Emily and Matthew’s wedding at Magic Mountain was a colorful celebration from start to finish, bursting with personal touches and heartfelt moments. Captured beautifully by Vermont wedding photographer Arielle Thomas, no detail went unnoticed, from the vibrant florals to the sweet nods to the couple’s favorite music. The Event Sisters shared this beautiful celebration, the talented wedding planners behind the day, who called it one of their favorite summer weddings to date. From the stunning mountain views to the surprise fireworks, it’s easy to see why!
Where Family Memories and New Beginnings Meet
For Emily and Matthew, choosing Magic Mountain as their wedding destination was a natural decision. More than just a scenic spot, it’s a place woven with family memories and personal significance. Emily’s family has treasured this Londonderry, Vermont gem since the 1980s, making it an especially meaningful choice for the couple’s own wedding, especially since it was also the site of Emily’s grandparents’ vows. Celebrating their love there felt like a perfect full-circle moment!
Emily and Matthew’s wedding weekend began with a Friday evening rehearsal dinner at the Southern Vermont Arts Center, where guests dined at curATE to the sounds of an acoustic guitar thanks to musician James Gram. When a last-minute pie pick-up hiccup emerged, planner Katie of The Event Sisters swooped in to save the day with a quick 30-minute detour, rejoining the party with various desserts so that the evening ended on a sweet note! Later, friends and family gathered at Equinox Resort for a lively welcome party under the stars.
Vows, Views, and Fireworks at Magic Mountain
The morning of the wedding began with both Emily and Matthew getting ready at the beautiful Equinox Resort in Manchester, Vermont. Before the festivities kicked off, the couple shared an intimate first look and exchanged private vows—a quiet, meaningful moment just for the two of them. Afterward, they parted ways to join their wedding parties and make the scenic 30-minute drive to Magic Mountain, where the ceremony awaited.
The ceremony took place beneath clear skies, creating the perfect backdrop for their mountaintop celebration. Emily and Matthew were married on the Aspen Deck at the base of the Magic Mountain chairlift, with vibrant summer florals by Full Moon Blooms adding an epic burst of color. (We don’t know what we love more, the lush aisle markers or the vibrantly decorated chuppah!)
Following their vows, guests enjoyed a cocktail hour complete with artisanal hors d’oeuvres, a generous cheese board, and beverages from Magic Mountain’s bar, all set to the sounds of The Katahdin Valley Boys Bluegrass Band. A short walk led the party to a tented reception space designed as a “pop-up wedding venue,” where heartfelt speeches and a beautiful dinner by Fin Food + Bar awaited. One of the sweetest details in the reception tent was how each table featured personal nods to Emily and Matthew’s favorite musicians and songs. Beautiful blue linens from The Linen Shop set the scene, accented by delicate bud vases and hand-crafted menus designed by The Event Sisters. Together, these thoughtful touches made the space feel both elegant and deeply personal.
As the night continued, guests returned to the Aspen Deck and Tavern for dancing and a dazzling surprise: a fireworks show planned by Emily’s dad and expertly pulled off by Magic Mountain’s team. The show lit up the night sky and was an unforgettable gift for the newlyweds and their guests!
The evening wrapped with the cutting of a stunning three-tiered Lambeth style cake by Dorset Bakery (their largest cake of the 2024 wedding season!) and non-stop dancing thanks to the help of Supersounds Entertainment. Emily also changed into a dazzling, beaded mini dress perfect for dancing the night away.
For a bride who spends her days as a nurse caring for others, Emily’s wish for her wedding day was simple: to feel like a bride, free to fully experience the joy of her wedding day. Matthew, in turn, hoped to feel “relaxed but excited… and loved.” Judging by the smiles and laughter from these photos, we’d say those dreams were beautifully fulfilled.
Congratulations, Emily and Matthew, on your gorgeous wedding day!
Vendors
Venue: Magic Mountain Ski Area, Planners: The Event Sisters, Catering: Fin Food + Bar, Florals: Full Moon Blooms, Photographer: Arielle Thomas Photography, Videographer: Matthew Binginot Creations, Officiant: Brattleboro Area Jewish Community – Congregation Shir Heharim, Dessert: Dorset Bakery, DJ: Supersounds Entertainment, Cocktail hour musicians: The Katahdin Valley Boys Bluegrass Band, Rentals: The Linen Shop; Celebration Rentals; and Jones Rentals, Generator: Atomic Professional Audio, Hair: Scissors + Sparrow, Make Up: Brandi Henderson-Savoy MUA, Accommodations & welcome party: Equinox Resort, Restroom rentals: Preferred Restrooms, Transportation: Dufour Transportation.
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