About

A Pennsylvania event company — established 2016.

We plan, design, and produce events for individuals, brands, and institutions across the region.

Elegant ballroom set up for an event

Our story

Built on craft, care, and consistency.

Bright Day Events was founded in 2016 by Marcia Franklin with a simple aim: produce events that feel effortless on the day and meaningful long after. From a small studio in Millheim, Pennsylvania, the team has grown into a trusted regional partner for weddings, corporate events, and luxury celebrations.

Every engagement is led by a senior planner and supported by a curated network of vendors, creatives, and production professionals. We work on contract, communicate clearly, and deliver on what we promise.

Mission

To produce thoughtfully designed events that bring people together and create lasting memories.

Vision

To be the most trusted event company in the region — known for craft, honesty, and consistency.

Approach

Senior-led planning, transparent pricing, and disciplined project management on every event.

Why clients trust us

Experience that shows in every detail.

8+ years

Of dedicated event production experience.

500+ events

Across weddings, corporate, and private clients.

Licensed & insured

Operating with the contracts and coverage you'd expect.

Senior planners

Your project is never handed off to a junior team.

Milestones

A look at our journey.

  1. 2016

    Bright Day Events founded

    Marcia Franklin launches the studio in Millheim, PA.

  2. 2018

    Corporate division established

    Dedicated team for B2B events and conferences.

  3. 2020

    Hybrid production capabilities

    Live streaming and hybrid event production added.

  4. 2023

    500+ events delivered

    Crossed a major delivery milestone across PA and the region.

  5. Today

    Trusted regional partner

    A senior team and a curated vendor network across the state.

Our values

The principles behind our work.

Clarity

Clear scopes, clear pricing, clear communication.

Craft

We sweat the details others overlook.

Care

Hosts and guests treated with warmth and respect.

Discretion

Confidentiality is the default for every client.

Accountability

Contracts, insurance, and follow-through.

Hospitality

Every event is in service of the people in the room.

Founder

Led by Marcia Franklin.

Marcia is the founder and lead planner at Bright Day Events. With more than a decade in hospitality and event production, she leads the studio's creative direction and personally oversees every senior engagement.

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