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All You Need to Plan a Wedding in Kansas City

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My brother just got engaged and this is a growing list of all you need to plan a wedding in Kansas City. I am helping the couple with planning, I love creating the special memories, and open to day-of planning for anyone looking. I hope this list hel...
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Venues

A vast list of wedding venues located across Kansas City metro.

 
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Secluded wedding venue on 60 acres. Property features private and picturesque setting, indoor and outdoor chapel options, plus a lodge that can be added to your wedding package for family or honeymoon suite.
The Bell of Camden Point
 
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Small quaint chapel that can be rented out by the hour or full day, they even offer day of coordinators and middle of the week free ceremony options.
The Brim
 
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A luxury wedding and event venue nestled just beyond the heart of Kansas City, offering a tranquil getaway on 72 acres of open fields and lush tree lines. The all white and dark wood beams are so gorgeous.
White Iron Ridge
 
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Located in the historic West Bottoms district, this venue offers three floors of versatile event space, blending industrial charm with modern amenities.
The Oliver Building
 
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A stunning Art Deco venue featuring a soaring ceiling and elegant interiors, perfect for a grand celebration.
The Grand Hall at Power & Light
 
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Inspired by the extravagant Roaring Twenties, this venue encapsulates vintage charm and modern elegance.
The Gatsby on Oak
 
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Offering a modern space with Kansas City's skyline as your backdrop, complemented by on-site catering and a full-service bar.
The Abbott
 
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A luxury venue in Lenexa, KS, designed as an urban oasis with classic architectural elements and modern textiles.
The Mint
 
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A charming venue offering a rustic setting with modern amenities, ideal for intimate gatherings.
The Emerald Event Space
 
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Nestled in the heart of the Crossroads, this venue provides a modern and elegant space for weddings and events.
The Everly Event Space
 
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A family-owned, private event facility offering rustic charm and a range of event options.
Faulkner's Ranch
 
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Featuring a 4,000 square foot urban garden and a 5,000 square foot indoor event space, this venue offers a blend of natural beauty and modern facilities.
Magnolia Venue & Urban Garden

Photographers

A vast list of photographers that specialize in wedding events in Kansas City.

 
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Renowned for their artistic and photojournalistic approach, epaga FOTO captures authentic moments with a creative flair.
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Specializing in editorial wedding photography, Mallorie creates artful and authentic images that reflect each couple's unique connection.
Home | Mallorie McBride - Wedding Photographer
 
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Deanna, the photographer behind A Day to Adore, offers a personalized experience, capturing weddings with a blend of lifestyle and portrait photography.
A Day to Adore Photography
 
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With over 16 years of experience, Claire provides refined, iconic, and joyful photographs, making her a sought-after choice for couples desiring timeless images.
Claire Ryser Photography
 
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Celebrating love with tender images and a touch of humor, Hallie offers a heartfelt approach to wedding photography.
Meet Hallie — Kansas City Wedding Photographer
 
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Focusing on a hybrid documentary style, Olivia captures true-to-life moments with a cinematic touch, preserving the authentic essence of your wedding day.
Kansas City Wedding Photographer | Olivia Tarkowski
 
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Expanding her creative services to include videography, Jessica provides couples with comprehensive visual storytelling of their special day.
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Offering a team of experienced photographers, Bellagala provides a range of styles to suit various preferences, ensuring a personalized touch for each couple.
Kansas City Photography – Bellagala | National
 
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Known for their professional and versatile photography services, George Street captures the essence of weddings with a blend of candid and posed shots.
Wedding Photographer in Kansas City, MO - George Street Photo
 
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With a focus on creating timeless and elegant images, Ivory Grove offers a classic approach to wedding photography, ensuring your memories are beautifully preserved.
Ivory Grove I Wedding Photography & Videography

Catering

Kansas City offers a variety of exceptional catering services to enhance your wedding celebration.

 
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With over 50 years of experience, Brancato's is renowned for its creative presentations and diverse menus, making them a trusted choice for memorable events. Pricing: Pricing varies based on menu selection and services; contacting them directly will ...
Brancato's Catering
 
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Specializing in weddings and social events, Kansas City Catering is dedicated to exceeding client expectations with innovative cuisine and exceptional service. Pricing: Pricing details are customized based on event specifics; reaching out directly is...
Kansas City Catering - Kansas City's choice for catering since 1983.
 
