Courtney and Michael’s wedding weekend at Camp Lucy was the perfect mix of vibrant color, heartfelt tradition, and Texas charm. From the first night’s welcome party to the last dance, every detail felt personal, thoughtful, and joy-filled: a reflection of the couple’s vision to create a celebration that was as much Michael’s day as it was Courtney’s.
The weekend began at Camp Lucy’s Sacred Oaks, where the groom’s family hosted a lively welcome party following an intimate rehearsal dinner; the kind of easy Texas style that encouraged cowboy boots on the dance floor. Guests dined on barbecue and Tex-Mex while mingling under the sprawling oaks, and one of the night’s biggest surprises, beer burros, became an instant favorite for out-of-town guests experiencing the Lone Star State for the first time.
Saturday’s wedding embraced a bold, summery palette inspired by the terracotta tones and green tile roof of Camp Lucy’s iconic pavilion. The tiles themselves a piece of Texas history, repurposed from the original Bexar County Courthouse in San Antonio. Working with the design team, Courtney brought her vision to life through cheerful pops of coral, orange, pink, and yellow. Every element was thoughtfully tied to the setting, from patterned bridesmaid dresses in perfectly photogenic shades to the hand-applied charger plate decals, a project Courtney and her family completed together in the months leading up to the big day.
The ceremony was held in the stone chapel, where Courtney and Michael wanted the moment to feel sacred and intentional, not just a formality before the reception. Music selections leaned traditional, and the officiant, a longtime family friend, added a personal touch. Michael even built the kneeler they used, crafting it with tools passed down from his grandfather. Guests sat close to the couple, allowing them to see every expression and creating a feeling of intimacy rarely experienced in larger venues.
After the vows, guests moved into a reception that radiated color and personality. Tables bloomed with florals in summer hues, accented by Texas-inspired details that nodded to the couple’s roots without feeling overly rustic. Guests danced under the pavilion’s high beams to a lively band that kept the dance floor full all night. In true Texas style, Courtney and Michael traded their formal shoes for cowboy boots to close out the celebration, surrounded by friends and family who had traveled from across the country to be part of their day.
From the fun and familiarity of Friday night to the beauty and meaning of Saturday’s ceremony, Courtney and Michael’s Camp Lucy wedding was the perfect balance of joy, tradition, and personality: a weekend that felt effortless because it was so thoughtfully and lovingly planned.
