The results are here! California Wedding Day's annual awards program, Best of 2026, honors the most innovative and creative talent in the wedding industry across the state. The winners were chosen by their peers through an open voting process held online and were revealed at our Best of 2026 Awards Gala. View winners from all regions here.
Here are the winners in the Palm Springs/Temecula Region.
Best Bridal Boutique
Love Era
Finalists: Luv Bridal, Beloved Couture Bridal
Best Full-Service Beauty Team
Aly Rose Beauty
Finalists: Face By Raymie, Sandra Michelle Artistry
Best Bar Service
Mixology By Melissa
Finalists: Hops And Grains, That's the Spirit
Best Cakes & Desserts
Laura Marie Cakes
Finalists: Citrus Blossom Bakery, Lemon Bar Bakery, Lila Cake Shop
Best Catering
Anne Taylor Catering
Finalists: TRIO Catering, Desert Dine
Best DJ
DJ Pros
Finalists: C Squared Events, Musical Phunktions
Best Event Designer
Michelle Garibay
Finalists: Champagne Dreams, Luna Design Studios, COJ Events
Best Florist
Soiree Floral Design
Finalists: Leta Verbena, Lovely Peonies
Best Indoor Venue
Europa Village
Finalists: Galway Downs By Wedgewood Weddings, Parker Palm Springs
Best Invitations
Nix & Co
Finalists: Velvet Fox, Queen Bee Design Studio
Best Live Music
Ben Hoyt
Finalists: Twins & Violins, Platinum Pianist
Best Officiant
David Cutler
Finalists: Weddings Royale, Ceremonies By Bethel
Best Outdoor Venue
Temecula Creek Inn
Finalists: La Quinta Resort, Serendipity Garden Weddings
Best Photo Booth
Desert Luna Photobooths
Finalists: Pixster Photobooth, Photo Bus
Best Photographer
Titus & Jocelyn
Finalists: Matthew Hanlon, Darian Shantay Photography, BYC Photography
Best Rentals
Folklore Event Rentals
Finalists: Bright Event Rentals, Signature Party Rentals
Best Resort Venue
La Quinta Resort
Finalists: Parker Palm Springs, Sands Hotel And Spa
Best Signage / Calligraphy
Queenbee Design Studio
Finalists: Twinkle & Toast, Nix & Co. Creative
Best Spa Services
Glen Ivy
Finalists: Murrieta Hot Springs, La Quinta Resort & Spa
Best Specialty Rentals
Zaffre Fine Linens
Finalists: Hostess Haven, Luna Design Studio
Best Videographer
Ashley & Jay Films
Finalists: Rio Walks Films, Llena Vida Media
Best Wedding Planner
Everly & Co
Finalists: Louise & Third, Monge Amore Events
Best Overall Wedding Professional
Michelle Garibay
Finalists: Leta Verbena, COJ Events
