Venues Blog
10 Best Venues for your Grand Rapids Wedding
taylor.kraai | September 6, 2016The city of Grand Rapids paved its way into our hearts after we executed one of our all-time favorite cover shoots there.
The Wedding Story of Mekayla & Chris Eppers
Kathy Jonas | August 10, 2016A recent graduate of Albion College in Michigan, Mekayla Fawn Diehl was working her fifth season at the Elcona Country Club at the July 4 Bash and Buffet when Chris Eppers and his parents and four brothers sat down in her section. When Chris’s mom asked her about her knee brace, Mekayla explained that she was in rehab after four years of college volleyball. After dinner, Chris invited her to play on his sand volleyball team. When the team turned out to be full, he called her and asked her out to dinner.
The Wedding Story of Billy and Amanda Khorshid
Jenna Nelson | June 22, 2016It's a rarity these days to meet couples who were high school sweethearts and later became husband and wife. It's even more rare when the couple attended grade school, high school AND college together!
A Decade Worth Celebrating: 10-Year Anniversary Cover Shoot at the Palais Royale
Jenna Nelson | April 21, 2016Grand occasions deserve grand-scale attention. Ten-year anniversaries deserve celebrations, champagne and a cover shoot at one of the most historical and beloved venues in the area. And that’s precisely how WeddingDay Magazine is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year! Our vision for this shoot was to go above and beyond—to be upscale, elegant and extraordinary.
The Wedding Story of Brian & Swapna Eisinger
Kathy Jonas | April 20, 2016Swapna Musunuru and Brian Eisinger’s wedding was a lavish two-day affair combining the bold colors and traditions of an Indian wedding with the history and charm of downtown South Bend
The Wedding Story of Luke and Brittney Schiller
Jenna Nelson | April 13, 2016Most couples make the decision to get married after they have determined that they are simply meant to be. Sometimes it's the circumstances that tell us what's meant to be and sometimes it can only be described as a feeling.
The Wedding Story of Josh and Mallory Kuiper
Jenna Nelson | March 30, 2016The allure of Fourth of July weddings hail from having an opportunity to celebrate two things: love and freedom. The Fourth of July becomes an even more special occasion and holds a deeper meaning for those who serve in the military.
The Wedding Story of Ryan and Taylor Kraai
Jenna Nelson | January 6, 2016We couldn't resist the Grand Rapids goodness of this wedding! Ryan and Taylor Kraai were married in the City Flats Ballroom, a stylish boutique hotel reception space in the heart of the city. Taylor credits the perfection of her wedding to her exceptionally talented vendors who wholeheartedly brought her vision to life. We can't get enough of the metallic sequin details and Taylor's genuinely happy smile!
The Wedding Story of... Ashley & Andy Misner
WeddingDay | March 3, 2015Ashley Ganz and Andy Misner met as sophomores through mutual friends at Ball State University. Although at first they engaged in just friendly banter, Ashley soon set her sights on becoming much more than just friends.
The Wedding Story of... Susan & Brian Bouggy
WeddingDay | March 3, 2015When Brian Bouggy and Susan Hentschel met through a mutual friend while attending Purdue University, they didn’t think much of it. They remained acquaintances during school. It wasn’t until moving to Indianapolis after graduation, the two reunited and quickly became an item.