Disney Wedding Podcast

Fairytale Weddings Guide
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Plan your ideal Disney wedding, vow renewal or anniversary with insider tips, money-saving tricks, and creative ideas from the author of "Carrie Hayward's Fairytale Weddings Guide." This weekly show also features vendor spotlights and interviews with real Disney couples.

  1. 1d ago

    #766 Nicole & Zach's BoardWalk Inn Wedding

    Planning a Walt Disney World wedding? Get inspired by Nicole and Zach's Disney Wedding Pavilion ceremony, elegant BoardWalk Inn reception, and EPCOT welcome party featuring a ride mix-in on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Soarin'! On this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, host Carrie Hayward chats with Nicole about how she planned a one-of-a-kind Disney wedding with 115 guests, stunning floral and décor, Mickey Mouse in a classic tuxedo, and unforgettable Disney experiences for family and friends. Nicole shares honest advice and real-world tips for couples planning a Disney Fairy Tale Wedding, including: ✨ Disney Wedding Pavilion ceremony: Why Nicole chose this iconic venue and incorporated traditional Jewish wedding elements. 🥂 BoardWalk Inn wedding reception: How she created a custom reception with Longwood Events, gorgeous floral arrangements, dramatic draping, and a personalized design. 🎆 EPCOT welcome party: How the couple celebrated in France at Terrasse de Fleurs before enjoying a special ride mix-in on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Soarin'. 💰 Disney wedding budget tips: How Nicole saved approximately $1,000 on wine by creating a custom menu, made strategic décor choices, and cut unnecessary expenses without sacrificing the experience. 📸 Disney wedding vendors: Why she recommends hiring an outside day-of coordinator, how she chose Dreah Photography, and why wedding content creation helped her relive the day. 🐭 Mickey Mouse at your wedding: How one character, a creative DJ, and a decades-themed flash dance kept the reception packed with unforgettable moments. 💡 Real Disney wedding planning advice: From choosing indoor venues to avoid weather anxiety to managing your guest room block, Nicole shares what worked, what surprised her, and what she recommends to future Disney couples. Plus, hear about their choreographed first dance to "Dancing Through Life" from Wicked, their unforgettable wedding vows, and the creative ways they made their celebration uniquely theirs. View photos by Dreah Photography and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/nicole-zachs-boardwalk-inn-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ Whether you're dreaming of a Disney Wedding Pavilion ceremony, a BoardWalk Inn reception, an EPCOT wedding celebration, or a magical ride mix-in for your guests, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice to help you plan your own Disney wedding. Subscribe to the Disney Wedding Podcast for real Disney wedding stories, venue inspiration, budgeting tips, and expert advice for weddings and vow renewals at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani, and Disney Cruise Line. #DisneyWedding #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #BoardWalkInnWedding #DisneyWeddingPlanning #EPCOTWedding

    #766 Nicole & Zach's BoardWalk Inn Wedding

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  3. Oct 14

    #765 Cristy & Josh's Poolside Green Wedding

    How do you plan a Walt Disney World wedding while sticking to Disney's Event Minimum and staying within your budget? On this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Disney bride Cristy Harrold shares how she and Josh planned their dream Disney wedding with a beautiful Poolside Green ceremony at Disney's BoardWalk Inn, a celebration at Terrace des Fleurs in EPCOT, a fireworks dessert party, and a ride mix-in on Remy's Ratatouille Adventure—all while keeping their spending under control! Cristy shares practical Disney wedding budget tips, including how they decided where to spend more, where they saved money, and how they worked with vendors to find options that fit their budget. In this episode, you'll learn: How Cristy and Josh stayed close to their Disney wedding Event Minimum Why keeping floral and décor simple helped them control costs How to negotiate with wedding vendors and find packages that fit your budget Why they prioritized photography, food, fireworks, and uniquely Disney experiences How they chose cost-effective menu options without sacrificing guest experience Which Disney wedding foods their guests loved, including filet sliders and the nacho bar How they incorporated videography without paying for a full package Why Poolside Green at Disney's BoardWalk Inn was the perfect ceremony venue How they planned their EPCOT fireworks dessert party at Terrace des Fleurs How a smaller guest list and a simple timeline helped make their wedding day less stressful Cristy's advice for future Disney couples who want to stick to their budget without losing the magic Whether you're planning a Disney World wedding or vow renewal, this episode is full of real-world advice to help you prioritize your spending, make the most of your Event Minimum, and create a memorable celebration that reflects what matters most to you. View photos by Kiste Photography and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/cristy-joshs-poolside-green-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ #DisneyWedding #DisneyWeddingBudget #DisneyWeddingPlanning #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #DisneyBride #DisneyWeddingTips #BoardwalkInnWedding #EPCOTWedding

