping the day fun and positive, exactly what you should get when hiring a planner! We can’t wait to have you back! Highly recommend!”
– Kelly Tellier, Google Review
The best wedding planning experience we could have hoped for
“The best experience we could have hoped for planning our Wedding! Andrea and her team at Soiree were incredible! We had them on board for our ‘Month of” planning and they were with us every step of the way and even helped us arrange a last minute venue change flawlessly. From our detailed and comprehensive wedding itinerary, to friendly communication in calls meetings and emails, and coordinating with all of our vendors (whom which all had a good relationship with Soiree), we could not be more content with our decision to have Soiree on board. We are so grateful for Soiree in executing our dream wedding and making it the fairy tale dream come true that it was!”
– Jacqueline Rano, Google Review
5. Prairie Sky Events
Phone: +1 204 232 4700
Business Hours: Monday to Sunday – Open 24 hours
Prairie Sky Events is perfect for those who want inclusive and non-traditional celebrations. Their team works hard to find vendors that’ll suit each client’s vision and beliefs.
And yet despite going the extra mile, they’ll still be very mindful of your preferences. Their experts will always prioritize the suppliers and products that are budget-friendly without sacrificing quality.
We would also like to mention their impressive sensibilities as coordinators. They know how to take initiative without overstepping and can handle details with very minimal direction.
But when you need them, you can depend on their efficient communication skills. According to customers, they always reply promptly and clearly, to make sure that everyone is on the same page.
Unfortunately, they’ve always got a really long waitlist — at this point, they’re only accepting events at least one year ahead.
An absolute pleasure to work with
“Leanne is an absolute pleasure to work with. Not only did she plan and coordinate our wedding (in a mere 3 weeks) but she married us too! She answered all our questions, was available and so supportive and knowledgeable. From start to finish she did more than expected and all with a smile on her face. As an added bonus, she has cultivated relationships with amazing vendors who share her standard of service. She was indispensable. We highly recommend her for your wedding big or small.”
– Jade Troost, Google Review
We had zero stress on our wedding day
“We want to rate Leanne higher than is possible…15/10!! Hiring Leanne was truly the best decision we made for the wedding. She was PHENOMENAL. We chose the package where we had her 3 months leading up to the wedding and day of. She was easy to communicate with, responded in the appropriate time frames, was clear and concise, ensured all the details were taken care of and most importantly, we had (LITERALLY!!) zero stress on our wedding day. My now husband and I reflect on the days leading up and day of, and neither of us had any stress or issues to deal with, as she did it all. We had a smile all day because of her.”
– Ainsley Kullman, Google Review