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The Grand Event is a full service event rental company that provides decor elements for your wedding, corporate, or social event. We specialize in curated collections, innovative designs, and high quality decor rentals. We want to bring to you the perfect pieces for any event. Our inventory is constantly growing, so call us to see how we can make your next event GRAND!

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I recommend all your magical day and needs to Grand Events because I know the quality of work and the work ethics that will go into each personalized Occasion so just a Journey into making a lasting Impression of your Day.

Dinner is served 🍽️

Featuring our Ava gold flatware, Radiance glassware, gold rimmed plates, and rose gold glass charger.

Catering: @kathygandcompany
Venue: @eventsathaven

A day full of love, laughter, culture, and long lasting memories…. The White’s

Planning & Design: @alabamaweddingplanner
Decor & Florals:@theperfectcreation
Photographer: @victorcolephotography
Cinematography: @harperfilms
DJ: @vdi_wada
Lighting: @bbrian205
Rentals: @grandeventdesign
Hair: @mirichnfamous
Makeup: @cocomooremakeup
Bride’s Dress: @bluebridalaustin
Groom’s Custom Tux: @indochino
Transportation: @crawfordcharter
Venue: @eventsatregionsfield

#TheWhites #weddingday #shesaidyes #loveprevails #blackbride

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A minimal palette with maximum impact! This black and white wedding design set the tone for a sleek, modern, and unforgettable love story. Our goal is to transform even the most popular color palettes into something truly unique.

Planning & Design: @alabamaweddingplanner
Venue: @eventsatregionsfield
Decor & Florals: @theperfectcreation
Photographer: @victorcolephotography
Cinematography: @harperfilms
DJ: @vdi_wada
Lighting: @bbrian205
Rentals: @grandeventdesign
Hair: @mirichnfamous
Makeup: @cocomooremakeup
Bride’s Dress: @bluebridalaustin
Groom’s Custom Tux: @indochino
Transportation: @crawfordcharter
Venue: @eventsatregionsfield

#TheWhites #weddingday #love #weddingdesign #alabamaweddingplanner shesaidyes weddinginspiration hisdaytoo blackloveexists bestdayever loveprevails bridalinspo alabamaweddings georgiaweddings southernblackbrides

We couldn’t be more obsessed with how @shotsbysidney captured raw emotion of a perfect day in a single pic! #obssesed
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From @shotsbysidney: The details that make the day. Many more to come from this perfect day!

Vendors:
Coordination | @sarahsullinsweddings
Venue | @stonehavenweddings
Photographer | @shotsbysidney
Videographer | @masonbentleyvideography
Content Creator | @mllv.cc
HAMU | @jaysahopehair
DJ and Cold Sparks | @djhd3000
Ceremony Musician | @susieshorttmusic
Live Painter | @kittysmothersart
Bar | @_thekandibar
Marquee Letters | @hsvglow
Macarons | @shelly__bakes
Rentals | @grandeventdesign
Getaway Car | @blacktiechauffeur
Bride’s Gown | @ladyinlacebridal
Bridesmaids | @birdygrey
Menswear | Burch & Hatfield in Tuscaloosa
Wedding Cake | Sweet Bites Bake Shoppe
Dancefloor | Epic Event Rentals
Catering and Florals | Nikki Criswell of Hello Darling Designs

What a way to start the week and year by announcing a featured wedding in the printed 25th edition of @alabamaweddings magazine. Make sure to grab your copy hitting newsstands around Alabama as we speak!

Ask us how we feel about todays #CFP match up today between @alabamafbl and Indiana.

#cfp #cfpplayoffs #ncaafootball #alabama #Alabama #alabamafootball #AlabamaCrimsonTide #birminghamalabama #huntsvillealabama #tuscaloosaalabama

Its. About. To. Go. Down. #2026

#eventdesign #tuscaloosa #alabamaeventrentals #weddingdecor

New Year. Bigger Vision. Grander Celebrations.
We’re ready to raise the standard and design unforgettable events all year long. So if you are going to do it, might as well make it GRAND. Cheers to 2026 🥂🍾

#newyears #newyearseve #newyearsday #newyears2026 #newyearsresolution #newyearscelebration #newyearsresolutions

We’re growing! Meet one of our newest team members, Daisha Jones.