    #765 Cristy & Josh's Poolside Green Wedding

  4. Oct 7

    #764 Jessica & Brendan's Sea Breeze Point Wedding

    Jessica and Brendan's Walt Disney World wedding combined a Sea Breeze Point ceremony, Living Seas Salon reception, Baymax, Disney characters, an EPCOT dessert party, fireworks, and even rides on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind and Remy's Ratatouille Adventure! In this Disney Wedding Podcast episode, Jessica shares exactly how they planned their Disney World wedding, what they spent their budget on, what they skipped, and what she wishes she had known before the big day. Jessica and Brendan chose Sea Breeze Point for their Disney wedding ceremony and Living Seas Salon at EPCOT for their reception, creating a wedding day that was unmistakably Disney while still feeling personal. Their celebration also included Pluto, Goofy and Baymax, caricature artists, a private first look, outside photography and videography, custom floral, a Disney dessert party at the France Pavilion, EPCOT fireworks, and post-wedding ride time for their guests. One of the biggest surprises? Jessica was able to request Baymax for the wedding—even though Disney doesn't provide couples with a public list of which characters are available. Baymax ended up meeting guests from a conference room at Living Seas (which he couldn't leave because of his size!), and he was still one of the most memorable parts of the celebration! Jessica also shares some fantastic Disney wedding planning advice, including: • Why Sea Breeze Point and Living Seas Salon were the perfect combination for their wedding • How they planned around Disney World crowds and spring break • Why they chose outside photographers and videographers • How they saved money on flowers, décor, invitations and favors • Why they prioritized experiences that could only happen at a Disney wedding • How they added Baymax, Pluto and Goofy to their reception • What happened when rain disrupted their EPCOT dessert party • How they handled Guardians and Remy's Ratatouille Adventure after the wedding • Why doing a first look and family photos before the ceremony was so helpful • What Jessica would do differently if she planned her Disney wedding again • The little wedding details she wishes she hadn't stressed over • Her advice for deciding what is—and isn't—worth the money at a Disney wedding If you're planning a Walt Disney World wedding or vow renewal, this real Disney bride's experience is packed with ideas and practical advice you can use while planning your own celebration. View photos by Root Weddings and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/jessica-brendans-sea-breeze-point-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ #DisneyWedding #DisneyWorldWedding #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #SeaBreezePoint #DisneyWeddingPodcast #EPCOTWedding #DisneyBride #DisneyWeddingPlanning

