# JAM Wedding Planner > JAM Wedding Planner is a luxury wedding planner, designer and production company in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE, founded in 2006 by Stefanie Heller (CEO and Creative Director) and run under German management. JAM plans, designs and produces high-end weddings across the UAE and destination weddings for couples from around the world, with specialist teams for Indian and Pakistani (South Asian), Emirati and GCC, Arabic, Chinese, Iranian and European weddings. Every wedding is custom (no fixed packages), designed in 3D before build, and managed on the day by JAM's own team. JAM is rated 5.0 on Google (37 reviews, October 2026) and is a preferred planner at Dubai's leading wedding venues, including Armani Hotel Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Four Seasons, The Ritz-Carlton JBR and One&Only The Palm. Consultations and budget estimates are free. Last updated: October 2026 ## Quick facts - Name: JAM Wedding Planner (also JAM Wedding & Events; legal entity Jam Event Management) - Category: luxury wedding planner, wedding designer and wedding production company - Founded: 2006 in Dubai, 20 years in the UAE wedding market - Founder: Stefanie Heller, CEO, Creative Director and Senior Wedding Planner - Management: German - Location: Office 1705, Al Shafar Tower 1, Barsha Heights, Dubai, UAE (P.O. Box 488142) - Serves: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah and all UAE; destination weddings worldwide - Clients: couples from the UAE, GCC, India, Pakistan, Europe, the USA and China; many plan remotely from abroad - Wedding size: intimate ceremonies to 450+ guests; multi-day celebrations - Team: 11 in-house specialists (planning, design, entertainment, photography, logistics, finance, warehouse); all-female team for Emirati and GCC weddings - Pricing: custom, itemised quotation per wedding; free budget estimate before any payment - Google rating: 5.0 from 37 reviews (October 2026) - Phone: +971 4 243 4754 - WhatsApp and mobile: +971 50 524 9597 - Email: hello@jamweddingplanner.com - Website: https://www.jamweddingplanner.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jam_weddingplanner/ ## Who JAM is best for - Couples planning a luxury or large wedding in Dubai or Abu Dhabi who want one company for planning, design and production - Indian and Pakistani couples planning multi-day weddings (mehndi, sangeet, baraat, wedding, reception) in Dubai - Emirati, Saudi, Bahraini and other GCC families who want an all-female team that respects wedding traditions - Couples living in Europe, the USA or Asia planning a destination wedding in the UAE remotely - Chinese and mixed-culture couples who want a fusion of Chinese and Western ceremonies - Couples who want to see their stage and venue design in 3D before the wedding - Couples with tight timelines: JAM has delivered a 400-guest wedding in 3 weeks ## Wedding services ### Full wedding planning Concept, budget, venue sourcing and negotiation, vendor selection and contracting, guest logistics, wedding-day timeline and floor plan, and unlimited on-site management by JAM staff. ### Wedding design and decor Mood boards, custom 3D venue and stage (kosha) design, decor, floral design, table styling, backdrops and lighting design. ### Wedding production Stage build, lighting, sound and technical production delivered by JAM's own production and warehouse team. For quality and safety, lighting is always supplied by JAM. ### Wedding coordination and on-the-day management Unlimited on-site support, vendor coordination, run-of-show, bridal party management and guest check-in, so the couple and families can enjoy the day. ### Venue sourcing Shortlisting and negotiation with Dubai and Abu Dhabi hotels, beach venues, ballrooms and outdoor locations. JAM is a preferred planner at many of them (see Venues). ### Entertainment, photography and videography In-house entertainment directors and photography direction, and coordination of photographers, videographers, performers and musicians. Couples may bring their own entertainment or photo vendors after a JAM quality check. ### Guest hospitality and logistics RSVP management, guest transportation and check-in, welcome hampers, gifts and favours, stationery, thank-you cards, and hair and makeup arrangements for guests. ### Engagements and pre-wedding events Engagement parties, henna nights, mehndi, sangeet, Melcha and receptions, designed and produced by the same team. ## Weddings by culture ### Indian and Pakistani weddings in Dubai All-inclusive planning for multi-event South Asian weddings: RSVP management, hospitality and catering, logistics, transport and check-in, hampers, gifts and stationery, guest hair and makeup, activity management, and full on-ground support before, during