Grand Event theory: based on these smiles, cake just tastes better on our gold rimmed dessert plates. 🥰#weddingcake

We’ve tested absolutely no one but our brides, therefore the data is clearly not skewed in any way 🤭

📸: @ericandjamiephoto

Elevate your fall and winter events with the rich tones of our fruitwood folding chairs. Perfect for weddings, parties, and corporate gatherings.
Photography: @abbybatesphotography
Venue: @battlefriedmanhouse
Florist & Coordinating: @jamielowderthompson
Stationery: @eloracollective
Hair and Makeup: @glamourbywhit
Band: @flybyradio
Wedding dress: @bellasbridal
Groom's Attire: @theblacktux
Rentals: @grandeventdesign
Tents: @yellowhammereventrental
Video: @difpbhamweddings
#EventRentals #FallDecor #tuscaloosaevents #birminghamevents #partyrentals #eventinspo

I haven’t shared this on my own because every time I try, I start to tear up and get emotional. This is love. That kind of love that goes far deeper than the surface. He learned sign language not for his bride, but for the brides parents.🥹🥰🥹🥰🥹🥰🥹

#eventdesign #tuscaloosa #alabamaeventrentals #eventdecor #weddings #love #alabamaeventrentals #thisislove #signlanguage #bride #groom #makeastatement

Repost from @literacycwa What an amazing night! Thank you Sarah Pennington Creative for these gorgeous photos of our 2025 Annual Fundraiser, Characters in the Garden! 🪴 📚

Venue: Tree House Farm & Nursery - Tuscaloosa
Rentals: The Grand Event Design and Decor
Backdrops: Sawdust and Splinters - Tuscaloosa Makerspace / Roots in Portugal
Event Management: Granted, LLC
Music: The Alabama Blues Project
Authors: Marie Bostwick & Terah Shelton Harris

A weekend vibe 🥰

Featuring our stage with white stage fronts
Round and banquet Tables
Linens
Ghost chairs
Ivory lounge furniture
And so much more ✨
@stonewoodfarmsvenue

We love how this poolside look merges simplicity with elegance, creating an atmosphere that is both welcoming and luxe.

Happiest of Happy 12th Birthdays to our very first employee AJ. From moving candle vases as a toddler to basically loading his own truck now he has been along from the very beginning. He’s our Kid-E-O. The myth, the man, the legend, AJ. 🎂🎉🥳

An intimate outdoor baby shower brunch is just what the baby ordered 😍

Featuring:
Dessert/drink Cart
NEW pink wine glasses
Tuscany Pink Linens

Designer and Planner: @juliacoleentertains

Its. About. To. Go. DOWN 🚨

The Grand Event presents to you @stellarmarquees_tuscaloosa, a new modern way to bring light up marquees to your event. Now booking!

We can’t really prove it and all BUT we believe that cake served on our gold rimmed china is zero calories and has health benefits. So ya know, totally add these to your next rental. #healthiswealth 🥰😂🥰😂

Photo: @ericandjamiephoto @ericandjamieassociates

The perfect afternoon walk 🥰

Photographer: @ynot_images
Planner: @brittanybevents
Rentals: @grandeventdesign and @prophousebirmingham
Flowers: @necefloraldesigns
Venue: @thevilla.tusc

A vision ✨
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Planning and Design: @brittanybevents

