Best of 2024 Wichita Weddings
2024 was another incredible year of Wichita Weddings here at Lively Photography! I’m so excited to share some of the best of last year with you today. Our team experienced some of the most incredible couples, venues, trends, and even unique additions to wedding traditions. So, let’s explore some of our favorite moments from last year, and hopefully, these moments will help inspire you on your wedding planning journey!
xoxo,
Kristin
Favorite Photos
It is practically impossible to choose my favorite photos from the past year because there were countless breathtaking moments filled with genuine emotion, laughter, love, and good times. But here are just a few of the coolest moments we caught on camera this year:






Favorite 2025 Wichita Wedding Venues
Wichita is home to so many fantastic wedding venues that it can be hard to narrow your choices when planning your wedding. Here are six venues that stood out to us in 2024 that could be the perfect spot for your 2025/2026 wedding!

The Barn at Grace Hill
As soon as The Barn at Grace Hill opened its doors, it quickly became one of my favorite Wichita wedding venues. The setting is incredibly picturesque, and the owners have thoughtfully created a venue that makes sense for a modern wedding. The Barn at Grace Hill is located just outside of Wichita. It is a white barn wedding venue with modern decor that can easily fit the look of your wedding style and color palette. The venue amenities include a bridal suite, groom’s room, prep kitchen, covered patios for your cocktail hour, an on-site bar, and both indoor and outdoor options for your ceremony. I’d highly recommend The Barn at Grace Hill to 2025 & 2026 brides and grooms!
BrightWater Bay
Another Wichita wedding venue I’ve fallen in love with is BrightWater Bay. Conveniently located less than 15 minutes from downtown, It is a private lakeside resort with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces. Their wedding packages include lodging on site and plenty of time with access to the property for photos and setup.

Wichita Country Club
The Wichita Country Club is a renowned country club wedding venue that comes highly recommended by couples and vendors. This country club venue is professionally staffed and offers full-service weddings. The setting is gorgeous, and couples thoroughly enjoy the indoor and outdoor spaces.

Gooseberry Creek
Just North of Wichita on I-135, you will find Gooseberry Creek, an incredible wedding venue set on 32 acres of Kansas countryside. One highlight is the open-air chapel, which makes for beautiful photos and is one of the most romantic locations to say your vows in the area. Plus, Gooseberry Creek can accommodate up to 375 guests, making it ideal for couples who want to enjoy a large wedding.

The Atreeum
Did you know that Wichita is home to a tropical wedding venue? The Atreeum is a one-of-a-kind greenhouse venue that gives you the feeling of a getaway right here in Kansas! Couples love that wooden tables and chairs are included with the rental. With so many things included in your rental, the Atreeum makes it easy to have an enjoyable, stress-free wedding day.

The Highlands
The Highlands is easily one of the best Wichita wedding venues I’ve been honored to visit! The setting is perfectly scenic, and the venue is modern and accessible. The property and venue are huge, so you have plenty of space to set up for your perfect day. The backdrop of the venue is stunning on its own, but this venue is also easy to customize and make your own.
The Best Wichita Engagement Photo Locations
We can’t talk about 2024 without mentioning all the engagement sessions we have captured! Wichita si home to some incredible locations for outdoor engagement sessions, and we are partial to golden hour sessions. Check out some of our favs and some of the best locations for Wichita engagement locations:
- Cathedral of Immaculate Conception
- Botanica
- Great Plains Nature Center
- Eastborough Park
- Prairie Hill Vineyard
- Union Station





Favorite Trends
2024 was full of exciting trends, and we loved seeing our couples incorporate these trends into their big days. Here are a few of our favorites that we hope will stay popular in 2025:
Adding Color
2024 was the year of vibrant, colorful weddings! From bright floral arrangements to bold, colorful bridesmaid dresses, color was everywhere (and everything). Couples are getting creative with their palettes, and I loved documenting the unexpected pops of color!


Exit Cars
Classic “Just Married” getaway cars have made a huge comeback. We’ve seen everything from vintage convertibles to horse-drawn carriages, and they make for ICONIC exit photos. Couples leaving their reception in style never gets old!


Aisle Runners
Another standout trend from this year was the use of aisle runners! Adding an aisle runner can personalize your ceremony experience beautifully and tie everything together.

Our Favorite Unique Additions to Wichita Weddings
On top of these trends, we saw some out-of-the-box creative and unique additions to Wichita weddings. Here are a few that I loved:
Bride & groom handing out communion
During the ceremony, a bride and groom handed out communion to their guests in a beautiful and intimate gesture. This brought everyone together on a special day, and I loved incorporating worship into a ceremony in this way.
Selfies at the head table
Another fun modern twist I saw was inviting all guests to take a quick selfie during the reception. This was a great way to get photos with all of the guests and interact, and it made for some adorable candid moments, too!
Choreographed dances & flash mobs
Another super entertaining addition I saw was choreographed family dances that turned into a full-on flash mob! These surprise moments had guests laughing and cheering—and the photos were full of energy and joy.
I am full of gratitude for all of the incredible moments I was able to witness in 2024, and I cannot wait to see all of the joy that 2025 brings! Looking for a Wichita wedding photographer to capture the best times on your best day? Let’s chat!
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