Best of Vermont Weddings 2025: Elopements & Microweddings

One of our favorite times of the year is officially here: the Vermont Weddings Best Of Series! And we couldn’t imagine a more meaningful category to celebrate than micro weddings and elopements. There’s something undeniably special about days that strip things back to what matters most:  the two of you, your love story, and a setting that feels just right. From mountaintop vows and lakeside ceremonies to cozy backyard celebrations and intimate gatherings with your closest people, these celebrations prove that small can still feel incredibly grand and special.

More than just intimate by nature, micro weddings and elopements reflect intentional choices, deep connection, and a focus on moments that feel authentic. This Best Of category highlights the celebrations that embraced simplicity, intimacy, and heart in the most beautiful ways. Whether you’re planning something small or simply dreaming of a wedding day that feels personal, scroll through these inspiring moments and vote for your favorite at the end of this blog post.

What Is the Vermont Weddings Best Of Series?

Each year, the Vermont Weddings Best Of Series celebrates the incredible creativity and talent of Vermont wedding professionals, venues, and the real wedding moments that made this past wedding season unforgettable. It’s part inspiration, part celebration, and part Reader’s Choice awards. Browse the entries below, discover standout weddings and vendors from across Vermont, and cast your vote using the form at the end of this post. Once voting closes, our team will reveal the Reader’s Choice winners and celebrate everything that made the 2025 wedding season oh so special!

Lakeside Love Story

Beautiful sunshine, calm Lake Champlain waters, and only the people who matter most. This Shelburne Farms micro wedding is a perfect reminder that smaller celebrations often hold the biggest magic.

Photographer: Sam Simon Imaging

Snowy & Sweet

On a snowy St. Albans day, Breanna and Kristina gathered their closest 20 loved ones at Jeff’s Restaurant for a micro wedding that felt effortlessly right. With just one month of planning, their celebration proves that love and great timing are all you really need.
 
Photographer: Madison Anne Studio
 
Flowers: Howard’s The Flower Shop
 
Venue: Jeff’s Restaurant
 
Hair and Makeup: M.i.l.a Beauty
 
Attire: Fiori Bridal Boutique

Small Wedding, Big Emotions

When your wedding takes place in the backyard with just your closest people, a few things might slip through the cracks, like remembering the bouquet at the altar. Equal parts hilarious and heartfelt, this moment captures the full spectrum of wedding day emotions in one unforgettable shot.

Photographers: Love Wins Photography

Rock-Solid Love

Courtney and Kate eloped at Burlington’s Oakledge Park in December 2025, embracing the quiet beauty of winter along Lake Champlain. Together, they wandered the park until they found a spot that felt just right, standing before snow-dusted rocks for their ceremony before heading out along the shoreline for portraits.

Photographer: Julia Ellie Photo

Officiant: Christy Liddy, J.P.

Happily Ever Afterglow

Some images say everything without needing a single word. This one holds the adventure of this couple’s elopement day, the closeness of the moment, and the exact spot where their vows became real, all in one unforgettable frame.

Photographer: Eaton Photo

Falling Inn Love

Devin and Jorge’s elopement day began at Blind Tiger, where the couple got ready together inside the beautifully restored historic inn, originally built in 1881. As they moved through the hotel that morning, warm congratulations from fellow guests and inn staff added to the celebratory energy, but what stands out most are their perfectly paired outfits and the unmistakable excitement they carried into the start of their day.

Photographer: MoHo Photo

Florals: Tipsy Tulip Designs

Getting Ready: Blind Tiger Burlington

An Intimate Mount Philo Wedding

Amy and Andy made their way to the summit of Mount Philo State Park for their wedding day. With their two pups by their side, the couple exchanged vows surrounded by sweeping views and the quiet beauty of Vermont below. Afterward, they settled into the park’s iconic Adirondack chairs, taking a moment to soak it all in

Florals, Officiant & Photographer: Carmen George Weddings

Location: Mount Philo State Park

The Coziest Kind of Forever

Sugarbush is known for its world-class slopes and winter charm, but on this day, it became the setting for a beautifully intimate love story. Surrounded by snow and glowing in backlit winter light, this moment feels completely private, like time slowed down and the world fell away, leaving only the two of them!

Photographer: Ben Hudson Photography

Venue: Sugarbush Resort

Petals and a Perfect Moment

On their eleventh anniversary, Deanna and Cam got married surrounded by their immediate family and sweeping views of the Northeast Kingdom. Pine trees danced in the sunny late-summer breeze as the two exchanged their vows, and they shared a sunset adventure at the iconic Lake Willoughby to end the day.

