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Beyond the Aisle: 2026 Wedding Trends Every Virginia Estate Bride Should Know
2026 is the year to dream big but meaningfully. Virginia estate weddings are leaning into artistry, experience, and connection—anchored in beauty that lasts beyond the aisle.
At Kateri Weddings & Events, we can’t wait to help you design a celebration that’s unmistakably yours, grounded in place and brimming with heart.
Oct 223 min read


Wedding Trends in Bloom: Hair, Florals & Entrances That Tell Your Story
This isn’t your grandmother’s wedding playbook. Faux floral arches are in, veils are optional, and your entrance? It’s a moment. Explore the art of modern bridal style — timeless meets trend — at Kateri Weddings & Events.
Oct 173 min read


Authentically Your Wedding: Creating a Wedding That Reflects Your Love at Kateri Weddings and Events
At Kateri Weddings and Events in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, authenticity is the most romantic detail of all. From farm-to-table menus and local breweries to our on-site bourbon distillery and food trucks, your wedding can reflect your story in every sip and bite. Add locally sourced flowers and design touches that highlight your unique style, and Kateri becomes the perfect backdrop for a wedding that’s authentically you.
Sep 232 min read


Don’t Lose Sight of What Matters Most: Your Love Story
Wedding planning can be overwhelming, but don’t lose sight of the reason you’re saying “I do.” At Kateri Weddings and Events, the rolling hills, timeless estate, and romantic Virginia sunsets remind couples that their love story—not the details—is what truly matters. Take time to pause, connect, and let the beauty of Kateri set the stage for a wedding that celebrates your devotion.
Sep 182 min read


Weekend Takeover Weddings: Why Renting a Venue for the Entire Weekend Is the New Must-Have
It's your wedding! Savor the time at Kateri Weddings and Events, where the only show going on for the weekend is your love story.
Sep 91 min read


How to Design a Timeless Southern Wedding in Virginia
Designing a timeless Southern wedding in Virginia means blending estate elegance with heartfelt hospitality. At Kateri Weddings & Events in scenic Augusta County, couples enjoy sweeping views, modern design, and the charm of Southern traditions. From signature cocktails to your own wedding weekend timeline, Kateri offers the perfect backdrop for a celebration that feels both stylish and deeply rooted in Virginia’s legacy of love.
Sep 23 min read


To Barn or To Estate? Why The Estate Wedding Is the New Cool
To Barn or to Estate? Why Estate Weddings Are the New Cool
It’s 2025 and couples are swapping hay bales for heritage charm. Barn weddings had their moment—but now, estate weddings are taking center stage with elevated style, exclusive weekend access, and storybook backdrops. At Kateri Weddings and Events, we do have a barn (we use it for tractors 😉), but what we offer is something far more refined. Imagine sweeping mountain views, and the entire property—all yours for the we
Aug 63 min read


Cocktail Hour vs. Sit‑Down Dinners: 2025 Wedding Reception Trends You Need to Know
In 2025, couples are rethinking wedding receptions—cocktail-style parties with passed apps and signature drinks are trending, but classic sit-down dinners still have their charm. The real win? A venue that lets you do both. At Kateri Weddings and Events, you get the entire estate for the whole weekend, with flexible spaces for every part of your celebration. Tour today and see why couples fall in love with Kateri at first sight.
Secluded. Private. Stunning... and all yours fo
Jul 303 min read


To Cake or Not to Cake: The Ultimate Wedding Cake Debate
The trends are in and many brides are rethinking the custom of wedding cake. They are looking to desserts they enjoy and making some changes at the dessert table. Will the traditional wedding cake survive?
Jul 223 min read


How to Plan a Dream Wedding in the Shenandoah Valley: Kateri Events and Wedding Venue a Private venue near Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, and Lexington
Kateri weddings and events, a private wedding venue located near Charlottesville, Staunton, Harrisonburg, and Lexington provides a couple with an ideal location. With venues within the venue--the space is exclusively the bride and grooms for the weekend. There are no other weddings or events, just the leisure and seclusion on one bride and groom. Private, secluded, and people assure us---stunning....Kateri is all yours for the weekend.
Jun 243 min read


Fit and Flare: Your Guide to Engagement Fitness
A 6 month plan to physical wellness perfect for all engaged couples.
Jun 174 min read


Virginia Weddings: Finding Your Dream Venue in Virginia
Let’s get one thing out of the way: if you’re planning a wedding, you’re already crushing it. Seriously. You're building a day that's all about love, style, and who you are as a couple. But before you dive headfirst into flower walls and signature cocktails, there's one decision that practically sets the entire vibe: the venue.
So, how do you choose the one? I got you. Here’s your ultra-chic guide to choosing a wedding venue that fits your vision and your vibe.
Jun 103 min read


Fall Weddings: How to Choose the Perfect Theme and Venue for Your Big Day: Fall Weddings at Kateri
Choosing the Perfect Date: Fall Weddings at Kateri: a backdrop of crisp air, vibrant foliage, and the Blue Ridge Mountains.
May 183 min read


Where Virginia Blue Ridge Mountain Weddings Meet Elegance, Kateri Events and Weddings
A unique wedding and event venue, Kateri. Endless mountain views meet a house built to host a party.
May 122 min read
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