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7500 University Ave Suite G
Clive, IA 50325
515-266-1355
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We absolutely adored our Complete Events team, and I already recommended your team to my sister getting married next year. Our Photobooth was incredibly cute, and we loved how seamless it was for guests to interact. I wish some of the props were we more wedding related, but maybe I just missed them. The photo book after the wedding was so cute to look through! However, the pen used for it smeared on almost every page. Maybe worth looking into a different brand of pen so it doesn’t print into opposite pages. Our DJ kept our dance floor full and lovely the entire night. We had a detailed, almost hour long phone consultation with him about how we didn’t want to have basic music and wedding hits at the wedding. My fiance and I even took the liberty of creating playlists for each and every section of the night to ensure that our favorite songs would make an appearance. However, when the dancing began he missed quite a few of our personal selections in favor of songs that he played at every standard wedding. We didn’t get any KPop songs, no Glee, no EDM, etc. While the dance floor stayed popping the whole night, which was the most important, we were a little disappointed to have not had our favorites played after we took so much time and care to set him up for success. Our day of Coordinator, Katie, was the standout of the day. She handled absolutely everything day of on our behalf, and made sure that our venue was set up exactly the way that we wanted it to be. In the weeks leading up to wedding, she was so helpful in getting our priorities straight, wrangling our vendor contacts (no easy feat given Stuart), and keeping us sane. We had quite a few snafoos on wedding day, from the venue setting up the floor plan wrong, to needing to reorder dessert, to a bridesmaid getting food poisoning, but Katie remained calm, and handled everything. Seriously, give this girl a raise.
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
March 30, 2026
Hi Elizabeth, Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful review—it truly means a lot to me and our entire team. I’m especially grateful that you took the time to share both the highlights *and* your constructive feedback. That kind of insight is exactly what helps us continue to grow and improve. I’m so happy to hear how much you loved your overall team, and it means the world that you’ve already recommended us to your sister—what an honor Your kind words about Katie absolutely made my day. She really does have a gift for staying calm under pressure and taking care of every detail, and I’ll be sure to pass along your message (and your suggestion). We’re so lucky to have her on our team! Regarding the DJ experience, I completely understand your disappointment, especially after the time and care you put into curating your playlists. I did take the time to review the song log from your event—our system actually time-stamps each song played throughout the night—and I can confirm that several of your requested songs were included. That said, it’s very possible that those moments happened while you were connecting with guests or away from the dance floor, and I can absolutely appreciate how that would still feel like they were missed. Your feedback is important, and we’ll continue working with our DJs to strike that perfect balance between personal requests and reading the crowd. Thank you as well for your notes on the photo booth. I’m so glad you loved the experience overall (and that photo book—such a fun keepsake!). I do appreciate you mentioning the pens—this is actually the first time I’m hearing that feedback, and it’s incredibly helpful. We’ll definitely be looking into alternative options to ensure a better experience moving forward. I also appreciate your note about props and will share that with our team as we continue to refresh and improve our selections. Elizabeth, thank you again for trusting us with such an important day. It was truly a joy to be part of your celebration, and we’re so grateful for your kind words, honesty, and support. Wishing you and your husband a lifetime of love and happiness Warmly, Sue & the Complete Weddings + Events Team

Jeremy was an amazing DJ and emcee! He really calmed my wife and me down when we were stressed about everything working right. He was flexible with specific song requests, he moved the crowd along smoothly after the ceremony and in the reception, and kept our dancing crowd happy. Such a sweet guy and a real pleasure to work with.
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
March 04, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Jeremy made such a positive impact on your wedding day. Helping couples feel calm, supported, and able to truly enjoy their celebration is exactly what our team strives for. We’re so glad he was able to accommodate your song requests and keep the energy going throughout the night. Thank you again for trusting Complete Weddings + Events to be part of your special day. We wish you and your wife a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and plenty of great music!

We loved Haley!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
March 04, 2026
Thank you for the 10/10 review! We’re so happy to hear how much you loved working with Haley. She has such a wonderful way of making people feel comfortable while capturing those genuine, meaningful moments throughout the event. We’re thrilled she was part of your celebration and helped document such special memories.

