Disney Wedding Podcast

Fairytale Weddings Guide

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. #748 Chelsa & Mike's Tower of Terror Wedding

    23h ago

    #748 Chelsa & Mike's Tower of Terror Wedding

    What happens when a couple who swore they'd never get married decides to have a Disney wedding? For Chelsa and Mike, the answer was a stunning Walt Disney World wedding featuring a Seabreeze Point ceremony, a late-night reception at the iconic Tower of Terror, a Nightmare Before Christmas theme, a horse-drawn carriage, and what may have been Disney's first-ever Champagne exit! In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Chelsa shares how she planned her dream Disney wedding, why Tower of Terror was the perfect reception venue, how she redesigned much of the event just weeks before the wedding, and the lessons she learned that every Disney couple should know before planning their own wedding or vow renewal. You'll hear: ✨ Why Chelsa and Mike chose Walt Disney World for their wedding ✨ How they selected Seabreeze Point, Tower of Terror, and Whitehall Room & Patio ✨ The story behind their Nightmare Before Christmas-inspired reception ✨ Details about their horse-drawn carriage and Champagne exit ✨ How they filled the gap between ceremony and midnight reception ✨ Favorite Disney wedding menu items and cake flavors ✨ Budget priorities, décor decisions, and vendor recommendations ✨ What went wrong—and how they handled it ✨ Advice for future Disney wedding couples Whether you're planning a Disney wedding, Disney vow renewal, or simply love hearing real Disney wedding stories, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical planning tips. View photos by Disney Fine Art Photography and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/chelsa-mikes-tower-of-terror-wedding/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ Subscribe for more Disney wedding planning tips, real wedding interviews, venue tours, and expert advice from Disney couples and wedding professionals. #DisneyWedding #DisneyWeddingPodcast #TowerOfTerrorWedding #SeabreezePointWedding #DisneyFairyTaleWeddings #DisneyBride #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #NightmareBeforeChristmasWedding #DisneyWeddingPlanning #DisneyVowRenewal

    34 min
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  3. #747 Amber & Matt's Italy Isola Wedding

    Jun 3

    #747 Amber & Matt's Italy Isola Wedding

    Planning a Disney wedding that feels elegant, unique, and surprisingly affordable? In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Disney bride Amber Wilcox shares how she and Matt planned their Walt Disney World wedding, featuring a ceremony at Disney's Wedding Pavilion and a reception at Italy Isola in EPCOT. Amber discusses why a Disney wedding ended up costing less than a traditional Michigan wedding, how a "soft launch" guest list helped them budget for their destination wedding, and why visiting Walt Disney World beforehand completely changed their venue choices. She also shares details about their EPCOT reception, a surprise appearance by Mickey & Minnie and Chip & Dale, a Spaceship Earth ride mix-in, and a magical first dance during the EPCOT fireworks. You'll also hear Amber's tips for saving money on floral décor, choosing outside photography and videography vendors, planning Magic Kingdom park portraits, managing transportation logistics, and creating an unforgettable Disney wedding experience for guests who had never visited Walt Disney World before. Whether you're dreaming of a Disney Wedding Pavilion ceremony, an EPCOT wedding reception, or looking for Disney wedding budget tips, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration. View photos by That First Moment and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/amber-matts-italy-isola-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 #DisneyWeddingPavilion #EPCOTWedding #DisneyBride #DisneyWeddingPlanning #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #ItalyIsola #DisneyFairyTaleWeddings #WeddingPlanningTips #DisneyWeddingPodcast

