A Last-Minute Surprise Wedding, Made Magical at Honeysuckle Tea House

Some of the most meaningful weddings are the ones that don’t follow a script. Grace and her husband proved exactly that when they hosted a last-minute, surprise wedding disguised as an engagement party on the Friday after Thanksgiving.

As Grace shared in her review, “My husband and I threw a last-minute, surprise wedding disguised as an engagement party on the unseasonably frigid Friday after Thanksgiving 2025.” With cold weather, a short timeline, and lots of moving pieces, flexibility and trust were key.

Grace noted that “Honeysuckle Tea House went above and beyond in accommodating our scheme, our many, many dietary restrictions, the short-time frame, and all the warmth we would require to make the wedding everything we dreamt of.” Creating an inclusive, welcoming experience for every couple and guest is at the heart of what we do, no matter the season or the timeline.

Despite the chilly temperatures outside, the day itself was full of joy, comfort, and connection. As Grace put it, “And so it was!! Such a magical day!!” We’re incredibly honored to have been part of a celebration that blended spontaneity, intention, and love so seamlessly.

Grace ended her review by saying, “We are so fortunate to have had our wedding here.” Stories like this are why we love what we do — helping couples create celebrations that feel deeply personal, warm, and entirely their own.

✨ Interested in learning more? We invite you to join us at our January Open House to tour the space, meet our vendor partners, and explore what hosting your celebration at Honeysuckle Tea House can look like. Visit our website to sign up and get all the details — we’d love to welcome you.