Some couples dream of grand ballrooms and 300 guests — and others crave something more intimate, meaningful, and personal. If you’re planning a micro wedding in Atlanta, you’re not alone. Smaller celebrations have become one of the most beloved wedding trends in Georgia, especially for couples who want to spend more time with their favorite people and invest in details that matter.
Here’s how to create a small, elegant, and unforgettable micro wedding in 2025.
1. Rethink the Guest List — Go Meaningful, Not Minimal
A micro wedding typically includes 10–40 guests, but the goal is not simply to make the list shorter. It’s to make the experience deeper.
Ask yourselves:
- Who are the people we can’t imagine getting married without?
- Who supports our relationship wholeheartedly?
- Which relationships bring joy, peace, and connection?
This shift helps couples create an intimate environment that feels intentional rather than restricted.
2. Focus on Elevated Details That Shine in a Small Setting
With a micro wedding, you can put your budget toward the elements guests actually notice:
- A beautiful floral arch
- Specialty linens
- Candlelit tables
- A gourmet dinner party-style meal
- Handwritten notes for each guest
At Stonehedge House in Buford, couples often choose to host an elegant indoor ceremony followed by a cozy dinner in the courtyard tent — creating the feel of an upscale garden dinner party.
3. Choose a Venue That Fits the Scale
Not every Atlanta wedding venue looks right with a smaller guest count. Large ballrooms can feel empty. Huge outdoor fields can feel overwhelming.
Micro wedding venues — like Stonehedge House — create closeness and warmth.
Our venue offers:
- Space for up to 125 guests, perfect for small and midsize events
- A historic home with intimate architecture
- A private garden courtyard wrapped in stone and ivy
- Indoor/outdoor flexibility for unpredictable weather
It’s the perfect balance: cozy, but still elevated.
4. Plan a Thoughtful Timeline
Micro weddings allow for slower moments. Build in:
- Longer couple’s portraits
- Cocktail hour conversations
- A seated dinner instead of a buffet
- A sparkler send-off with your closest friends
With fewer moving pieces, your celebration becomes about presence, not pressure.
5. Enjoy Big Savings (Or Big Upgrades)
Micro weddings can either lower your costs or help you upgrade your experience.
Most Atlanta couples save on:
- Catering (fewer plates)
- Rentals
- Bar packages
- Stationery
Stonehedge House’s pricing — typically $4,500–$6,000 — works beautifully for micro weddings, since you can allocate the remaining budget to florals, photography, or custom décor.
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If an intimate celebration filled with warmth and elegance calls to you, Stonehedge House may be your perfect match.
Book a private tour and explore how magical a micro wedding can be.