aRay of Events

aRay of Events is a wedding and event planner in Washington, MO. The business specializes in creating weddings and managing events for couples in and around the greater St. Louis area, with additional services for destination weddings. Services include full-service wedding planning, day-of management, design, and decorating. The team curates events by bringing client visions to life, allowing couples to enjoy their wedding day. The business is currently booking weddings for 2026 and 2027. It holds a rating of 4.90 based on customer reviews.

The company offers distinct collections for different levels of involvement. The Day of Coordinator collection manages the wedding day from the start of bridal makeup and hair to the final dances, handling venue and vendor contact, timelines, problem-solving, and set up and clean up. The Management Collection, often called Day of Coordination, involves pre-wedding tasks such as initial meetings, collecting vendor information, drafting master timelines, providing professional recommendations, and monthly checklists for bookings made more than six months out. This collection also includes creating design layouts for decor, managing rentals, and running ceremony rehearsals. On the wedding day, a minimum of two coordinators are present to ensure the event runs smoothly. The team includes Shauna Ray Jackson, the owner and wedding planner, who earned a Bachelor's in Elementary and Special Education in 2015 and a Master's in Administration in 2017. She started the business in 2021 and is a Wedding MBA Elite Level Certified Wedding Planner. Other team members include Austin Jackson, an officiant and event coordinator; Courtney, a wedding planner who became a professional coordinator in September 2020; and Meghan, a wedding planner and decorating enthusiast. The business manages over 70 events a year.

aRay of Events is located at 461 Hwy M #251 in Washington, MO.

The business is known for its positive customer rating and its specialized approach to wedding planning and management in the St. Louis region.