Tandale Nature Barn

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail hour

Reception

Fall

This same weekend as our wedding, Brighton is holding a large event downtown. There will most likely be lots of traffic, so please plan accordingly!

RSVP DEADLINE

Will you be joining the party? Please RSVP by August 15th, 2025. This will help us get organized and plan a day full of love, fun, and lots of food!

Our Wedding

Registry

Q + A

Kindly note: We initially contracted a block at The Courtyard by Marriot in Brighton, but unfortunately, the hotel is now almost full. If you have difficulty booking at The Courtyard Marriot, please see alternative hotel options to help make your stay as seamless as possible. Thank you for your patience—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!  Below hotel accommodations is shuttle service info!

•You can select only Saturday night if needed •Website link will take you to book in our block If this hotel is booked, please see other options below

The Courtyard by Marriot

Unfortunately, the event in Brighton is causing the hotels in the area to book up fast. If this hotel is fully booked upon booking your room, please see another hotel option below. PSA!!! If you choose to stay at this hotel, there will not be a shuttle service provided to and from the venue. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brighton South - US 23 by IHG

PSA!!! If you choose to stay at this hotel, there will not be a shuttle service provided to and from the venue. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Wingate By Wyndham

***Transportation: A shuttle service will be provided for transportation to and from the reception to the Courtyard by Marriot. Shuttle pick up before reception is 2:05PM AND 2:50PM (3:30 ceremony so if you plan to go to ceremony please plan accordingly) and shuttle pick up times after reception 10:30PM through 2:00AM. (Reception ends at 11:00pm)• NOTE: if you stay at the Wingate or Holiday Inn, there will not be a shuttle provided.***

Travel

It all began in January 2019, when we went on our first date. It was a night that changed our lives forever. From that very first conversation, we felt an undeniable connection, like we had known each other for years. As the evening went on, we shared laughter and life stories, and almost instantly, we both knew that this was the start of something truly special. We never wanted that night to end, so, we drove around, listening to our favorite music until it was finally time to go our separate ways. Not for long, though…our second date was only two days later!! It didn’t take long for us to fall hard and fast, we began building a friendship that turned into a once-in-a-lifetime kind of love. Our love story feels like something out of a fairy tale, filled with adventure, warmth, and so much love. From spontaneous weekend getaways to Grand Haven and new cities, to cozy nights in with our sweet dog, Zeus, every moment spent together is a treasure. We love exploring new places, trying new foods, and spending time with friends and family, creating memories that we’ll cherish forever. It’s not just the big moments, but the everyday ones. Cooking dinner together, sharing stories, and cuddling up on the couch, that have solidified our love. What makes our journey even more beautiful is the love and support from our families and close friends. They recognized early on that we were meant to be, and their embrace of our relationship has made our bond even stronger. We genuinely love each others friends and families, embracing them as our own, creating traditions, laughter, and shared memories. As we get ready to say “I do,” we can’t wait to celebrate our forever together, surrounded by the people who mean the most to us. Here’s to a lifetime of love, adventure, and countless memories!

Alana + Lucas

Alana + Lucas

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