Hotel Drover Wedding, Fort Worth | Jennifer and Lane

Bride and groom share a romantic kiss in front of Hotel Drover, beautifully decorated for the holidays, during their Fort Worth wedding.

A Modern Western Hotel Drover Wedding in the Fort Worth Stockyards

Jennifer and Lane’s Hotel Drover wedding on the very last day of November was the perfect way to wrap up my 2024 wedding season! What a celebration it was – a total party from start to finish! My day kicked off with their Greek Orthodox wedding ceremony in Fort Worth at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church.

A Wedding Party Full of Love (and Twelve Bridesmaids!)

These two were surrounded by so much love – and a seriously impressive wedding party including twelve bridesmaids! I’ll be honest, I sometimes stress about large wedding parties due to logistics. More people usually means more time and organization. But Jenn and Lane’s crew was super helpful and chill, making my day a blast!

Relaxed Wedding Party Photos

One of the things that I loved most about Jenn was her relaxed attitude about wedding party photos. She understood that with such a large group, a million posed combinations weren’t necessary. Her priority was capturing candid moments of their friends having fun throughout the day, which is exactly what I love to do! It also worked out perfectly with the timeline, letting everyone relax and really enjoy the celebration.

Newlywed Photos at Hotel Drover

After the ceremony and family photos at the church, I hopped on a party bus with the wedding crew and headed to Hotel Drover in the Stockyards. Jenn and Lane skipped a first look, so with a few hours between the ceremony and reception, combined with the simplified wedding party photos, we had plenty of time for some relaxed photos with just the newlyweds. Lane is a total goofball, by the way – we were laughing the entire time!

An Elegant Barn Wedding Reception at Hotel Drover

Family and friends reconvened in the early evening for a cocktail hour before moving into Hotel Drover’s rustic-elegant barn reception space for dinner and dancing. And once the Royal Dukes band hit the stage, the dance floor stayed packed all night long!

If you’re searching for a Fort Worth wedding venue with western charm and a space for live music, Hotel Drover in the Stockyards is a must-see!

Elegant wedding details at a Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth, featuring bridal shoes, invitations, rings, and personalized decor with stained glass reflections.
Bride and groom stand at the altar during their wedding ceremony at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, surrounded by chandeliers and religious murals, before celebrating their Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth.
Bride and groom stand at the altar during their wedding ceremony at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, surrounded by chandeliers and religious murals, before celebrating their Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth.
Bride and groom step off the wedding shuttle in front of Hotel Drover, ready to celebrate their Fort Worth wedding day.
Bride and groom pose in front of the festive holiday-decorated entrance of Hotel Drover during their Fort Worth wedding.
Bride and groom celebrating at Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth, bathed in golden sunlight with festive decor
Romantic kiss between newlyweds at Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth, surrounded by rustic elegance.
Elegant bride twirling in her wedding dress during a magical fall Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth.
Bride and groom joyfully walking hand in hand at their Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth, surrounded by greenery and fall colors.
Bride and groom pose in front of rustic wooden gates at a Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth.
Elegant wedding seating chart and cocktail hour setup at Hotel Drover in Fort Worth.
Romantic candlelit floral centerpiece at a Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth.
Luxury wedding reception table with gold and black decor at Hotel Drover in Fort Worth.
Elegant reception table setting with candlelit décor and floral arrangements at a Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth.
Romantic candlelit wedding reception setup at Hotel Drover in Fort Worth, featuring gold accents and lush floral centerpieces.
Bride laughing with bridesmaids in champagne dresses on the terrace at a Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth.
Bride and groom dancing under string lights on the terrace at Hotel Drover wedding in Fort Worth, with rustic-modern décor.
Groom in black cowboy hat overlooking Hotel Drover balcony at sunset – Hotel Drover wedding Fort Worth.
Groom tipping hat on Hotel Drover balcony with neon sign glowing at sunset – Hotel Drover wedding Fort Worth.
Bride and groom celebrate on a balcony overlooking the Fort Worth Stockyards at their Hotel Drover wedding, with warm sunset lighting and festive string lights in the background.
Bride and groom walk hand in hand through the hallway of Hotel Drover on their wedding day, with western-inspired decor and longhorn artwork in the background.
Wedding guests enjoy drinks and conversation during a lively cocktail hour at Hotel Drover, surrounded by warm lighting and elegant decor.
Wedding guests enjoy drinks and conversation during a lively cocktail hour at Hotel Drover, surrounded by warm lighting and elegant decor.
Newlyweds share a playful and joyful moment at their Hotel Drover wedding, with the bride in a short satin dress and cowboy boots and the groom in a Western-inspired look, celebrating on the rustic wooden dance floor.
Guests joyfully dance and sing along at a lively Hotel Drover wedding reception, with the bride wearing a white cowboy hat and off-the-shoulder dress, surrounded by friends, drinks in hand, while a live band plays in the background.

• Vendor Love •

ceremony venue: St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church (Fort Worth, TX)

reception venue: Hotel Drover (Fort Worth, TX)

planner: Events by Cortney

hair + makeup: Brite Beauty

food + drink: Hotel Drover

florals: Flower Pearls

dress: Justin Alexander Signature + Cinq

suit: Ralph Lauren

music: Royal Dukes Band

video: Cardinal Wedding Films

photos: Megan Christine Studio

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