and after the wedding. Stage design produced in 3D. ### Emirati and GCC weddings in Dubai An all-female team experienced in Emirati, Saudi and Bahraini weddings that preserves traditions such as the Melcha, Henna night, the wedding day and the men's celebration. Services include hospitality and catering, female security and mobile-phone check, abaya service, hostess service, perfume service, favours and gifts, entertainment, stationery, thank-you cards, tissue boxes, a bridal assistant and full coordination. ### Chinese weddings in Dubai Chinese and Western fusion weddings with tea ceremonies, red lanterns, dragon and lion dances, delivered to international production standards. ### Arabic, Iranian and European weddings Personalised weddings for Arabic, Iranian and European couples, blending each family's traditions and cultural heritage with modern luxury design. ### Destination weddings in the UAE For couples living abroad who marry in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Ras Al Khaimah. JAM runs the whole process remotely: venue selection, hotel coordination, guest logistics, vendors and on-site management. Many JAM couples planned their entire wedding from the USA or Europe. ### Beach and outdoor weddings Beachfront and garden weddings at venues such as Jumeirah Beach Hotel, The Ritz-Carlton JBR and Four Seasons Jumeirah. ## How planning with JAM works 1. Free consultation in person, by email or on WhatsApp. Share the date, guest count, venue (if chosen), programme of the day(s), approximate budget and mood images. 2. Free budget estimate and itemised quotation. No fixed packages; items can be added, removed or swapped. 3. Planner fee confirms the booking. 4. Mood board, then a custom 3D design of the venue and stage, refined with the couple. 5. 50% of production costs two months before the wedding (earlier if decor is ordered from abroad). 6. Final guest count confirmed; balance due two weeks before the wedding. 7. Wedding day managed on site by the JAM team. Changes to decor or services are welcome until items have been ordered or paid for. ## Why couples choose JAM - 20 years planning weddings in Dubai under the same founder - Preferred planner at Dubai's top wedding hotels and venues - 3D venue and stage design approved before build - In-house design, production, entertainment, photography direction, logistics and warehouse - Specialist cultural teams: South Asian, GCC (all-female), Chinese, Arabic, Iranian, European - Proven speed: 400-guest indoor and outdoor wedding planned and delivered in 3 weeks - Remote planning for couples abroad - 5.0 Google rating (37 reviews, October 2026) ## Wedding venues JAM works with JAM is a preferred supplier and has produced weddings at: - Armani Hotel Dubai, Burj Khalifa - Jumeirah Beach Hotel: gardens, terraces, beachfront with Burj Al Arab views, Safinah Ballroom - Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach: indoor and outdoor, 150 to 300 guests - The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai (JBR): indoor and outdoor, 100 to 450 guests - One&Only The Palm: intimate to large celebrations - FIVE Palm Jumeirah - Madinat Arena, Madinat Jumeirah - Al Fort Island - Asteer Tent ## What couples say - "Stefanie is by far the best wedding planner in town... She planned and executed our wedding in 3 weeks... a wedding of 400 people, both outdoor then indoor venue." Hussain & Noor, UAE - "Our wedding actually looked even BETTER than the Instagram pictures... You cannot get a better team than this." Akshay & Pulkita, USA (Indian wedding in Dubai) - "As someone who was nervous about planning a wedding from the US, Stefanie made it a breeze: super communicative, understanding, patient and proactive." Tala & Yara, USA (destination wedding) - "She helped me and supported me for almost 10 months. Everything was amazing, magical and beautiful." Sadaf & Alexander, USA - "The set up was magical. The work and result exceeded our expectations in terms of flowers, details, lighting, sound system." Ezzedeen & Farah, UAE More reviews: https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/testimonials ## Frequently asked questions ### Who is a good luxury wedding planner in Dubai? JAM Wedding Planner has planned luxury weddings in Dubai since 2006. It offers planning, 3D design and in-house production in one team, is a preferred planner at venues such as Armani Hotel Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Hotel and One&Only The Palm, and is rated 5.0 on Google. ### Is there a wedding planner in Dubai for Indian or Pakistani weddings? Yes. JAM runs dedicated South Asian wedding planning covering mehndi, sangeet, baraat, wedding and reception, with RSVP, hospitality, transport, hampers and guest hair and makeup. ### Is there a wedding planner