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An elegant, full-service caterer, Cosentino's offers custom menus, cake designs, and floral arrangements, ensuring a seamless and personalized wedding experience. Pricing: Specific pricing is tailored to individual event requirements; direct contact ...
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With nearly 25 years of experience, Taylor Made provides customizable menus and comprehensive services, including desserts, coordination, linens, and bartending.
Taylor Made Catering
 
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Since 2006, Blue Pot has delighted guests with seasonal, made-from-scratch dishes, emphasizing fresh ingredients and personalized event design.
BLUE POT CATERING
 
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A family-owned business, Two Sisters is praised for their fabulous food, reliability, and personable service, making them a favorite among clients.
Two Sisters Catering
 
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As an award-winning caterer, Culinary Creations specializes in private events, offering exceptional cuisine and service throughout the Kansas City metro area.
Kansas City Wedding Catering - Culinary Creations KC
 
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Based in Kansas City, KS, Hy-Vee provides wedding catering services, including cakes and other delicacies, known for their quality and affordability.
Hy-Vee
 
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Offering a 3% discount for WeddingWire couples, The Perfect Season is recognized for their exceptional wedding catering services in Kansas City.
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Known for their catering and bar service, The Well Catering offers discounts and is praised for their quality service in Kansas City.
The Well Bar Grill and Rooftop
 
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A family-owned business, Katie's Catering offers a variety of menu options, including breakfast and brunch selections, tailored to fit your event needs. Pricing: Meal packages start at $12.50 per person for three menu options, with additional items a...
Katies Catering
 
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Specializing in personalized wedding catering, Premier Catering offers a range of services from buffet to plated meals, ensuring a seamless experience. Pricing: Buffet service averages $16 per person; plated service is approximately $22 per person.
Premier Catering of Kansas City

Photo Spots

Each of these locations provides a distinct atmosphere, allowing you to choose the perfect setting that reflects your style and vision for your engagement or wedding photos.

 
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Known for its expansive rose garden and serene lake, Loose Park provides a lush, natural backdrop for photos.
Loose Park
 
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Featuring iconic architecture and the renowned Shuttlecocks sculptures, this location offers both modern and classic elements.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
 
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With its historic brick buildings and industrial charm, West Bottoms provides a unique urban setting.
West Bottoms
 
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This historic train station boasts grand architecture and elegant interiors, perfect for a classic and timeless feel.
Union Station
 
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A hidden gem featuring stone columns imported from Italy and manicured greenery, offering a European ambiance.
Verona Columns Park

Flowers

Kansas City boasts a variety of exceptional floral designers to enhance your wedding day.

 
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Specializing in custom wedding floral design, Wild Hill Flowers and Events is known for their attention to detail and stunning arrangements that reflect each couple's unique vision.
Wild Hill Flowers and Events
 
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A boutique wedding floral studio, KC Bloom Co collaborates closely with couples to create romantic designs featuring dynamic textures, serving Kansas City and beyond.
KC Bloom
 
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Offering luxury wedding floral services, Floriography KC provides more than traditional floristry, working as a designer to craft personalized and elegant floral experiences.
Floriography
 
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A boutique floral studio specializing in wedding and event florals, Lily Floral Designs offers custom installations and seasonal arrangements tailored to each client's vision.
Lily Floral Designs, Llc
 
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Located in the Crossroads District, The Cottage Rose is a boutique floral studio focusing on wedding and event florals, design, and custom installations to bring unique visions to life.
The Cottage Rose
 
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Renowned for their fresh and artistic floral designs, Beco Flowers offers personalized arrangements that capture the essence of each couple's style.
Beco Flowers
 
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Specializing in airy garden-style designs, Flower House KC crafts arrangements with an emphasis on texture, shape, and seasonality, delivering personalized creations for weddings and events.
Flower House KC
 
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Offering elegant and natural arrangements, Iris Floral Design uses fresh blooms to create designs that align with the style and theme of each wedding.
Iris Floral Design | Kansas City MO - Facebook
 
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With over 20 years of experience, Shelley Rundberg specializes in creating floral arrangements that align with the style and theme of your wedding, ensuring a personalized touch.
Shelley Rundberg Couture Wedding Flowers - Facebook
 
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An experienced planning team dedicated to the flawless execution of weddings and events, Southern Stems offers planning and floral services to bring your vision to life.
Southern Stems - Floral Designer (@southernstemskc) - Instagram
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Decor Rental

Kansas City offers a variety of exceptional decor rental companies to enhance your wedding celebration.

 
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Specializing in full-service event rentals, they offer custom-designed backdrops, tables, chairs, tents, and dance floors, with optional setup and breakdown services.
Supply Event Rentals: Kansas City wedding + events rentals
 
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A women-run family business providing unique, handcrafted event decor items, including vintage furniture and custom-made pieces, to create personalized event designs.
Something Borrowed
 
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Offering luxury lounge furniture, custom bars, and unique disco letters, they provide full-service setup and teardown to create memorable experiences.
Yours Truly Event Rentals — Kansas City Lounge Rentals for …
 
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Specializing in exquisite decoration rentals, their curated collection includes table linens, event decor, custom print designs, and custom embroidery services.
Durant Events KC
 
