K and A’s NOLA winter elopement at Race + Religious was a dream come true! With the enchanting backdrop of the city’s historic charm and the venue’s exquisite setting, their special day was nothing short of magical. The highlight of the evening was the stunning dinner table setup, adorned with lush florals and elegant tableware, creating an atmosphere that was as romantic as it was delightful. As they shared their vows under the winter sky, followed by an intimate dinner, you could feel the warmth of their love lighting up the chilly New Orleans night. It was a winter elopement to remember, filled with love, laughter, and endless joy!

Eloping in New Orleans? If you rush into this without any thought there is a good chance you will end up in NOLA at a ridiculously busy or sweltering hot time, which if that is what you want then more power to you! There are three things to think about when planning your New Orleans elopement: time of year, where to stay and how you want to spend your day.

The Big Easy, N’Awlins, NOLA, Paris of the South, Crescent City – a few of the colorful nicknames for New Orleans – is known for its food, music, history, Mardi Gras festivities and happens to be one of my favorite cities! I have been to New Orleans too many times to count and I always find something new and exciting to try. If you choose to have an urban elopement in New Orleans, there are so many things you can incorporate into your day that are unique to the city, from second line parades to muffalettas!