how to plan an intimate wedding
what is a micro-wedding and why are we the experts?
A micro-wedding gives you the freedom to celebrate your love in a way that feels intentional, personal, and relaxed—without the pressure, chaos, or massive guest list of a traditional wedding. Whether you’re envisioning a nature-filled ceremony, a private venue, or an experience-based celebration with your closest people, planning a micro-wedding still involves thoughtful decisions—but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.
At EZ Elopements, we specialize in helping couples plan meaningful micro-weddings with intention, ease, and a fully guided experience, from the big picture down to the smallest details.
what is a micro- wedding?
A micro-wedding is an intimate wedding experience, typically with up to 30–40 guests, that focuses on connection, personalization, and experience rather than scale.
Unlike a traditional wedding, a micro-wedding:
Prioritizes quality over quantity
Allows flexibility in location, timeline, and structure
Often blends elements of elopements and traditional weddings
Creates space for genuine moments with the people who matter most
You’re still having a wedding, but on your terms.
close enough?
you don't want the stress of planning a big wedding
you don't want your ceremony to be a production or to spend a house down payment on one day
you don't know for sure what the best destination or day of plan should be for you
you don't have time or desire to figure out all the logistics and piece every service or vendor
you don't want to feel overwhelmed with choices & priorities
why are you considering an intimate wedding?
(my best guess)
your story
your way
ez elopements was created because of all this and with you in mind. working with us:
what we can do for you
you will have a best friend on this journey - someone to guide you and brainstorm ideas with
you get to choose how much you wish to be involved - and you & your partner will actually enjoy the the planning process of your wedding day
you will have an intimate, meaninful celebration with people who matter most (+ you can always throw a larger party later!)
you will get to work with a married couple + a fun group of friends whose mission is to create the most meaningful and relaxing experience for you
you will have fun. you will tear up. you will make the best memories.
you will enjoy the most beautiful & fully guided photography experience with every moment preserved forever
+ hopefully make some great friends by the end of it!
Micro-Wedding:
things to consider/brainstorm when planning a
From "YES" to "I DO":
getting ready
CEREMONY VISION
GATHERING style
your "just the two of us" moments (still important!)
- will we want anyone with us (ex: MOH, sister, BF, child, mother/father etc)?
- do we want to get ready at the house, airbnb/hotel, or at the venue?
- adventurous (ex: hike with guests to an overlook or bring 12 guests on a hot air balloon for the ceremony)
- outdoors (ex: beautiful state park w/accessible spots or pavilion, a public or private garden, or a beach)
- indoor (private unique spaces like art galleries, farms etc vs "traditional" wedding venue like a winery or a barn)
- local restaurant (after a ceremony at a location outdoors or w/limited time)
- venue (ex: all inclusive traditional wedding venue w/food & beverage options or a rented bar with outdoor patio for ceremony)
- outdoorsy get together (ex: bonfire, a group luxury picnic, or food truck at the beach or pavilion in a park)
- private space (ex: villa or flex-space rented hourly for everything or get together only)
- get away for the 1st look + pre-wedding private experience (ex: explore a favorite park or visit a unique destination for private vow exchange and amazing backdrops + meet for ceremony after)
- get away for unique experience + private celebration after ceremony & group photos (ex: get on a sunset boat ride, go horseback riding, go to a nearby waterfall or take a walk or a carriage ride in downtown for drinks + fun photos) - while guests are headed to the next destination for gathering or with a quick get together 1st if not on another day
- use the same venue/premises to explore for couple's photos
Our Locations
Where can you have a micro-wedding?
We are full time in every corner of the US (also offering our private forest in Jarrettsville, MD) providing micro-wedding service and packages, based out of MD, WA, and TX throughout the year.
Adventure Elopement experiences & destination wedding w/full travel & planning assistance by our partner are available worldwide.
• Simply get in touch & share your vision and preferences
• Feel free to look through our gallery & inspos for great venues
• Let us know if you are flexible on a date
• Choose from available packages
• We will get into the logistics, venue options & parks, and more during the planning process!
ideas
aka
real wedding experiences we planned & documented
state park micro wedding
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snowboarding elopement in whistler, BC
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winery wedding w/horses on the farm
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snowboarding elopement in whistler, BC
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traditional manor small wedding
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beach family wedding w/bonfire
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helicopter adventure wedding in alaska glaciers w/private chef dinner at airbnb
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intimate family wedding at a brewery +bnb w/private gathering
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anything we can think of together
we can make happen!
airbnb wedding w/couple's adventure
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micro wedding at a unique chapel w/all inclusive private celebration at a lodge
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private forest intimate wedding
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get inspired
about us & the team
• After EZ Elopements was founded on 7.7.17, within a few hours of Elizabeth & Zack said their I Dos as they eloped on a boat on Lake Union in Seattle, a full time and part time team of creatives and professionals was put together and trained to provide the unique experiences to other likeminded couples in the WA+MD areas, while ensuring detailed personalized experience and high quality photography and videography
• Since Elizabeth & Zack started their travels as they explore the world with and take care of other couples looking for a unique & special day, they began offering their private forest on the east coast (in MD) making Elizabeth a full time planner, coordinator, as well as the lead photographer for east coast, in MT + TX, and other unique destinations as the rest of the team focuses on our couples in WA, OR + beyond.
• Elizabeth & Zack often provide most all inclusive wedding experience personally along with most trusted team-members & local creatives, with Elizabeth leading in planning, coordination, and day of photography + decor & Zack officiating, setting up for your ceremony, piloting a drone & entertaining guests. We now have few part-time team-members in most states and abroad.
***Elizabeth and her amazing florist and assistant, Vickie, do all of the planning, research, coordination, and execution of important to you details!
Our Story
quick sum up!
feeling overwhelmed with possibilities?
How do you plan a day that allows for some much needed freedom and flexibility?
Our micro-wedding packages are pre-designed and bundled for an easy planning process, and fun and relaxing wedding day experience that is special, unique, romantic, with every moment captured in most beautiful ways.
Perfect for busy couples looking for a unique & fun getaway and a wedding where all the details are taken are of!
let us take you on a one of a kind wedding adventure
most of the experiences are provided & documented by the lead team & the original couple behind ez elopements - elizabeth and zack themselves!
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