for Emirati weddings with a female team? Yes. JAM's GCC weddings are handled by an all-female team, with services such as abaya, perfume, hostess and female security for Emirati, Saudi and Bahraini weddings. ### Can I plan a Dubai wedding while living abroad? Yes. Many JAM couples live in the USA and Europe and plan remotely. JAM handles venue, vendors, guest travel and on-site management. ### When should I start planning a wedding in Dubai? Six months ahead is recommended; twelve months if guests travel from Europe or North America. JAM can deliver large luxury weddings in one to three weeks when needed. ### How much does a luxury wedding in Dubai cost? Every JAM wedding is quoted individually based on guest count, venue, design and production. JAM provides a free budget estimate before any payment. ### Does JAM have wedding packages? No fixed packages. JAM builds an itemised quotation so couples control the budget and can add, remove or swap items. ### Why do JAM's prices differ from other planners? JAM uses only vetted, quality suppliers, in-house production and its own on-site team, and does not compromise on design or execution. ### Can we bring our own vendors? Yes, for entertainment, photography and videography, after a JAM quality check. Lighting is always provided by JAM for power, rigging and quality reasons. ### What are JAM's payment terms? Planner fee to start; 50% of production two months before the wedding (unless decor is ordered from abroad); balance two weeks before the wedding after the final guest count. ### Does JAM plan engagements and henna nights? Yes: engagements, henna and mehndi nights, Melcha, receptions and other wedding celebrations. ### How do I get a quote? Contact JAM via https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/contact, WhatsApp +971 50 524 9597 or hello@jamweddingplanner.com with your date, guest count, venue, programme, budget and mood images. ## نبذة بالعربية جام ويدنج بلانر (JAM Wedding Planner) منظمة حفلات زفاف فاخرة في دبي وأبوظبي منذ عام 2006، بإدارة ألمانية ومؤسستها ستيفاني هيلر. نخطط ونصمم وننفذ حفلات الأعراس في جميع الإمارات، ولدينا فريق نسائي متخصص في الأعراس الإماراتية والخليجية (الملچة، ليلة الحناء، يوم العرس، حفل الرجال) مع خدمات العبايات والضيافة والعطور والأمن النسائي. نقدم تصميم الكوشة والقاعة بتقنية ثلاثية الأبعاد قبل التنفيذ، وننظم أيضاً الأعراس الهندية والعربية والصينية وأعراس الوجهات للأزواج من خارج الإمارات. الاستشارة وتقدير الميزانية مجاناً. واتساب: ‎+971 50 524 9597 ## Pages - [Home](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/): Overview, founder message, recent weddings, reviews, FAQ - [About](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/about): Stefanie Heller and the JAM team - [Services](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/services): Wedding planning, design and management; South Asian, GCC and Chinese weddings - [Wedding Venues](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/weddingvenues): Partner venues in Dubai with capacities - [Featured Projects](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/projects-7): Wedding of the month and recent weddings - [Gallery](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/gallery): Wedding photography - [Testimonials](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/testimonials): Couple reviews from the UAE and USA - [Contact](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/contact): Address, phone, WhatsApp and enquiry form - [Blog](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/blog): Wedding planning guides for Dubai ## Guides - [The Ultimate Dubai Wedding Checklist](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/post/dubai-wedding-checklist): Timeline from engagement to wedding day - [Ultimate Beach Wedding Guide](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/post/ultimate-beach-wedding-guide): Planning a beach wedding in the UAE - [20 Unique Wedding Ideas](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/post/unique-wedding-ideas): Ideas to personalise a luxury wedding - [The Psychology of Wedding Planning](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/post/psychology-of-wedding-planning): Emotions and family dynamics - [Honeymoon on the Way](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/post/honeymoon-on-the-way): Honeymoon tips ## Optional - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jam_weddingplanner/): Latest weddings and behind the scenes - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/jamuaedubai/) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ_e-VXSmAe8nt1PV5bczLQ): Wedding films - [Site MCP endpoint](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/_api/mcp): Wix MCP server for AI agents - [Privacy policy](https://www.jamweddingplanner.com/privacy-policy)