Join us in welcoming Sam to The Good Party team! As both an Assistant and Lead Coordinator with The Good Party, Sam brings a calm presence, exceptional organization, and years of hands-on event experience to every event she is a part of. Her passion for creating meaningful experiences, going above and beyond, and her genuine…
Danielle joined The Good Party team in 2023. After planning her own wedding, it sparked an interest in learning more about the event industry. Having known Grace (one of our other amazing lead planners!) through Wind Cries Mary, joining The Good Party felt like a natural next step – a chance to build new skills…
Kaila and Cam hosted their stunning and love filled wedding at Langtry Walk. This beautiful venue was the perfect spot for their group of guests. This couple included personal touches (our favorite), their favorite people and a few furry friends even made an appearance! Kaila and Cam had an exciting and unique start to their…
The Good Party loves a good party and that doesn’t just mean weddings! Throughout the year you can find our team on site working with businesses and organizations across the Greater Victoria region (and beyond!). From community events and VIP dinners to fundraisers and Christmas staff parties, we have seen it all! Our team of…
When planning their wedding, Michael and Lindsay wanted to get married by the ocean and maintain an elevated approach to the design of their day. They invited their friends and family to join them in beautiful Sooke BC where they tied the knot and celebrated in style. This is one wedding weekend our team won’t…
The Inn at Laurel Point is one of Victoria’s top wedding venues. The stunning ocean and harbour views, greenhouse style Terrace Ballroom, and gorgeous guest rooms are just a few reasons why we love working at the Laurel Point. This beautiful space is perfect for your wedding (any season of the year!). We hope you…
This colorful farmhouse wedding was a perfectly personalized, cozy and cute, family affair! Gathering their loved ones together at Keating Farm in Duncan BC, Kelley and Eryn curated all the best things for their special day. Kelley and Eryn knew what they wanted their wedding to look like and our team happily helped make it…
From start to finish, the welcome table to the final dance – this wedding was one for the books (and the blogs)! Carley and Al (emphasis on Carley) planned an incredible wedding that could not have turned out more perfectly. Located at the Prospect Lake Community Hall, decorated to the rafters with colorful details, disco…
When we’re not on site making sure your dream event goes off without a hitch you can always find some of our team at our studio! Whether we are working on onboarding new clients, having team meetings, or stretching it out at our weekly yoga classes, we love spending time here. While we have shared…
And, with that, the 2023 season has come to an end! As I think back on 2023, I am immensely grateful for our team of talented planners, our trusting and fun-loving clients, and our incredible team of venues, vendors, and suppliers who make Every. Single. Thing. we do possible! 2023 was another big year…
On a cold and snowy evening, while celebrating their 10 year anniversary, Mitch knelt on one knee and asked Fiona a very important question. She said “Yes!” and the wedding planning began! We absolutely loved working with this amazing couple. We will always remember this celebration as one that was overflowing with joy and happiness.…
Jenny and John wanted their wedding venue to be close enough to Victoria that the focus would be on the celebration and not the travel. They were hoping for somewhere that highlighted the beauty of the west coast, was oceanfront (if possible), had accommodation for family on site and a bit of that backyard magic…
One of our teams Lead Planners is getting married this summer and we👏 can’t👏wait👏. Their relationship made a debut on Instagram in the summer of 2015 and they’ve been going steady ever since. Read on to find out more about Carley and Al, their engagement and even their coffee orders! Welcome to the start of…
This past month our team has been been traveling up and down the island for events and weddings. However, The Good Party’s Corporate Planner, Cassie, took it one step further and brought a taste of Cambodia to Victoria! The Royal BC Museum recently celebrated the unveiling of their newest exhibit ‘Ankgor: The Lost Empire…
When it comes to functional rentals we have a few favourites and of course the Black and White team is on the list! In business for over 30 years this company supplies rentals from Port Hardy to Victoria and we are so glad they exist! The owner, Dave, is always willing to jump on a…
Erika and Daniel’s family focused wedding celebration was one for the memory books! Our team loved being part of this magical day celebrating the marriage of this gorgeous duo. It all started with an intimate ceremony held at a local park and ended with a dance party that had everyone on their feet. This wedding…
Meet Kelly: Our Australian Queen. Kelly is one of our Lead Planners and we absolutely love having her on the TGP team! She is talented in so many ways (including but not limited to being a professional pastry chef!!) and can talk with you about reality tv for hours. Kelly is hardworking, detail oriented…
