Jodi Raphael Events
Award-rated Boston wedding planner creating personalized celebrations with flawless execution.
Jodi Raphael Events is a full-service wedding planner based in the Boston area with a stellar 5/5 rating from 49 clients. Specializing in thoughtfully designed celebrations, Jodi brings creative vision, meticulous attention to detail, and strong vendor relationships to create personalized weddings that reflect each couple's unique story. Her hands-on approach and problem-solving expertise ensure a planning process from initial concept through your perfect day.
Save Jodi Raphael Events, and it's on your wedding.
Everything you save lands on your own Aisle plan, a private page for the two of you. Send the link to your partner, your parents, your maid of honour, and they see the same shortlist, the same photographs, the same dates. No forwarding screenshots.
Booking one wedding planner is easy.
Booking a whole wedding abroad isn't.
This wedding planner sits beside your venue and the rest of the team, one page you own.
Send the same dates to several vendors at once. Replies land in a single thread.
A real person checks availability and chases paperwork while you enjoy the good part.
Services
Hiring a wedding planner in Boston, MA
What a local planner can help with
Ask a planner about work in the area, languages, supplier relationships, and the tasks they can handle. Compare that scope with what your venue coordinator includes.
What to budget
Ask whether the fee is fixed, a percentage, or based on services. Confirm travel, taxes, extra events, supplier commissions, and payment dates.
Questions to ask before booking
How many weddings have you planned in this specific area? Do you handle legal paperwork and permits? What's your vendor network like? Will you be present on the wedding day? How do you handle communication across time zones? What's your contingency plan for weather or vendor no-shows?
When to book
Contact planners early if you want help finding the venue. If your venue is booked, explain which decisions you have made and where you need support.
Questions couples ask
How far in advance should I book Jodi Raphael Events?+
Given her high demand and stellar reputation, booking 12-18 months ahead is ideal, especially for popular wedding seasons. However, she may accommodate shorter timelines depending on availability and scope of work.
What is the typical price range?+
Full-service wedding planning typically ranges from $3,500-$8,000+ depending on guest count, complexity, and level of involvement. Day-of coordination is available at lower price points. Request a consultation for a custom quote.
Do they travel for destination weddings?+
While based in the Boston area, Jodi works primarily with New England couples and venues. Destination wedding availability depends on location and planning scope, contact her directly to discuss your specific needs.
What's included in their packages?+
Full packages typically include venue and vendor selection, design planning, budget management, timeline creation, invitation coordination, and full day-of management. Partial planning and day-of-only services are also available.