How to Plan a Wedding Weekend That’s Anything But Basic

The SAEP Team
Jul 22
3 min read

Let’s be real... one day just isn’t enough.

Weddings have evolved into full weekend experiences, and honestly? We’re obsessed. Welcome parties, farewell brunches, sunset cocktail hours on the rooftop, these aren’t just add-ons. They’re part of the story. And if you’re dreaming of a celebration that feels thoughtful, immersive, and totally you, a wedding weekend is the way to do it.

At SAEP, we don’t just plan weddings. We create intentional experiences that let you celebrate deeply, show up fully, and actually enjoy your weekend without chaos. So let’s talk about how to plan a wedding weekend that’s everything you've dreamt of and stress-free.

🥂 What Is a Wedding Weekend?

A wedding weekend is exactly what it sounds like: a curated series of events that span a few days (usually Friday through Sunday), so you’re not squeezing everything meaningful into just a few hours.

Think:

Welcome party with espresso martinis and rooftop views
Wedding day with allll the beauty and magic
Morning-after brunch with iced coffee and recaps of who cried the most during your vows

The point? More time to connect. More chances to celebrate. More ways to make it feel like you.

✨ Why a Wedding Weekend is the New Must-Have

Because the people you’re inviting? They’re your ride-or-dies. You don’t want to just wave at them between speeches and dances. A full weekend gives you time to be present with your guests, not just pose for photos with them.

And from a planning standpoint, it gives the whole experience room to breathe. It’s less "event" and more "vibe."

How SAEP Helps You Pull It All Off:

Let’s get one thing clear: this doesn’t mean you have to plan three weddings. When you work with SAEP, we help you map out a wedding weekend that’s elegant, elevated, and totally manageable.

Here’s how we do it:

🖤 We Curate Each Event with Meaning

From welcome cocktails to farewell brunches, every event is designed with intention. We’ll help you choose the right vibe for each part of your weekend, casual and cool for the welcome party, romantic and bold for the ceremony, and breezy and fun for brunch.

🖤 We Handle the Logistics (So You Don’t Have To)

Vendor coordination, transportation, timelines, RSVP tracking, we’ve got it all covered so you can sip your drink and enjoy the moment. You get to arrive and shine, not stress and scramble.

🖤 We Maximize the Spaces You’re In

Have a venue with multiple spaces? We’ll help you use every square inch to your advantage. Think: rooftop welcome drinks, garden ceremony, indoor dinner party. Each moment gets its own setting and its own personality.

🕯Ideas for Your Wedding Weekend Lineup

Looking for inspiration? Here are some of our favorite ways to stretch the celebration:

Friday: Intimate welcome dinner or cocktail hour with custom playlists and candlelight
Saturday night: Your stunning wedding celebration
Sunday: Farewell brunch with mimosas and custom newspaper-style recaps (yes, we’ve done this)

Let’s Make It Feel Like More Than a Wedding

If you're here, you’re not interested in ordinary. You want your wedding to reflect your story, your style, and your people.

At SAEP, we don’t just plan weddings, we design beautiful weekends that feel like you. From the first espresso martini to the last dance, we’ll be there making sure every moment is curated, smooth, and meaningful.