The Black Oak Wedding Venue - Sulphur Springs

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Audrey and Collin met through social media while she was at Texas A&amp;M and he was at TJC. They became friends and got to know each other over the course of five months. Then, in November of 2021, Collin came down to College Station, and Audrey invited him to an Aggie football game. On November 5, 2021, Collin asked Audrey to be his girlfriend. Over the next few years, they continued to travel back and forth to see each other, going on fun dates wherever and whenever they could. As sports fans, they attended many Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars games. Through always finding fun date night spots to eat, Audrey turned Collin into a foodie just like her. And even though he beat her almost every time, Collin gave Audrey a new love for board games. They laughed, learned, loved, and grew together for three years. On November 26, 2024, through a sweet and intimate proposal in her parents' backyard, Collin asked Audrey to marry him. It was the easiest yes of her life!&nbsp; After they are married in December, Audrey and Collin plan to live in Longview with their dog, Cass. They cannot wait to see what the future holds for them as they continue to laugh, learn, love, and grow together for the rest of their lives!

Our Story 

September 13, 2025Engagement PhotosPhoto Credits: Sammi Sands Photography

March 29, 2025Engagement PhotosPhoto Credits: Sammi Sands Photography

November 26, 2024The night we got engaged!

Photos

Abbey Thelen 

Brayden Hill 

Georgia Morgan 

Jackson Choate

Chloe Morgan 

Ryan Thelen

Georgia Page 

Cody Tew 

Wedding Party

Airports 

Dallas Love Field

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

These airports are located in Dallas, Texas, two hours from The Black Oak Venue.

Hotels 

Hampton Inn Sulphur Springs

Travel

What Is Cocktail Wedding Attire?

Cocktail Dresses to Add to Your Cart ASAP

What Guys Need to Know About Dress Codes

We kindly ask that guests come dressed in Cocktail Attire.No sneakers or jeans, please.

Dress Code

Downtown Sulphur Springs has so many places to eat and shop!

Downtown Sulphur Springs

Things to Do

Registry

RSVP Deadline

RSVP Deadline of November 1st.Accept with pleasure or decline with regret, either way, we would love to hear from you.

Additional Guests 

Due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate those listed on your invitation. If there is any uncertainty about who makes up your party, you can check the names of those listed when you RSVP here on the website.

Arrival Details

Guests are welcome to arrive as early as 3:15. There is parking onsite with an easy walk to the chapel. The ceremony begins at 4, so we encourage you to find your seats in the chapel by 3:45.

Weather

We have chosen a venue that offers a beautiful indoor chapel and reception space for our special day. The cocktail hour will be held inside and outside. We know December is a tricky month for weather, so we are ready to accommodate whatever comes.

Questions

Any questions before December 26th, please feel free to reach out to Audrey directly.Any questions on December 26th or on the wedding day, please get in touch with Gina Thelen, Abbey Thelen, or Misty Hill.