ARW Events
Award-winning Lisbon wedding planner with flawless reviews and creative vision.
ARW Events is a full-service wedding planning company based in the vibrant Mercado da Ribeira, bringing creativity and precision to every celebration. With a perfect 5-star rating from 15 reviews, they specialize in crafting personalized weddings that reflect each couple's unique story, from intimate gatherings to elaborate affairs across Portugal and beyond.
Save ARW 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 Lisbon, Portugal
Why a local planner is essential
Planning a wedding remotely in Lisbon, Portugal without someone local is extremely difficult. A planner who works in the area regularly knows the venues, the reliable vendors, local regulations, and how to navigate language barriers and cultural expectations. They handle logistics you can't manage from abroad.
What to budget
Destination wedding planners typically charge $3,000–$15,000+ depending on the scope. Full-service planning (venue sourcing through day-of execution) is at the higher end. Many couples planning destination weddings find that the planner saves them money overall by avoiding costly mistakes and negotiating local vendor rates.
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
Book your planner first, ideally 12–18 months before the wedding. They'll guide every other vendor decision and help you avoid common destination wedding pitfalls.
Questions couples ask
How far in advance should I book ARW Events?+
We recommend booking 12-18 months in advance for peak season weddings, though we do accommodate shorter timelines depending on availability. Given our reputation and high demand, earlier bookings ensure more flexibility with dates and vendors.
What is the typical price range?+
Our planning packages typically range from €3,000-€8,000+ depending on the scope of services (partial planning vs. full coordination) and wedding size. Day-of coordination is available separately for smaller budgets.
Do you work with destination weddings outside Lisbon?+
Yes, we regularly plan weddings throughout Portugal and have experience with European destinations. Our Mercado da Ribeira location gives us exceptional vendor connections across Portugal, particularly in the Algarve and Sintra regions.
What's included in your full planning package?+
Full planning includes unlimited consultations, complete vendor research and negotiations, venue sourcing, design concept development, timeline creation, budget management, and comprehensive day-of coordination with your dedicated planner present.