Built for Event Planners

    Best Invoice App for Event Planners

    Invoicing and estimates built for event planners. Bill event planning jobs from your phone, split parts and labor for tax, and get paid the same day.

    Why Event Planners Love Glo Invoice

    Scope of services
    Vendor management fee
    Travel + per diem
    Deposit + payment schedule
    Send event planning invoices by text or email straight from the job
    Accept card payments so you get paid before you leave

    Average Event Planners Rates (2026)

    ServicePrice Range
    Day-of coordination$1,200–$3,500
    Full-service planning$5,000–$25,000
    Per-hour consult$100–$300

    How to Grow Your Event Planners Business

    Quote every event planner job with a written estimate — approved estimates convert to invoices in one tap

    Price your top service (Day-of coordination) against local rates instead of guessing

    Ask for a Google review the moment a customer pays — reviews drive most local calls

    Put repeat customers on recurring invoices so revenue is predictable

    Follow up on anything unpaid past 7 days with an automatic reminder

    Track event planning costs per job so you know which work is actually profitable

    Compliance & Licensing for Event Planners

    Check state and local licensing before advertising your services
    Carry general liability insurance; add workers' comp once you hire
    Split taxable materials from non-taxable labor on every invoice
    Keep digital copies of invoices and receipts for at least 3 years
    Get written approval before starting work that exceeds an estimate

    Resources for Event Planners

    Event Planners pricing guide

    See what event planners charge nationally and how to set your own rates.

    Free invoice templates

    Download an invoice template set up for event planning work.

    SBA small business guide

    Free Small Business Administration resources for licensing, taxes, and growth.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the best invoice app for event planners?

    Glo Invoice is built for event planning businesses — itemize parts and labor, apply tax per line, send by text, and take card payments on the spot.

    How much do event planners charge?

    Day-of coordination: $1,200–$3,500. Full-service planning: $5,000–$25,000. Per-hour consult: $100–$300. Adjust for your local market and overhead.

    What should a event planner invoice include?

    At minimum: scope of services, vendor management fee, travel + per diem, plus payment terms and a due date.

    Can I send event planning invoices from my phone?

    Yes. Glo Invoice works on iPhone and Android, so you can invoice from the truck and get paid before the next job.

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