The Depot Smokehouse & Tavern

Rehearsal Dinner

Carlos Creek Winery

Wedding Day

Carlos Creek

Ceremony

Reception

Happy Hour

After Party

Our Wedding

Cindy Anderson, Mother of the Bride- I was lucky enough to be there the night Emily and Alex first met—at a wedding where they danced together all night long. The joy and energy between them were impossible to miss.Not long after, they went on their very first date: bowling. Emily came home in the middle of it because her skirt had ripped (as these things sometimes do), which left Alex sitting in our living room with us while she changed. I offered him a beer to break the ice—he drank it in about thirty seconds flat, which told us he either really liked beer or was just that nervous. (Maybe both.)Since that night, we’ve had the privilege of watching their love grow deeper and stronger with every passing season. They make each other laugh, lift each other up, and bring out the best in one another. We couldn’t be happier that they’ve found their forever dance partner in life.

Our Story

Photos

Elise Weir

Chase Oliger

Adrianna Dockter

Kaleb Weir

Jenna Duttenhefner

Mason Faut

Jessica Duttenhefner

McKeon Meyhoff

Paige Martino

Kale Gieske

Moira Rodriguez

Wyatt Carr

Madeline Stiles

Mikey Morris

Lindsey Martens

Grady Mauch

Amanda Schatz

Connor McGarry

Taylor Benske

Abby Iken

Lexi Davis

Wedding Party

Q + A

This is the hotel that the wedding party will be staying at. If choosing this option, you will need to call the hotel at (320) 762-1124 and ask to reserve a room in the "Anderson-Burling Wedding" block by April 20, 2026.

Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center

If choosing this option, you will need to call the hotel directly to make a reservation in the Anderson/Burling wedding block by April 21, 2026.

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Alexandria

Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria

Travel

A museum containing Nordic and Native American artifacts. Famously houses the mysterious Kensington Runestone.

Runestone Museum Foundation

Connected to the hotel and is a popular family friendly waterpark.

Arrowwood Indoor Waterpark

A family friendly option that includes go karts and a mini golf course.

Casey's Amusement Park

French style restaurant with a variety of options.

La Ferme

Things to Do

Registry

What to Wear to a Semi-Formal Wedding

41 Sites to Buy Wedding Guest Dresses

The 15 Best Places to Buy a Suit

Dress Code

Emily & Alex

Emily & Alex

Travel

Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Alexandria

Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria