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A beautifully decorated wedding reception setup with elegant floral arrangements and warm lighting, perfect for a Winnipeg wedding event.

Named one of the Top 3 Wedding Planners in Winnipeg, Melanie Parent Events is a trusted leader in the industry.

With a proven track record of executing weddings and events with budgets ranging from $25,000 to over $200,000, and more than 130 five-star Google reviews, Melanie and her team bring unparalleled expertise, creativity, and professionalism to every event.

Constantly evolving and expanding her skills, Melanie remains dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions. If you’re ready to elevate your event with expert guidance, get in touch to see how Melanie can help bring your vision to life.

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Elegant wedding welcome sign with "Welcome to our wedding" in stylish script font, serving as a beautiful backdrop for outdoor wedding decor in Winnipeg.

Romance at Lilystone Gardens I don’t even know where to begin when it comes to this gorgeous styled shoot at Lilystone Gardens…. The romantic, bright and airy, floral garden vibe was almost too much to handle. These photos speak for themselves, Aime DeLalonde Photography captured my vision through and through. Designing and executing this styled […]

Vibrant outdoor wedding reception under a large white tent with elegantly dressed guests, set in a lush green garden for a scenic Manitoba celebration.

Tips for the Coveted Tent Wedding Ahhh the beautiful backyard tent wedding, so much easier and more cost effective… *record scratch* This is a common misconception about tent weddings because in reality they are MUCH harder to execute and there are so many extra details that need to be considered. But don’t worry we are […]

Elegant outdoor wedding reception setup in a large white tent surrounded by lush trees in Winnipeg. Perfect for hosting memorable events with beautiful natural scenery.

Top 10 Winnipeg Manitoba Tent Rentals These are our top 10 Winnipeg Manitoba tent rentals options to assist you in executing the perfect tent wedding. With a variety of tent sizes and styles, we are certain one of these companies will be right for you. Ozanna Event Rentals D&M Rentals ImporTENT Event Rentals Flatland Equipment […]

Elegant outdoor event tent setup in a lush green garden with guests mingling, perfect for weddings and special celebrations in Winnipeg.

Top 10 Winnipeg Manitoba Tent Rentals These are our top 10 Winnipeg Manitoba tent rentals options to assist you in executing the perfect tent wedding. With a variety of tent sizes and styles, we are certain one of these companies will be right for you. Ozanna Event Rentals D&M Rentals ImporTENT Event Rentals Flatland Equipment […]

Elegant bride dancing at outdoor wedding reception with live band, guests celebrating, and joyful atmosphere at Melanie Parent Events in Winnipeg.

Tips For Your Big Celebration- Your Wedding Reception You’ve made it through getting ready, your ceremony, photos, your cocktail hour and now it is time for the big party…your wedding reception! Let’s break down some of our top wedding reception tips to handle all of the practical elements of your big celebration! It can take […]

Beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony with bride and groom exchanging vows surrounded by bridal party and guests in a lush garden setting. Elegant floral decor with autumn foliage enhances the special moment.

The Timing of Your “I Do” You’re ready to say “I Do”, but first you must think about your wedding ceremony timing. What is the optimal ceremony start time? How long should your ceremony be? What all needs to be included in your ceremony? Let’s break down some of the best tips we have for […]

Elegant outdoor wedding reception with guests socializing under large leafy trees at Melanie Parent Events in Winnipeg.

Tips For A Successful Cocktail Hour Cocktail hour doesn’t have to be that dreaded time between your ceremony and reception where guests feel like they are just waiting around for things to be set up. It is more than just layover time for your guests, you can make it a fun transitional experience! Here are […]

Elegant modern chapel setup with floral arrangements, wooden furnishings, and a cross at the altar, perfect for weddings and religious ceremonies. Bright natural light enhances the serene atmosphere.

Winter Wedding at Fort Garry Hotel After being postponed due to the pandemic, we planned a perfect Winnipeg hotel wedding for Jenna & Nealon at the Fort Garry Hotel! They were Full Planning clients, so we handled all the planning, vendor sourcing, design, and more for their big day! We absolutely loved how all the […]

Vintage cream-colored car parked on city sidewalk with a bride in a white wedding gown and veil standing next to it, outdoor urban scene, elegant wedding transportation shot.

Moody Fall Wedding at Fort Garry Hotel Stephanie & Andrew were style and design clients and we couldn’t be happier with the results of their moody wedding at Fort Garry Hotel! It was a beautiful fall day, which really fit the vibe for their elegant wedding! The couple fell in love with the work of […]

Elegant bride and groom holding hands in a scenic outdoor setting, celebrating their wedding day in a lush, green landscape with vibrant foliage and natural sunlight.

Dreamy Manitoba Private Property Wedding Elizabeth and Kevin were clients who were set to get married during the Covid pandemic. They had a venue picked out, but due to the restrictions, they had to change the plans completely and that is when we really took over (and it almost became a Full Plan because we […]