Destination Wedding: Victorian Christmas Elopement Editorial

More couples are planning their destination weddings in the south to capitalize on the charm of our historic downtown squares, unique seasonal events and southern hospitality. Hidden gems like Canton, Mississippi welcome the opportunity to roll out the petal-covered carpet for engaged couples and become the best destination for a Best Day Ever.

The Canton Christmas Festival gave I Do Y’all the perfect opportunity to showcase this charming, southern enclave with a Victorian Christmas Elopement editorial in historic Canton Square.

Local Wedding Professionals

In addition to working closely with local brides, Canton area wedding vendors can package a destination wedding for couples and create a wonderful experience for their guests.

The Jiggetts Home (Photo: Loose Ends)

The Country Club of Canton is open to the public but maintains an elegant, semi-private feel. It boasts a 12,000 square foot clubhouse and offers a special groomsmen golf outing that includes golf, lunch and adult beverages.

The Jiggetts Home is a beautiful, historic Victorian home built in 1833. It is located within walking distance of four of Canton’s prominent churches. In addition to venue space, its catering service, Loose Ends, offers wedding design, catering, cake, floral design and rentals (including linens).

The Opera House 1853 located on the Square boasts 7400 square feet of completely renovated space, blending character of yesterday with the state of the art technology and convenience of today.

The Canton Courthouse (photo: Canton Tourism)

The Canton Courthouse and Historic Square are the heart and soul of Canton. The Greek Revival Courthouse was built in 1855 and anchors the downtown square. The Canton Courthouse Square complex is on the National Register of Historic Places. Couples can get married at the courthouse or the beautiful gazebo at the center of the town square.

Two Rivers Restaurant and Catering is a white-tablecloth venue for classic American steak & seafood entrees, wine & cocktails located near the historic square.

For more information on florists, wedding planners, musicians, accommodations, restaurants and venues in the area, contact Jana Dear at Canton Tourism.

Nationally Famous Local Events

Planning a wedding around one of several of Canton’s nationally famous events is a perfect way to create a memorable wedding and entertain guests.

Canton Flea Market attracts over 1,100 artisans from all over the country to the historic downtown square. The nationally renowned and extensively awarded festival takes place the second Thursday of May and October.

MS Hot Air Balloon Championship (Photo: Balloon Canton)

Mississippi Championship Hot Air Balloon Festival features over 25 colorful balloons of all shapes and sizes, a fireworks extravaganza, live entertainment, and more. The four-day summer festival includes a launch party, balloon glow, Balloon Chase (a 2- or 4-mile run/walk and 10- or 30-mile bike ride), and a Golf Ball Drop fundraiser.

Victorian Christmas at Canton Christmas Festival turns the entire downtown square into a breathtaking Christmas Wonderland. Attractions include an interactive Christmas village, light and character parades each weekend, two animation museums, horse and buggy rides, an old-fashioned carousel, trolley rides and, of course, pictures with Santa!

For more information about special events in the area, contact Jana Dear at Canton Tourism.

Victorian Christmas Elopement Styled Shoot

I Do Y’all planned and designed this enchanting Victorian Christmas Elopement styled shoot featuring many of our favorite elements of the Canton Christmas Festival.