Darcy stepped in very last minute after another dj was sick. He did such an amazing job and was always checking to make sure that everything was okay and what could be done. I don’t think our day could’ve gone better!!!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
March 04, 2026
Mikeely, We're so happy to hear that the transition to Darcy as your DJ was seamless, and he provided you with amazing service. We pride ourselves on having a backup plan in place in the event of emergencies such as these! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness. [email protected]

Very great experience!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
March 04, 2026
Thank you so much for the 10/10 review! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your rating. We’re so glad that DJ Philip and Photo Booth Attendant Peytin were part of your celebration. They both love bringing energy, fun, and memorable moments to the wedding day, and we’re thrilled they could help make your event special. Thank you for choosing Complete Weddings + Events to celebrate with you. We wish you both a lifetime of happiness together!

The team at Complete Weddings and Events was very attentive and helpful with the services they provided. It was also nice to be able to bundle some of the vendors we were going to work with, to have a few less contacts to keep track of.
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
March 04, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re so happy to hear that you had a great experience with the Complete Weddings + Events team. One of the things couples often appreciate most is being able to bundle services and simplify the planning process, so we’re glad that helped make things easier for you. Our goal is always to provide attentive service and help keep everything organized so you can focus on enjoying your wedding journey. Thank you for trusting our team to be part of your special day. We wish you both all the best in this exciting new chapter together!

I brought a coordinator in for day of assistance. My needs and expectations were low and really only wanted back-up for day of. I was wrong. Kim was more involved than I expected. We had several meetings prior to the wedding, she was in contact with our vendors and even came to the rehearsal which I was not expecting. At the wedding, she was asked to take care of a delicate matter and did so with compassion and tact. At the reception she was very assistive communicating with vendors especially the DJ. Later in the reception, when needs were low, she went to the dining room and boxed up my decor and centerpieces. This saved us so much time at the end when we were ready to leave. That was unexpected and much appreciated.
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
March 04, 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear that Kim was able to provide more support than you expected and help make your day run smoothly. Our coordinators truly care about making the wedding day stress-free so you can focus on enjoying every moment. It’s wonderful to hear how Kim helped behind the scenes — from connecting with your vendors and attending the rehearsal to handling sensitive situations with compassion and making sure everything wrapped up smoothly at the end of the night. Those little details can make such a big difference, and we’re thrilled she was able to take that extra stress off your shoulders. Thank you for trusting Complete Weddings + Events to be part of your special day. We wish you both a lifetime of happiness together!

Very attentive to our needs! This team shows up strong every time. We love Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines!

Our DJ, Cody was fantastic to work with! He kept the party going and everyone had rave reviews of “most fun wedding they’ve been to!” We had the best time and could not recommend the Complete team enough!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
December 26, 2025
Morgan, thank you so much for sharing this amazing review! You’re so glad to hear that Cody kept the party going and helped make your wedding one that your guests are still raving about as “the most fun wedding they’ve been to.” Knowing you had the best time truly means everything to you and the entire Complete Weddings + Events team. Thank you for trusting you big day to us and for the heartfelt recommendation — it was an honor to be part of your celebration!

The group we had working with us were so nice & fun. The communication leading up to the wedding was great. They made us feel so comfortable during the picture & video process!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
December 26, 2025
Thank you so much, Shelbie! We’re so glad to hear that our team made the entire experience—from planning to photos and video—feel comfortable, fun, and stress-free. Great communication and a relaxed atmosphere are so important on a wedding day, and it means a lot to know you felt supported every step of the way. We loved being part of your celebration!

Cici was absolutely phenomenal!! I would recommend her and the company over and over again!!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
December 26, 2025
Thank you so much, Heaven! We’re thrilled to hear how phenomenal Cici was—she truly goes above and beyond for every celebration. Your recommendation means the world to both her and our entire team. We’re so grateful you chose us and loved being part of your special day!

Hope did a great job making us feel comfortable for our engagement photo session, as we had no clue what we were doing! I look forward to see the pictures!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
December 26, 2025
Thank you so much, Vikki! We’re so happy to hear that Hope made your engagement session feel comfortable and easy—especially when you weren’t quite sure what to expect. That’s exactly what she does best! We can’t wait for you to see your photos and relive those special moments all over again.

We really enjoyed our DJ Cole he made our reception very fun and special!!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
December 26, 2025
Thank you so much, Danielle! We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed working with DJ Cole. He truly loves creating fun, memorable receptions, and it means so much to know he helped make your celebration feel special. We’re honored to have been part of your big day and wish you both a lifetime of love and happiness!!

