Whether you’re planning your Cape Town wedding from around the corner or across the world, we’re here to make the entire process feel effortless – from the big decisions to the smallest details.
Hi, my name is Rianie, Wedding planner & Founder of Events by May.
Planning my own wedding in 2020 sparked a passion for crafting unforgettable celebrations, and I’m thrilled to share that passion with you.
I love getting to know my couples – their vision, their style, and the little details that make their relationship special.
Planning a wedding should be exciting, not stressful. As a wedding planner in Cape Town, I guide couples through every step of the planning process, ensuring nothing is overlooked and every detail reflects your personal style.
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. As a dedicated wedding planner in Cape Town, my goal is to make the journey to your special day joyful, seamless, and unforgettable.
Let’s meet, share ideas, and start crafting the wedding you’ve always envisioned – contact us today.
– Rianie, Events by May
Planning a wedding or event should be exciting, not overwhelming. That’s why we offer a variety of packages designed to make the process smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free. As a trusted wedding planner in Cape Town, we support couples through every step of planning their special day.
Don’t just take our word for it, hear it from our couples...
As a bride that decided to plan her wedding while not even in the country, I could not have asked for a better wedding planner. I can honestly say I did not have to lift a finger, Rianie did everything, from calling to get quotes to making all the necessary bookings and arrangements, she did it all. I am one of very few brides that can say “I just showed up at my own wedding & it was perfect” Highly recommend her services.
We cannot thank you enough for everything you did for us! From our very first meeting, you made us feel at ease and helped turn our dream wedding into a reality. Your attention to detail, creativity, thorough planning and organisation, as well as your coordination on the day, were absolutely incredible. On the day itself, everything ran so smoothly, and we could simply sit back, relax and fully enjoy every moment — something that meant so much to us. The way everything came together so beautifully exceeded even our wildest expectations. You made sure that every aspect, big and small, was handled perfectly. We would recommend you with the greatest confidence to any couple who wants their special day to be everything they have dreamed of and more. Thank you so much for being part of one of the most important days of our lives! With lots of love.
We had the best experience working with Rianie. She went above and beyond to fulfill every request and bring our vision to life - the attention to detail, the choices and overall advice really made the whole process that much more enjoyable. Rianie also expertly handled difficult and unresponsive vendors with such professionalism. We couldn't recommend her enough!
We contacted Rianie in a panic to assist with our wedding arrangements as we realised that we couldn’t do everything ourselves. From the moment she stepped in, she made everything seem effortless. She thought of so many details that we hadn’t even considered and handled everything with such professionalism. On the day, she made sure everything ran smoothly, allowing us to relax and actually enjoy the occasion without worrying about logistics. Her company, attention to detail, and ability to keep everything on track were truly impressive. We honestly can’t thank Rianie and her team enough for stepping in and making our wedding such a success. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and talented wedding planner.
Rianie was an absolute lifesaver! With a very short window to plan our wedding and demanding jobs, she took charge and ensured everything was organized well ahead of time. Her communication was consistently thorough, with regular updates and check-ins that put our minds at ease and made us feel confident she had everything under control. Rianie went above and beyond to make our day perfect, adapting to short-notice requests with grace and professionalism. On the wedding day, we knew we could count on her completely. The execution was flawless, and it exceeded our expectations in every way.
Leave the planning to us! Our planning services cover everything from venue selection to day-of-coordinations, so that you can have a stress-free experience.