Bride @ac_winn

Groom @qool_tre

Photographer: @Ynot_images

Cinematography: @ynot_images

Wedding Content Creator: @dbdcontentco

Floral Designer : @necefloraldesigns

Bride’s MUA: @hayybeauty

Bridesmaids’ MUA: @brittanynicolethemua

Bride’s Hair: @ajashaniahairco

Bride’s Dress @bridalsbylori

Rentals: @prophousebirminghan

Draping and Specialty Chairs: @grandeventdesign

Linen:@bbjlatavola

Catering : @savoiecatering

Bartenders: @barnestending

Dj and Lighting: @djlennylove

Cake : @paulineshomemade

Dancefloor @lacedvinylshoppe

Dancefloordesign: @paperandmorecreationsllc

Custom Cocktail Wall: @Slatedesignstudio

Groom& Groomsmen attire: @crownofwealthcollection

Venue: @thevilla.tusc

The right mix of decor can elevate an event from ordinary to extraordinary ✨

Planning and Design: @brittanybevents
Bride @ac_winn
Groom @qool_tre
Photographer: @Ynot_images
Cinematography: @ynot_images
Wedding Content Creator: @dbdcontentco
Floral Designer : @necefloraldesigns
Bride’s MUA: @hayybeauty
Bridesmaids’ MUA: @brittanynicolethemua
Bride’s Hair: @ajashaniahairco
Bride’s Dress @bridalsbylori
Rentals: @prophousebirminghan
Draping, Specialty Chairs, Rentals: @grandeventdesign
Linen:@bbjlatavola
Catering : @savoiecatering
Bartenders: @barnestending
Dj and Lighting: @djlennylove
Cake : @paulineshomemade
Dancefloor @lacedvinylshoppe
Dancefloordesign: @paperandmorecreationsllc
Custom Cocktail Wall: @Slatedesignstudio
Groom& Groomsmen attire: @crownofwealthcollection
Venue: @thevilla.tusc

Let’s celebrate another full week of events shall we!!! Grab a coupe glass (or two…maybe three tops 😉) and toast to another day to celebrate!

Also, who doesn’t love a coupe tower!!

Rentals: @grandeventdesign
Photographer: @abbybatesphotography
Venue: @thealamite
Dress: @ladyinlacebridal

It takes a vision, and a team to create it. Congrats again Olivia and Dylan 🥰

Vendor Team:
Photography: @abbybatesphotography
Venue: @battlefriedmanhouse
Florist & Coordinating: @jamielowderthompson
Stationery: @eloracollective
Hair and Makeup: @glamourbywhit
Band: @flybyradio
Wedding dress: @bellasbridal
Groom’s Attire: @theblacktux
Rentals: @grandeventdesign
Tents: @yellowhammereventrental
Video: @difpbhamweddings

In a Spritzy state of mind.

#aperolspritz #21stbirthday #summervibes #eventdesign #eventrentals #tuscaloosa #alabamaweddings #alabamaeventrentals #pink #orange #green #bridalshower #fridayvibes

Color is BACK!!!! And we are here for it! #hotgirlsummer #eventdesign #eventdecor #tuscaloosa #partyrental #weddingdecor #makeastatement #thegrandevent

I meannnn why not! Installing these bad babies VERY soon. 😎 #issavibe #tuscaloosa #eventdecor #eventdesign #partyrental #makeastatement

Sometimes an intimate setting on the back porch with just you and 14 of closest friends is just all you need. 🥰

#bridalshower #bridalluncheon #weddingday #tuscaloosa #alabamaweddings #alabamabride #rollbrideroll #birminghamevents #eventrentals #partytentals #eventdesign

Wedding season is among us!!! Lock in and let’s get the party started.

#eventdecor #eventdecor #eventdesign #tuscaloosa #birminghamevents #alabamaeventrentals #partyrental #weddingdecor #partyrental #weddings #thegrandevent

In case you’ve ever wondered, fairy tales do come true 💚

📸: @teaphotographystudios

Damn your #mondayblues we are dreaming in #emerald and gold around here 💚🥰

Planning and Design: @brittanybevents
Rentals: @grandeventdesign
Venue: @parkcrestevents
Floral: @katherinereedevents
Photography: @thefirstlookphotography

This is Joy. This is love. This is us.

Design and Rentals: @grandeventdesign
Planner: @planitweddings.us
Flowers: @necefloraldesigns
Venue: @tjtower
Photographer: @shadshotit

#mood #mewd

Its 👏🏽 too 👏🏽damn👏🏽cold👏🏽to👏🏽try👏🏽to👏🏽be👏🏽cute👏🏽today. 😂🥶❄️😂

But that crimson draping is a vibe. 😉

Ok friends, we have snow flurries ❄️ here in the south!!! As a person who likes to be prepared, I urge you to make sure you have your “Snowed In Wine” 🍷. And if your kids were supposed to go back to school this week, and might not now, make sure to grab your eat in the closet snacks as well. (And don’t act like you don’t know what I’m talking bout either)😂

And for those of you doing a dry January, I think it’s only fair, we tack the next day or two on to February. That just feels right to me. 😇🤷🏽‍♀️😇😂

Oh, and rent that sofa.

