Meet Gretchen
Hi, I’m Gretchen; a mom of four, creative visionary, and the heart behind Coastal Dreams Events. What began as a way to make my own children’s milestones magical has grown into a full-service event company bringing high-end celebrations to families and businesses alike. From luxury kids’ parties and hands-on workshop experiences to balloon installations and custom décor, I specialize in creating stylish, joy-filled moments that feel effortless and unforgettable. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, baby shower, graduation, or just a reason to gather — I’m here to help you bring the fun, beauty, and wow factor to life.
The face behind the parties
Design stress-free celebrations that bring people together and create lasting memories.
Our Mission
We work with families and local businesses throughout the Tampa Bay area.
Who We Serve
Teepee sleepovers, kids activity parties, picnic parties, and so much more!
What we do
a. Complete silence
b. Podcasts
c. Thinking out loud (always talking to myself)
d. Background music
Our party personality
02. favorite way to plan?
a. Seeing everything come together
b. That first big deep breath our clients take
c. Watching guests light up
d. All of the above
01. What makes us happiest on event day?
a. Going for a walk
b. Scrolling through Pinterest
c. Just diving into a project head first!
d. All of the above
06. What sparks my creativity the most?
05. What's My Event Day Mindset?
Flexible, focused, and detail oriented
03. The phrase I say most on event day
It all comes together!
a. Calm for you
b. Joy for your guests
c. Magic and intention in every detail
d. All of the above
04. What's our ultimate goal?
"I can’t speak highly enough about the Coastal Dreams Events. The team goes above and beyond to make sure every detail is seamlessly executed and takes all the stress and planning off your shoulders"
- Madelyn A.
