Ellender Experiences

Bringing breathtaking events to life in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Photo of bride and groom in the vineyard looking out at the mountains

At Ellender Experiences, we believe everything is worth celebrating and no detail is too small to be important. We specialize in event planning and flawless execution so that you can focus on creating memories with the people you love.

We provide wedding and event planning as well as wedding and event venue partnerships in Leicester, North Carolina and the greater Asheville, North Carolina area.

There is no event too big or too small for us, and no venue that we aren’t excited to partner with. If you’re looking to create an experience that your guests will never forget, or want to share your incredible venue with the world, we’d love to help!

Meet the Ellenders

  • Abby

    Abby Ellender

    After spending 15 years in Operations Management and traveling the world, Abby left Corporate America to focus on supporting her local community. Her corporate experience and prior large-scale event planning has given her an eye for detail that is unmatched, and the ability to think on her feet and problem-solve on the fly. Abby is passionate about sustainability and lives for a good vintage thrift find! She enjoys spending time with her niece, gardening, cooking, and a nice glass of wine with her sister!

  • Molly

    Molly Ellender

    Molly left corporate consulting to become an entrepreneur and stay at home mom. Between planning large-scale events and working in consulting, she’s truly seen it all and walked away with the ability to make clients feel seen and understood. Molly loves balancing motherhood with work in her local community. She enjoys pottery, a trip to the farmer’s market, female reproductive health, and a nice glass of wine with her sister!