Intimate Events by Colleen

06/16/2026

Sending prayers from our family to all those affected by the tornadoes. I grew up in merrillville and my family is still there as well as friends. I pray all are safe

05/25/2026

05/05/2026

🌺🎉 Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Style with Intimate Events by Colleen 🎉🌺

Bring the vibrant spirit of Cinco de Mayo to your next gathering with elegance, color, and unforgettable charm. At Intimate Events by Colleen, we specialize in creating beautifully curated experiences that blend festive energy with a refined, professional touch.

From bold, colorful décor to thoughtfully designed details, every element is crafted to make your celebration stand out. Whether you're hosting a private party or a small corporate event, we turn moments into memories.

✨ Let us handle the details—so you can enjoy the celebration.
📅 Now booking for spring and summer events

02/16/2026

Don’t forget we are a certified wedding and event planner and all our prices are flat rates. If you need your dream wedding on a budget come talk to our CEO Colleen and get your free consultation.

Event planner specialing in Destination Weddings, party planning, in person and virtual planning.

05/22/2025

More than once I have been asked as an event planner for the past 20 years how do you plan a big event on a strict budge. Whether its a wedding, anniversary or corporate event we all have to adhere to budgets and if you aren't careful you always have an occasion to go over budget. Below is my 5 tips for event planning and staying on your budget:

5 Tips for Event Planning on a Budget:
1. Never rule out a venue even if you think its a "UGLY" venue. Any place with enough imagination has the opportunity to become your dream palace or venue. Especially if you are on a tight budget that ugly venue can become your Taj Mahal
2. Control the light. Controlling the lights can give your event ambiance. Whatever kind of event ambiance you want lights can up your "A" game.
3. Create Memorable Vignettes. In a rented space, you most likely can't paint, replace lighting, etc. Put your creative efforts into creating really memorable areas that the guests will adore. Let your creativity soar! Use vintage pieces for centerpieces, for backdrops, even as gifts for the guests. The more you put of yourself into the event the more amazing it is.
4. Gather a group of helpers. You know how they say it takes a village, well this is true in event planning. Grab yourself a varied group of helpers and you will be amazed at how your event comes out. We all have ideas and imagination and you can all put your spin on the event and trust me it will turn out better than you could dream
5. Remember what ultimately matters. Whether its a wedding, anniversary, corporate event or fundraising. What really matters in event planning is the purpose and people. At the end of the day the purpose of your event will shine through.

I firmly believe if you follow these tips and your budget you will have an event your guests will talk about for years to come.

01/31/2025

In consideration of the upcoming Valentine’s Day. We are offering a special discount on all parties booked for 2025. Just book before February 28th

01/01/2025

From our family to yours may you all have a very blessed safe and joyful 2025. Happy New Year 🎆🎊🎈

12/26/2024

Merry Christmas from my family to yours. May you all have a very blessed and joyful Christmas season

11/28/2024

From our family to yours hope everyone has a very blessed holiday.