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With a career spanning continents and a portfolio that includes some of the most opulent celebrations worldwide, Vida Events brings a fresh perspective to couples seeking unparalleled wedding experiences in the Columbus area and beyond.
Recently, we chatted with Megan Lentz, owner and creative force behind Vida Events planning and design firm rooted in the art of intentional celebrations, where every choice, detail, and moment is thoughtfully curated to feel deeply personal. Her philosophy, and the artistry that sets her work apart. What emerged was a refreshing perspective on wedding planning: one that pairs hospitality with storytelling, and logistics with emotion, creating celebrations that feel effortless, elevated, and authentically reflective of each couple.
Creative Visionary In Columbus and Beyond
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Known for producing celebrations that feel both modern and timeless, Vida Events has developed a reputation for crafting experiences that unfold with intention.
Her approach aligns seamlessly with what many couples are seeking: elevated design, concierge-level guidance, and weddings that feel like a story, not a production.
What Sets Vida Events Apart
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When asked what differentiates Vida Events from other planning firms in the area, Megan says,
“We approach every wedding with the mindset of intentional artistry,” she says. “We’re not just planning timelines and logistics. We’re curating an experience that feels effortless, elevated, and deeply personal.”
It’s a philosophy that permeates every phase of her process. Instead of viewing planning as a series of tasks, Vida Events treats each celebration as a creative collaboration—one grounded in listening, understanding, and translating emotion into design.
“Our process blends design, storytelling, and hospitality,” Megan explains. “From the first conversation to the final toast, we ensure every moment feels cohesive, calm, and beautifully orchestrated.”
This holistic, narrative-driven approach is at the heart of why couples are drawn to Vida Events. Their weddings aren’t defined by trends, but by feeling,and that feeling lingers long after the last guest heads home.
The Overlooked Detail That Changes Everything
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While couples often focus on décor, florals, or attire, Megan believes two quieter details have a profound impact on the overall guest experience: lighting and timing.
“The way your space feels,both visually and emotionally, can completely shift depending on how light moves through it and how your timeline complements that,” she explains.
It’s knowledge that comes from years of observing how weddings unfold in real time. The golden warmth bathing guests during cocktail hour. The soft glow of candles that takes over a ballroom once the sun sets. The way natural light transforms a ceremony space at a certain hour.
“Whether it’s the golden glow during cocktail hour or how candlelight fills a ballroom after sunset, we guide our couples to think intentionally about the natural rhythm of the day,” Megan says. “That awareness transforms the guest experience and enhances every design element.”
It’s a reminder that weddings are living, breathing events. When couples understand how light and time shape emotion, they create a celebration that feels immersive and intuitive,not rushed or disjointed.
A Question Couples Don’t Expect
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While most planners ask about color palettes, venue preferences, and design inspiration, Megan always introduces a more introspective question early in the process:
“How do you want your wedding to feel, not just look?”
“That answer reveals so much,” she says. “Whether they describe cozy, vibrant, serene, or chic, that emotional language becomes our design compass.”
This opens the door to an entirely different level of personalization. Instead of building a day around current trends, Vida Events builds it around energy, what the couple wants themselves and their guests to experience
Vida Events elevates personalization by focusing on the desired energy and experience for the couple and their guests, rather than adhering to fleeting trends. This approach allows for a truly unique and deeply personal celebration.
“It allows us to create spaces and moments that truly mirror their energy,” Megan adds. “Not just their Pinterest board.”
It’s this emotional intelligence that gives Vida weddings their signature depth and character.
Translating Inspiration Into Tangible Design
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Every couple arrives with a vision,sometimes fully formed, sometimes simply a spark. Megan’s expertise lies in uncovering that spark and transforming it into an atmosphere that feels both cohesive and intentional.
“It starts with listening,really listening,” she emphasizes. “We take time to understand how they live, what environments inspire them, and what stories they want to tell through their celebration.”
From there, she translates that inspiration into a curated design narrative. She weaves together texture, color, flow, and sensory details that speak to who the couple is,not who the internet says they should be.
“It’s never about replicating a trend,” Megan says. “It’s about crafting an experience that feels unmistakably them, with our signature Vida Events touch of artistry and ease.”
This ability to marry aesthetics with authenticity is what gives Vida Events its distinctive style: refined but warm, editorial but personal, artistic yet grounded in hospitality.
The Vida Events Touch
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What couples appreciate most about Megan is the sense of calm confidence she brings to the planning journey. Her approach blends creativity with organization, intuition with professionalism.
Vida Events doesn’t just design beautiful weddings, they create experiences that feel natural, welcoming, and emotionally resonant. Every interaction, decision, and design detail is infused with intention.
It’s the difference between having a wedding that is simply well-executed and one that feels like stepping into a world designed just for you.
Looking Ahead
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The future feels bright for couples seeking elevated, personalized celebrations. Her philosophy of intentional artistry is already resonating with local vendors, venues, and brides who want their wedding to feel meaningful—not just visually stunning.
Whether couples are dreaming of an intimate gathering or a full-scale editorial-worthy celebration, Vida Events is poised to bring a new level of design, storytelling, and hospitality to the local wedding scene.
As Megan puts it, “When a couple trusts us with their story, we honor that by creating something thoughtful, cohesive, and beautifully orchestrated. That’s what intentional celebration is all about.”
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