    #764 Jessica & Brendan's Sea Breeze Point Wedding

  5. Sep 30

    #763 Leilah & Isaac's Grand Floridian DisneyvWedding

    Disney Wedding Pavilion ceremony + Grand Floridian reception + EPCOT Germany Promenade dessert party! In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Leilah Lingel shares the story of her Walt Disney World wedding, including her 9:30 a.m. ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, reception at the Whitehall Room and Patio at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and dessert party at Germany Promenade A–D in EPCOT. Leilah and her husband planned their Disney wedding on a budget, taking advantage of a summertime Wedding Pavilion discount and choosing a Sunday morning brunch wedding. She shares how they selected their venues, saved money with outside vendors, incorporated special Disney touches, and created an unforgettable experience for their guests—including Mickey and Minnie, fireworks, and a surprise Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ride mix-in. In this episode, you'll hear all about: ✨ Why Leilah chose the Disney Wedding Pavilion for her ceremony ✨ Her Grand Floridian Whitehall Room and Patio reception ✨ Their EPCOT Germany Promenade dessert party ✨ How they saved money while still creating a magical Disney wedding ✨ Their favorite wedding foods—including the famous churro Mickey waffles ✨ Choosing Mickey and Minnie's rose gold outfits for the reception ✨ Their surprise Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ride mix-in ✨ Why hiring a wedding content creator was one of their best decisions ✨ Finding vendors experienced with curly hair and photographing melanin beautifully ✨ How they incorporated meaningful personal touches into their wedding ✨ Their detailed wedding-day timeline, from a 2 a.m. wake-up to the late-night EPCOT dessert party ✨ How they handled an officiant change just one week before the wedding ✨ What went wrong—and how they recovered ✨ Why Leilah wishes she had eaten more of her wedding cake and dessert-party treats! ✨ Her advice for researching vendors, asking questions, taking your time, and enjoying the planning process Leilah also shares some practical advice for couples planning a Walt Disney World wedding on a budget, including where they decided to spend their money, what they skipped, and why they didn't feel they needed an outside wedding planner or day-of coordinator. If you're planning a Disney World wedding, Disney Wedding Pavilion wedding, Grand Floridian wedding, EPCOT wedding, Disney wedding reception, or Disney vow renewal, this episode is packed with real-world ideas and inspiration. View photos by Indie West Photography and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/leilah-isaacs-grand-floridian-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ 🎧 Listen to more Disney Wedding Podcast episodes: DisneyWeddingPodcast.com #DisneyWedding #DisneyWorldWedding #DisneyWeddingPodcast #DisneyWeddingPavilion #GrandFloridianWedding #EPCOTWedding #DisneyWeddingPlanning #DisneyWeddingInspiration #DisneyWeddingTips #FairytaleWeddingsGuide

  6. Sep 23

    #762 Jessica & Adam's EPCOT World Plaza Wedding

    EPCOT World Plaza Disney wedding + Grand Floridian reception + Guardians of the Galaxy ride mix-in! In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Jessica Montjoy-Stylinski shares all the details of her unforgettable Walt Disney World wedding, including her 6:30 a.m. ceremony at EPCOT World Plaza, reception at the Grand Floridian Convention Center, and UK Lochside dessert party with a surprise Guardians of the Galaxy ride mix-in. Jessica and Adam chose Disney World because of their lifelong love of Disney, and they wanted to give their 36 wedding guests a truly unique experience. She shares how they planned their Disney wedding, chose their venues, worked with outside vendors, created a deeply sentimental family-inspired wedding cake, and built special Disney experiences into their wedding day. You'll hear all about: ✨ Getting married at EPCOT World Plaza before the park opens ✨ Why they chose a 6:30 a.m. ceremony—and how they made the early start work ✨ Their Grand Floridian reception and how they customized the ballroom ✨ Having Mickey and Minnie in their gold formal outfits at the reception ✨ Their surprise Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride mix-in ✨ Their UK Lochside dessert party at EPCOT ✨ How they incorporated elements from their parents' and grandparents' wedding cakes into their own Disney wedding cake ✨ Their Disney wedding food tasting and favorite menu items ✨ The outside vendors they hired for photography, videography, hair and makeup, stationery, day-of coordination and more ✨ How they saved money by skipping unnecessary upgrades ✨ Why they chose bill-on-consumption for alcohol ✨ Their incredibly detailed Disney wedding day timeline—from midnight hair and makeup through their late-night EPCOT dessert party ✨ What went wrong on their wedding day—and how they handled it ✨ Jessica's best advice for couples planning a Walt Disney World wedding Jessica also explains why she recommends carefully reviewing your BEO, assigning someone to handle guest questions, hiring a day-of coordinator, joining Disney wedding Facebook groups, and asking your Disney wedding planner for honest advice about where you really need to spend your money. If you're planning a Disney World wedding, EPCOT wedding, Grand Floridian wedding, Disney wedding reception, or Disney vow renewal, this episode is packed with real-world planning advice and inspiration. View photos by Root Weddings and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/jessica-adams-epcot-world-plaza-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ 🎧 Listen to more Disney Wedding Podcast episodes at DisneyWeddingPodcast.com and wherever you get your podcasts. #DisneyWedding #DisneyWorldWedding #EpcotWedding #EpcotWeddingWorldShowcase #DisneyWeddingPodcast #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #DisneyBride #DisneyWeddingPlanning #DisneyWeddingInspiration #GrandFloridianWedding #EpcotWedding #DisneyWeddingReception #DisneyWeddingIdeas #FairytaleWeddingsGuide #GuardiansOfTheGalaxy #CosmicRewind #DisneyWeddingVenues #DisneyWeddingTips #DisneyWeddingVendors #DisneyBrideToBe

