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Elopement Planning Resources
All elopement, wedding, travel and resource articles organized by date
Northland Country Club Wedding
Nestled in the beauty of Duluth, Minnesota, Kelsey and Mike celebrated their wedding at the Northland Country Club. Surrounded by the lush greenery of the luxury golf course, their day reflected warmth and a genuine sense of togetherness.
Greysolon by Blackwoods Wedding
The Greysolon Ballroom is an iconic wedding venue in Duluth, MN, offering a luxury backdrop for couples seeking a touch of elegance for their wedding day. For Meaghan and Eric, this historic location became the cornerstone of their wedding day journey. There’s no better place to host a winter wedding in Duluth than Greysolon in my opinion.
Jay Cooke State Park Wedding
This park is truly underrated for small weddings and elopements in my opinion. It’s proximity to Duluth, MN makes it a great option for couples wanting to get married in an old glacial carved landscape full of water features, woods with endless craggy rocks and pebble beaches.
North Cascades National Park Wedding • Kaycee + Jordan
We met them in the parking lot of the North Cascades National Park Visitor Center where Kaycee got into her dress, did some final wedding day preparations and from there we set off on their elopement adventure.
A Hobbit Wedding
Mkay, Y’all ready to see the most incredible Hobbit Wedding literally EVER!
Knowing they wanted their wedding day to feel like Bilbo's birthday party (from the Lord of the Rings movie), minus the impending threat of unspeakable evil—a Hobbit styled wedding was a no-brainer. Surrounded by people they love, lots of good food and medievel tavern music.
Minnesota Wedding • Chelsey + Garrett
Hosting their Elopement wedding in Minnesota along North Shore was a no-brainer for Chelsey and Garrett. Incorporating their love of travel and exploring new parks with their dog, the mix of awe-inspiring views and adventure were perfect for their wedding day!
Val + Brandon’s Burlap & Bells Wedding
Valerie and Brandon always knew they wanted a non-traditional wedding and to be married in a tree grove. So when they stumbled across Burlap & Bells they just knew this was the place they were going to get married.
Kristin + Paul’s Lutsen Resort Wedding
Every part of their day was intentional; from the location of the ceremony overlooking Lake Superior, to the local vendors all the way down to their Red Wing boots - every detail was inspired by their love for Minnesota! Gripped with anticipation as we hiked down the path towards the pebble beach, we were completely taken back by the view! This has to be the best beach in Lutsen, the absolute perfect place to celebrate their union!
Leif Erickson Park Wedding
Are you planning your small wedding or elopement and want somewhere to explore on your wedding day, or maybe you just want some killer views without traveling out of state?! Duluth is totally worth a look!!! It’s where adventure meets the city.
Door County Wedding
Surrounded by their closest friends & family reveling in all the organic- woodsy vibes, they committed themselves to forever & it was AMAZING! Am I allowed to pick favorites??!!! Because this definitely was my favorite outdoor wedding adventure’s of 2018!! Love these guys so dang much!! <3
Wedding at the Historic John P. Furber Farm
Kendra & Andy have been loving each other long distance for a few years now, and are so excited to finally be married & making plans for her to move to California & be on base with him when she graduates college!! Andy is a Marine out of Cali, these two are so incredibly in love, having only spent weekends together for most of their relationship, with only a short time living in the same town for about a month.
Wisconsin Outdoor Wedding
They picked out a beautiful spot on their property, just at the tree line, with a peak of the river slipping through. Surrounded by all their guest’s, Erik and Alexa vowed to forever together, it was truly a beautiful experience. After the ceremony, we hopped on the wheeler and headed down to the rocky shoreline for a little adventuring. Followed by their first dance, delicious dessert and a big ol’ bonfire, we finished the evening with a captivating lantern ceremony!
Burlap and Bells Wedding
On a warm August afternoon at Burlap & Bells in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, Appy & Eric declared their forever love to each other. Surrounded by tall pines, tiki torches & live music, their bohemian style wedding in the woods was surreal!
The Hidden Meadow and Barn Wedding in Wisconsin
With a stunning backdrop of the rolling hills, Marissa & Zack broke the mold of the traditional Wisconsin outdoor wedding with this unique octagon barn & adjacent rustic outside ceremony spot at The Hidden Meadow & Barn in Pepin, WI.
Wedding at Rusty’s Hitchin’ Post in New Richmond, WI
Russell & Meggie said their "I do's" on a warm summer day at a modern & sleek barn venue in New Richmond, WI. Meggie's fully laced sheath style wedding dress, paired with her loose updo & deep red wild bouquet, was absolutely stunning!
Wedding at the Hilltop in Spring Green, Wisconsin
The Hilltop in Spring Green, WI - where elegance meets rustic charm. Ashley & Jimmy first met during the magic of a full moon, both being photographers, they shared a mutual love of art & nature.
West Bend, WI Wedding
Just north of Milwaukee at a wildlife conservatory in Eastern WI in West Bend, is where Katie & Ryan said their I do’s. Rain filled woodsy vibes were a perfect compliment to this Wisconsin barn wedding!
Camp St. Croix Wedding • Anna + Dan
Surrounded by trees, cabins, fields & so much GLITTER! Anna planned the perfect glam in the woods summer wedding at Camp St. Croix in Hudson, WI! Amongst the tallest pines in the area, Anna and Dan declared their forever love for each other in the camps outdoor amphitheater.
Dellwood Barn Wedding
This classy, farm-style wedding was a personal favorite of mine this summer at Dellwood Barn in St. Paul, MN. From the brides wild flower bouquet to the vintage place settings for dinner, every detail was perfectly thought out.
Ashley + Frankie’s Maxwell Mansion Wedding
This is the story of the hawk & the butterfly… Ashley & Frankie first met when they were kids & dated briefly in high school. Although, it wasn’t the right time for them just yet, they went on & slowly grew apart only to reconnect stronger than ever a few years later.