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Real Weddings: Western US

Here are some of the most freaky fabulous weddings from the shores of the Best West Coast all the way to the Rocky Mountain states, including Seattle weddings, Portland weddings, California weddings, and more. Submit your wedding for consideration via offbeatwed.com/submissions.

Meet these two Denver cuties at their wedding

Long distance turned marriage: meet these two Denver cuties at their dance party wedding

Alyssa and Kirsten met playing rugby together, then Alyssa moved across the world as they just started dating. So cards, letters, and long distance phone calls were the order of the day. Ten years later, they’re happy together with their fur babies, Ziggy and Yeti. Their dance party wedding was just as sweet and served as a bit of a reunion since so many guests live around the globe. What began as a kick-ass dance party swiftly turned into a killer after-party until 3:00 a.m.

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We aspire to be as fun and stylish as this chill San Diego wedding

“It was just an amazing night of our favorite people, tasty beers, and just a ridiculous amount of happiness.” Hell yes it was! This chill San Diego wedding had a backyard ceremony full of greenery, handmade bouquets and boutonnieres, a killer brewery venue, a stop at In-N-Out, and two adorables being adorable. Don’t miss the awesome idea to have a beer + dessert reception!

Bask in the magic of this ritualistic woodland fairy wedding

Bask in the magic of this ritualistic woodland fae wedding (with a handmade dress!)

“We wanted our guests to feel like they had left the mortal world behind and stepped into a secret place shrouded in magic and mystery. Fortunately, Wellspring Spa has that effect all on its own, but I tried to cover everything in fairy crap just for good measure. ” When you just want to see some fairy crap, this wedding will be your balm. Get away from the real world for a while and explore this woodland fae wedding. Just wait until you see what the bride used for her ribbon wands. Spoiler: it wasn’t ribbons!

Be wowed by this eccentric Denver bicycle wedding with costumes, singing, and a "first lap"

Be wowed by this eccentric Denver bicycle wedding with costumes, singing, and a “first lap”

Every detail of Alisha and Ben’s eccentric Denver bicycle wedding was handmade by a family member or friend (even the dress!). The day started out with a costumed bicycle ride around the city and Ben was adorned in a wedding gown and a sash.

After the bike ride, the couple changed into their wedding attire while guests sipped on homemade beer, played lawn games, and socialized.