    22 min
  4. #746 Gaby & Oscar's EPCOT Wedding

    May 27

    #746 Gaby & Oscar's EPCOT Wedding

    What's it really like to host an EPCOT wedding with a morning ceremony, a brunch reception, and a fireworks dessert party? In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Gabby Olmos and Oscar Gomez share the story of their Walt Disney World wedding, featuring a ceremony at Italy Isola, a reception at Living Seas Salon, and an EPCOT fireworks dessert party at Germany Promenade. They discuss how they planned a Disney wedding from California, why it was actually more affordable than a traditional Southern California wedding, and the creative ways they maximized their budget while still creating an unforgettable experience. You'll hear: ✨ How Gabby and Oscar chose EPCOT for their Disney wedding ✨ Why Italy Isola was the perfect ceremony location for stunning Spaceship Earth photos ✨ How Flower & Garden Festival décor helped them save on floral costs ✨ Tips for planning a Disney wedding on a budget ✨ Their experience with Maria Riboli Photography and other wedding vendors ✨ Why they chose a brunch reception at Living Seas Salon with Mickey & Minnie appearances ✨ Details of their EPCOT fireworks dessert party at Germany Promenade ✨ Advice for hosting an adults-only Disney wedding ✨ Their biggest wedding planning lessons and favorite memories from the day ✨ Why Disney's transportation and planning teams made the process nearly stress-free Whether you're dreaming of an intimate Disney wedding, looking for EPCOT wedding inspiration, or searching for ways to make a Disney Fairy Tale Wedding fit your budget, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world planning tips. 📸 View photos by Maria Riboli Photography and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/gaby-oscars-epcot-wedding/ 💍 Start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ 🎧 Subscribe for more real Disney wedding stories, planning tips, venue tours, budget advice, and expert interviews from couples who have celebrated their weddings at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and Aulani. #DisneyWedding #DisneyFairyTaleWeddings #EPCOTWedding #DisneyWorldWedding #WaltDisneyWorldWedding #ItalyIsola #LivingSeasSalon #GermanyPromenade #DisneyWeddingPodcast #DisneyWeddingPlanning #DisneyWeddingBudget #MariaRiboliPhotography #EPCOTDessertParty #DisneyBride #WeddingPlanningTips

    25 min
  5. #745 Erin & Laurie's Surprise Disney Vow Renewal

    May 20

    #745 Erin & Laurie's Surprise Disney Vow Renewal

    What if your Disney vow renewal was the surprise of a lifetime? 💙✨ Today on the Disney Wedding Podcast, Erin shares how her wife secretly planned an unforgettable Disney vow renewal at Disney's BoardWalk—complete with a horse-drawn carriage, surprise appearances by Chip 'n' Dale and Mickey Mouse, a live band, fireworks dessert party at EPCOT, and emotional recreations of details from their original Disney wedding 10 years earlier. From the hidden menu tasting to the moment Erin realized the "family photo session" was actually a full ceremony at Seabreeze Point, this episode is packed with incredible ideas for Disney weddings, vow renewals, and surprise celebrations. ✨ You'll hear: 💍 How Laurie kept a massive Disney vow renewal secret for YEARS 🎠 The magical carriage reveal on the BoardWalk 🎂 Why they recreated their original Disney wedding cake 🎶 The touching reception idea that honored every married couple attending 🍝 Their favorite Disney catering picks—including the famous mac & cheese bar 🎆 How the EPCOT dessert party became yet another surprise If you're dreaming of your own Disney Fairy Tale Wedding or vow renewal, this episode is full of inspiration, planning tips, and unforgettable Disney magic. View photos by Root Weddings and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/erin-lauries-surprise-disney-vow-renewal/ And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ #DisneyWedding #DisneyVowRenewal #DisneyFairyTaleWeddings #DisneyBride #DisneyWorldWedding #EPCOTWedding #SeabreezePoint #BoardWalkInn #DisneyWeddingPodcast #WeddingInspiration #DisneyCouple #VowRenewal #WeddingPlanning #DisneyParks #WeddingPodcast

    17 min
  6. #744 Kendall & Kolby's Grand Floridian Wedding

    May 13

    #744 Kendall & Kolby's Grand Floridian Wedding

    Dreaming of a Disney wedding that feels completely YOU? ✨ This week on the Disney Wedding Podcast, Disney bride Kendall St. John shares how she and Kolby created an unforgettable Walt Disney World wedding with a ceremony at the Wedding Pavilion, a cake celebration at Sago Cay, EPCOT fireworks in France, a surprise Fantasmic! welcome party, Haunted Mansion-inspired desserts, and even a private Remy ride mix-in! From budget-saving Disney wedding hacks to the reality of planning multiple celebrations instead of a traditional reception, Kendall is sharing everything—the wins, the surprises, the menu favorites, and the lessons she learned along the way. If you're planning a Disney wedding, trying to decide between a reception or dessert party, or just obsessed with Disney Fairytale Weddings, this episode is packed with ideas and inspiration. ✨ You'll hear: 💍 Why they switched from a Disney Cruise wedding to Walt Disney World 🎆 How they saved money by choosing two celebrations instead of a full reception 🏰 Why the Grand Floridian stole their hearts 👻 Their subtle Haunted Mansion + Princess and the Frog wedding theme 🎂 The Disney desserts guests could NOT stop talking about 🐭 What it was really like having Mickey Mouse at their cake cutting 🎢 Details about their surprise EPCOT ride mix-in on Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ✨ Advice every future Disney couple needs to hear before planning View photos by Michelle Lacson and full details from this Disney wedding here: Disney Wedding Feature: Kendall & Kolby's Grand Floridian Wedding And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: Fairytale Weddings Guide #DisneyWedding #DisneyFairytaleWeddings #DisneyWeddingPodcast #GrandFloridianWedding #WeddingPavilion #EPCOTWedding #DisneyBride #DisneyWeddingPlanning #HauntedMansionWedding #DisneyWeddingIdeas #DisneyWorldWedding #DisneyCouple #Fantasmic #RemysRatatouilleAdventure #WaltDisneyWorldWedding

