New Orleans Wedding Planning Tools

Guide to New Orleans Weddings: A Tool Kit

New Orleans knows how to celebrate like no place else. Still the question “Why didn’t we just elope?” probably occurs to every couple at least once during the wedding process. To keep the drama that surrounds every wedding to a minimum, we’ve gathered together a checklist, a budget breakdown, legal information, FAQs and much more. It’s your wedding. Have a ball, y’all.

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Budget Breakdown

Staying within your budget is key to newly married bliss. Before you set your heart on anything, sit down with your partner and discuss how much you are prepared to spend. Think about what you...
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Checklist

The key to a happy wedding experience is organization – especially when you’re planning a destination wedding. Let our experienced wedding expert help you with your dream day.
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Destination Wedding Guide Digital Copy

See what makes New Orleans the most unique, culturally inspiring and entertaining destination to hold a wedding,...

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New Orleans Destination Wedding Guide Cover 2018

Second Line Parades

Dance through the Streets of New Orleans!

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Marriage License & Legal Essentials

Here's all you need to do to make it legal with city services.
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Calendar

New Orleans celebrates all year round with festivals, concerts, music shows, second lines and parades. Click here to see the New Orleans events calendar.
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Complimentary Assistance

Allow us to assist in contacting hotels, venues and more for your group accommodations of 10 or more and receive a complimentary pair of New Orleans wedding beads.
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Elopement Packages

An intimate New Orleans wedding just for the two of you

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Vendors by Category

Ceremonies

New Orleans has a variety of venues to fit every wedding.
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Reception

Whether you're looking for a place that is traditional, contemporary, simple or grand, here are local wedding venues that will fit your style and budget.
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Florists

Since ancient times when brides have carried bouquets of strong herbs to drive away malevolent spirits, flowers have been an important part of the wedding ceremony. Click here to find the best...
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Catering

New Orleans is known for its amazing food, and your wedding guests will continue to discuss your reception menu way past the last dance. Fill the chafing dishes with crawfish pies, jambalaya and other...
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Cakes & Bakeries

New Orleans is known for baking up layers of love. Here is a list of local wedding cake bakers and bakeries.
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Wedding and Event Planners

Looking for a wedding planner for your big day? Need help arranging your second-line parade? Click here for a list of wedding and event planners in New Orleans.
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Dresses

Although you’ll only wear it for one day, this is the most important day of your life. You deserve a dress worthy of this occasion.
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Entertainment

Impress your guests with a night to remember.
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Favors

Wedding lagniappe (a little something extra) for your guests.
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Music (Bands & DJs)

There’s more to wedding music than “Here Comes the Bride.” Fortunately, music is a huge part of our culture here and you have lots of options.
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Officiants

You know who you’ll marry but who will marry you? The officiant sets the tone for the wedding ceremony. Whether you want traditional “I dos” or to write your own vows, avoid...
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Photographers & Videographers

In New Orleans, the possibilities are endless with grand plantations, enchanting gardens and breathtaking architecture. New Orleans can provide the perfect backdrop to commemorate this special time in...
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Rentals

Your love is forever, but your need for 100 champagne flutes will only last one day. Tents. Chairs. Archways. Linens. China. Stemware. Dance floors. You have a vision; the New Orleans vendors below...
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Stationery

New Orleans’ stationery and printing shops have everything you need for engagement party, shower and wedding invitations, save the dates, place cards, thank you notes and more.
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Transportation

Arrive in style at your New Orleans wedding.
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