When you work with Elisabeth Accardi at Upon A Star Events, you are guaranteed a celebration that is tailored to all of your wishes and completely one-of-a-kind, featuring the guest of honor(s). Each celebration is custom and so are the services. Our fabulous team handles every aspect of your event from beginning to end so that you can relax and enjoy each and every moment. Think of it as white glove service at every touch point. No detail is overlooked. Every minute is planned. A magical production that will outdo your expectations. Elisabeth has been the owner and chief planner and designer of Upon A Star for 23 years and has invaluable experience and relations with vendors and clients alike. She is well regarded in the New England event world and has longstanding relations and a reputation of creating an elevated event like no other. Offering unparalleled creativity and innovation, Elisabeth Accardi is one of the most sought after and well-regarded event planners in the industry for her attention to detail and design, expert advice and custom curations.
Event Planning Services
- Unlimited consultations via phone, email and in-person meetings
- Managing budget (we customize a unique budget plan for each and every event)
- Conceptualization – Working closely to gain a better understanding of the client’s vision and making it a reality
- Assistance with finding a venue for the ceremony and/or the reception
- Assistance with choosing the team of vendors based on each client’s individual taste, style and budget
- Referral, coordination and management of all vendors
- Load-in and breakdown schedules for vendors
- Creating a timeline, floor plan and day of production schedule for client and vendors
- Coordination and overall management of all details including:
- Budget Planning
- Venue Selection and Management
- Timelines
- Production Schedule
- Stationery-Custom-Place Cards, Table Numbers, Menu Cards, Invitations, Save the Dates, Signage
- Catering Consultation
- Decor Selection
- Entertainment
- Photographer
- Videographer
- Floral
- Rentals
- Guest Transportation
- Lighting + Sound
- Tenting Private Estates
- Guest Activities
- Overall Event Design
- Concept/Logo Design
- Favors
Event Design
- Brainstorming-Implementing Style and Design Details of the Event
- Custom Decor
- Space Planning and Rendering
- Centerpiece and Visuals
- Managing Installation and Strike
- Tablescapes
- Table Settings
- POP SHOP Activity Station Management and Customization
“The Event”
- Elisabeth is onsite at 99.9% of the events she plans and designs-can you believe it? She is available as the primary Client Concierge, final decision maker with vendor and guest communication while Overseeing the “Day Of” set-up and managing timeline throughout the day.
- On Site Management-Upon A Star Staff are available throughout Event from Start to Finish to Keep Things Moving and on Task.
Not every event is the same and neither is the pricing! We fully customize each and every event. Elisabeth and her team will work closely with you in figuring out your overall budget for your event. We will then get a better understanding of your needs and what services we can provide to best suit you and your budget. Based on the details we discuss at our initial meeting, we will put together a basic estimate and a general breakdown of pricing for your event based on the services rendered. It is important to create the perfect event within your budget and we will work together in making this happen! Our clients are very important to us and it is our utmost responsibility to make this process smooth and worry free for you and your family as we work to create the event of your dreams! Leave the planning to us and rest assured you will enjoy every moment of your special day, stress-free.