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Greater Joy Events is a premier wedding planning business located in Central Illinois. Madeline is fully dedicated to bringing greater joy to engaged couples during one of the most exciting times in their lives. You shouldn't have to worry about anything on your wedding day, and neither should your friends & family. Let Madeline help you be fully present and able to enjoy your big day.
EVENT SERVICES
WEDDING DAY
COORDINATION
BASIC WEDDING PLANNING
FULL WEDDING
PLANNING
COORDINATION
Wedding Day Coordination is perfect for couples who don't want to miss any details while planning their wedding day. Whether it's who will set up your reception space while you're getting your hair and makeup done, whether you remembered to confirm your wedding party shuttle, or who will make sure your desserts are delivered and set up, Madeline will have it covered!
REAL WEDDINGS
SARAH AND DOM
Wedding Day Coordination
Sarah and Dominic were married at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and hosted their reception at the Country Club of Peoria. Click their photo to see more!
EILEEN AND JW
Wedding Day Coordination
Eileen and JW were married and hosted their reception at Haven on the Farm. Click their photo to see more!
PLANNING
Basic Wedding Planning and Full Wedding Planning are perfect for couples who have demanding full time jobs, are in school, or live out of state. They're also perfect for couples who know they want to make their wedding day a day that no one will forget. Every detail will be discussed - your timeline, vendors, paper suite, decor decisions, and more. All while making sure you enjoy the process!
REAL WEDDINGS
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Full Wedding Planning
JANE AND NATE
Jane and Nate were married and hosted their gorgeous reception at Venue Chisca. Click their photo to see more!
Basic Wedding Planning
RACHEL AND NICK
Rachel and Nick were married and hosted their reception at The Cannery. Click their photo to see more!
EXPERIENCE
Madeline has planned over 1o0 weddings, worked at over 30 venues, and coordinated alongside many vendors in the Central Illinois area and beyond. From a wedding of 40 guests to a wedding of 350 guests, Madeline's experience will show. She will guide you through the wedding planning process with her meticulous organization, flawless design, and effortless decision making as proof of her years of experience.
VENUES:
Venue Chisca
The Cannery
Haven on the Farm
The Gateway Building
Warehouse on State
Trailside Event Center
Marlene's Event Barn
Pere Marquette Hotel
Par-a-Dice Hotel
Embassy Suites Hotel
Metamora Fields
Weaver Ridge Golf Club
Mt. Hawley Country Club
Country Club of Peoria
Packard Plaza
Epiphany Farms Estate
Pear Tree Estate
The Hesed House Venue
Ironwood on the Vermilion
Camp Aramoni
Ravina on the Lakes
Eastport Banquet Center
Wildlife Prairie Park
Salvage One (Chicago)
Peckish Pig (Chicago)
Bottom Lounge (Chicago)
Cafe Brauer (Chicago)
The Viceroy (Chicago)
Many Private Property Locations
& more to come in the future!
CONTACT ME
I would be so honored to help you plan your wedding day in any way. Please fill out the contact form and I will be in touch ASAP!
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Madeline Ralph, Owner & Wedding Planner
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Peoria, IL, USA
ALLISON
Bride
"We cannot speak highly enough about Madeline and her incredible efforts in helping us plan our wedding! Looking back, hiring Madeline was truly the best wedding-related decision we made..."
CHRISTIE
Mother of the Bride
"It was important that we found someone who could provide experienced and detailed guidance, connect us with all the right vendors, and help us stay in budget. Madeline was all of those things, and more. She is knowledgeable, well-connected, attentive & so incredibly kind…"
ANN
Bride
"My husband and I could not recommend Greater Joy Events enough! Throughout the entire wedding planning process Madeline was kind, organized, and communicative..."