Meet Ruby: She’s the energizer bunny, she’s still smiling at the end of her shift (every. single. time.) and she always brings snacks for the whole team. Beyond that Ruby has a heart of gold, is hardworking with an eagle eye for details and is such an incredible part of the TGP team! With…
Victoria Party Rentals is celebrating their sixth anniversary this week and we wanted to say a big CONGRATULATIONS and tell everyone why we love working with Darren and his team of event pros! We have collbaroated with Victoria Party Rentals from day one and figured it was about time that we write an entire blog post…
Meet Madi: Simply put, she’s marvelous and we love her! Madi has a degree from Vancouver Island University in Tourism Management and Marketing and loves to plan both weddings and corporate events! Not only does Madi work with her own portfolio of clients, she is also our Junior Executive Assistant which means she is…
Julia and Justin’s elegant Qualicum Beach wedding was a stunning affair! We’ve wanted to share more details about this West Coast inspired design for awhile now and are thrilled to say that time is now! From florals to tables and chairs, we will highlight both the functional and the fancy. Find out more below…
Meet Liv: She has a big heart, is super duper organized and is always willing to help out any team member. Plus, she always brings the most energy and will work hard till the last fork and votive are packed away at the end of the day. Liv joined The Good Party in August…
This past summer we had 12 amazing women join The Good Party team as our 2022 Event Assistants and we want to give them a big shout out and say “THANK YOU!” These ladies help our Lead Planners on wedding weekends as well at other events throughout the year. On wedding days they do so…
Meet Jules: With a certificate in Event Management, a diploma in Hospitality Management, a BA in Global Tourism Management and 7 years in the event industry, Jules brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to The Good Party team! Plus, she is so fun to be around, loves logistics and design equally and says that…
Meet Grace: She grew up in London, she grew up in Spain, we think she’s amazing – here, let us explain! When Grace starts dancing, you start dancing. When Grace laughs, you can’t help but laugh along. When Grace posts on IG about a fancy dinner she ate, you go eat a fancy dinner. She’s…
With 2022 in the rear view mirror and 2023 ready to roll, our team has been reflecting on the past year and all of the incredible weddings, events, and experiences we got to be part of! First and foremost we want to say a big thank you to all of our wonderful couples, clients and…
One of the most frequent questions we get is what is the difference between a Venue Coordinator and a Wedding Planner? There are so many great venues in Victoria, and with those venues comes a Venue Coordinator. While they do know all the ins and outs of your venue, there are things that they…
Today we are so excited to share with you Lauralyn + Martin’s intimate Fairmont Empress wedding celebration in our latest Love Isn’t Cancelled Series! These two were the sweetest couple, had the loveliest group of guests, and we loved spending the day with them. Lauralyn + Martin had originally planned on having an epic…
Say hello to Kirsten! She came to us from the UVIC Peter B. Gustavson School of Business Co-Op program. Originally her Co-Op was designed to assist small businesses with an updated business plan to help us during COVID. She was our official COVID Pivot-er. She not only created a beautiful new business plan for…
Not to be cliche, but WOW, WHAT A YEAR! When attempting to do a year end wrap up all that comes to mind is the word “Pivot” – over, and over, and over again. To say that this year brought unexpected challenges is the understatement of the decade. But alongside those challenges, there was…
Where has the year gone?! It’s hard to believe it’s December already! We’ve been in full ho-ho-ho-holiday mode over here for a few weeks now and are excited to share some of that cheer with you all! After this crazy year, we think we all could use a little bit of holiday magic right…
Well it’s almost December and over here at The Good Party, we LOVE the holidays! The festive season means our studio is filled with colourful trees, neon snowflakes, and even a light-up flamingo?. We especially love giving gifts and this year, when everything feels a little different, we love that gifts can still make…
As the days get a little colder (or wetter!), and we head into winter, we can’t help but reminisce about one of our favourite winter weddings ever! This intimate wedding was one for the books – who knew we’d be ahead of the curve when it came to celebrating big love on a smaller,…
Today we can’t wait to share with you Erin + Andy’s whimsical, colourful, romantic elopement story in our Love Isn’t Cancelled Series! These two are super fun and of course, that translated into their intimate elopement celebration. Erin + Andy were supposed to get married on October 3rd 2020, at a beautiful Italian restaurant…