    37 min
  7. #743 How to Have a Disney Wedding on a Budget

    May 6

    #743 How to Have a Disney Wedding on a Budget

    ✨ Dreaming of a Disney wedding—without the luxury price tag? This episode breaks down exactly how to make it happen. ✨ In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, guest Elizabeth Brouse-Knoblauch and I are diving into real, practical strategies for planning a beautiful wedding at Walt Disney World on a budget—without sacrificing the magic. Elizabeth successfully kept her wedding budget right at Disney's minimum spend, and this conversation is packed with insider tips you won't hear anywhere else. From guest lists to venue choices, DIY tricks to smart splurges, we cover what actually moves the needle on cost—and what you can skip. 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: The 3 biggest ways to dramatically reduce your Disney wedding cost Why a smaller guest list = more magic (and more savings) How weekday resort weddings can unlock lower minimums The difference between a full reception vs. a "celebration" (and why it matters) Budget-friendly menu hacks (yes, you can still get your dream foods!) How to skip expensive extras like transportation, décor, and bar packages Creative ideas like at-home receptions and DIY details that save thousands Real examples from a wedding featuring the Monorail, Grand Floridian photos, and more 📸 View photos by Daniel Moyer Photography and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/how-to-have-a-disney-wedding-on-a-budget/ 💍 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 just starting your planning journey or trying to trim your budget without losing the magic, this episode is your roadmap to a smart, stunning Disney wedding. 🎧 Tune in now and start planning your happily ever after—your way. #DisneyWedding #BudgetWedding #DisneyWorldWedding #WeddingPlanning #FairytaleWedding #WeddingTips #DisneyBride

    41 min
  8. #742 Payton & Hunter's Terrace des Fleurs Wedding

    Apr 29

    #742 Payton & Hunter's Terrace des Fleurs Wedding

    Planning a Disney World wedding and wondering how to make it magical without blowing your budget? In this episode of the Disney Wedding Podcast, Payton Johnson shares how she and Hunter created their dream day with a ceremony at Disney's Wedding Pavilion and a stunning celebration at EPCOT's Terrace des Fleurs—complete with fireworks and a private ride on Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind! You'll hear how they saved $17,000 by choosing a weekday wedding, why a shorter "celebration" instead of a full reception can cut meal costs by up to 50%, and how they designed a relaxed, elegant event that prioritized time with guests over a traditional sit-down dinner. Plus, don't miss their creative welcome party idea at Disney's Winter Summerland Miniature Golf Course—a fun, meaningful twist on the rehearsal dinner that guests are still talking about! Whether you're dreaming of a Disney Fairytale Wedding, researching venues, or looking for real ways to save money while upgrading your experience, this episode is packed with practical tips and inspiration. 👉 View photos by Root Weddings and full details from this Disney wedding here: https://disneyweddingpodcast.com/payton-hunters-terrace-des-fleurs-wedding/ 👉 And click here to start planning your own Disney World wedding with the Fairytale Weddings Guide: https://fairytaleweddingsguide.com/shop/fairytale-weddings-guide/ ✨ Subscribe for more real Disney wedding stories, planning tips, and insider strategies! #DisneyWedding #DisneyWorldWedding #WeddingPlanning #BrideToBe #WeddingInspiration #DisneyBride #EPCOTWedding #WeddingPodcast #FairytaleWedding #WeddingTips

    21 min
4.9
out of 5
177 Ratings

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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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