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Not just picnics

Event planning in Charlotte

Have a theme in mind? We create custom setups for your celebration, indoors or out, from backyard birthdays to dining room soirées.

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A baby shower picnic by a lake: a long low table with pastel linens, a pastel balloon bunch, a gold arch hung with baby clothes and a teddy bear

Events we love to plan

Whether it is a magical birthday bash, a cozy girls' night in or a stylish indoor baby shower, we turn any space into something special.

  • Kids’ Jungle Safari Parties
  • Garden Fairy Celebrations
  • Little Golfer Birthday Parties
  • Birthday Parties
  • Baby Showers
  • Bridal Showers
  • Bachelorette Parties
  • Date Night
  • Girls’ Night In
  • Proposals & Engagements
  • Custom Indoor or Outdoor Setups for Any Occasion
A kids party table built from low wooden pallets, set with green plates and party hats, floor cushions and a teepee with a green balloon garland

Kids parties, styled to a theme

Jungle safaris, garden fairies and little golfers. A low table, cushions and the details that make it theirs.

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An indoor dining table set for a painting party with small easels, blank canvases, paint palettes and pink linens

Indoors, at your place

Our event services go far beyond blankets and baskets. We design beautiful setups for both indoor and outdoor celebrations, and help you celebrate in style without the stress.

A dining room table dressed in pink and set for a party, with a black and white dog sitting on the rug in front

Showers, bachelorettes and nights in

Baby showers, bridal showers, bachelorette parties and girls' night in. Because around here, it is not just a picnic, it is a party. Anytime. Anywhere.

How a custom request works

  1. Tell us the idea

    Email thespreadclt@gmail.com or use the contact page.

  2. Share the details

    Your date, location, guest count and the occasion. A theme or colours if you have them.

  3. We plan it with you

    Custom events are booked by request rather than through the online planner, so we shape the setup together.

A proposal on a lawn: a man kneels in front of his partner beside a picnic under a white fringed umbrella

The Proposal Package

$500 · 3 hours

  • Full luxury picnic setup for two
  • 30-minute photo session, 15-25 photos back within 3 days
  • Dessert tray for two: macarons, cookies or chocolate strawberries
  • Charcuterie
  • Two bouquets in your colors, when in season
  • Giant Jenga or cornhole
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“The booking process was smooth and stress-free, and they truly went above and beyond to customize everything exactly how I envisioned.”

Ramya R., Google review

Good to know

How do I book a custom event?
Custom events are planned by request. Email thespreadclt@gmail.com or use the contact page with your date, location, guest count and occasion.
Can you set up indoors?
Yes. We plan custom indoor or outdoor setups for any occasion.
What comes with the Proposal Package?
3 hours, $500: Full luxury picnic setup for two; 30-minute photo session, 15-25 photos back within 3 days; Dessert tray for two: macarons, cookies or chocolate strawberries; Charcuterie; Two bouquets in your colors, when in season; Giant Jenga or cornhole.
How far ahead should I book a kids party?
Kids parties are for six or more kids and need two weeks' notice.

Have a theme in mind?

Tell us the occasion and we will bring your vision to life.