This past weekend wrapped up our final destination wedding of the year — and Austin, Texas made sure we ended on a high note. We kicked off the adventure with a quiet sunrise from our rooftop and a quick workout to get the energy flowing before loading up the car and hitting the road. By evening, we were clinking glasses over dinner with friends and soaking up live jazz — because every great wedding weekend deserves a little pre-party magic.

Then it was go time. Britt dove right into her signature “back-breaking details” setup and the always-entertaining task of wrangling the bridal party (a sport in itself). Before we knew it, we were on a party bus — and here’s a tip from experience: if the bride and groom hand you a drink… you say yes.

An early morning mass the following day and a flight home later, we found ourselves reflecting on just how special this year has been. One incredible, joy-filled weekend to close out our last destination wedding of the year — and we’re feeling so grateful for every moment.

While traveling, it is always so refreshing to work with new vendor teams. We had such a great time working with the incredible team at Hotel Van Zandt – Working with a trusted wedding planning and coordination team is crucial and Day Of Lily Events was a true professional. Working with so many talented wedding professionals in each city always has us pulling the best of the best to add to our wedding blog. Make sure to take a look at the list below when wedding planning for your Texas wedding day.

There are endless locations to hit for wedding photos – We made the most of the downtown area. For more recs on locations and vendors, make sure to reach out to the following:

Top Wedding Vendors in Austin Worth Knowing

If you’re planning a wedding in Austin — whether you’re local or coming from California, here are some of the standout vendors we love (and trust) for planning, photos, video, and vibes.

Planners & Coordinators

• Pearl Events — Recommended by several photographers and preferred-vendor lists for their reliability and thoughtful coordination. Rackcdn+1
• Heavenly Day Events — A great option whether you want full planning or just day-of coordination, especially for couples looking for flexibility and smooth vendor collaboration. Austin Wedding Photographers+1
• XO Moreau Weddings + Events — Known for clean design sensibilities and working well with creative vendors — ideal for couples wanting a curated, modern aesthetic. Austin Wedding Photographers

DJs & Entertainment

• Austin’s Best DJs & Photo Booths — Frequently recommended and highly rated; they do more than just DJing (photo booths, lighting, full-service entertainment), perfect for a seamless wedding vibe. Austin’s Best DJs & Photo Booths+1
• Bat City Beats — Known for energizing dance floors and crafted playlists unique to each couple’s taste. WeddingWire+1
• U7 Austin DJ — A solid pick for weddings of any size, with bilingual MC services and flexible setups for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and receptions. WeddingWire

Photographers & Videographers

• Astray Photography — Definitely someone to consider if you love soulful storytelling and timeless wedding imagery. Available worldwide (Wanted to be sure you saw this one 😉)
• Ladybird Studios — Known for documentary-style videography with emotional depth — great if you want your wedding film to feel more like a heartfelt story than just coverage. Peerspace
• Two Sapphires — Recommended among local planners and photographers alike; a reliable choice if you value consistency and collaboration among vendor teams. 

Why We Love What We Do ✨

As we wrap up this unforgettable wedding weekend in Austin and officially close the chapter on this year’s destination celebrations, we can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude. Every flight, every early morning detail session, every dance-floor-til-midnight celebration — it all reminds us how lucky we are to do this for a living.

We are a team of passionate wedding photographers and wedding videographers who believe your love story deserves to be told with intention, artistry, and a whole lot of heart. Whether we’re capturing a breezy coastal ceremony back home or hopping on a plane for a new adventure, we bring the same level of excitement and care to every celebration.

Based in California, we proudly serve couples throughout the West Coast and beyond. From beachfront vows as a San Diego wedding photographer, to chic city celebrations as an Orange County wedding photographer, to vineyard romance and ocean cliffs as your go-to California wedding photographer — documenting joy in all forms is what fuels us. And if your wedding day takes you miles away from home? Even better. We absolutely LOVE a destination wedding— there’s something magical about gathering your favorite people in a place that means the world to you and letting the celebration unfold.

Our travel-loving hearts are always ready for the next journey. No matter where you’re saying “I do” — Texas, California, Mexico, Hawaii, the mountains, the desert — we’ll be there with cameras in hand, chasing sunsets, happy tears, and the real moments that make your wedding day unforgettable.

If you found this through your search for wedding blogs, we’re so happy you’re here. Dive into more of our recent love stories, planning tips, and location highlights to help you envision your perfect celebration.

And when you’re ready?
Let’s plan your dream wedding — and let us capture it beautifully.

Now booking 2026 & 2027
📩 Inquire → Contact page
🎥 Films + Galleries → View Here
📍 Based in California | Traveling worldwide