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Providing event planning, decor, and rentals, they offer disco rentals, flower wall rentals, and custom-designed backdrops to make events unique and memorable.
Kansas City Event Planning, Event Decor, & Event Rentals
 
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A Kansas City-based company with a passion for events and design, ready to turn your decor dreams into reality with their diverse inventory.
Sobremesa Event Rentals – Because all great memories start, "over …
 
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Offering a wide range of event rentals, including bars, staging, tables, chairs, linens, china, glassware, tents, and decor, to suit various event needs.
Quest Events (formerly Marq…
 
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Providing altar and aisle decor rentals, including a 7 ft triangle arch with faux flower and foliage swags, floor lanterns with candles, and boho rug aisle runners.
Cakewalk Events
 
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Specializing in modern and eclectic event rentals, they offer a wide range of decor items, including furniture, tableware, and unique decorative pieces.
Ultrapom Event Rental - Wedding Rentals - Kansas City, MO

Restaurant Catering

Planning a wedding in Kansas City offers a variety of catering options to suit different tastes and budgets.

 
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Parkway Social Kitchen offers customizable plated and buffet-style catering services, featuring diverse menu options to suit various preferences. Pricing: Plated meals range from $25 to $45 per person; buffet options start at $22 per person.
Parkway Social Kitchen
 
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Known for its authentic Italian cuisine, Garozzo's provides full-service catering with customizable menus to create a memorable dining experience. Pricing: Sample buffet menus are approximately $31 per person, including rental, labor, tax, and servic...
Garozzo's Downtown
 
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Famed for its delectable barbecue, Jack Stack BBQ provides catering services that bring the rich flavors of Kansas City to your wedding celebration. Pricing: A minimum of $25 per person for food and beverage is required, excluding tax and administrat...
Fiorella's Jack Stack BBQ
 
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Offering a diverse menu, Johnny C's specializes in deli and pasta dishes, providing both full-service catering and customizable packages. Pricing: Wedding catering services typically range from $20 to $70 per person, depending on the selected menu an...
Johnny C's Deli & Pasta (Universal Ave)
 
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This unique catering service combines traditional catering with food truck options, offering a modern twist for wedding receptions. Pricing: Specific pricing details are not publicly listed; it's recommended to contact them directly for a personalize...
Love Is Key Food Restaurant/Catering/Trailer

Wedding Cake or Desserts

Planning a wedding in Kansas City offers a variety of exceptional bakeries and caterers specializing in wedding cakes and baked goods.

 
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Renowned for crafting exquisite wedding cakes and desserts that are both delicious and visually stunning, Sweets Divine offers personalized confections tailored to each couple's unique style. Pricing: Specific pricing details are not publicly availab...
Sweets Divine | Wedding Cakes - The Knot
 
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A family-owned bakery since 1998, Cake Affairs specializes in luxury confectionery, creating thoughtfully designed wedding cakes that exceed expectations. Pricing: Pricing details are not specified online; direct consultation is advised for accurate ...
Cake Affairs | Wedding Cakes - The Knot
 
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Offering custom wedding cakes alongside a variety of desserts such as cookies, French macarons, and pastries, McLain's Bakery is celebrated for its quality and variety. Pricing: While specific cake pricing isn't listed, there is a minimum $60 deliver...
McLain's | Bakery | Cakes | Pastries | Coffee
 
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Dedicated to crafting dream wedding cakes, Blue Thistle Cakery offers personalized designs with a focus on quality ingredients and artistic presentation. Pricing: Specific pricing details are not provided online; contacting them directly will yield t...
Blue Thistle Cake
 
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Specializing in wedding cakes and desserts, Bloom Baking Co. emphasizes the use of quality ingredients to create memorable confections. Pricing: Cake prices begin around $4.00 per serving for a basic wedding cake; a two-tier cake serving approximatel...
Bloom Baking Company
 
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Known for custom wedding cakes with a variety of flavors and fillings, Take the Cake focuses on creating cakes that are both beautiful and delicious. Pricing: Round tier cakes begin at $6.50 per serving; a two-tier cake serving about 50 guests would ...
Take the Cake By Kay
 
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Offering custom-designed cakes with a range of flavors and styles, Sugar Beats Bake Shop is committed to bringing each couple's vision to life. Pricing: Buttercream cakes are priced at $6 per slice; a standard sheet cake serving 50 guests is $200. A ...
Sugar Beats Bake Shop
 
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Elvira's Cakes is known for creating beautiful and delicious cakes that cater to a variety of styles and preferences, ensuring a personalized touch for each event. Pricing: Specific pricing details are not publicly available; it's recommended to cont...
Elvira's Cakes
 
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Specializing in custom wedding cakes, Spectacular Cakes focuses on delivering both taste and artistry, creating memorable centerpieces for weddings. Pricing: Pricing details are not specified online; direct consultation is advised for accurate estima...
Spectacular Cakes