AK Events

04/11/2026

Client meeting on a Saturday morning calls for hydration and caffeination!

Branded and sharp with my Owalas from Luma Crafted

04/03/2026

If there’s one thing I see at every event—weddings, grad parties, Chamber events—it’s a line at the photobooth.

And once people start? Game over. Chaos. Laughter. Zero regrets.

Photog Entertainment brings the kind of energy that makes even the “I don’t like pictures” people jump in… and suddenly you’ve got photos with guests you didn’t even get a chance to talk to.

✨ Custom props
✨ All the photos (yes, ALL of them)
✨ And someone who will absolutely make a fool of herself to get you comfortable

Honestly? Worth it.

🔗 Read this month’s Auntie Approved Vendor feature: https://www.akevents-wi.com/post/auntie-approved-vendor-spotlight-photog-entertainment

03/23/2026

You won't regret this option!

Attention Procrastinators… yeah, YOU 👀

If booking graduation party catering is still sitting on your “I’ll get to it later” list… congratulations, you’re officially in the danger zone.

Pretty soon your options are gonna be:
❌ Gas station hot dogs
❌ That one cousin with a crockpot
❌ Or… shudders… some bland corporate catering that tastes like it came with a side of paperwork

OR…

🔥 You can call Minnesota Frost & Flame BBQ and actually win this thing.

We’re talking:
✔ Real smoked BBQ
✔ Food people will actually remember
✔ Guests asking “who made this?!” all night

Let’s be honest…
Your grad deserves a great party… but we’re aiming to be the second most talked about thing there 😎

👉 Shoot us a message with “GRAD PARTY” and we’ll hook you up with something way better than the boring options.

Stop procrastinating.
Start planning.
Let’s bring the smoke. 🔥

03/16/2026

Well… here’s an update!

A little while back I shared that AK Events had been nominated for Best Wedding Planner/Coordinator in the 2026 Best of St. Croix Valley awards through St. Croix Valley Magazine.

Thanks to your support, AK Events is now a Top 3 Finalist.
There were a lot of incredible people nominated in this category — including some planners I’ve had the chance to work with who are absolutely amazing at what they do. Being included among them is truly an honor.

To everyone who voted and supported AK Events… thank you. I appreciate it more than you know.
Now we wait to see what happens when the winners are announced in June!

Either way, I’m incredibly grateful to be part of such a talented event community here in the St. Croix Valley.

03/04/2026

Auntie Approved Vendor Spotlight: Banners by Tacia ✨

Signage isn’t just decoration — it sets the tone.

From grad parties to benefits to corporate events, I’ve seen firsthand how the right banner can completely shift the energy of a space.

March’s Auntie Approved feature is all about thoughtful, on-trend signage that actually delivers what it promises (mock-ups that match the final product? Yes please).

Read the full spotlight here 👇
https://www.akevents-wi.com/post/ak-events-auntie-approved-vendor-spotlight-banners-by-tacia

02/27/2026

Well… this one caught me off guard.

I was recently written in for Best Wedding Planner/Coordinator in St. Croix Valley Magazine’s Best Of 2026.

Written in. As in… someone took the time to type my name.

If you’ve ever trusted me with your timeline, your vendor wrangling, your last-minute boutonniere emergency, your “please tell me this will be okay” texts… just know this means more than I can explain.

Voting closes tomorrow.
If you feel AK Events has earned your vote, I would be incredibly honored.

And if not? I’m still going to show up with the safety pins and snacks.

🔗 Vote here: https://stcroixvalleymag.com/vote-for-best-of-st-croix-valley-2026/ #/gallery?group=534403 (voting ends tomorrow)

From the bottom of my slightly emotional, very organized heart… thank you. 🤍

Welcome, Readers, to our Best of St. Croix Valley 2026 readers’ choice poll, which celebrates life in and around our community and supports

02/21/2026

Is it even an Auntie Kailey Event if you're not auntie-ing?!

02/10/2026

🤠 Hold onto your hats… Best on the Range is coming down to the wire.

We’re down to the final days of voting, and let’s just say — some categories are WAY closer than you’d think 😬

A few races are separated by just a handful of votes, and everything could still change before the finish line.

👉 Haven’t voted yet? Now’s the time.
👉 Voted already? Make sure your coworkers, friends, and customers have too.

🗳️ Voting closes February 13
Don’t sit this one out — every vote actually matters.

🔗 Vote here: https://www.centralstcroixchamber.org/annual-awards-dinner

02/01/2026

Auntie Approved Vendor Spotlight: Blooms for Happiness 🌸

Florals don’t just decorate an event — they create the feeling.

Tiffany pours her whole heart into every arrangement, showing up early, thinking through every detail, and exceeding expectations every single time.

If you want florals that feel personal, intentional, and truly special — this is who I trust.

More Auntie Approved vendors coming soon 🤍

🔗 https://www.akevents-wi.com/post/ak-events-auntie-approved-vendor-spotlight-blooms-for-happiness

01/20/2026

Our communities show up when it matters—and Saturday is one of those moments.

Please consider joining us for a benefit supporting Somerset native, Dalton Lyons, who was injured in a work accident and is now facing months of recovery. The event includes raffles, prize drawings, and generous donations from local businesses, all with the goal of supporting Dalton and his family.

We’d love to see you at Bases Loaded Saloon from Noon-6PM. 💛

01/13/2026

Auntie Approved Vendor Spotlight: Croix Coffee Co. ☕
If an event starts before noon, coffee is not optional—it’s essential.

Croix Coffee Co. has earned my trust by showing up, thinking through the details, and making sure every guest (yes, even the decaf crowd) is taken care of.

From brunch showers to weddings to celebrations of life, this is the coffee I recommend when comfort and quality matter.

More Auntie Approved vendors coming soon 🤍
Read the blog here: https://www.akevents-wi.com/post/ak-events-auntie-approved-vendor-spotlight-croix-coffee-co