The entire comolete weddings team was more helpful than I could've ever imagined. From our DJ, to Jess, everything went smooth because of them. Jess helped set our cake up because we had no wedding planner and were needing help with. The small things do add up and this company knows that. They will take care of you in any way they can, even past being a DJ or what services you purchase. I can't say thank you enough!!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
October 24, 2025
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that everything went smoothly and that our team — especially Kim — was able to step in and help wherever needed. You’re absolutely right, it’s the little things that make a big difference, and we’re thrilled we could be part of making your day special. Thank you for trusting us with such an important celebration — we’re sending you both our best wishes for a lifetime of love and happiness! 💕🎶🍰 – Sue & the Complete Weddings + Events Team

We had our wedding and ceremony separated into 2 days. Kim was an excellent coordinator in understanding our needs and wants for a photographer and dj. Megan, our photographer, was amazing! The photos she was able to capture before, during and after our ceremony are truly breathtaking. Chandler, our dj, was also amazing! He kept the party alive and rolled with several timeline changes (sorry about that). I would highly recommend Complete Weddings + Events to everyone as everyone involved with our special day truly made it special. And yes, you can share our day on your socials, we'd be honored
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
October 24, 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re beyond grateful that you chose Complete Weddings + Events to be part of your celebration — both days of it! Kim, Megan, and Chandler will be so happy to hear your kind words. It’s wonderful to know that the photos, music, and coordination all came together to make your day truly special. Thank you, too, for allowing us to share your beautiful moments — we’re honored! Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. 💕🎶📸 – Sue & the Complete Weddings + Events Team

Ishmael and Ari were both amazing! They were essential in helping our night be the best it could be. They also were able to accommodate any of our requests. Thank you so much!! 😊
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
October 24, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Ishmael and Ari helped make your night everything you hoped for. Our team always aims to go above and beyond, and it’s wonderful to know they made such a positive impact on your celebration. Wishing you all the best as you start this exciting new chapter together! 🎉💍 – Sue & the Complete Weddings + Events Team

Complete Weddings + Events was absoultely fantastic! The led us through every step which was great because we had no idea what we were doing. The companies breakdown of songs, wedding day timelines, and picture requests where very easy to follow and set up via the the website. They are very reasonably priced. Both the DJ and photographer were just amazing and made our day extra special. Everyone was great to work with! I would recommend these services tenfold!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
October 24, 2025
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience from start to finish. Our team works hard to make planning easy and stress-free, and it’s amazing to know our DJ and photographer helped make your day extra special. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation — wishing you both all the happiness in the world! 💕🎶📸 – Sue & the Complete Weddings + Events Team

Drew the photographer (He said to call him Drew for short) was amazing in every way! He was incredibly kind and was so excited for some of the shots that he got of the dogs that he had to show them off immediately. His photos turned out so beautifully and he got them back to us incredibly quickly!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
October 24, 2025
Thank you so much for sharing this! We’re so happy to hear how much you loved working with Drew — he’s truly passionate about capturing every special moment (especially when adorable dogs are involved 🐾📸). We’re thrilled you love your photos and that he was able to get them back to you so quickly. Wishing you all the best and plenty more picture-perfect moments ahead! 💕 – Sue & the Complete Weddings + Events Team

The DJ Andy was the best DJ we could have asked for! As the bride, I needed to switch around the reception timeline and he was so flexible and willing to work with us when he easily could have told us we needed to stick to the schedule or given us attitude. He was able to keep a smile and made it the most memorable night of our lives!!!! Also the photographer Hope was amazing and so was her trainee Jake! I literally cannot wait to see these photos! She let me pick some picture ideas and was so go with the flow as well! Both of these people went above and beyond what they needed to do and they did it with a huge smile on their face! I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to help make my day amazing! Thank you tons!
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
October 24, 2025
Wow — thank you so much for this incredible review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear how much you loved working with Andy, Hope, and Jake. Flexibility, positivity, and teamwork are exactly what we strive for, and it sounds like they helped make your day everything you dreamed of (and more!). We can’t wait for you to see your photos and relive all those special moments. Wishing you a lifetime of love, laughter, and happy memories! 💕📸🎶 – Sue & the Complete Weddings + Events Team

Both the DJ and Photographer were amazing and very flexible. Anytime we had a shift in schedule or added something at the last minute, they were very polite and willing to add it in. This made our day smoother and enabled us to focus on other things.
Response From Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
October 24, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that both your DJ and photographer helped make your day run smoothly. Flexibility and great communication are such big parts of what we strive for, and it’s so nice to know their teamwork allowed you to relax and enjoy the moment. Wishing you both all the best in this exciting new chapter! 💕📸🎶 – Sue & the Complete Weddings + Events Team