Plan A Cozy Outdoor Winter Wedding

Published on:
November 11, 2024
Winter wedding decoration

Planning a winter wedding in Tennessee is a magical experience, combining the beauty of winter with the joy of a wedding celebration. There’s nothing like a wedding to bring people together. During winter, when everyone prefers to stay indoors, weddings are the ideal event to reconnect and celebrate the union of a couple. 

However, planning an outdoor winter wedding can require additional considerations to ensure guests are comfortable and the venue is well-prepared for winter weather. With the right rentals, a winter tent wedding can be a stunning winter wonderland. 

Choosing the Right Venue 

When you’re thinking about where to host your wedding outdoors, consider a park or your backyard. But this still doesn’t take care of what you should do for shelter. Tent rentals are essential for outdoor winter weddings, as they offer shelter from cold winds, snow, or unexpected weather. Choose a tent that’s robust, wind-resistant, and can accommodate heating solutions to help your guests stay cozy. Here’s what you should consider when you’re choosing a tent for your big day:

Creating A Cozy Atmosphere

Winter weather can be unpredictable, but renting an outdoor heater can ensure that the atmosphere remains cozy while guests stay comfortable. For most, if not all outdoor events, outdoor heaters are a must to keep everyone warm throughout the event. For an outdoor winter wedding, you also have to think about what kind of heater works best. A fire pit won’t work if you’re using a tent, so propane and electric models should be what you’re looking for.

Position heaters near entrances, dining areas, and other high-traffic places. This keeps warmth evenly distributed and prevents chilly areas within the tent. For a winter tent wedding, place heaters away from flammable items and ensure you know the proper instructions on operating them. You can assign someone to watch over the heaters throughout the wedding to make sure accidents don’t happen.

Setting the Mood with Lighting

Evergreen tree with string lights

Lighting plays a crucial role in setting the mood everywhere, but especially at a winter tent wedding. Daylight is a scarce commodity in winter, which is why lighting will play an important role. Lighting rentals can make your setup feel warm, cozy, and romantic. Here are some ideas to consider:

Establishing the Perfect Dance Floor

A dance floor is a must-have for an outdoor winter wedding, because how else are people going to warm themselves up? Dance floors ensure guests can celebrate and enjoy the festivities without worrying about the cold ground or snow. Look for dance floor rentals made from materials that can withstand the outdoor elements. Wooden or vinyl dance floors are popular for outdoor events.

Make sure to choose a size that can comfortably accommodate your guests and place it in a sheltered, well-lit area of the tent. You can also show off a bit of your unique style here by adding elements like fairy lights along the edges to tie in the winter theme. Consider adding a carpet or rug surrounding the dance floor to prevent guests from slipping on ice or snow (if it's snowing). 

Additional Decor Details to Create a Warm Atmosphere

For an outdoor winter wedding, you really have to focus on making the atmosphere as warm and as inviting as possible. This is an opportunity to incorporate seasonal decor that’s both elegant and enchanting. Creating an inviting atmosphere for a winter tent wedding is not as hard as you might think. Combine various types of lighting, fairy lights, chandeliers, and colored lighting to create a layer of depth and warmth. 

To shield guests from any wind or snow that might be happening when they arrive, create a welcoming entryway that’s covered or includes heaters, offering a smooth transition into the main wedding space. Add draped fabrics, linens, and elegant tableware to add warmth to your outdoor winter wedding. 

Food and Drink Ideas

Silver tray with two glasses of mulled wine

Warming food and drinks are essential for an outdoor wedding. Think about adding a bar with drinks like hot toddies and mulled wine. Think about adding in desserts that feature a winter element like gingerbread cookies, or warm churros and pretzels. 

You can look into bar rentals and even concession rentals if you’re planning on having light snacks or drinks for your wedding. Bar tables are also great to ensure that guests have somewhere to congregate around during the event. 

Planning The Ideal Outdoor Winter Wedding

When planning a winter wedding, it’s easy to forget how high expenses can get, which is why choosing party rentals in Nashville can meet all your needs and keep you on budget. There’s always potential to create magic during a winter event. Choose a party rental service that is familiar with winter events in Nashville so they can help you plan for weather, warmth, and comfort.

A cozy outdoor winter wedding in Tennessee is more than possible with the right preparation, rentals, and decor. Create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests when you plan it the right way. Embrace the charm of winter, and choose Ultimate Party Rentals as your rental service to make sure your winter wedding happens without a hitch!

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Planning a winter wedding in Tennessee is a magical experience, combining the beauty of winter with the joy of a wedding celebration. There’s nothing like a wedding to bring people together. During winter, when everyone prefers to stay indoors, weddings are the ideal event to reconnect and celebrate the union of a couple. 

