Should You Have a Micro Wedding? Here’s What to Know

If you’ve ever felt like the idea of a 150-person wedding sounds more overwhelming than exciting, you’re not alone. More and more couples are opting for micro weddings - celebrations with fewer than 30 guests that are big on style, intimacy, and meaning.

Whether you’re planning on a shorter timeline, dreaming of a luxury-level experience without the six-figure price tag, or simply want to celebrate your love with your closest people, a micro wedding might be exactly what you’re looking for.

Here’s what you’ll find in this article:

• What a micro wedding is and why couples are choosing them

• The emotional and financial benefits of hosting a micro wedding

• Real talk on cost: $20–30k micro weddings vs. $90k+ full-scale weddings

• What’s included in our $4,000 Micro Wedding Package

• Our favorite venues for micro weddings in Austin and Michigan

• How to start planning your own small, but elevated wedding

What Is a Micro Wedding?

A micro wedding is exactly what it sounds like: a small-scale celebration, typically with 30 guests or fewer. But don’t let the word “micro” fool you. These intimate gatherings still pack a serious punch when it comes to personal touches, stunning design, and unforgettable moments.

For couples planning last-minute or those who value quality over quantity, micro weddings are an ideal way to create a deeply personal experience without the stress of a massive guest list. Even better? You can often host a gorgeous micro wedding for $20-30k - compared to the $90k+ price tag that’s not uncommon for a full-scale wedding.

Why We Love Planning Micro Weddings

We believe your wedding should feel like you- not like a cookie-cutter version of someone else’s Pinterest board. Micro weddings let us lean fully into thoughtful, sensory-driven design and help you focus on what matters most: the experience, the people, and the emotions of the day.

Because we’re working with a smaller scale, we get to go deeper on all the details - from selecting a venue that reflects your style to curating a vendor team that aligns with your vibe. There’s more time for meaningful moments, fewer moving parts, and way more space for intentional celebration.

Why We’re Obsessed with Micro Weddings (And Think You Might Be Too)

There’s a reason micro weddings are having a moment - actually, several. For couples who want a celebration that feels personal, intentional, and deeply meaningful, a smaller guest list opens the door to a truly elevated experience.

Micro weddings are perfect for:

• Couples planning on a shorter timeline
  With fewer moving parts and a smaller headcount, you can plan a beautiful, well-designed wedding in less time - and with way less stress.

• Those craving an intimate, connection-focused day
  A micro wedding allows you to be fully present with every guest. No rushed hellos, no pressure to entertain 150 people - just real, meaningful time with your favorite humans.

• Couples who value quality over quantity
  Smaller scale means your budget can stretch further. You can host a high-end wedding for $20-30k instead of spending $90k+ on a large event, and still enjoy everything from beautiful florals to an unforgettable dinner.

• Design lovers who want their day to feel curated and cohesive
  With fewer tables, chairs, and spaces to design, micro weddings make it easier (and more cost-effective) to invest in custom details and a cohesive aesthetic that truly reflects your style.

• Anyone wanting a celebration that feels more like them and less like a production
  This is your permission slip to skip the pressure, pare things down, and focus on the things that really matter - like good food, beautiful surroundings, heartfelt moments, and your love story at the center of it all.

Our Micro Wedding Package

We created our Micro Wedding Package for couples with 30 guests or less. They want an intentional, elevated wedding without the overwhelming guest list (or price tag). Whether you’re planning on a shorter timeline or just want to keep things intimate and meaningful, we’ll help you create a beautifully personal experience for you and your closest people. Think thoughtful details, a curated vendor team, and all the celebration with none of the chaos.

All the Details:

Inside Our Micro Wedding Package

Price: $4,000

Guest Count: Up to 30 guests

What’s Included:

• 5 hours of Day-of Coordination including on-site set-up, timeline management, all vendor communication + event strike.

• Design + Planning of:

  • Budget Coordination

  • Ceremony + Reception Venues

  • Catering + Bar Services

  • Florals

  • Photographer + Videographer

  • Ceremony Music

  • Tabletop Rentals

  • Paper Goods + Invitations
    

Please Note: We do not coordinate wedding attire, hair & makeup artists, officiant, transportation, hotel blocks or any other miscellaneous vendors.

This package is built to help you keep things intimate, stylish, and completely stress-free.

Favorite Venues for Micro Weddings

If you're considering a micro wedding in either Austin, TX or Grand Rapids, MI, here are a few of our favorite venues that offer beauty, flexibility, and the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable celebration:

✧ Austin, Texas

• Walden Retreats
  Tucked along the Pedernales River, this luxury glamping resort offers high-end tents, sweeping views, and a relaxed yet elevated setting for your intimate celebration.

• Cactus Moon Lodge
  Moody and magical in all the right ways, this desert-inspired lodge blends modern design with Texas Hill Country charm.

• The Wayback
  A peaceful, design-forward boutique hotel with laid-back elegance. Ideal for a weekend-long celebration with your closest people.

• Mattie’s at Green Pastures
  A timeless, Southern-style venue with ancient oak trees, peacocks roaming the lawn, and gorgeous indoor-outdoor spaces.

• Chapel Dulcinea
  A free, open-air chapel with sweeping views of the Hill Country - perfect for couples looking to elope or host a simple yet striking ceremony.

✧ Michigan

• Glass House Creative Community
  A unique space filled with natural light and design-forward vibes. We loved shooting our recent styled shoot here, and we’d love to return for more weddings!

• The Mill, Glen Arbor
  Set in Northern Michigan, this modern farmhouse venue is known for its thoughtfully designed interiors and farm-to-table approach.

• The Fields of Michigan
  This one-of-a-kind glamping resort offers multiple ceremony and reception spaces, on-site accommodations, and the beauty of Michigan’s local flora and fauna.

• The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park
  A nature lover’s dream. With space for up to 60 guests, this venue lets you choose your own local vendors and fully curate what your wedding day looks like.

Let’s Plan

Something Personal

If a small, intentional wedding sounds like the dream, we’d be honored to help bring it to life. Whether you're envisioning a chic glamping weekend in the Hill Country or a nature-forward gathering in Michigan, our Micro Wedding Package is designed to make your celebration feel effortless, emotional, and uniquely you.

✈️ Based in Austin, TX + Grand Rapids, MI - available for travel

Reach out here for more information!