Weddings are a celebration of love and unity, and the reception is where the magic truly happens. To create an unforgettable experience,...

Some venues allow pets, but at Rixey Manor, we wholeheartedly welcome them. We understand that your dog (or cat, or even goat—we’ve seen...

There’s a phrase that gets tossed around a lot in wedding venue marketing: “exclusive use.” But at Rixey Manor, it’s not a tagline — it’s...

Let’s be honest: weather in Virginia is unpredictable. You can plan a spring wedding and still get summer heat. Or a fall wedding that...

Finding the right fiancé? That’s hard. But you did it. Choosing the right wedding venue shouldn’t be quite as complicated—but it still...

Some wedding venues give you a list. A short one. And if your dream vendor isn’t on it? Sorry—no deal. But that’s never been how we do...

Every venue has a moment—the photo that makes people pause. For Rixey Manor, that moment often comes from the Sparkle Tent. If you’ve...

Before the first bouquet is arranged or the first guest is seated, there’s a quiet moment that happens on almost every venue tour here at...

In today’s connected world, celebrating your wedding with loved ones around the globe—even if they can’t attend in person—is easier and...

2025 Wedding Trends: Crafting a Magical and Personalized Celebration The 2025 wedding season embraces nostalgia, personalization, and...

In the world of wedding planning, a piece of advice has been circulating the internet like wildfire: "Don't tell vendors it's a wedding."...

and how Rixey Manor can help you include them in your celebration. As we enter 2024, the world of weddings is evolving, embracing unique...

In every wedding we see at least one of these stereotypes rear their head (for better or worse), so here is a how-to guide on how to spot...

For anyone who reads our blog they know that I don't often post about a couples wedding - mainly because each journey we go on seems too...

(The picture that inspired this sure to be spectacular NYE wedding) It's the morning of Janice wedding, and since her ceremony is at 7 pm...

How and why did you decide to get married off site? We knew that we wanted to get married by a Catholic priest, but we were told that we...

Undoubtedly, weddings require a lot of things. We are talking about everything from the obvious, such as a wedding dress, to the...

Almost 50% of the couples who celebrate their wedding with us bring their dogs along. These furry friends come in all shapes and sizes,...

Congratulations on your engagement! After getting engaged, the first thing you need to do before anything else, except for telling your...

Firstly, let's address the financial aspect. Traditionally, the bill for the rehearsal dinner is paid for by one side of the family....