However, planning an outdoor winter wedding can require additional considerations to ensure guests are comfortable and the venue is well-prepared for winter weather. With the right rentals, a winter tent wedding can be a stunning winter wonderland. 

Choosing the Right Venue 

When you’re thinking about where to host your wedding outdoors, consider a park or your backyard. But this still doesn’t take care of what you should do for shelter. Tent rentals are essential for outdoor winter weddings, as they offer shelter from cold winds, snow, or unexpected weather. Choose a tent that’s robust, wind-resistant, and can accommodate heating solutions to help your guests stay cozy. Here’s what you should consider when you’re choosing a tent for your big day:

Creating A Cozy Atmosphere

Winter weather can be unpredictable, but renting an outdoor heater can ensure that the atmosphere remains cozy while guests stay comfortable. For most, if not all outdoor events, outdoor heaters are a must to keep everyone warm throughout the event. For an outdoor winter wedding, you also have to think about what kind of heater works best. A fire pit won’t work if you’re using a tent, so propane and electric models should be what you’re looking for.

Position heaters near entrances, dining areas, and other high-traffic places. This keeps warmth evenly distributed and prevents chilly areas within the tent. For a winter tent wedding, place heaters away from flammable items and ensure you know the proper instructions on operating them. You can assign someone to watch over the heaters throughout the wedding to make sure accidents don’t happen.

Setting the Mood with Lighting

Evergreen tree with string lights

Lighting plays a crucial role in setting the mood everywhere, but especially at a winter tent wedding. Daylight is a scarce commodity in winter, which is why lighting will play an important role. Lighting rentals can make your setup feel warm, cozy, and romantic. Here are some ideas to consider:

Establishing the Perfect Dance Floor

A dance floor is a must-have for an outdoor winter wedding, because how else are people going to warm themselves up? Dance floors ensure guests can celebrate and enjoy the festivities without worrying about the cold ground or snow. Look for dance floor rentals made from materials that can withstand the outdoor elements. Wooden or vinyl dance floors are popular for outdoor events.

Make sure to choose a size that can comfortably accommodate your guests and place it in a sheltered, well-lit area of the tent. You can also show off a bit of your unique style here by adding elements like fairy lights along the edges to tie in the winter theme. Consider adding a carpet or rug surrounding the dance floor to prevent guests from slipping on ice or snow (if it's snowing). 

Additional Decor Details to Create a Warm Atmosphere

For an outdoor winter wedding, you really have to focus on making the atmosphere as warm and as inviting as possible. This is an opportunity to incorporate seasonal decor that’s both elegant and enchanting. Creating an inviting atmosphere for a winter tent wedding is not as hard as you might think. Combine various types of lighting, fairy lights, chandeliers, and colored lighting to create a layer of depth and warmth. 

To shield guests from any wind or snow that might be happening when they arrive, create a welcoming entryway that’s covered or includes heaters, offering a smooth transition into the main wedding space. Add draped fabrics, linens, and elegant tableware to add warmth to your outdoor winter wedding. 

Food and Drink Ideas

Silver tray with two glasses of mulled wine

Warming food and drinks are essential for an outdoor wedding. Think about adding a bar with drinks like hot toddies and mulled wine. Think about adding in desserts that feature a winter element like gingerbread cookies, or warm churros and pretzels. 

You can look into bar rentals and even concession rentals if you’re planning on having light snacks or drinks for your wedding. Bar tables are also great to ensure that guests have somewhere to congregate around during the event. 

Planning The Ideal Outdoor Winter Wedding

When planning a winter wedding, it’s easy to forget how high expenses can get, which is why choosing party rentals in Nashville can meet all your needs and keep you on budget. There’s always potential to create magic during a winter event. Choose a party rental service that is familiar with winter events in Nashville so they can help you plan for weather, warmth, and comfort.

A cozy outdoor winter wedding in Tennessee is more than possible with the right preparation, rentals, and decor. Create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests when you plan it the right way. Embrace the charm of winter, and choose Ultimate Party Rentals as your rental service to make sure your winter wedding happens without a hitch!


Michelle Fuqua

Michelle has been in the event rentals business since 2008 when she started The Ultimate Party Store to provide affordable and high-quality party decorations for any event. After dabbling in providing table and chair rentals, Michelle opened Ultimate Party Tents and Events, fully committing to providing everything anyone would need for an event in the Nashville-Hendersonville area. As a local business owner, she gives back to her community by volunteering her time to local organizations and events.