WRAL’s Event Planner of the Year for 2025

Date: May 6, 2026

At Southern Picnics, our goal is simple: exceed all expectations. That’s why we are incredibly honored to share that we have been named the WRAL Voters’ Choice Award Winner for Best Event Planner in 2025. This is the fifth consecutive year in which we’ve received this prestigious award.

This award means so much to us because it was voted on by the community we love serving, the people of North Carolina. Those who have trusted us with their proposals, anniversaries, birthdays, bridal showers, girls’ nights, and life’s sweetest milestones.

This recognition would not be possible without our wonderful clients, our hardworking staff, and our supportive partners. For everyone who has recommended Southern Picnics to a friend, shared a photo of a picnic online, or trusted us to help them celebrate an important life event - thank you. Your support has helped us grow from a local luxury picnic company into an award-winning brand, and we are so appreciative.

Thank you again to the Raleigh community for this award! We look forward to serving you for many years to come!