Creating unforgettable moments with flawless event planning and execution.
Liven It Up Events is a premier wedding and event planning company based in Chicago, dedicated to turning your vision into reality with seamless, stress-free coordination. Led by experienced planners like Lindsay Gaeta, Kim Weinberg, and Liz Kreigshaber, we specialize in weddings and special events, offering personalized attention, industry expertise, and meticulous detail management. Our team ensures every moment is beautifully executed, allowing you to relax and enjoy your special day. Trust us to handle the logistics, vendor coordination, and creative touches for an unforgettable experience.
Comprehensive planning from concept to execution, including vendor coordination, timeline management, and day-of coordination for a seamless wedding.
Creative design services to bring your vision to life with personalized themes, decor, and floral arrangements for weddings and special events.
Expert selection and coordination of trusted vendors, with contract review and negotiation to ensure quality and value.
On-site management on the event day to handle logistics, troubleshoot issues, and ensure everything runs smoothly so you can relax.
Tailored planning services to fit your needs, whether partial planning, month-of coordination, or full-service event management.
I am struggling to put into words how to thank Lindsay Gaeta and her team and acknowledge every single detail she knocked out of the park and executed on our wedding day! Throughout the planning process there were so many little behind the scenes details she saved me time on which I am so appreciative! I will miss seeing her monthly on our planning calls! I don’t plan to get married again anytime soon 😂 but I do hope our paths cross again! I am speechless about her help from the rehearsal to the very last minute of shutting down the after party!! The top 3 highlights that people mentioned to me on the wedding day were 1. Dad’s speech, 2. Florals, 3. How hard she HUSTLED!!! My bridesmaids and close family constantly approached me on the wedding day with sentiments of “wow, she’s good!!” She exceeded our expectations and anticipated our every move! I have close family in the hospitality business (who are the harshest critics about everything in the event planning world) and were over the top satisfied with her commitment and follow through to make the day as seamless as possible! I am sure there were many hiccups that day that were not brought to my attention and for that, I give Lindsay full credit! I was able to relax, be present and have a B+ personality that evening instead of my typical A- for all things attention to detail! I felt completely comfortable ‘handing Lindsay the reigns’ and entrusting she would handle everything as necessary, which she did!!!
We are beyond grateful for Kim Weinberg of LivenUp Events! From the very beginning, Kim was the ultimate professional, so patient, kind, and supportive, even when I, as the bride, was feeling overwhelmed. She has this incredible ability to stay calm, cool, and collected no matter what comes her way, always finding solutions effortlessly and proactively preventing issues before they even arise. Her industry knowledge is unparalleled, and her planning experience truly shines through in every detail. From her amazing vendor connections to her creative, thoughtful ideas, Kim went above and beyond to make our wedding not just beautiful, but absolutely seamless. She kept us organized, on track, and stress-free throughout the entire process. But what really sets Kim apart is her heart. She genuinely cares about her couples, listens with empathy, and makes you feel supported every step of the way. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding planner. She is a true gem, and we feel so lucky to have had her by our side. Kim Weinberg didn’t just plan our wedding; she made our dream day a reality, and we will be forever grateful.
If you want a flawless wedding, Liz Kreigshaber makes it happen! When we knew our daughter was going to get engaged, it was time to find a wedding consultant. We have been to many spectacular weddings and had several recommendations. I watched and observed planners who came off overly aggressive and bossy and some who were underwhelming. I interviewed several and in the first five minutes of speaking with Liz, I knew she was our person. Between my daughter and me, Liz balanced our gazillion e-mails, listened attentively and translated all of our big opinions into a production that was beyond our wildest dreams. Liz is meticulous and the vendors know she is all business. As result, we never felt we were getting taken advantage of. She read contracts as though she were a lawyer, and negotiated on our behalf brilliantly. Many of our guests have asked for her contact information and we look forward to attending many more of her events.
Lindsay was our rock throughout the entire wedding planning process. She went above and beyond to make everything feel easy and stress-free, and always handled our many ideas, opinions, and changing visions with so much patience and calmness. She was so easy to reach at any point when we needed her. On the wedding day, she brought this incredible sense of calm and reassurance that allowed me to fully relax and be present. I knew I didn't have to worry about anything since we had Lindsay. Our dream wedding came to life even more beautifully than we could have imagined. We are SO grateful for her and can’t recommend her enough!
We had the absolute pleasure of working with Lindsay from Liven It Up Events for Izabela and Ted's stunning wedding at Trump Tower, and we can't say enough good things! From start to finish, Lindsay was incredibly organized, communicative, and helpful in every way. She made the entire planning process feel seamless and handled everything behind the scenes so the couple could be fully present on their big day. Her calm presence, attention to detail, and clear communication were a dream for us as vendors, and it truly showed in how smoothly the day unfolded. Lindsay, thank you for being such a pro! We can’t wait to work with you again. IG: LaurenAshleyStudios
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