ELEVATED Entertainment WEDDING BLOG
The Jacksons
11.02.2024
Emily & Andrew's Cozy Fall Wedding at Dry Creek Chapel
Emily and Andrew said “I do” at the beautiful Dry Creek Chapel, surrounded by crisp fall air and the warm support of their friends and family.
Their ceremony took place in the venue’s open-air chapel, a space that feels especially magical in the fall. With a gentle breeze moving through the trees and the rustic chapel as their backdrop, the setting couldn’t have been more fitting for such a heartfelt moment.
Fall Details with a Personal Touch
Emily and Andrew fully embraced the cozy charm of a fall wedding. Pumpkins were thoughtfully incorporated throughout the venue, adding just the right seasonal touch without taking away from the natural beauty of the space.
One of our favorite details from the day was their guest book — a vinyl record that guests signed throughout the evening. It was such a fun and unique way to capture well wishes from their loved ones, and it will no doubt become a keepsake they’ll treasure for years to come.
The Celebration
After the ceremony, guests gathered for a relaxed reception that felt more like a celebration with close friends and family than a traditional all-night dance party.
There was light dancing, plenty of laughter, and lots of time spent catching up with loved ones — exactly the kind of atmosphere Emily and Andrew envisioned for their day.
We had the pleasure of providing DJ services for the reception, creating the perfect ambiance for their evening of celebration. We also included one of our favorite additions: the audio guestbook. Throughout the evening, guests picked up the phone to leave messages, stories, and well wishes the newlyweds can listen back to for years to come.
A Day That Felt True to Them
Emily and Andrew’s wedding was a beautiful reminder that the best weddings are the ones that truly reflect the couple. Between the cozy fall setting, thoughtful details, and a celebration centered around the people they love most, their day felt warm, genuine, and completely their own.
We were so honored to be part of their celebration and to help bring their vision to life at Dry Creek Chapel.
Congratulations to the Jacksons!
THE COUPLES SONG CHOICES:
Ceremony Preludes - songs played as the guests arrive and seated
There Is Power In The Blood - Alan Jackson
Magic (Piano Cover by Costantino Carrara) - Coldplay
The Old Rugged Cross - Loretta Lynn
Kiss the Girl (Instrumental Version) The O'Neill Brothers
Ceremony- Pre-Processional - Played as the honored family members walk down the aisle -
Love Your Love The Most - Eric Church - for everyone but bride (no wedding party)
Ceremony- Bride Song - Played as the bride walks down the aisle- can be same as Processional
Once Upon a Dream - Piano Relaxium
Ceremony Recessional - Played as the newlyweds and their bridal party exit back down the aisle
Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I'm Yours) - Stevie Wonder
Introduction of Couple to Reception - Enter Sandman - Metallica
First Dance - First Dance - Corey Smith
Father- Daughter Dance - Butterfly Kisses - Bob Carlisle
Mother- Son Dance - My Wish - Rascal Flatts
Cake Cutting - I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho) - Pitbull
Group Last Dance - Dixieland Delight - Alabama
Private Last Dance - La Vie En Rose - Emily Watts
COUPLE’S “MUST PLAY” REQUESTS:
Smack That - Akon
Good One Comin' On - Blackberry Smoke
The Cover Of Rolling Stone - Dr Hook
London Bridge - Fergie
Promiscuous - Furtado, Nelly Feat. Timbaland
Family Tradition - Hank Williams, Jr.
Night Moves - Seger, Bob & The Silver Bullet Band
Baby Don't Lie - Stefani, Gwen
T-R-O-U-B-L-E - Tritt, Travis
On My Mama - Victoria Monét
VENDOR TEAM:
Venue: Dry Creek Chapel
Photo: Pinnacle Photography (all photos on this page are credited to them)
Florals: Magnolias Flower Farm
Cake: Sherri's Bakery
