Some love stories begin close to home. Others cross countries, continents and oceans before arriving at the moment when two people stand together and promise to spend their lives with one another. For Alix and Emmett, that journey began thousands of kilometres from the Okanagan in Dublin, Ireland, where a Canadian girl and an American …
From Dublin to the Okanagan: Alix & Emmett’s Love Story Read More »
Some love stories begin across a crowded room. Others begin through mutual friends, a chance encounter, or a first date neither person quite expected. Angelina and Gavin’s began somewhere much less conventional: in a virtual world, when they were just 13 years old. What may have seemed at first like two teenagers simply meeting through …
From a Virtual World to Forever: Angelina & Gavin’s 10-Year Love Story Read More »
When rain threatened to derail Brittney and Dusty’s outdoor wedding, an unexpected turn in the weather—and a very determined toddler—created one of the most heartfelt ceremonies imaginable. There is a common misconception that a wedding has to be perfect to be beautiful. Perfect weather. Perfect timing. Everything unfolding exactly as planned. But some of …
When Love Goes Off Script: Brittney & Dusty’s Beautiful July Wedding Read More »
Some weddings are remembered for elaborate décor, grand venues, or breathtaking floral displays. Others are remembered for something far more meaningful. On June 13, 2026, Deanna Colbeck and Andre Cranston stood together on a simple brick patio at The Castle at Swan Lake Hotel overlooking the North Okanagan. There were no extravagant decorations, no elaborate staging, …
Finding Love in the Most Unexpected Places: A Wedding That Proved Love Is All You Need Read More »
Summer is one of the most popular times of year to say “I do,” and for good reason. The Okanagan offers beautiful vineyard settings, lakeside venues, mountain backdrops, and long sunny days that create the perfect atmosphere for celebrating love. While many couples spend months planning the reception details, the ceremony itself remains the most …
The 5 Most Meaningful Wedding Ceremony Moments Couples Are Choosing This Summer Read More »
There’s a quiet disconnect happening in modern weddings—and most couples don’t realize it until after the day has passed. You spend months (or years) planning your venue, your dress, your guest list, your music. Every detail is carefully curated. Every moment is considered. And then comes the ceremony—the very reason everyone is gathered. It lasts …
The Ceremony Gap: Why Most Weddings Miss the Moment (and How to Get It Right) Read More »
When couples begin planning their wedding, it’s natural to focus on the big, exciting elements—the venue, the food, the music, the celebration that follows. After all, the reception is where the party happens. But here’s something many couples don’t realize until after the day has passed: The ceremony is the moment everyone remembers. It may …
When couples begin planning a wedding, the focus often goes straight to the big visual elements — the venue, the flowers, the décor, the menu, and the music. Those details help create a beautiful day, but they are not the heart of the wedding. The ceremony is. It’s the moment when two people make a …
Why Your Wedding Ceremony Matters More Than You Think Read More »
Spring has a way of stirring something in us. After the stillness of winter, the world begins to open again — soft blossoms, longer light, fresh air, and that unmistakable feeling of renewal. It’s a season that speaks of hope, growth, and new beginnings. It’s no wonder spring is such a cherished time to be …
Spring Weddings in the Okanagan: Crafting a Ceremony Full of Meaning in 2026 Read More »
Happy New Year! 🎉 As we step into 2026, many of us are feeling the pull toward fresh beginnings, intentional choices, and gatherings that feel deeply meaningful. For couples and families across the Okanagan, this new year is already inspiring a return to what matters most — connection, authenticity, and celebrating life’s milestones in ways …
Starting 2026 with Heart: Designing Personal Ceremonies in the Okanagan Read More »
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Cherished Ceremonies is a premier Okanagan Valley-based Life Cycle Celebrations company, creating heartfelt weddings, celebrations, and ceremonies, that you and your loved ones will remember for a lifetime.
