Warrenton, Virginia | Courthouse Elopement

A Magical Courthouse Elopement in Warrenton, VA – Ashleigh & Joe’s Love Story

Every now and then, you come across a story that just pulls at your heartstrings. Ashleigh and Joe, both dedicated teachers in Warrenton, VA, share one of those stories. They met while working together in the classroom—Joe was Ashleigh’s mentor, and over time, their professional relationship blossomed into something much deeper. Love found its way into their lives both in and out of the classroom, and that love led them to a courthouse elopement that was nothing short of magical.

How It All Came Together – The First Friday Elopement Raffle

Warrenton is a town that knows how to bring its community together, and nothing illustrates that better than the “First Fridays” events. Every month, Warrenton hosts a street festival filled with local vendors, restaurants, and bars—bringing locals together to enjoy the vibrant spirit of the town. As part of this tradition, a special raffle was held for an elopement package, offering couples the chance to win a dream wedding with the support and generosity of local businesses.

Ashleigh and Joe entered, and as fate would have it, they won! Of all the couples, Ashleigh and Joe stood out as the perfect candidates. It was a chance for the Warrenton community to give back to two of its most dedicated members.

The Vendors – Coming Together to Create a Special Day

This incredible elopement was made possible through the generosity of many local businesses. Each one contributed to making the day unforgettable for Ashleigh and Joe.

  • Camelot Classic Cars graciously donated a stunning vintage Cadillac to chauffeur the couple around town in style. Camelot Classic Cars
  • Salon Emage Day Spa took care of Joe’s haircut and pampered Ashleigh with flawless hair and makeup. Salon Emage Day Spa
  • Airlie Hotel and Venue provided a complimentary night’s stay, giving the couple a perfect end to their big day. Airlie Hotel and Venue
  • Great Harvest Bread Co. and The Wellness Kitchen of Warrenton teamed up to provide delicious catering for the elopement. Great Harvest Bread Co. and The Wellness Kitchen of Warrenton
  • Red Truck Bakery generously donated breakfast the morning after the wedding. Red Truck Bakery

I had the pleasure of donating my time to capture every heartfelt moment of their day in a beautiful wedding video. The couple’s smiles, laughter, and love were infectious, making it easy to capture the magic of their day. It was an honor to be part of something so special. You can watch the wedding video below, and see for yourself how beautiful this day truly was.

More Amazing Vendors Who Made This Day Possible:

This event wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support from the community. Ashleigh and Joe’s courthouse elopement is a perfect example of how local businesses come together to create unforgettable moments. It was a day of love, laughter, and generosity, and I’m so grateful to have been part of it.