🚨Breaking news🚨: I will NOT be declaring for the #nfldraft this year. I will be returning to the craft for my umteenth season as we add even more customization, fabricated pieces, and just overall bad assery to the mix!

Want to see our semi-round bar in other colors? Wrapped? Customized? We’re locked in. Let’s get it. #2025 💪🏽

#12daysofchristmas And on this here 11th day we finish our event season with the wedding of Alexandria and Jamar!

Repost from the newlyweds: “If you know us, you know this photo captures exactly who we are LOL!”
(Photo courtesy of Camera Play Photography)

✨Our wedding day was everything we imagined it to be! We wanted a day full of love and laughter with our family and friends…and that is exactly what happened!✨

To our parents and our wedding party, we love y’all so much! Thank you for supporting us and being by our side! This day wouldn’t have been possible without y’all!

To all of our family and friends that came and supported us during our special day, we love you and thank you so much for celebrating with us!

And we sincerely appreciate everyone that was involved in making our day so special! Our wedding planner, Mrs. Jackie Davis with Blessed By Design, made our vision for the day come to life!

Vendor Team:
Wedding Planner: Blessed by Design
Wedding Rentals: The Grand Event Design and Decor
Florals: Cortney’s Florals
Venue: Tuscaloosa River Market
Photography: Camera Play Photography
Videography: Harper Films
Officiant: TL Davis Jr.
Notary Services: Charakii Davis
Luxury Transportation: Derrick Hodges
DJ: Clint the Gent
Saxophonist: Clarence Moorer
Catering: 20/59 Restaurant & Bar
Fruit Display: Angel Food and Cakes
Cakes: Publix
Bartending: Casual Class Bar Services
Bridal Gown: Evanna’s Bridal Boutique & Alterations
Bridesmaids Attire: David’s Bridal
Groom’s Attire: On Time Fashions Tuscaloosa
Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Makeup Artist: Tiffany Flowers- Hurst
Hairstylist: Michella Carter
Photo Booth: Platinum Ent DJ , Event Lighting & Mirror Photo Booth Rental
Outdoor Patio Heaters: Chair Chic

#ItsMossTime
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#12daysofchristmas “The Five” that made The Grand whole in 2024. Long post but please read.

Vulnerable moment:
I am not going to sit here and act like I had it all together this year at The Grand Event as our household grew with the addition of Tete’s babies (my 3 nieces). There was a lot of adjustment, therapy was necessary for EVERYBODY, and just trying to find balance. I was stressed, depressed, anxious, and overwhelmed all the while trying to lead a team at The Grand who needed me too.

My creativity waned, my time with the team was rare and I found my business on the negative side of some conversations. And though I wanted to fight back, some of them were RIGHT!!! And ya’ll know I don’t like that. AT ALL!

So one day I rolled out of bed, put my feet on the ground with confidence and said… it’s time for Shannel SHANNEL to come back. (Insert Kendrick Lamar lyrics 😜)

And the best part of my “comeback” is that it’s these tiny humans that got me to remember my value. Not as a mom. Not as a Tete. Not as a wife. Not as an entrepreneur. But as MF SHANNEL RENAE!!! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

And EVEN THOUGH my year started very differently than planned, we STILL managed to grow our business about 25% over last year. We STILL managed to add new team members. We STILL managed to do over 400 events. And those babies…1 is going into the gifted program, 3 Honor Rolls students, Star Students, cheer champions, and the smallest one just got promoted to counting flatware bags 😂. Look at God 🙌🏾.