Photographer: Hazelton Creative

Venue: Lake Willoughby + Private Residence

Florist: Inch by Inch Permaculture

Hair + Makeup: Beauty Artistry by Natalia 

Jewelry/Rings: Claus Jewelry

Late Fall Love

Held on the cusp of Vermont’s beloved stick season, this intimate microwedding embraces the quiet beauty of late fall. Rolling hills and muted foliage set a cozy, understated backdrop

Venue: Mountain Top Resort

Photographer: Idena Beach

Above the Clouds

Rain poured as this couple reached the summit of the Stowe Gondola for their vows, but instead of pausing, they leaned fully into the moment. Wrapped in mist and surrounded by moody mountain views, their elopement unfolded with a cinematic, almost surreal energy. (Sometimes the most unforgettable wedding days are the ones that embrace the elements entirely!)

Photographer: Lillian Seibert Photography

A Love That Bloomed in Winter

Set in the heart of Stowe, this winter microwedding embraces everything we love about a snowy Vermont day. The couple cozies up in the snow, with the bride’s vibrant bouquet of pinks and reds standing out beautifully against the winter whites, an intimate moment that feels both romantic and timeless.

Venue: Stowe Village Inn

Coordinator: Lauren Soelch

Florals: M’s Wedding Flowers

Photographer: Colette Kulig Photography

Makeup & Hair: Revive Salon

Baker: Mattarello Baked Goods

Bridal look:Bridal Boutique (dress), Veilmonté Bridal Showroom (shoes/veil)

Readers Choice Awards

Now that you’ve seen our team’s picks for the best Vermont elopements and microweddings in 2025, it’s time for you to vote! We’ll share your top picks for each category at the end of the month.

An Intimate Fall Wedding at Snow Farm Vineyard in South Hero

Victoria and Connor’s wedding at Snow Farm Vineyard was the kind of celebration that reminds you why people fall in love with fall in Vermont. With the lake shimmering in the background and golden leaves underfoot, it was a day filled with beauty and heart-warming moments. Continue reading for all of this day’s special details, and see the wonderful images from Vermont wedding photographer Sam Simon Imaging.

A Beautiful Start to the Day at Snow Farm Vineyard

Victoria and Connor’s morning began with a buzz of excitement at the charming bed and breakfast on Snow Farm Vineyard’s property, where close family and friends gathered to get ready. Laughter echoed through the rooms as friends snapped Polaroids and captured sweet, behind-the-scenes memories. Amanda Sue Studios worked her magic with hair and makeup, creating natural looks that highlighted each person’s beauty. Each bridesmaid wore a velvet burgundy dress in the silhouette of their choice, perfect for fall and beautifully coordinated with the bouquets Victoria created!

Before the ceremony, Victoria and Connor shared a heartfelt first look, complete with private vows. The photos from this part of the day are so moving; it’s hard not to get misty-eyed seeing the raw joy and love between the pair!

The ceremony took place near the peaceful shores of Lake Champlain, with sweeping water views and the soft rustle of fall leaves setting the scene. Guests were seated on wooden benches, and cozy blankets were thoughtfully provided for anyone feeling the chill of the crisp autumn air. After saying “I do,” Victoria and Connor signed their marriage license and shared a sweet mini celebration with their closest family and friends. In true Vermont fashion, they then climbed aboard a tractor (yes, really!) for a joyful, scenic ride down the road to cocktail hour, smiling the whole way.

Comfort Food and Custom Cocktails to Kick Off the Night

Cocktail hour was a delicious affair, with guests mingling among the grape vines and soaking in the golden autumn light. The Roving Feast served up a mouthwatering spread, and one standout that had everyone talking was the poutine, a fun and cozy nod to Quebec’s most popular comfort food. To sip, guests chose from three signature cocktails: a refreshing strawberry basil margarita, a floral lavender bee’s knees, or a warm and classic maple old-fashioned. Being at a vineyard, of course, there was also local wine aplenty!

Just steps away, the reception tent welcomed guests with a warm and inviting glow. Twinkling string lights cast a romantic ambiance, while colorful bud vases filled with hand-arranged florals by Victoria herself added a personal and vibrant touch to each table. At the heart of the tent, a parquet dance floor promised a night of celebration and unforgettable dance moves. 

When guests needed to take a break from dancing, they made their way to a cozy fire pit, where Adirondack chairs and good conversation awaited. With Vermont’s crisp fall air settling in, it was the perfect spot to warm up and soak in the magic of the evening under the stars.

Congratulations, Victoria and Connor, on your beautiful day!

Vendors

Venue: Snow Farm Vineyard, Photographer: Sam Simon Imaging, Catering: The Roving Feast, Cake: Belleville Bakery, Hair and Makeup: Amanda Sue Studios, Rings: Periwinkle’s (Vicki’s ring) and Rings by Luxe (Connor’s ring), Flowers: DIY by the bride & family.

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