Welcome Party - Watermark Brewery

Etre Farms

Wedding Day

Ceremony & Reception

Our Wedding

OUR STORY

Landon and Elena first crossed paths at an Elmhurst College football game during the homecoming tailgate. The atmosphere was electric, filled with excitement and celebration. They found themselves hanging out together throughout the day and continued to enjoy each other's company. Their next meeting happened while both were coaching a girls' basketball summer camp at Batavia High School. Landon approached Elena, asking how the rest of her year had gone. Elena, trying to place him, thought, “Wait, who is this guy?” Despite the initial confusion, Landon and Elena began to build a strong chemistry while working together to develop the freshman squad. The girls at camp noticed their connection and, during their team trip to Purdue, broke out in song to out the budding relationship between their coaches. From that point on, Landon and Elena's bond only grew stronger. They shared many fun dates and adventures, eventually moving in together and adopting their adorable fur baby, Lefty. After 5 years of dating, Landon and Elena took a trip to one of their favorite spots, Sedona, Arizona. During a serene hike through the stunning red rocks, trees, and streams, Landon got down on one knee and asked Elena to marry him. Elena then exclaimed, "WTF!" Followed by an excited "YES!". The beauty of the landscape reflected the peacefulness of the moment as they both enjoyed this unforgettable experience together.

Our Story

Bridesmaids

Marissa Thuer

Kaley Lorenz

Mia Riese

Emma Nelson

Courtney O'Donnell

Maggie Grady

Gina Offerman

Carlee Simpson

Tia Cabrera

Amanda Brewer

Groomsman

Shane Bruni

Trey Bruni

John Ragano

Hezekiah White

Jason Toth

Coleton Hrgich

Alex Johnson

Scott Cabrera

Kyle Claver

Wedding Party

Registry

Photos

We recommend booking your hotel stay as soon as possible as July is peak season for the St. Joseph area.

Hampton Inn &amp; Suites is about a 10 minute drive to the venue. Our hotel block is now full. You are still welcome to stay at this hotel, but you will have to book separately. There is also a complementary breakfast with the bride and groom the Saturday following the wedding. There will be a shuttle offered to and from the venue from this hotel. Pickup from the hotel at 4:40pm.

Hampton Inn & Suites Benton Harbor

Best Western Benton Harbor St. Joseph is about a 10 minute drive to the venue. This hotel offers an indoor pool, outdoor pool, and a hot tub! The hotel also has complimentary breakfast. You can book using the link below. Or you may call the hotel directly at (269)925-3000 and request to book as part of the Cabrera/Bruni Wedding. Cutoff date to book using the room block is June 11th, 2025. There will be a shuttle offered to and from the venue from this hotel.

Best Western Benton Harbor-St. Joseph

The Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites is a new hotel in the area and is just over a 10 minute drive to the venue. You can book using the link below. Or you may also call the hotel at (269)281-8300, Option 0. Cutoff date to book is June 19th, 2025. There will be a shuttle offered to and from the venue from this hotel.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Stevensville Benton Harbor, an IHG Hotel

The three hotels above are the only hotels we have contracted room blocks with. You are free to stay at other hotels/ Airbnbs if you would prefer. Shuttle service provided to all three hotels. Beginning at 3:50pm at Hampton Inn.

Where to Stay

Q + A

Well-maintained beach with playgrounds, splash pad, and indoor carousel, complemented by a long pier, lighthouse, and sunset views over the lake.

Silver Beach County Park

Beach in Saint-Joseph Michigan with historic lighthouses.

Tiscornia Park - St. Joseph

Things to Do

Crate &amp; Barrel: https://www.crateandbarrel.com/gift-registry/elena-cabrera-and-landon-bruni/r7193370

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/wedding/share/elenaandlandon2025

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Elena & Landon

Elena & Landon

Things to Do

Silver Beach County Park

Tiscornia Park - St. Joseph