Real Wedding Feature: Elizabeth & Jaxon
The Wisemans, est. June 28, 2025
When Elizabeth and Jaxon envisioned their wedding day, they knew exactly what they wanted: a beautiful Mass surrounded by the people they love most, followed by a sun-drenched riverside reception that felt like a dream. What they needed was a team who could make it happen — seamlessly, beautifully, and without them losing a single night of sleep over the logistics.
That's where we came in. And on June 28, 2025, every single detail fell perfectly into place.
The Ceremony: Sacred, Still & Breathtaking
The church was filled with golden light and the kind of quiet that only a wedding ceremony can hold. Elizabeth moved down the aisle in a stunning strapless gown, her cathedral-length veil sweeping behind her as guests rose in admiration.
Watching the couple kneel together at the altar — hands folded, heads bowed — was one of those moments that just stops you. The kind you carry with you long after the day is over.
By the time they shared their first kiss and the whole room erupted, there wasn't a dry eye in the house — including ours.
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The Moments In Between
After the ceremony, the joy was absolutely contagious. Groomsmen lifted the bride off her feet — bubbles flying, laughter spilling everywhere. These are the moments that get framed and hung on walls. The ones that get passed down.
And they happened because everyone — every vendor, every crew member, every carefully placed detail — was exactly where they needed to be. That kind of magic doesn't happen by accident.
You Deserve a Team Behind You
A riverside backyard wedding is one of the most beautiful — and most complex — events you can plan. It takes a full team of trusted vendors, precise logistics, and a planner who has done this before. When things pop up (and they always do), you want someone who has the relationships, the experience, and the crew to handle it without you ever knowing.
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The Setting: Riverside Magic, Built From Scratch
The reception took place on a stunning private property right on the water. And while it looked effortless — white tent billowing in the summer breeze, string lights twinkling, crystal chandeliers catching the afternoon sun — this kind of magic requires months of meticulous planning.
Every chair, every table, every linen, every candlestick had to be sourced, scheduled, and set up from scratch. That's the reality of a backyard reception — and exactly why having the right team in your corner is everything.
Rentals, Delivered & Gone
Tents, tables, chairs, linens, lighting — every rental is coordinated, dropped off, set up, and removed. You don't lift a finger, and neither does your family.
Years of Relationships
We've spent years building relationships with the best vendors in the region. That means better service, more reliable teams, and vendors who consistently go above and beyond.
Private Property Experts
Permits, insurance, noise ordinances, liquor licensing, liability — we know exactly what it takes to host a private property event legally and safely. We protect you and your property.
Rentals Are Just... Dropped Off.
One of the biggest surprises for couples planning backyard events? The sheer volume of rentals required. When you work with Behind the Scenes Events, we coordinate every last piece — from tent poles to cake stands. Everything is delivered, set up, and broken down by our vendor team. You show up, you enjoy, we handle the rest.
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Cocktail Hour on the Water
Guests were welcomed to a gorgeous waterfront cocktail hour, complete with a custom bar setup, arched garden frames adorned with florals, and a breeze off the river that made everyone feel like they were somewhere far away.
The bar — styled beautifully by Whitehouse.co and served by The Tipsy 2 Horse — became a natural gathering spot where guests could sip, mingle, and take in one of the best backdrops North Dakota has to offer.
This is what happens when your planner has years of curated vendor relationships. Nothing is an afterthought. Everything is intentional.
We Know How to Keep Your Family's Property Protected
Hosting a wedding on private property comes with real legal and financial exposure — permits, liquor licenses, noise ordinances, vendor insurance, event liability. We navigate all of it. Our vendor relationships mean every team member on your property is properly insured, and we make sure you are too.
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The Sweetest Details
The cake table was a moment all its own — a tiered buttercream centerpiece flanked by baby's breath and blue hydrangeas, with the river shimmering behind it in the late afternoon light.
Florals throughout the day were provided by Rustic Petals Bismarck, who brought a soft, romantic, and timeless quality to every arrangement — from the ceremony to the last table setting.
These details don't just happen. They're chosen, coordinated, and placed with intention by a team that understands how the whole picture comes together.
Hi, I'm Megan.
I'm the lead wedding planner at Behind the Scenes Events, based right here in Bismarck, North Dakota. I started this business because I genuinely believe every couple deserves to feel completely taken care of on the most important day of their lives.
Over the years, I've built deep relationships with the very best vendors in our region — photographers who capture real emotion, florists who get your vision before you can fully describe it, and bands that keep a dance floor going all night long.
Backyard and private property weddings are some of my absolute favorites to plan. They take more coordination and expertise — and the result is always something truly one-of-a-kind. I'd love to do that for you.
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The vendors you see on Elizabeth and Jaxon's day weren't hired from a Google search. They're part of a carefully curated network we've built over years — people we trust, who trust us, and who consistently go above and beyond for our clients. When you work with Behind the Scenes Events, you inherit those relationships. And that changes everything.
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