Custom Event Management Website Needed

I am building a dedicated platform for planning and showcasing social events—mainly weddings, birthdays, and private parties—and I need a developer who can take the idea from concept to launch with a fully custom design. Off-the-shelf themes or templates won’t work here; the look and feel must be unique, elegant, and tailored to celebratory occasions.

Core functionality is already mapped out:

• Event-booking system – Guests should be able to view available packages, select dates, and place a booking or enquiry directly from the site. An intuitive admin dashboard to approve, modify, or decline requests is essential.
• Photo / video gallery – After each event I want to upload high-resolution images and highlight-reel videos. The gallery has to support easy categorisation (e.g., “Wedding of Sam & Dana”) and fast, responsive loading on mobile.

Beyond those two pillars, I expect standard best practices: responsive layout, fast performance, on-page SEO foundations, and simple content management so my team can update copy and add new media without touching code. If you prefer working with frameworks such as React, Vue, Laravel, or a headless CMS, let me know—what matters most is a slick user experience backed by clean, maintainable code.

When you respond, please include:
1. A brief outline of the stack you recommend and why.
2. Links to 2–3 live sites you have designed from scratch, ideally in the events or hospitality niche.
3. Your estimated timeline from kickoff to go-live, including time for revisions and final testing.

I’m ready to start as soon as I find the right fit and will be available daily for feedback. Let’s create something memorable together! Show More