We all know that a killer playlist can make or break the dance party. The perfect song while you are walking down the aisle can bring a tear to everyone’s eye. And of course, the song you have your first dance to is the song you’ll remember forever. We asked a few of…
Annika + Mason feel like they have been our friends forever. Most likely because we planned two of their best friend’s weddings in 2018 and 2019! Annika + Mason shared their 2020 experience with us for our Love Isn’t Cancelled series. Annika shared what it was like eloping, planning an intimate wedding, all the…
There are so many different ways to show your guests to their seats! We love something that is straightforward (no one has gotten lost yet!) but oh, so eye-catching! Each of our couples has their own unique sense of style and the seating chart is the perfect way to play into the overall wedding…
Today we are continuing our Love Isn’t Cancelled series with another wonderful couple, Krista & Ryan! Their motto this year was “Let’s do the damn thing!” and we couldn’t agree more. Krista answered our questions below and not going to lie, we (ahem, Sara) shed a few tears at her beautiful words. Krista &…
29 forever! Ashley’s 29th birthday party was easily one of our favourite projects of the summer and honestly, maybe ever. But not because of all the pretty details, it’s really because of the meaning behind it – amazing clients who continue to include us in their milestones and celebrations! This effortless summer soiree was…
If we learned anything this summer, it’s that a bigger guest count doesn’t mean a better wedding, and it definitely doesn’t mean a better party! Chelsey + Pete’s wedding was the perfect example of just how perfect a wedding with 50 guests can be (hand sanitizer as favours and all!). Chelsey + Pete just…
Meet Chloe! Chloe came to us this summer from the Hospitality Management program at Camosun College. She’s feisty, fun, and always on the go. She had a busy summer with The Good Party learning the ropes of coordinating events during a pandemic as well as spearheading our little balloon garland side hustle! (Photography: Dragonflight…
We are so excited to feature Catie & Hunter today on our Love Isn’t Cancelled series. Catie & Hunter’s wedding changed locations and guest group size, but these changes didn’t impact the amount of care and love that went into their beautiful celebration! Catie & Hunter were supposed to get married at the Victoria Golf…
There was a moment in June of this year when we wondered what our summer season was going to look like. Our spring months were a blur of rescheduling, postponing, and altering plans, but by the time June rolled around and the craziness of moving 2020 weddings was resolved we had a second to breathe…
To all the 2020 couples out there – you were faced with an impossible decision this year when it came to wedding planning. There were so many options: postpone, elope, go ahead with a smaller guest size… all good options but how do you know what one is the right one for you? The…
Ashlyn and Darren’s wedding day was a combination of so many things that we love: colour, elegance, a beautiful West Coast view, a historic landmark, and two families with two cultures coming together as one! Our awesome couple wanted to infuse traditional Indian and Chinese elements into their ceremony and reception while embracing the beauty…
Lauren and Alex are two incredibly kind, effortlessly beautiful, fun-loving souls who radiate love in everything that they do. They wanted to treat their family and friends to the ultimate Gulf Island weekend getaway and celebrate their wedding in a place that means so much to them. We will forever remember their relaxed wedding…
A couple of weeks ago, we had the opportunity to work with some wonderful Cowichan Valley based wedding vendors to showcase one of Vancouver Island’s newest wedding and event venues, Keating Farm. This event was the second Planners’ Supper Club we have organized and, like the first one in April of 2019, we had…
If the tenting business had a celebrity it would be Nish from Shady Spaces. He’s covered – literally – some of the island’s biggest concerts including Laketown Shakedown, Rifflandia, SunFest, Shambhala, and more! Not only does he keep the rain (and sun!) away from some of Vancouver Island’s biggest festivals, but he also travels…
It’s no secret that our team at The Good Party loves colour, crafting, and just about anything that you would call “fun”. And we love it when couples trust us enough to let us run wild with our imaginations. Emma and Alex, who got married July 2019, trusted lead planner Camille, and the result…
One of the things that we often hear from couples who want to get married on Vancouver Island is that they want to embrace the West Coast aesthetic. We are so lucky here on Vancouver Island that we are surrounded by beauty everywhere – the lush forest, expansive ocean views, or steep mountain ranges,…
At the beginning of 2020 we were gearing up and getting organized for a busy summer ahead full of weddings, community events, family celebrations, and much much more! Little did we know that 2020 had other plans for us. Because of COVID-19, so many of our couples were faced with tough choices about their…
