Dhalia Events

Dhalia Events is a full-service wedding planning team based in the Hudson Valley, led by co-founders Melissa and Deliece. The team brings over 20 years of combined industry experience spanning multiple U.S. regions and global destinations. They specialize in producing highly personalized events of all scales, from intimate 20-person gatherings to 600+ person celebrations and built-from-scratch private estate weddings. The company's approach centers on authenticity and partnership. Co-founder Deliece brings 15 years of professional dance and choreography experience, contributing a distinctive creative vision for crafting memorable moments throughout events. Co-founder Melissa trained for over 9 years with Abigail & Kirsch, a prominent planning brand in the New York and Connecticut region, and brings corporate finance expertise to logistics and execution. Both founders hold MBA-level education and combine luxury brand industry experience with hands-on event production, including multi-day corporate conventions and retreats. Dhalia Events has earned Best of Weddings awards from 2020 through 2024 and Hall of Fame recognition. The team works with couples who value the planning journey as much as the final event, emphasizing professional service paired with approachable, fun interactions. They have planned events for corporate brands and social media influencers, though their primary focus remains private client celebrations.