Dana and Jake’s Celebration at the Webster in Iowa City, Iowa

When Dana and Jake’s family gathered for their annual Christmas party in December 2023, they expected the usual festive cheer and holiday traditions. What they didn’t expect was the biggest surprise of all—Dana and Jake tied the knot right there in their home. Surprise! The couple had been planning their secret wedding for months, choosing the cozy, intimate setting of their family Christmas party as the perfect moment to say “I do.”

While the surprise wedding was everything Dana and Jake dreamed of, they knew they wanted to share the joy with their wider circle of friends and family who weren’t present at the impromptu ceremony. That’s why, six months later, they decided to host a grand celebration at The Webster in Iowa City, Iowa.

Dana and Jake knew they would need assistance planning & designing their wedding and reached out to Emily and her team at Soirée Wedding Planning. The newlyweds decided on the Experience Package. The celebration, set for July 2024, promised to be a night to remember. With a large tent set up on the street, a covered dance floor for guests to dance the night away, and a vintage lounge set for a touch of timeless elegance, every detail has been thoughtfully planned. The Webster, known for its stunning architecture and sophisticated ambiance, served as the perfect backdrop for this unique event.

Dana and Jake’s journey from a surprise Christmas wedding to a grand summer celebration is a beautiful reminder that love knows no bounds and that sometimes, the best celebrations are the ones that come from the heart.