Outdoor wedding receptions can be a beautiful experience in Tucson, especially in the Spring and Fall when the weather is more moderate.  Many Tucson Wedding Venues offer an outdoor reception area, and there are a few things to keep in mind when … [Read more...]

Someone said "What is it about the desert? The light? The sense of time slowing down? Gorgeous, natural surroundings? Really amazing sunsets? I think it might be ALL of the above." I would tend to agree. I believe another advantage is privacy, … [Read more...]

We are seeing more themed weddings which can be a lot of fun. Recently at Saguaro Buttes we had a "James Bond" and "Star Wars" Theme for the wedding ceremony. The Groom and Groomsman wore sunglasses, with hats and dark shirts, and music for the … [Read more...]

A question that we often receive is, "How long does a rehearsal take?" The short answer is an hour. An hour is what we schedule for the rehearsal, but in reality the actual rehearsal takes 20 to 30 minutes from start to finish at the most. Obviously … [Read more...]

This is a ceremony dating back to the 1600s and has its roots in African tradition, and also some Celtic cultures. Broom jumping is a short part of the ceremony usually within the wedding ceremony toward the end. The jumping of the broom is symbolic … [Read more...]

There is no such things as the perfect wedding. People are human and things happen. It is better to approach your wedding day, with the expectations that not everything will go as planned. I know that you are not suppose to say that, but there are so … [Read more...]

Recently at Saguaro Buttes the bride and groom honored their parents with a Chinese Wedding Tea ceremony. Tea is used in Chinese wedding ceremonies mainly because Tea is China's national drink and it symbolizes respect. The people being served will … [Read more...]

This ring bearer found the candy ring on the pillow too much of a temptation to hold off taking a lick or two. Sometimes it is those candid photos that are the most precious. Now-a-days the ring bearer many times carries a fake ring, and the best man … [Read more...]

This Bride and Groom (Brady and Carla) decided instead of a unity candle or unity Sand to add a little humor by tying their feet together with a ball and chain at the end of their wedding ceremony. It was a surprise to their guest as they pulled it … [Read more...]