Balloons and The Good Party often go hand in hand. We love balloons. Like, seriously LOVE balloons. We’ve decorated bars, buildings, ceremony arches, and more! Balloons are such a great way to add a pop (pun very much intended!) of colour and fun. (Photography: Top left/center – Rivkah Photography || Top right –…
There is always so much hype around THE DRESS. There are multiple TV shows dedicated to finding the perfect dress, everyone always talks about the “A HA” moment. But what about about the guys? They have to get dressed on wedding day too! There are quite a few options for grooms on wedding day…
There are those people who are right there beside you offering help before you can even ask, elevating your ideas to make them truly magical, and filling even the most stressful situations with laughter. Danielle and and her team at Trend Decor Even Design are like that. They know what it takes to make…
On May long weekend in 2019, Dustin and Jeff tied the knot in the historic Library Room at the Fairmont Empress. Surrounded by 14 of their closest family and friends, their celebration had all of the elegance and details of a large wedding, but with the intimate feeling of an elopement. A micro-wedding at…
There is a lot of hustle and bustle on wedding day. But one of the most important parts of the day (besides the whole getting married part!) is the morning itself! Wedding morning sets the tone for the whole day – good or bad. That’s why we asked our lead planners and a few…
Florals can be so much more than just a bouquet and some centerpieces, they can be integrated into all aspects of your decor. We love seeing our florist friends work alongside our clients to create something fresh, colourful, and totally unique! Every wedding has a beautiful floral piece – it was hard to whittle it…
In June 2019 we got to celebrate a seriously awesome couple, Morgan-lee and Stephen! From our first consultation with these two, one thing was really clear, they wanted their wedding day to be fun. Like, really, really fun. Cocktails, food trucks, live music, dancing, and more cocktails were on the agenda and we were…
At weddings and events, the party often hovers around the bar and the dance floor and sometimes it seems like no matter where the bar is that’s where the party is. And we happen to know the best party hosts in town – their names are Andrew and Sarah and they are the owners of…
Meet Kody! She is our super talented graphic designer. Are you obsessed with some of our couples’ amazing signage and invitations? Chances are Kody designed them herself. She’s super sweet, has an amazing eye for design (and colour!), and really knows how to bust a move on the dance floor (the worm, folks –…
What does Pokémon, children’s author Oliver Jeffers, the colour marigold, and an Irish dancing drag queen all have in common? No, this isn’t a trick question! They were all inspiration for Mairead and Anthony’s big day! It would be an understatement to say this wedding day was one of the most unique celebrations…
Four Frames Photo Booth just celebrated TEN (!!!) years in business here on Vancouver Island so we decided what better way to celebrate one of our favourite companies, and two of our favourite people, then with a blog post all about Four Frames Photo Booth and their newest adventure, The Bubble Bus Co. …
One of the natural perks of being a wedding planner is that we are basically professional dessert tasters! Cakes, pies, donuts, ice cream sandwiches, truffles, cookies – you name it, we’ve tried it. Often we are so busy on wedding day that we completely miss dinner… But you know what we never miss? THE…
The Fairmont Empress is one of Victoria’s most beloved and iconic hotels. The hotel has an incredible history and is filled with a passionate staff team, delicious cocktails, a golden Labrador who will greet you in the lobby (hi, Winston!), and the best popcorn on the planet! Sitting directly on the Inner Harbour, The…
Meet Kara, one of our Lead Planners! She’s adventurous, creative, and always waiting for you with a smile. Kara officially joined the gang in January of this year but it feels like she’s been around for so much longer. Kara’s incredible experience in the event and hospitality industry made her the perfect fit for our team…
Right from the get-go Danielle + Jet expressed their desire for an effortless and relaxed wedding celebration – they wanted the opportunity to celebrate with their closest friends and family members and wanted to do it in a way that truly reflected the two of them – laidback, casual, and fun! Danielle and…
Like the rest of the world we are in a holding pattern – waiting to see how the ever changing situation and resulting regulations will change the industry we know and love. We know that so many individuals and businesses have been greatly affected, because when it comes down to it, we really are…
The wedding is planned, the honeymoon is booked, and there isn’t much else to do besides enjoy time with your closest family and friends! A rehearsal dinner allows you to do just that! The wedding day goes by in such a blur that a rehearsal dinner really allows you to relax and mix and…
