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A Table Affair is a Columbus event planner specializing in thoughtfully designed corporate events, private celebrations, and weddings throughout Central Ohio. From venue sourcing and vendor coordination to contract management and on-site support, we manage the details so you can focus on the experience.

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What Is Full-Service Event Planning?

Full-service event planning gives you an experienced team to manage the moving pieces behind your event from start to finish.

As a Columbus event planning company, A Table Affair helps clients throughout Central Ohio research venues, source vendors, collect proposals, negotiate contracts, organize payment deadlines, and coordinate communication with third parties.

Whether you are planning a corporate event, executive dinner, wedding, or private celebration, our goal is to keep the planning process organized and make sure every detail moves forward with intention.

Clients remain responsible for signing vendor contracts and making payments directly to each vendor, while our team helps organize the process, communicate expectations, and keep important deadlines on track.

Your Columbus Event Planning Team

Planning an event in Columbus means knowing more than how to build a timeline. The right venue, vendors, guest experience, and logistics all depend on understanding the local event landscape. A Table Affair works with clients throughout Columbus and Central Ohio to bring those pieces together into thoughtful, well-organized events.

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Event Planning Services

Event Planning Services in Columbus, Ohio

From corporate gatherings and executive retreats to weddings and intimate celebrations, we offer full-service event planning tailored to your goals, guest experience, and budget.

Corporate

Corporate Event Planning

Thoughtfully planned corporate events that bring teams, clients, and brands together. We coordinate the venue, vendors, logistics, and event-day details from start to finish.

$3,000

  • Company socials
  • Leadership retreats
  • Holiday parties
  • Brand events
  • Executive dinners

Private Events

Private & Boutique Events

Celebrate life’s milestones with an event designed around you. From intimate dinners to showers, birthdays, and special occasions, we handle the details that bring everything together.

$750

  • Bridal showers & baby showers
  • Birthday and graduation parties
  • Proposals & bachelorette parties
  • Dinner parties

Weddings

Columbus Wedding Planning

$3,000

From your first planning decisions to your final send-off, our Columbus wedding planning team helps manage venues, vendors, timelines, and the details that bring your celebration together. We guide the process from beginning to end so you can spend less time managing logistics and more time enjoying the experience.

*Additional staffing fees may apply

Event Support

On-Site Management Fees

0–30 guests Free
30–100 guests +$75/hr
100–200 guests +$150/hr
200+ guests +$300/hr

On-site management fees allow us to bring additional staff to support your event, helping create a seamless experience for both host and guests.

How We Plan Your Event

Our full-service planning process keeps your Columbus event organized from the initial conversation through the final event-day details.

01

Submit the Inquiry Form

Tell us about your event, your vision, and your goals through our online inquiry form.

02

Discovery Call

We'll schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss your event, budget, and planning needs.

03

Reserve Your Date

Sign your service agreement and submit a 75% deposit to officially reserve your event.

04

Venue Selection

We'll research and present venue options that align with your vision, guest count, and budget.

05

Vendor Selection

We'll source, communicate with, and negotiate with trusted vendors for every aspect of your event.

06

Invitations & RSVP Management

We'll help organize invitations and guest responses to keep everything on track.

07

Timeline Distribution

Every vendor receives a detailed timeline so everyone knows exactly where they need to be and when.

08

Final Contract Payments

We'll organize payment reminders so nothing is overlooked before your event day.

*These services are included with Full-Service Event Planning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about our event planning services in Columbus, Central Ohio, and beyond.

What does full-service event planning include?
From the first conversation through the final guest departure, we coordinate the details so you can enjoy your event. Services can include venue sourcing, vendor recommendations, contract review, timeline creation, design guidance, budget management, guest experience planning, and day-of coordination.
Do you offer on-site event management?
Yes. Our on-site support add-on allows our team to manage vendors, oversee setup, keep the timeline on schedule, direct guest flow, answer questions, troubleshoot unexpected issues, and ensure everything runs seamlessly so you can focus on your guests.
Do you have an in-house photographer?
Yes. Professional photography can be added to your planning package. Whether you're hosting a corporate event, executive dinner, leadership retreat, or boutique celebration, we can provide cohesive event coverage without the need to source another vendor.
Can you help us choose a venue?
Absolutely. We research venues based on your guest count, budget, location, and event goals. We compare availability, amenities, contracts, and logistics so you can confidently choose the right space.
Do I have to use your preferred vendors?
Not at all. You're welcome to work with vendors you've already selected, or we can recommend trusted professionals we've enjoyed working with. We're happy to coordinate with either.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend reaching out as early as possible, especially for corporate events and busy seasons. However, if your event is coming up quickly, contact us—we're always happy to see if we can help.
Do you travel?
Yes. While we primarily serve Central Ohio, travel can be arranged for destination events, off-site retreats, and celebrations outside our standard service area.
Do you plan events throughout Columbus, Ohio?
Yes. A Table Affair is based in Columbus and serves clients throughout Columbus and Central Ohio. We plan corporate events, private celebrations, weddings, retreats, and other special events throughout the region. Travel can also be arranged for events outside our standard service area.
What types of corporate events do you plan in Columbus?
We plan company celebrations, executive dinners, leadership retreats, holiday parties, client events, networking events, and brand experiences. Our team can assist with venue sourcing, vendor coordination, timelines, contracts, guest experience, and on-site event management.

Start Planning Your Columbus Event

Great events begin with thoughtful planning. Whether you are bringing colleagues together, planning a corporate retreat, celebrating a milestone, or preparing for your wedding day, A Table Affair can help bring the details together. Tell us about your event, your vision, and what you are hoping to create. We will start with a complimentary discovery call to learn more about your plans and discuss how we can help.

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