Seamless & Personal at Kettle Ridge: Alex & Al

Real Weddings

Jan 31

by Ember Event Management – Wedding Planner in Rochester, NY

Nighttime wedding scene with string lights, barn, and Kettle Ridge Farm food trailer, photographed by Bemont Photo and coordinated by Ember Event Management. — Photo: Bemont Photo

When Alex chose Kettle Ridge Farm for the wedding, she knew it was the perfect space—open fields, an outdoor ceremony site, and the most perfect backdrop for a fall wedding. But with much of the day taking place outdoors and over 200 guests invited, they quickly realized the number of moving parts involved: rentals, family-style dining, tenting, and multiple vendors to manage.

Golden hour wedding portrait of the bride and groom at Kettle Ridge Farm surrounded by fall foliage, captured by Bemont Photo and planned by Ember Event Management. — Photo: Bemont Photo

They reached out to Ember for partial planning support, and together we crafted a plan that helped bring the whole vision to life. We talked through every element of the day, from vendors, to floor plans to flow, giving them the clarity and confidence that the day would be as they imagined!

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with metal chairs and floral arch at Kettle Ridge Farm for Alexandra and Alex’s October celebration, planned by Ember Event Management and captured by Bemont Photo. — Photo: Bemont Photo

“Ember was a lifesaver during my daughter’s wedding. They handled everything from coordinating with vendors to overseeing the rehearsal. Ember made the whole process so much easier for us.”

On the day-of, Ember managed every detail: sourcing the centerpiece florals, setting up all the décor, and handling the signage. We oversaw the vendors, stayed in close communication with the DJ and photographer (with so much property, there was a lot going on), and worked closely with the venue staff to ensure the timeline flowed perfectly. The 200+ person, family-style dinner was served right on time, leaving plenty of room in the evening for dancing.

Long outdoor reception table with neutral place settings, wine bottles, and glassware at Kettle Ridge Farm wedding, coordinated by Ember Event Management and photographed by Bemont Photo. — Photo: Bemont Photo

Our team set up the dessert display once dinner was underway and made sure the barn was ready for a party!

Wedding dessert display featuring cupcakes, cake, and a neon sign that reads “No Honey No Problems” at Kettle Ridge Farm, styled by Ember Event Management and photographed by Bemont Photo. — Photo: Bemont Photo

Alex and Al ended the night with a sparkler send-off—which is always such a fun moment to coordinate. Talk about a rush to get everyone lined up, sparklers lit, and that perfect photo captured before they burn out. But SO worth it!!