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Welcome, friends! We’re so glad you found us. This is where we share everything from real wedding inspiration and venue tips to behind-the-scenes stories and planning advice.
Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming, but we believe knowledge is power. That’s why our blog is designed to be your trusted resource as you dream, plan, and prepare for your forever.
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So grab a coffee, start browsing, and let’s make your wedding season unforgettable, together.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
Whether you’re newly engaged, deep into planning, or just starting to explore venues, this blog is here to encourage, inspire, and guide you every step of the way.
Practical advice to make your wedding stress-free.
Planning Tips & Checklists
Stories, décor ideas, and inspiration from our couples
Family stories and the heart behind Half Moon Empire
Behind the Scenes
Real Weddings at HME
Features on our cottages, bar, ceremony spaces, and team
Venue Highlights
Your wedding weekend should feel like a retreat, not a race. Between timelines, travel, and a hundred tiny decisions, stress can sneak up fast. That’s why choosing a venue that’s built for ease, one that blends beauty, comfort, and coordination—is one of the best decisions you can make. At Half Moon Empire, our couples don’t […]
When you picture your wedding day, you’re probably imagining joy, celebration, and being fully present—not running around with a clipboard or answering vendor questions. That’s where a wedding coordinator comes in. At Half Moon Empire, we’ve seen firsthand how much difference coordination makes, which is why we require either a full-service planning team or our […]
Touring wedding venues is one of the most exciting parts of planning your big day—but it can also be overwhelming. With so many beautiful spaces and so many details to think about, it’s easy to forget the questions that really matter. As a venue owner (and former teacher), I love walking couples through this process […]
When you picture your wedding day, chances are you’re not dreaming of traffic, late-night drives, or scrambling to coordinate hotel blocks. You’re dreaming of being surrounded by your closest people—relaxed, connected, and present. That’s the beauty of choosing a wedding venue with on-site lodging. At Half Moon Empire, we can host up to 42 overnight […]
When we started dreaming about adding on-site lodging to Half Moon Empire, we couldn’t decide: should all the cottages look exactly the same, or should each one have its own story? Honestly, it was stressful during the build and decorating phase—but we are so glad we chose to make them unique. Each of our seven […]
Welcome, friends! We are so excited you’re here. Half Moon Empire has been a dream over 15 years in the making, and seeing it come to life on our land in Shiner, Texas, is nothing short of amazing. This blog is our new space to share wedding tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiration for your big […]
