Red Door Welcome

The Reserve at Fat Bottom Brewery

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Ole Smokey Moonshine

While we love your little ones, our New Year’s Eve celebration will be an adults-only affair. We hope you’ll enjoy a fun night out with us!

Our Wedding

On January 24, 2025, Dax and Kelley met up at Red Door, but the story really started before that.Dax was in Nashville on a business trip when he swiped right and sent Kelley a message: “Can I get your dad’s number so I can ask for your hand in marriage? ... I’m 6 feet tall, by the way.”Little did either of them know, he could see the future.But it didn’t come easy. After multiple attempts to meet up across the country, Dax finally put the ball in Kelley’s court. The only weekend that worked with her busy schedule happened to be Valentine's Day weekend in Arizona.Somehow, that didn’t scare him off. Instead, it turned into the longest first date ever—and eventually, forever.Over the next several months, countless flights were taken back and forth before Dax made the move to Nashville in August 2025. Fast forward to Arizona in February 2026. Dax convinced Kelley to spend Saturday at the Waste Management Open, but he had other plans. Their flight took off at 6:00 a.m. on Friday morning, and he was unusually adamant about getting to PopStroke by 4:00 p.m. that afternoon.On the 13th hole, after struggling to get the ring out of his pocket, Dax got down on one knee.Insert purse-drop picture.After lots of happy tears and adorable photos, Kelley turned around to find four of her closest friends, who had secretly flown in from Nashville to surprise her and celebrate with them.A week later, they returned to the spot of their first “real” date on Valentine’s Day and recreated their very first photos together. See gallery.Now, we can’t wait to ring in the New Year with all of you as we celebrate the start of our next chapter.Thank you for your love, support, and for being part of our story.

Our Story

Photos

Maddy Chivers

Christina Kosters

Tate Wallat

Will Holmgren

Wedding Party

Think New Year's Eve glamour cocktail— sparkle, metallics, rich colors, and festive touches are welcome.

Dress Code

Extra Things! 

HOW FAR IS THE VENUE FROM HOTEL AREAS?Midtown / Music Row: 5 miles / 13 minutesBroadway: 5.5 miles / 16 minutesGulch: 5 miles / 13 minutes

This&nbsp;is&nbsp;half&nbsp;way&nbsp;between&nbsp;the&nbsp;Nations&nbsp;where&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;venue&nbsp;is&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;downtown!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Element by Marriott Nashville Vanderbilt West End

You will be in the heart of music row. This is a great option with a kitchenette &amp; 3 bedroom suite options for families!

Motif on Music Row

Great option in Midtown, which is an area with a lot of local bars. Food &amp; drinks are great with a great breakfast sandwich!

Virgin Hotels Nashville

This is known for their rooftop Dolly Parton inspired bar. Super cute &amp; trendy!

Graduate by Hilton Nashville

This place is in the gulch with lots of shopping &amp; dining. They are known for their rooftop bar LA Jackson. Great views &amp; cocktails!

Thompson Nashville, by Hyatt

Moxy is a great option if you want to be close to the action downtown on Broadway!

Moxy Nashville Downtown

Travel

PLACES TO GO &amp; THINGS TO DO:Listening RoomOpry TourRyman TourCountry Music Hall of FamePreds gameOle Smokey moonshine tastingBroadway adventuresZanies - comedy shows

PLACES TO EAT &amp; DRINK:EggHill - breakfast sandwichesVirgin Hotel - all meals &amp; cocktailsMilk &amp; Honey - breakfast &amp; lunchLadybird Taco - breakfast &amp; lunchFive Daughters Bakery - donuts!!!51st Deli - great sandwiches &amp; wrapsMidnight oil - best pizza by the sliceEmmy Squared - lunch &amp; dinner (pizza so good)Bella Napoli - Italian Barcelona - tapas (our favorite)V Modern - Italian &amp; fun vibeJack Browns Burger - chill burger place Neighbors - fun sports barDrinks: Red Door, Odies, Losers, Patterson House, Old GloryAfter wedding locations: Centennial or Maggie’s.

Kelley & Dax

Kelley & Dax

Activities & Food