From First Dance to Fireworks: Hannah & Ben’s Epic At-Home Celebration

Hannah and Ben threw a wedding that was every bit as joyful and fun as they are — and they did it in the best possible place: home. Ben’s parents opened up their beautiful property in Franklin Park for a day that was packed with love, music, and the kind of good energy you wish you could bottle up and keep forever. From their romantic first dance to the surprise ending (spoiler: fireworks), it felt like the kind of night that will be talked about for years.

Hosting your wedding at home comes with its own special kind of magic. Instead of feeling like guests at a venue, everyone felt like part of the family. The property had space for everything: cocktails and dinner up near the house, and a massive tent that turned into a full-blown party zone later in the night. The setting felt personal, welcoming, and uniquely theirs.

A quick shout-out to Ben’s parents, who made the day happen. Not only did they share their home — they helped create a space that was laid-back, beautiful, and totally celebration-ready. It takes a lot of trust to host a 250-person wedding, but they pulled it off like pros.

After dinner, the night kicked off in a way I’ve never seen before — Hannah and Ben shared their first dance to a country duet that had everyone feeling the love. Dinner was followed by meaningful dances with their parents, and then the party really got going. People packed the floor for everything from funky old-school classics to high-energy pop, country anthems, and even a little reggae. This crowd was so much fun!

The perfect ending to a night like this? Fireworks. No, really — everyone made their way down to the lake and were treated to a full show lighting up the sky. It was the kind of moment you hope never ends. I left that night feeling completely lucky to have been a part of it. Hannah and Ben’s wedding was full of heart, laughter, and just the right amount of rowdy!