How This Military Couple Planned an All-Inclusive Wedding Near Nashville for under $17,000
Planning a wedding while serving at Fort Campbell comes with unique challenges, unpredictable schedules, limited time, and often planning from a distance. But this incredible military couple proved that you can have a meaningful, joy-filled, all-inclusive wedding near Nashville without spending a fortune.
With a total investment of under $17,000, they hosted a stunning, fully inclusive micro wedding in Middle Tennessee at our partner venue, Chapel at High Point farm, that included everything (venue, catering, photography, DJ, flowers, hair and makeup, bartending, coordination, and full wedding planning).
And the result? A breezy January chapel ceremony filled with warmth, intention, and an unforgettable celebration surrounded by their military community.
Getting Ready on Property with Their Closest Friends
The day began peacefully onsite, with both the bride and groom getting ready on property alongside their closest friends and fellow service members. One of our lead photographers, Kaitlin, captured the quiet and calm moments in the bridal and groom suites.
There was laughter, anticipation, and calm kind of excitement. They chose not to do a first look which made the moment he saw her walking down the aisle even more powerful. When those chapel doors opened, time slowed. His reaction said everything. Our in-house DJ team, David & Dawn, provided music for the ceremony and reception including the bride’s entrance song, the Brooklyn Duo hit Ave Maria.
For many military couples, those pauses matter deeply. The moments feel sacred because of everything they’ve walked through together.
A Warm Nashville Chapel Ceremony
This couple opted for a romantic chapel ceremony creating an intimate setting that felt timeless and meaningful. It was a breezy January day in Middle Tennessee with a snow storm looming so the chapel felt like the best option where guests could feel the comfortable warmth and intimant space. The air outside was crisp, and we narrowly escaped the snow and ice storm that rolled in shortly after. Surrounded by fellow military friends, family members, and their unwavering support system, they exchanged vows in a ceremony that was equal parts heartfelt and joyful.
One of the highlights of the evening was the incredible catering and cake service by our favorite in-house vendors. The couple created a custom blended menu featuring American cuisine and comfort food favorites, the kind of meal that feels familiar and welcoming. It was perfect for a celebration with close friends and family with a taste of Southern traditions. Our favorite local caterer, Purdom’s BBQ, is a frequent flyer for our weddings along with Maureen from Simply Sweet Designs of Clarksville. If you book an all-inclusive wedding with The Effortless Wedding you’ll most likely experience the same exquisite service from these two favorites.
Guests enjoyed a relaxed, upbeat atmosphere where great food and genuine connection took center stage. For military couples planning a wedding near Fort Campbell or Clarksville, having trusted in-house catering simplifies everything with no juggling vendors, no guesswork, just seamless execution.
This Fort Campbell couple chose an all-inclusive deluxe wedding package, which meant every major element of the day was handled for them:
Venue rental
Chapel ceremony space
Custom floral design
Professional photography
Hair and makeup services
DJ services (provided by our in-house DJ)
Bartending
Full-service coordination
Wedding planning
Catering
Decor and design elements
All of it. For under $17,000.
For couples searching for a Nashville all-inclusive wedding under $20,000, this is exactly what’s possible when the right team handles everything.
A Nashville Micro Wedding That Felt Bigger Than the Budget
What made this wedding extraordinary wasn’t the size of the guest list — it was the intention behind it.
Micro weddings with the Effortless Wedding allow couples to focus on meaningful details, invest in quality vendors, avoid overwhelming timelines while celebrating with the people who truly matter.
This Fort Campbell couple proved you don’t need a massive budget to create a beautiful experience. You just need the right planning, the right team, and a clear vision. And on that breezy January day in Middle Tennessee with snow looming in the forecast the Effortless Wedding team created something unforgettable.
Planning a Wedding Near Fort Campbell or Nashville?
If you’re stationed at Fort Campbell or living in Middle Tennessee and dreaming of a stress-free, all-inclusive wedding near Nashville, it is absolutely possible to have a meaningful ceremony, incredible catering, professional photography, DJ, bartending, bridal hair and makeup, full planning and coordination with gorgeous florals and decor. All handled seamlessly and all within a realistic budget.
And we would be honored to help you create yours.