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.

Egyptian wedding celebration with drums for the Groom


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).

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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

Jamie & Colin

Tammy was absolutely incredible and truly went above and beyond throughout our entire wedding planning process. We chose the partial planning package and as an out-of-state bride it ended up being an absolute dream. Tammy handled so much more than we ever expected and was always just a phone call away whenever we had questions…

Gabe & Erica

I cannot recommend this team enough for all your wedding related needs. My wife and I are so thankful for how calming and organized Tammy and her team were throughout this entire process. She pays so much attention to the little things which makes the day feel that much more special, and maybe more importantly,…

Kristin and Douglas

The moment I connected with Tammy on the phone on our first call, I knew Special Moments Events was for me!! Tammy went absolutely above and beyond- she handled every single call and email with our venue, always made sure to ask questions, and handled every single detail with the end stages of planning, even…

Ashton & Alec

Tammy and the entire Special Moments team exceeded every expectation I had for my wedding on May 23rd! Since I was planning a destination wedding from halfway across the country, I relied on Tammy for so much throughout the planning process and she delivered every step of the way! From helping design and build my…

Allison & Ryan

I cannot say enough good things about Tammy and her team. My husband and I planned our big, dream wedding in March and Tammy made every part of the process seamless. But, as a pandemic bride, restrictions required us to cancel our big day and re-plan a much smaller, private ceremony to keep everyone we…

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