This pic says it all though. We didn’t start this way but we stepping into the New Year READY! #thecomeback

#12daysofchristmas And on this here 8th day of Christmas I’m here to tell you, WE OUT ✌🏽🤗🌲

Don’t get me wrong, the entrepreneur in me won’t ever be still but my Team deserves a rest and reset as we celebrate a tremendous year of growth and strength. So as we take a little break to end the year, catch us on our website and socials. To be honest, I don’t think YA’LL are ready for us in 2025. Its a whole new Grand mindset friends. And everyone is on board 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽 #letsgo

#12daysofchristmas 🎶 “On the 7th day of Christmas my true love gave to me, The blue Highgate Water Gobleeeeee” 🎶

Seriously, a touch of color on your #tabletop is pretty much ALWAYS a win.

#12daysofchristmas OOPS I forgot a day, so let me deliver two days in one. Day 5 and 6 goes a little something like this. Nothing like a Grand Glow collab 🥰

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“Even Mrs. Claus would trade her sleigh for this festive centerpiece! 🎄✨

“Rich textures, vibrant colors, and a whole lot of love went into this elegant arrangement. The pops of emerald green, deep Merlot hues, and subtle touches of silver came together to create a lush, elegant tablescape—perfect for a holiday dinner party. ✨ Thank you @nicoletendlerdeboer for letting us be a part of this festive celebration! #HolidayVibes #TablescapeGoals #FestiveElegance”

#12daysofchristmas And on this the 9th day (or 4th day) I want to shout out our mini drape queen Avery Renae (just slide over to see how she started 🥰)

One of the amazing things that we’ll be introducing is a dedicated draping and lighting team 👏🏽. The Drape Squad (title still pending) will spend the first of the year in dedicated draping and lighting classes and courses to expand on what we already know to help expand on our expertise and offerings. While they learn and grow, Mrs. Grand aka Shannel will be sources new fabrics, new pieces, and new designs. Look out folks, the Grand just got Grander!!

#12DaysofChristmas On Day 10 (or the 3rd day 🧐) we wondered if you knew we rented out stages and stage fronts? Well WE DO! And even more importantly, we will be launching several new stage fronts designs in 2025!! So stay tuned 😉

#12daysofchristmas 11 days away and I must shout out the classic beauty if our modern Ivory loveseat and chairs. Its the fact you can leave it be or add color in pillows and accents. Very Versatile. Very Classic. Very Grand. 🤗

#12daysofchristmas I don’t care what anyone says, the gold chiavari chair is the ONLY chair that has TRULY withstood the test of time. (Cue scene from #Shameless #iykyk and if you don’t know don’t say I didn’t warn you. Homie wanted them gold chiavaris BAD 😂)

#nerdalert Did you know the original chiavari was created in 1807 in Chiavari, Italy by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. Although much more detailed back then, as times moved forward the chair became more modernized and more easily assembled which leads to the chair we see today. 🤗

An aisle worthy of walking down 💕

📸: @olivia.b.photography

YES, YES thats @cam Newton and @alabamafbl Ryans Williams aka “Hollywood” playing video games on the jumbotron for @easportscollege BUT the REAL ⭐️STAR ⭐️of the show is our Crimson Velvet Sofa. Just look at her shine! 🥰

📸: @seed_creative

Did I top our @ttowntinsel tree with a kiddie chiavari chair? Yes. Yes I did. 🤗

Also available to rent for your next kid party, not this one though, we have more back at the warehouse 💕

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SHOWROOM AND WAREHOUSE HOURS:
MON-THU: 9:00am-4:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-2:00pm

1017 MLK JR BLVD
NORTHPORT, AL 35476

Phone: (205)535-9592

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SHOWROOM AND WAREHOUSE HOURS:
MON-THU: 9:00am-4:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-2:00pm

1017 MLK JR BLVD
NORTHPORT, AL 35476

Phone: (205)535-9592

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SHOWROOM AND WAREHOUSE HOURS: MON-THU: 9:00am-4:00pm Friday: 9:00am-2:00pm 1017 MLK JR BLVD NORTHPORT, AL 35476 Phone: (205)535-9592

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SHOWROOM AND WAREHOUSE HOURS:
MON-THU: 9:00am-4:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-2:00pm

1017 MLK JR BLVD
NORTHPORT, AL 35476

Phone: (205)535-9592