Think you have what it takes to be a lumberjack? At Axe & Grind, you can embrace your inner lumberjack, show off your skills in front of your friends, and have a blast in the process. Today we are throwing the Axe & Grind team a little surprise Friendor Love feature! Read on for…
Morgan is one of our event assistants and she hustles hard! She’s always willing to help out, has a super positive attitude, even when things get a little stressful (check out her favourite wedding moment for more details on that!). We love having Morgan on site with us during the summer and she brings that…
One of the first questions we ask during your initial consult is “Will there be any pets at the wedding?”. It’s one of our favourites to ask because we LOVE pets! Whether it’s a dog in a tuxedo or a cat sitting for a formal portrait we want to incorporate your furry friend in any…
Oh, hi! I’m Marley, and you can find me behind the scenes of The Good Party! I’m usually who you meet when you come in for your initial consultation to talk about your wedding or celebration or maybe I’m writing blog posts or Instagram captions! I’m there on wedding day, I water the office plants,…
Meet Casey, one of our amazing event coordinators! Casey is one of those special, magical unicorn type people. She is bubbly, ready to make friends with anyone (or any dog!), and is willing to help in whatever way possible, even if it’s slightly dangerous! She has enough energy and sparkle to fill an entire ballroom…
On February 14th The Good Party alongside the Victoria Public Market and some of our favourite Vancouver Island vendors got together to create a totally unique Pop-Up style Wedding experience! The Love Bash was created as a stress-free alternative option to the traditional wedding celebration. The best part was all proceeds raised went to…
Right from our initial meeting Sydney and Sheila stole our hearts! Having been together since high school, you could tell that their wedding was going to be the ultimate celebration of their love. Their family and friends were so kind and the entire Good Party team, led by our lead planner, Anouk Fitzner, truly felt so…
Usually, the first Sunday in February is known for wings, beer, and endless football; however, here in Victoria, Super Bowl Sunday has taken on a whole new level of importance! The Shine Fashion Tea for the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation is held on the first Sunday of February and attracts the city’s loveliest…
It’s no secret that we love Vancouver Island and that planning weddings here on the island is our favourite thing. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of being involved in weddings right up and down this gorgeous piece of west coast heaven and while we are always talking about the collective “West Coast”…
What do you get when you combine a foosball table, a neon sign, a pedi-cab, a sun drenched courtyard on a perfect September Saturday, and one really awesome couple? Amee and Matt’s modern industrial wedding at the Fort Common! When Amee and Matt first sat down with us, we knew this wedding was going…
When it comes to event seating and decor, we love (and I mean LOVE) a good lounge. Lounges at weddings and events is one of those trends that isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, and we are here for it! One of our favourite companies that provides amazing lounge pieces is Bash Specialty, owned by Shara…
Dione and Alex’s destination wedding weekend in Victoria was one for the books – and we’ve been waiting to share all the goodness from this incredible day! From their rehearsal dinner and welcome mingler at The Ruby on Johnson to a catered brunch and lawn bowling tournament the day after the wedding, these two…
Well it’s December, and we at The Good Party are feeling VERY festive over here. Our purple tree is up in the studio (covered in pom-poms, of course!), we can’t stop eating candy, and maybe we’ve put on a Christmas carol… or two… or three. Even though summer is what people typically think of…
Welcome to our new office space and home of The Good Party & Trend Decor! We can’t wait to show you around! In mid-September we were given the keys to our brand new studio and it was immediately off to the races to make this industrial warehouse with a bright upstairs loft our…
Meet Carley Wachtin – Lead Planner. Carley is a lead planner and an all around sweetheart! She rocks the party skirt with purpose and professionalism, and we are so thankful she’s part of our squad. From set-up to tear down, Carley brings a smile and friendly energy to every event she leads ? Check out…
Some people possess amazing artistic skills and can make art out of anything and Melanie Gordon, the owner and artist behind Decor by Nature, is one of those people. Mel came into our lives before The Good Party was even a thing, actually even before Emma McCormick CREATIVE was even really a thing! Mel…
On Friday, March 15th 2019, Emma McCormick Creative officially become THE GOOD PARTY – Creative Planning + Production. We launched at noon via our Instagram and then continued the celebration into Friday night by doing what we do best; throwing a really good party! Our friends, family members, and vendor partners (oh hey there, friendor!) came out…