Fun-Filled September Wedding Adventure in Las Cruces and Anthony, New Mexico
Some weddings are just pure magic from start to finish, and this September celebration in Southern New Mexico was one for the books!
Picture this: a day that begins with excitement in Las Cruces and ends with an epic dance party under the stars in Anthony. It was an absolute blast, and I’m so excited to share all the fun details from this New Mexico wedding!
The day kicked off at the Ramada Hotel in Las Cruces, where the bride and groom were getting ready. The energy was electric—think music playing, champagne popping, and plenty of happy tears as the bride slipped into her gorgeous gown. Over in the groom’s suite, the guys were having a great time with some pre-ceremony jokes and a toast to the big day ahead. But the sweetest part? The bride and groom exchanged personal letters before the ceremony. Watching them read those letters—smiles, tears, and all—was a beautiful and intimate moment that really set the tone for the day.
Next stop: St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Las Cruces. This historic church was the perfect spot for this couple’s wedding ceremony. The atmosphere was filled with the warmth of family and friends as the couple exchanged vows. And let’s talk about that walk down the aisle! The bride was absolutely glowing, and the groom’s reaction was priceless.
After the “I dos,” we took a little break, and the newlyweds did something totally awesome—they hit up Chick-fil-A for lunch! I mean, how cool is that? They wanted a quick bite before the reception, and it just showed how down-to-earth and fun they are. Plus, who doesn’t love some nuggets and fries on their wedding day?
Then, it was off to Los Portales Venue in Anthony, New Mexico, for the reception, and wow, did this place deliver! The venue was bathed in that perfect golden hour light, making for some seriously dreamy portraits. We had so much fun wandering around the grounds, snapping photos, and capturing all those “just married” vibes. The love these two have for each other was shining through in every single shot.
But the real party started once the sun went down. The dance floor was packed, the music was pumping, and everyone—from the little ones to the grandparents—was getting down! The couple’s first dance was super sweet, but it was the epic dance battles later in the night that had everyone cheering.
And just when you thought the night couldn’t get any better, they ended it with a sparkler send-off! There’s something so magical about sparklers lighting up the night sky, and this send-off was the perfect ending to a day full of memories, fun, and celebration.
This wedding was an absolute blast from beginning to end, and I’m so grateful I got to capture all the amazing moments. Here’s to the happy couple—thank you for letting me be part of your incredible day!
Location: Ramada by Wyndham Las Cruces Hotel & Conference Center
Ceremony Venue: St. Genevieve Catholic Church
Reception Venue: Los Portales
Cake: Joyful Bakery