Life Happenings

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 3

About Life Happenings

Life Happenings

Head Planner

Sarah de Jaer—Belgian-born, Austin-based—built Life Happenings to craft weddings that feel as unique as each love story. Raised on a musician’s farm and inspired by global celebrations (from music with orphans in India to festival planning in Corsica and Austin), she combines 12 years of event expertise, wine-and-beer pairing know-how, and a network of top chefs, bartenders, and artisans. Sarah orchestrates seamless, joy-filled ceremonies and receptions that reflect your personal vision and storytelling flair.

Life Happenings shines by fusing Sarah’s Belgian roots and global event experience with Austin’s vibrant spirit. We partner with top chefs, bartenders, florists and musicians to craft bespoke themes and seamless timelines. Every detail—from personalized rituals to signature styling—reflects your story. With stress-free coordination and inspired creativity at our core, we deliver a wedding that’s effortless, authentic and unforgettable.

In three words: Efficient, Positive, Supportive

Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Pricing starts at $8,000

Partial planning

Pricing starts at $6,000

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Pricing starts at $2,500

Destination wedding

Pricing starts at $15,000

Elopement / microwedding

Pricing starts at $4,000

A la carte

Pricing starts at $1,000

Reviews

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  • Personable and

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    •Claire W.•May 14

    Life Happenings was a pleasure to work with as our wedding planners! Sarah had a very personable and open communication style, making us feel heard and valued throughout the planning process. Her collaborative approach ensured a seamless experience, as she expertly managed the logistics, coordinated with vendors, and oversaw the event timeline. The team at Life Happenings was committed, organized, and enthusiastic, contributing immensely to making our special day truly memorable!

  • Life Happening is happenin'

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    •Wally W.•Apr 24, 2025

    I've used Life Happenings for several events including a wedding. They are excellent communicators from beginning to end. They know how to work within a budget and still be creative and original. And they have highly professional suppliers and support people who make the whole event come to life seamlessly. I would recommend them for any occasion.

  • Wedding

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    •Delilah H.•Apr 23, 2025

    Life Happenings, our wedding planners, were absolutely incredible from start to finish. Their communication was impeccable, prompt, informative, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work and value they provided was truly professional, detail-oriented, and engaging. The planner, Sarah, handled everything we never even thought of - from decorating the venue to directing our guests and photographers. She took everything off our plate so we could truly enjoy our special day. The small staff Sarah brought with her was efficient and incredibly professional, ensuring the entire event ran smoothly. We are so grateful to Life Happenings for making our wedding day perfect in every way.

  • Amazing team work!

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    •Anna•Apr 23, 2025

    I had the pleasure of working alongside my sister at a recent wedding—I was the hairstylist, and she was the planner. Watching her in action was truly impressive. She brings an incredible energy to the room—fun, calm, and genuinely uplifting—and keeps everything moving with ease. Her communication with vendors, the couple, and guests was clear and thoughtful, and she handled any bumps with confidence and grace. Super efficient, organized, and just a joy to work with. I’d team up with her again in a heartbeat!

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