    #762 Jessica & Adam's EPCOT World Plaza Wedding

  7. Sep 16

    #761 Madison & Mark's Sea Breeze Point Wedding

    Disney World wedding planning doesn't have to follow the rules of a traditional wedding—and Madison Giovanelli's Walt Disney World wedding is a perfect example! In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Madison shares the story of her Sea Breeze Point ceremony, Italy Isola reception, and Fantasmic welcome party, plus how she created an entire Disney weekend experience for her guests. She explains why she chose an in-park reception during EPCOT's Flower & Garden Festival, how she saved money by skipping a DJ and keeping floral décor simple, why she decided not to hire a videographer, and how she used candles and greenery to create a beautiful reception design on a budget. Madison also shares her favorite food and cake choices—including a peanut butter and jelly wedding cake inspired by a viral Instagram trend—her first look and pre-ceremony portraits, and the surprise elements that made the weekend so memorable. She also offers valuable advice for couples who worry they're "behind" during Disney's planning timeline, explaining why trusting the Disney process and coming prepared with your own vision can make the planning experience much easier. View photos and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/madison-marks-sea-breeze-point-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ #DisneyWedding #DisneyWorldWedding #SeaBreezePoint #EPCOTWedding #DisneyWeddingPlanning #DisneyWeddings #DisneyWeddingPodcast #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #DisneyWeddingTips #FlowerAndGardenFestival #ItalyIsola #DisneyWeddingVenues

  8. Sep 9

    #760 Annemarie & Francesca's EPCOT Japan Pavilion Disney Wedding

    Disney World wedding planning can feel overwhelming—especially when you're waiting to be assigned your Disney wedding planner. Annemarie and Francesca took a different approach: They used the Fairytale Weddings Guide to plan their entire Walt Disney World wedding while they waited, so they already had a clear picture of what they wanted when they began working with Disney. In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Anne-Marie and Francesca share how they planned their beautiful Epcot wedding, including a ceremony at the Japan Pavilion, reception at Living Seas Salon, and a dessert party at the France Pavilion. They also reveal how they kept their wedding guest-friendly while finding creative ways to save money. One of the most valuable parts of their planning process was a BEO-review consultation call with podcast host Carrie Hayward. Together, they went through their Banquet Event Order to identify opportunities to reduce costs and catch items that needed clarification or correction before the wedding—giving the couple extra confidence that everything was accurate and aligned with their plans. Anne-Marie and Francesca also share their Disney wedding budget priorities, why they minimized floral décor, how they saved money on their dessert party, their favorite menu and cake choices, transportation challenges, and what they learned about trusting Disney's planning timeline. ✨ In this episode: • Japan Pavilion ceremony at Epcot • Living Seas Salon reception • Epcot dessert party at Terrace des Fleurs • Disney World wedding planning timeline • Using the Fairytale Weddings Guide before being assigned a Disney planner • Reviewing a Disney wedding BEO before the wedding • Ways to save money on a Disney wedding • Choosing where to spend—and where to cut back • Disney wedding transportation and guest experience • Wedding cake flavors and brunch menu ideas • Tips for planning an Epcot wedding • Why you may not need as much floral décor as you think • What these brides would—and wouldn't—do differently View photos and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/annemarie-francescas-japan-pavilion-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ #DisneyWedding #DisneyWorldWedding #EpcotWedding #JapanPavilionWedding #DisneyWeddingPlanning #DisneyWeddings #DisneyWeddingPodcast #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #DisneyWeddingTips #DisneyWeddingGuide

    #760 Annemarie & Francesca's EPCOT Japan Pavilion Disney Wedding
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Plan your ideal Disney wedding, vow renewal or anniversary with insider tips, money-saving tricks, and creative ideas from the author of "Carrie Hayward's Fairytale Weddings Guide." This weekly show also features vendor spotlights and interviews with real Disney couples.

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  • Creator
    Fairytale Weddings Guide
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2026
  • Episodes
    758
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    Clean
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    © Fairytale Weddings Guide
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    Disney Wedding Podcast

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