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Real Weddings

Newlyweds at Emerald Lake Lodge

Located in Canada’s Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake Lodge provided the perfect backdrop for Victoria and Christian’s romantic fall wedding. Traveling from Florida, the couple sought a destination that combined natural beauty with intimate charm, and this Canadian gem delivered beyond expectations. The couple exchanged vows on the patio by the lake’s edge, with the […]

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Newlyweds walking away from ceremony

Summer lovin’ with a sprinkling of rain. A bit of drizzle wasn’t enough to dampen Keara and Luke’s beautiful wedding day at Meadow Muse Pavillion in Fish Creek Park last summer! We loved designing this fun celebration and the couple were just the sweetest to work with! We love our retro aesthetic weddings, and this […]

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Newlyweds walking down the aisle

Wow, what a stunner of a wedding day for Theresa and Rosh! Taking place at the chic and contemporary Fortuna’s Row, their summer wedding was a perfect display of urban elegance. The couple exchanged vows in SRO – Fortuna’s Row back bar. The clean lines and modern architecture of the venue provided a stunning backdrop, […]

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Newlyweds kissing at end of aisle

Sam and Zach tied the knot at the Cochrane RancheHouse over the summer. The couple exchanged vows in the picturesque courtyard, while the reception was held in the RancheHouse’s rustic yet elegant Chinook dining room. Surrounded by family and friends, guests enjoyed a night filled with heartfelt speeches, dancing, and delicious dining. Wedding Management | […]

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Newlyweds in a garden

Tucked away in the south of Calgary, Alloy Restaurant provided the perfect backdrop for Eleanor and Mike’s wedding day – a celebration filled with love, laughter, and elegant simplicity. Alloy’s sleek, contemporary design, combined with its warm ambiance, created the ideal setting for an intimate gathering of family and friends. Neutral tones, complemented by soft florals […]

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Newlyweds kissing by a lake

Renee and Jonah had the perfect summer wedding at Jumping Pound Ranch this past September. The stunning venue, with its beautiful countryside views and rustic charm, provided the ideal setting for their special day. Surrounded by family and friends, the couple exchanged vows outdoors, with the serene landscape as their backdrop. The celebration continued into […]

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Newlyweds on the staircase within the Fairmont Palliser

Carolyn and Royce’s wedding in downtown Calgary was nothing short of spectacular, an elegant celebration set against the luxurious backdrop of the Fairmont Palliser. The couple entrusted our team with our Wedding Management package, and we ensured that every detail of their big day unfolded flawlessly. Their ceremony took place in the breathtaking Banff Room, […]

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Newlyweds kissing under an umbrella

This was probably the most emotional I’ve been at a wedding! Olivia and Kelly’s rainy day wedding at Camp Chief Hector had everyone reaching for the tissues. Despite the grey skies and rain, the couple embraced the weather, and celebrated each other in the most beautiful, sincere, and heartfelt ceremony. Olivia and Kelly chose this […]

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What a perfect night! Ryan & Ashley’s wedding at Tunnel Mountain and Three Bears Banff was such a fun evening, with all guests flying up from southern USA to share in this special day with this amazing couple. A stunning ceremony with the mountains as their backdrop, the couple then shared in a delicious feast […]

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Travelling all the way from Atlanta, Jenna and Keith wed at the top of Sulphur Mountain on the Peak Patio at Banff Gondola. In true mountain fashion, a blizzard made it’s way through Banff, but as luck would have it, the clouds parted and the sun came out minutes before the couple said their “I […]

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Leann and Rob said their ‘I do’s’ in an intimate ceremony in the gardens of the Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant in Fish Creek Park, Calgary. The couple had a first look in the front gardens, with their children, followed by beautiful portraits taken in the park. The weather cooperated and the smoke cleared, for a […]

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Mellisa and Mikko’s Spruce Meadows wedding was an elegant affair, with beautiful white florals decorating each guest table, coupled with classic gold votives. Great Events provided a delicious dinner, as always, and the cake by Swirl custom cakes was fantastic. The couple were surrounded by friends and family as they danced the night away, the […]

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At Melissa Alison Events we specialize in designing seamless, unforgettable weddings for couples who want to skip the stress and dive straight into the fun

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