Wedding Pros
We work with a superb group of wedding professionals who will make sure your event at Lakeside Occasions is as close to perfect as it can get, at a very affordable price! All of our wedding professionals are optional, with the exception of Bar Services & Security. Take a look at our list below! (We do not guarantee the quality of services of any wedding professional not affiliated with Lakeside Occasions.)
Food
(If you choose not to use one of our partnering caterers, a $200 fee will apply. They must also be licensed and insured, AND sign our Facility Use Agreement.)
Nelson’s BBQ – Krista Griffey – (574) 862-2184 ext. 106 – [email protected]
No Forks Given – Food truck including late night eats, such as tacos, sliders, nachos, hotdogs, etc. Please email [email protected] for a menu & pricing.
Essenhaus – Elise Kretschman – (574) 825-9471 ext. 495 – [email protected]
***Emma Café & Catering is no longer accepting new catering business. All confirmed catering services for the 2020 season will be fulfilled as promised.
We will post any new partnerships as they become available!
Bar Service
All alcohol must be provided and served by our licensed bartenders at Lakeside Occasions. We offer options including open bar and host/cash bar for beer and wine, as well as a signature drink option and a champagne toast. We will provide a bar menu upon request. We do not allow hard liquor (aside from what’s in the signature drink) or shots.
*It is mandatory that a security officer be present when alcohol is served. The fee is $150 (subject to change) due along with bar service fees at least one week prior to the event.
You must sign and return our alcohol and smoking agreement prior to the event or there will be no bar.
Photography
Stacey Harting Photography – Fort Wayne, IN
Adam’s Lake Photography – Wolcottville, IN
Cortney Spencer Photography Topeka, IN
Stephanie DeBolt Photography – Millersburg, IN
ASOT Photography – Kendallville, IN
Stephanie Sharp Photography – Shipshewana, IN
Music & Lighting
Alomar Entertainment – Fort Wayne, IN
RnB Sound – Fort Wayne, IN
Apollo Productions – Elkhart, IN
Wedding Planners
R Etc. Events – Goshen, IN
Cambria Custom Events – Fort Wayne, IN
Floral & Décor
Dutch Blessing Floral – Shipshewana, IN
R Etc. Events – Goshen, IN
Little Paper Roses – Sara Weimer – [email protected] – Ligonier, IN
Empyrean Designs – Fort Wayne, IN
Cakes/Bakeries
Foltz Bakery – LaGrange, IN
Carey’s Cakery & Bake Shop – LaGrange, IN
Sweet Em’s Cake Shoppe – Goshen, IN
Wedding Stationery
Hair & Makeup
Refresh Hair Designs Studio – Elkhart, IN
Coffee
American Espresso Catering Co.
Transportation/Valet Services
Kings Valet – South Bend, IN
Katie Wolowicz – Local Shuttle Service – 260-414-3887
Wedding Party Gifts
Janet Byers – Thirty One Director
Check Availability
Have a date in mind for your event?
The barn is available for weddings Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from April through November.
Booking Availability
Schedule a Tour
Ready to see us in person?
If the barn is available on your event date, then contact us to schedule a tour of the property!
Words of Endearment
Brides, grooms, and guests share their experiences at Lakeside Occasions
Our day could not have been any more perfect.
Taylor & Wesley
Thanks for helping make our special day extraordinary.
Liz & Les