Who We Are

Events by Kelly, LLC is a Day of
Coordination
business designed to help
you execute your special event.

Kelly Olson

Kelly Olson, CEO of Events by Kelly LLC,
has nearly 20 years of event planning
and coordinating experience
and is
currently a teacher in Chicago, Illinois.

Prior to becoming a teacher, Kelly
worked in both the hospitality industry
and nonprofit sector planning and executing
events such as weddings, reunions, baby
showers, and birthday parties. Kelly loves
working with clients to ensure that their
events go off without a hitch!

Services

We offer Day of Coordination
services for all of your events.
That means we handle everything
from A to Z . . . and anything
in between too including:
Invitations & RSVPs
Logistical Needs
Catering & Food
Securing Entertainment
Decorations & Floral
Vendor Relations
Event Types
  • Weddings
  • Baby Showers
  • Family Reunions
  • Birthday Parties
  • Bar & Bat Mitzvah's
  • Important Galas
  • Any Special Event!

Testimonials

Kelly was a great
coordinator for my wedding!

She did everything from guest
bags to the rehearsal dinner.
She worked well with all of the
vendors and made my wedding
day smooth and wonderful.
Alysabeth
I have worked with Kelly on
many events over the years and
have always been impressed
with her strong work ethic

and hardworking nature. She
is a great coordinator!
Stacey
Couples love us! See our reviews on The Knot.

Day of Coordination Package

Below is what is included in the day of coordination package. For full and partial planning prices, please inquire for a separate pricing guide.
  • Day of coordination (up to 12 hours) with one assistance if desired for no additional cost
  • Coordinate and execute ceremony rehearsal (overseeing rehearsal dinner is an additional cost)
  • 1-2 in person meetings within six weeks of the wedding date.
  • Unlimited phone and email consultations.
  • Setting up venue (décor, place cards, favor, guest book, etc.)
  • Oversee timeline
  • Work with all vendors
  • Distribute payments and gratuities to vendors
  • Pack up décor and gifts at the end of the night.
Starting at
$1,000
for Chicago weddings
$1,200
for wedding 10+ miles outside of the city
(this includes a fuel charge)
Any additional services that you need outside of the parameters above (invitations, additional phone calls, picking up items, etc.) will be $50/hr

Rates

Competitive rates tailored to
your specific needs. Flexible payment
options also ensure you receive the
incredible service you deserve while
also not breaking the bank.
Bottom Line
We will work with you no matter what
so don’t hesitate to contact us today.

Contact

We are located in Chicago, Illinois
and serve the Chicagoland area. We
are willing to travel out of the
area for an additional fee.
Please use this form to send us
a message. We will respond
within 24 hours.
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