Jada and Daniel pivoted their original (pre-COVID) wedding plans to celebrate with loved ones at a family lakelot. On a warm, sunny day, their backyard celebration came to life with the help of the Cory Christopher and the CC Team, who both designed the event and provided florals.

The evening featured a show-stopping yurt, food truck catering, dancing under the stars and a fireworks display!

Credits:

• Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Venue: Private Residence
• Décor Design + Florist: Cory Christopher
• Officiant: Dawn Carter
• Photographer: Dallas Curow Photography
• Videographer: Arrow Films
• Food Truck: Curbside Food Truck 
• Bartending: The Bottled Bronco
• Cake: Triple L Cakes
• Rentals: Special Event Rentals
• Hair Stylist: Goldie Salon (Shayla Chalifoux)
• Makeup Artists: Filament Hair Inc.

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Team JBW  |  Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management, Edmonton Wedding Planners

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic made backyard weddings the new norm, Lisa + Alex chose to celebrate their marriage with an intimate guest list at Lisa’s childhood home. Their vision for the soirée was a relaxed evening with their favourite people, dining al fresco and dancing under the stars!

If you’re planning your own backyard affair this summer, here are some of our top tips for ensuring a successful event.

1. Expert evaluation. A large, empty lawn can be deceiving – involve an expert to evaluate your space for grade and access to power, and to advise you on the right tent, layout and rental requirements.
2. Bathroom basics. If you don’t like the idea of guests coming in and out of your home to use the washrooms, consider renting portable toilets. The options have expanded over the years and now there are luxury models available with fantastic lighting and ventilation.
3. Be a good neighbour. If neighbours aren’t invited but may be affected by your wedding (more traffic/cars parked on the street, noise late into the evening) it’s courteous to let them know you’re hosting a big event.
4. Consider guest comfort. Use your wedding invitations to inform guests the events are outdoors so they can prepare accordingly. Having sunscreen, fans, bug repellent, lap blankets and umbrellas on hand will make you the ideal host.
5. Prep a ‘Plan B’. Weather in Alberta is unpredictable – be prepared for the worst case scenario. Rent extra tents in case of rain, heaters for chilly evenings and fans to help cool down a hot day.
6. Hire help. You want to enjoy your wedding day so let others handle decorating, bartending, catering, serving and clean-up. Hiring professionals will allow you to relax and avoid placing this burden on family and friends.

Credits:

• Wedding Day Management: Jennifer Bergman Weddings
• Officiant: Howard Saunders
• Photographer: Jacinta Daniele Photography
• Catering: Stir Catering
• Dessert Food Truck: Ohana Donuts
• Florist: Laurels on Whyte
• Rentals (Dinnerware): Special Event Rentals
• Rentals (Chairs, Tables): All West Wedding Rentals
• Hair + Makeup: Filament Hair Inc.

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Elyse, Lead Coordinator | Jennifer Bergman Weddings
Edmonton Wedding Day Management
Edmonton Backyard Wedding