Plan Your Wedding
Whether you are a Tampa Bay Area local or planning a Gulfside destination wedding, we have the creativity and connections to help you have the day of your dreams without all of the stress.
Plan Your Event
We LOVE social events as much as we love weddings. From Wedding Showers to Reunions, we've done it all. It's all in the details and we've got you covered.
Plan Your Travel
Need a weekend getaway during your wedding planning, time away with your family or help planning your honeymoon? We're happy to help!
We Are Dream Makers
Tampa Bay Wedding Planning with Heart, Style & Expertise
Special Moments Event Planning | Trusted Tampa Wedding Planners Since 2004
Welcome to Special Moments Event Planning, your go-to team of expert wedding planners in Tampa Bay. Led by Master Wedding Planner Tammy Waterman, one of only a select few in the world to hold this prestigious designation, our award-winning team has been planning unforgettable weddings since 2004.
Whether you’re dreaming of a romantic Florida beach wedding, a chic city soirée, or a destination celebration full of cultural flair, we’re here to bring your vision to life—stress-free and full of joy.
Think of us as the wedding-obsessed best friend you didn’t know you needed!
We love talking weddings—every detail, every idea, every “what if.” From creative challenges to meaningful traditions, we’ve got the experience and heart to make your day magical.
Photo credit Marissa Moss Photography
Full-Service Wedding Planning Across Tampa Bay
We offer wedding planning services in Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Bradenton, Dunedin, Safety Harbor, and Pinellas Park, plus expertise in Florida beach weddings in stunning locations like:
St. Pete Beach • Treasure Island • Siesta Key • Madeira Beach • Lido Key • Honeymoon Island • Clearwater Beach • Redington Beach
From elegant hotel ballrooms and lush gardens to private estates, airplane hangars, train stations, and even remote islands, we’ve designed weddings in some of the most unique and iconic venues in Tampa Bay.
We’ve had the pleasure of working at:
The Vault, Don CeSar, Nova 535, Sandpearl Resort, Isla Del Sol Yacht Club, Tampa Bay Watch, Mahaffey Theater, The Birchwood, The Vinoy, Tampa Garden Club, Davis Island Garden Club, and more.
Photo credit Kristen Marie Photography
Experts in Cultural & Destination Weddings
At Special Moments, we’re proud to be recognized as a leader in cultural wedding planning in Florida. From Nigerian, Greek, Jewish, and Haitian weddings to Egyptian, Ethiopian, and multicultural fusion events, we honor your traditions while celebrating your personal style.
Not local? No problem. We specialize in helping couples plan destination weddings in Tampa Bay, offering hands-on support and local expertise to make your big day effortless and extraordinary.
Meet Your Dream Makers
As a Master Wedding Planner, Tammy leads a seasoned team of professionals who take the time to truly understand your story. We’re easygoing, organized, and passionate about every love story we get to celebrate.
Our approach is simple: thoughtful planning, clear communication, and a whole lot of heart (plus a little laughter along the way).
Photo credit Lifelong Photography Studio
Let’s Plan Something Special
Start your journey with a complimentary “Get to Know Each Other” consultation, either by phone or in our welcoming Clearwater studio. We’ll chat about your vision, answer your questions, and create a custom proposal just for you.
✨ Wedding Day Management begins at $1,950
✨ Full-Service Wedding Planning starts at $4,495
✨ Custom collections available to suit your unique needs
Ready to plan your wedding with a Master Wedding Planner?
Let’s make your day a truly Special Moment.
Testimonials
Skotti and Leo
Special Moments Event Planning was absolutely incredible on our wedding day! We had hired a different planner over a year out from our wedding who went MIA on us less than 2 months before our big day. Our wedding day ran flawlessly. Every single minute was accounted for in the timeline they created and I knew I didn’t have to worry about a single thing. It was perfect from start to finish. My only regret is not hiring Special Moments sooner!!
Vanessa and Ivan
Tammy and team were always great to respond and even worked around our very busy schedules. They made sure every detail was attended to, I honestly don’t know what I would have done without them. On the wedding day they provided a schedule and made sure everyone was where they needed to be. They made sure all last minute changes were made and we all were having a good time. I would not hesitate to recommend Tammy and Petra to anyone for any event.
Christine and Chris
Tammy and Petra arrived early, added their special touch (after checking in with us to make sure it was okay) to our setup, kept our guests in line, dealt with our vendors, made sure we had a break and some appetizers in private after the pictures but before the reception, and stayed late to help us clean everything up. Thank you for all your hard work and for the most wonderful night of our lives!
Jenna and Kevin
I am so grateful to Tammy, Petra, and Alexis. They always responded to my emails, calls, and made me feel like I was important, and not a burden. I can’t recommend them enough. They will work with your budget, and even help SAVE money! I highly recommend using Special Moments. It will be the best decision you ever make to include them in your wedding planning process and have them apart of your special day:)
Ciara and Avi
It is quite evident that the Special Moments team becomes completely and personally vested when they decide to take on an event. We were so fortunate and blessed to have Tammy and her team from Special Moments Event Planning guide us and hold our hand through a year of planning which resulted in a wedding weekend that exceeded our deepest dreams and desires.
